Graduation
GRADUATION CEREMONY SCHEDULED FOR MAY 20th, 2023 AT 3:00 PM, XAVIER UNIVERSITY'S CINTAS CENTER
**This page will continue to be updated as decisions are made regarding
graduation for the class of 2023**
Graduation Yard Signs
In the link below you will find the Graduation Yard Sign order form. If you are interested in purchasing this to display in your yard, please fill out the form no later than March 29th, 2023 at midnight. The cost for each sign is only $25.00 + a small convenience fee as we have moved everything online.
Don’t be the only one without a Milford Grad Sign in your yard. Order yours today!!!
Questions?? Contact David Derringer
Drama Teacher
trump_d@milfordschools.org
Graduate Service / Cap and Gown / Announcements
Graduate Service will at MHS on Thursday, February 16th during all lunches to hand out graduation announcements. If you have a balance due, Graduate Service should have sent you that information. You will need to have your items paid in full before you'll be able to pick them up. Graduate Service will also set up delivery dates with the Oaks Campuses.
Cap and Gown must be ordered to participate in Graduation. Orders are due December 1st, orders placed after December 1st will be charged a late fee.
Cap and Gown order forms will be distributed at the Senior Meeting on September 26th. Orders will be collected in the Cafeteria during all lunches 10/5 and 10/6 or order online from the website below:
Click www.graduateserviceinc.com, then search "Milford High School" for specific Milford information and to order your cap and gown.
For specific questions about ordering graduation items, please call Graduate Services at (513) 272-5890.
*** If you are a CCP student or miss the meeting, please see Mrs. Bauer in the Main Office or Mrs. Naylor in the Counseling Office for a packet.
*** Graduate Services will be visiting our Milford Academy on 9/28 and our Oaks students at Live on 10/11 and Scarlet on 10/17
GRADUATION 2023
Rehearsal attendance is required to participate in graduation. Rehearsal is May 19th, the Friday before graduation. Meet for a special senior breakfast in the Cafeteria at 7:15 AM.
Graduation will be held at the Cintas Center at Xavier University at 3:00 PM on May 20th.
Metal Detectors are used at Xavier. Please use caution when carrying items in your purse or pocket.
Graduates will need to arrive at 2:15 pm.
Professional dress attire is required. Students not dressed appropriately will not be permitted to participate.
(khakis, polo, button down, dress, slacks, blouse, etc. - ties not required)
Shoes -- Dress Shoes or Dress Sandals (with a back) are acceptable.
No Toms and Keds (or similar) type shoes
No cowboy boots
No flip flops (sandals without a back)
No gym shoes
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQs)
Can I take pictures with my diploma, cap, and gown? You will be expected to return your gown at the end of graduation before exiting the Xavier Auxiliary Gym. You must take all the photographs with the gown BEFORE graduation. AFTER graduation you can get a picture with your Diploma and Cap. Dingo Photography will be taking photographs of each student crossing the stage and an individual portrait of each student with Cap/Gown/Diploma Cover. (Prints will be offered for additional cost)
Can I have my phone to reach my parents after graduation? No. Participating seniors may not have their phones during the ceremony. Purses, phones, or other accessories should be left with parents before entering Cintas. An arranged meeting place should be agreed upon with your family.
Are tickets required? This will depend on Xavier's policies with COVID restrictions at the time. More information will be available as graduation approaches.
Is Xavier handicapped accessible? Yes, you will need to find a Xavier attendant upon arrival to help you with any accommodations you may need. Milford is not responsible for making accommodations for guests of our students. We will arrange specific accommodations for our participating graduates.
What time will Graduation end? Time is dependent on many factors. Always prepare for the unexpected. We advise planning for a 2-2.5 hour ceremony.