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8th Grade Promotion and End of Year Activities

We are excited about the upcoming 8th Grade Promotion Ceremony on Wednesday, May 24th. Please take a moment to review this important information. This year we will be having our ceremony here at Kingswood. Unfortunately, that also limits our space. We know this limited space is not ideal, so the ceremony will be recorded and emailed out after the ceremony. That being said, all 8th grade students will be given 4 wristbands that will act as an entry ticket. No extra wristbands will be given to students, but families in our community may share them informally as needed amongst themselves. Wristbands will be given to students on Monday, May 22, 2023 prior to the ceremony and will not be replaced if lost. Students will be practicing for the ceremony on Monday, May 22 and Tuesday, May 23. It is very important that students attend school on these days.

The Dysart District is always dedicated to the highest academic standards. As such, it is important that students participating in 8th grade promotion are passing their classes. If a student is receiving an “F” in any class (including special area classes) at the time of promotion, they will not be able to participate in their school promotion ceremony and possibly other end-of-the-year activities. Parents are able to see their child’s grades via the Parent Portal. Please know that we want all students to succeed and our teachers are dedicated to working with your child. If your child has an “F” in any class, your child’s teacher will be contacting you to develop a plan of action to ensure your student will qualify to participate in the 8th grade promotion ceremony. If you have any additional questions, please feel free to reach out to the following teachers:

Science - Mr. Bryant, [email protected]

Social Studies - Dr. Dyb, [email protected]

ELA - Mrs. Payne, [email protected]

Math - Mrs. Green, [email protected]

Here is some additional information about the following:

Parking

Parking is limited. We have permission to use the parking lot behind Kingswood Place.
We ask that you not park under any of their covered spots or visitor spaces at the entry of Kingswood Place.
Carpool if possible

Siblings

Siblings are required to wear a wristband to attend.
Due to time constraints, we are unable to pull siblings from class to attend the ceremony. If you plan on having a sibling attend the ceremony, they must have a wristband and must arrive with you to Kingswood.
Babies on laps do not require a wristband. Space is limited so no strollers will be allowed inside the gym.

Expectations

Dress code is enforced according to Parent/Student Handbook
No balloons or noise makers

Schedule of Events

Doors open at 8:30 am

Doors close promptly at 8:45 am

Ceremony begins at 8:45

Mix and Mingle in Cafeteria…this is to receive certificates, take pictures, and sign-out students for the remainder for the day.

Dismissal

Parents/Guardians are able to sign-out their 8th grader in the cafeteria after picking up their certificates.
ID is required if you are planning to sign out your child.
Siblings not attending the ceremony will be dismissed at 11:00.
Parents are required to be out of the building by 10:30 due to early dismissal.
Early dismissal on the last day of school is at 11:00 a.m.

Academic Requirement

8th Grade Promotion Activities

Our 8th graders will have the opportunity to participate in several grade level activities prior to our culminating celebration of Promotion.

Picnic in the Park

Friday, May 19th
Walking Field Trip
Permission Slip Required
Yearbook signing…yearbooks will need to be purchased prior to the event
Lunch is provided

8th Grade Promotion Dinner and Dance

Friday, May 19th
Permission Slip Required
6:00-8:30 PM
Provided by PTSA
Dinner: Taco Truck
Entertainment: DJ E
Students will not be permitted to leave without a parent/guardian signing them out

Promotion Ceremony