Ceremony

GRADUATION CEREMONIES

In order to participate in the graduation ceremony a student shall:

• have completed a minimumof 80 credits toward a High School Diploma or 60 credits toward a Certificate of Achievement prior to the beginning of the second semester of their graduating year and;

• be enrolled in sufficient courses at Sturgeon Composite High School or or one of the Sturgeon Learning Centres to complete the Alberta High School Diploma or Certificate of Achievement by the conclusion of  semester two.

• be responsible to ensure that all credits from correspondence and Distance Education courses are completed and graded by February 28th of the graduating year. 

• be responsible for providing documentation by February 28th for any Work Experience and/or Special Project(s) in progress and filing a detailed timeline to fulfill requirements. Students must have demonstrated diligence towards completion of requirements.

• pay a graduation fee which covers the costs of diplomas, printing costs of tickets and program, sitting fees for grad photos for yearbook, facility rental, decorations, etc.

• demonstrate a positive attendance and performance record and fulfill the expectations of a student at SCHS.

NOTE:  The onus is on the student to ensure they meet the graduation requirements and that all documentation regarding credits earned from outside the school are turned into school administration by February 28th.  Failure to provide this information may mean that you will not be able to participate in the ceremonies.  Each student’s marks, attendance, attitude and number of credits will be monitored by the grad advisors and administration up to the date of the ceremony.  Only students in good standing will be allowed to participate in the ceremony.