• June 5: Last day of Senior Finals;  Senior Exhibition of Learning
• June 6: Graduation Rehearsal
• June 7: Feeder School Visits; Senior Awards Ceremony; Senior Sunset
• June 8: Graduation Rehearsal 
• June 9: Graduation, 2:00 pm (EagleBank Arena)

Senior Dues are collected each year to pay for the associated costs of graduation. The cost of this year’s senior dues will be $85. Senior dues can be paid through MySchoolBucks or by check made payable to Oakton High School. Any student who has free or reduced lunch status can speak with your counselor regarding payment options. Senior dues were due by March 31, 2023, and we ask if you haven’t yet paid for you to please pay promptly. 

Class dues help pay for the following: 

• School buses used to transport students in performing arts to the EagleBank Arena to provide the music for graduation.
• Stage flowers 
• Senior Events (Sunrise, Sunset, etc.) 
• Honor medal/Service Learning cord 
• Cap, gown, and one tassel 
• Diploma and Diploma cover
• Graduation programs

Early next week, seniors will receive a note regarding any outstanding fees (senior dues, class fees, etc) or fines. These must be paid prior to receiving your cap and gown in June. Students will also need to return their school-issued laptop and charger (or pay for their missing laptop or charger) prior to graduation. The schedule for returning laptops and chargers can be found here.

Our senior shirt was ready in early January. Seniors who had already paid were able to pick up; if you have not yet gotten your shirt but you paid before December, you may pick up from Mrs. Foley in the main office. 

The schedule for senior final exams is currently as follows:

• Wednesday, May 31: Senior exams periods 5 and 7 (schedule will be modified)
• Thursday, June 1: Senior exams periods 6 and 8 (schedule will be modified)
• Friday, June 2: Senior exams period 1 (Schedule will be modified)
• Monday, June 5: Senior exams periods 2 and 4; Senior Exhibition of Learning for Internship Participants 

You can also find a printable version of the EOY calendar. 

Each day seniors have an exam, they can leave upon the conclusion of their exam(s). 

This year our senior awards ceremony is scheduled for Wednesday, June 7, 2023 from 4:30-5:30 in the auditorium. This event recognizes a large number of our senior students on their accomplishments and is open for all seniors to attend. Recognitions include honor graduates and department awards. Invitations will be sent to those seniors who will be recognized.  

June 6, 2023 – 9:00-11:00 (Oakton High School) 

June 8, 2023 – 9:00-11:00 (Oakton High School) 

Attendance at both graduation rehearsals is mandatory for students who wish to participate in our graduation ceremony. This helps us ensure that graduation runs smoothly. Students who do not attend graduation rehearsals will not be permitted to attend the graduation ceremony. No one will be excused from rehearsal unless prior approval is granted by Ms. Rodeheaver, Class of 2023 Administrator. 

At rehearsals we will review the entire graduation program and provide seating arrangements and directions on the processional and recessional. In addition, we will practice all student names to ensure they are read correctly at the graduation ceremony. During this time we will also distribute caps and gowns to students. All outstanding obligations (textbook fines, library fines, parking fines, AP exam fees, senior dues, etc.) must be paid in order for a student to collect his/her cap and gown. 

Each student’s cap, gown and tassel are included in their senior dues. Should families wish to order any additional custom graduation apparel, announcements or accessories from Jostens. More information can be found at this link. 

We will be holding our final senior celebration event on Wednesday, June 7 at 6:00 pm. Refreshments will be provided to students. The Class of 2023 can celebrate together and enjoy games and music on the Softball Field. 

Graduation for the Class of 2023 will be held on Friday June 9, 2023 at 2:00 pm at EagleBank Arena, George Mason University. For directions and a map, please check the website: https://www.eaglebankarena.com/article/maps-directions. Due to the size of EagleBank Arena, no tickets are necessary to attend the event. 

Doors will open for families at 1:00pm.  Seating will be first come, first served.  Graduates are asked to arrive no later than 1:00pm so we may begin lining up. 

• Each senior that has fulfilled his/her financial and academic obligations will be invited to participate in our graduation ceremony. As a reminder, all participation is contingent on adherence to the Students Rights and Responsibilities (SR&R) and all school rules.
• If a family will require a sign-language interpreter please make that request, in writing, by emailing Ms. Martha Rodeheaver at @email by May 1, 2023. 
• Transportation to EagleBank Arena is not provided by the school. Due to the time of our graduation ceremony, families are encouraged to plan their trip to account for natural delays due to traffic.
•  Dress Code: 
  • Business casual attire: (Examples provided below) 
    • Light colored collared shirt with a tie
    • Khaki or dress slacks
    • Dress 
    • Dress shoes (Modest heels or flats; no boots, sandals, sneakers or flip flops)

Please make plans with your family in advance for a meeting place outside of EagleBank Arena. Students will only be permitted to have their car key with them and no cell phones. Please speak with your students in advance of the ceremony (after rehearsal) to determine which side of the floor he/she will be sitting on. 

Photography: 

During graduation, Victor O'Neill Studios will be on hand to take professional photos of our graduates.  These photos will be available for families to view approximately five business days after the graduation.  Photographs will be available here for your review.  https://galleries.photoday.io/gallery/COUGARGRAD23

Videography: 

Please see this order form if you wish to purchase a copy of the ceremony.  https://drive.google.com/file/d/13Vs8ISZiyq63gonzIluSkCNXFySINeCt/view 

Live Streaming: 

Family and friends who are unable to attend the ceremony may live stream by using this link.  https://tinyurl.com/Oakton2023

We have coordinated the following feeder school visits for our students.  Transportation will not be provided by the school.  This is a fun opportunity for students to go remember their entire journey before graduation.  

What is ANGP? 

ANGP stands for All Night Grad Party. The ANGP provides a safe, alcohol-free and drug-free event for seniors on the night of the graduation.

When?

This year’s ANGP will be held on Friday, June 9 from 9 PM - 3 AM

Where?

Launch Trampoline Park in Franklin Farm

Food and Fun

The kids will have full use of Launch. In addition to the trampolines we’ll have casino games, a photo booth, lawn games like cornhole, raffles with great prizes, food, and entertainment. Kids love being able to hang out with their classmates and friends once all the pressure of school and graduation is gone!

Tickets

Tickets are now available (prices will increase at the door). To purchase: https://oaktonhsptsa.ptboard.com/formvw?store=3290&form=7

Donations

We can't throw a party of this magnitude without the community's help!

• Become a sponsor and your name will be included on our promotional materials as well as a huge banner at the event itself. For details: https://oaktonhsptsa.ptboard.com/formvw?store=3290&form=5
• Take a look at our Amazon Wish List (https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/GWPZKAL6I0M7?ref_=wl_share) to see the prizes we’d love to be able to provide for games. These include gift cards, dorm room essentials, and fun treats.
• All profits from merchandise sales from our ANGP online store go towards covering the cost of this event. We’ve got college/military garden flags and Yeti mugs: https://oaktonhsptsa.ptboard.com/formvw?store=3290&form=6
• Did you miss out on getting a Home of a Senior yard sign? No problem! The garden flags are also available as Oakton senior signs. Just write “Oakton 23” on the order form: https://oaktonhsptsa.ptboard.com/formvw?store=3290&form=6

Volunteers

We need the help of parent volunteers from all grades so that senior parents can enjoy graduation night with their guests. Please check out our Sign Up Genius: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60b0a4dacac2ea64-allnight#/

Questions?

Please send an email to @email