Hello, Seniors and Senior Parents. We are a week and a half away from the big day!!

We have A LOT of information in this email, so please read the details AND make sure you plan ahead!!!  

If you have any additional questions after reading all of these details, please email Kirsten.Baker@gcpsk12.org

Graduation Day

Important Times and Information:

• Saturday, May 23rd at 8:30am at Gas South Arena. 

• Seniors should be at the arena at 6:30am with NOTHING on their person besides their car key, cap and gown and regalia from North

  • No phones, no purses, etc. Anything other than their key will be confiscated at the door. Please leave these items in the car.

  • Seniors will each be given a RED parking pass in their ticket envelope at Graduation Practice - put on your dashboard 

  • Seniors will enter the Arena through Parking Deck 3 (see map attachment below).

  • Students will be walking through metal detectors upon entry - holding their cap, gown and regalia in their hands.

  • Students will be walking up and down several flights of cement stairs, so CHOOSE SHOES WISELY

• Doors open for families at 7:30am.

• Everyone must have a ticket - each graduate gets 10 tickets at graduation practice.

  • Everyone will walk through a metal detector

  • Gas South policy is a ticket is required for anyone over 24 months of age

  • Gas South has a clear bag policy. Do not bring wrapped gifts - wait to celebrate them once you are outside of the arena!

  • Please look at the list of prohibited items so you do not have a delay in entering. 

  • Please refer to Gas South Arena’s website to see their Dos and Don’ts! 

  • Handicapped parking and seating are on a first come first serve basis in the Arena.

• Seniors should be in "business professional" or "nice dressy" attire

  • Females can wear dresses, skirts, slacks, nice shoes

  • Males can wear dress pants, khakis, bow tie/tie, dress shoes, etc. 

    • Smart shoe choices! You will be walking on cement flooring and standing for a while, so make sure you can walk in your shoes.

• DO NOT…

  • Decorate the top of the cap.

  • Iron your gown.

  • Wear other regalia not awarded to you by the school/GCPS

  • Bring shakers or anything that makes artificial noise per rules of Gas South Arena.

• For family and friends who cannot attend in person, we will have a Livestream Link from the Arena.  That link is directly to the Gas South Arena YouTube page.

Parking for Seniors and Families

• See Attached Map

• Seniors are required to park in Deck 3 - Enter from Meadow Church Road followed by a left onto Paul McCartney Blvd. Please refer to the attached map for a better understanding.

  • Students MUST have the RED parking pass that they receive at graduation practice on the dash of their cars when parking in the lot

  • Students will enter the Arena through this parking area

• Families will be required to park in Deck 2 or Lot A. Deck 2 and Lot A can both be entered from either Satellite Blvd or Sugarloaf Parkway.  Please refer to the attached map for a better understanding.

BEFORE GRADUATION…

• Please make a plan with your graduate prior to the ceremony for after the event since they will not have their phones on their person.

• Following the ceremony, there will be alphabet signs/flags on the area labelled THE LAWN so families can easily find their graduates.

MANDATORY Graduation Practice

• Tuesday, May 19th at 8:30am in the commons of NGHS. Seniors should be present at least 15 minutes before because we will be starting promptly at 8:30am.

• Park in the senior lot or the baseball lot and come directly to the commons.  Please consider carpooling - traffic and parking is always difficult!

• All students will have to enter the building through Evolv at the front entrance or the 500 hall entrance.  The back entrance near the stadium will not be open, so leave yourself time!

• Any student late or absent without an excuse will not be able to participate in graduation on May 23rd.

• Students will not need anything for grad practice except for their phone/car keys.  Do not wear your cap and gown!

• 10 tickets to graduation will be given to every student at graduation practice

  • Any remaining tickets will be handed out to seniors one at a time on a first come, first serve basis at the end of graduation practice.

• There is no required attire for this day; dress for school and to be outside for the field day and lunch immediately following.

Senior Field Day

• Tuesday, May 19th from approximately 10:30am-1:00pm in the stadium at NGHS (immediately after graduation practice).

• All seniors are invited to join together for lunch, games, inflatables, caricature artists, etc. Don’t miss this fun event that hopefully will take you back to some of your favorite childhood memories. We have put a lot of planning into this event; you are definitely not going to want to miss out!!

• Lunch is included 11:00am - 1:00pm (burgers, hot-dogs, veggie burgers, drinks, snacks, and Rita's)

MORE PARENT VOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED: please follow the link  to the Sign-up Genius to help out! Thanks!

Honor’s Night and Service Breakfast

**By Invitation Only - invitations were sent to student’s school emails and parent emails on May 1st - check your "digest"**

• Service Breakfast: Saturday May, 16th at 9:30am @ North Gwinnett High School Commons

  • Parking will be available in the Senior Lot

  • Business Attire

  • Because of space restrictions, each honoree may bring no more than 2 guests

• Honor’s Night: Monday May, 18th at 6:30pm @ Gwinnett Church

  • 300 Peachtree Industrial Blvd, Sugar Hill, GA 30518

  • Business Attire

  • Because of space restrictions, each honoree may bring no more than 2 guests

Pick Up Missed Regalia

• If you have not picked up your cap and gown - please see Ms. Dannelly in room 600 during school hours.

  • DO NOT IRON your gown - please DO hang it up so the wrinkles can fall out.

• If you miss Honor’s Night or Service Breakfast, you can pick up honors regalia from the counseling office after Graduation practice on May 19th

• We will only be giving regalia out to the student directly or to a family member.

• Please remember you may only wear regalia to the NGHS Graduation that you earned through an NGHS organization at an Honors event. You may NOT decorate your cap for graduation.

Senior Walks at the Cluster Elementary Schools

• Level Creek:  Wednesday, May 20th  1:45pm

• Riverside:  Monday, May 18th  2:00pm 

• Roberts:  Monday, May 18th  2:00pm

• Suwanee:  Monday, May 18th  1:45pm 

• Please follow the link HERE to find specific directions for each school

Senior Final Exams 

Tuesday, May 12th - Math and Social Studies

Wednesday, May 13th - Science, Fine and Performing Arts, Health and PE

Thursday, May 14th - last day for any make-up final exams.  

• Seniors should plan to arrive in the commons between 7:30-8 am

• Students must bring their charged, GCPS Chromebook

• No electronics (cell phones, smart watches, ear buds, etc.) will be allowed in the Commons during testing

OTHER REMINDERS:  

Senior Sunset is THIS THURSDAY, May 14th, 7pm in the stadium.  Bring a blanket and your yearbook... wear your college shirt or attire for your future... hang out with your friends and make more memories and take all those group photos you missed last week.

Have you...

• Saved your files from your Google Drive - see directions

• Returned your Chromebook to the CLC - see directions 

• Returned all textbooks, library books, school equipment, calculators, uniforms, paid any fees, etc.  Any still listed in your fees will mean you do not receive your graduation tickets or your diploma at graduation.

• Picked up your pre-ordered yearbook - visit the front desk during starting Tuesday 5/12 if you missed distribution last week

• If you need to get a Refund from MyPaymentsPlus lunch money - please follow this link to the GCPS website.

• Read the information about Final Transcripts

Photos from Prom

We hope you all enjoyed Prom 2026!  The professional photographs taken at prom are now available for purchase through Josh Smith Photography.  Please visit the site joshsmithphotography.pic-time.com for additional details.

Please see the NGHS senior class website for all previous communications and announcements

WHEW!!  That was a lot.  As always, please email Kirsten.Baker@gcpsk12.org with any questions.

See you at all the events and celebrations!

Hello Seniors and Parents, 

Welcome to May!!!  Please read all the way through this week's announcements for CRITICAL information on dates and events - it is a lot!!  You can also always check the Senior Class Page on the NGHS Website for all previous emails.

SENIOR WEEK (May 4th-May 8th) - NEXT WEEK!!!

• Monday, 4th - Adam Sandler Day - think comfy... oversized t-shirts, baggy shorts, hoodies, and sneakers with high socks

• Tuesday, 5th - Get Wiggy With It - wear a wig or crazy hair

• Wednesday, 6th - Senior Citizen Day - think of the classic images you have for our beloved elders 

  • Senior Yearbook distribution day during lunch

• Throwback Thursday, 7th  - dress as your Kindergarten self or favorite kids TV show

• Bulldog Senior Pep Rally in the Aux Gym - meet during Bulldog Time for our Superlatives reveal and other important details

• Superlative voting through senior Instagram  NGSenior26

• Friday, 8th - wear your WHITE class t-shirt, bring a sharpie to have others sign out

SENIOR FINALS - PLEASE NOTE THE DATES FOR EACH CONTENT AREA

• Senior last day of class is Friday, May 8th

• Senior finals will be taken May 11-13. Students should attend based on the schedule below: 

  • May 11: Language Arts, Foreign Language, and CTAE

  • May 12: Math and Social Studies

  • May 13: Science, Fine and Performing Arts, PE and Health

  • If a student cannot test based on this schedule, please email Dr. Lough for alternate arrangements (Emily.Lough@gcpsk12.org)

• Seniors should plan to arrive in the commons between 7:30-8 am

• Students must bring their charged, GCPS Chromebook

• No electronics (cell phones, smart watches, ear buds, etc.) will be allowed in the Commons during testing

PARENT VOLUNTEERS NEEDED:

Senior Sunset   Thursday, May 14^th 6:30pm   The senior sponsors are in need of parent volunteers to help monitor the football field and pass out ice cream. If you have an interest and are able to help, please fill out THIS LINK. We appreciate your help! 

Senior Field Day on Tuesday, May 19th. We need parent volunteers to help set up while we are in Graduation Practice and then help with lunch and monitoring the games.  Please go to THIS LINK to sign up

DATES TO KNOW

• May 4-8 - Senior week events during school

• May 4-15 - AP Exams - bring your charged Chromebook

• Wednesday, May 5 - Senior Yearbook distribution during lunch

• Friday, May 8 - Seniors' last day of classes

• Mon - Wed, May 11-13 - Senior Exams - see details listed above

• Saturday, May 16 - Service Leadership Breakfast (Peer Leaders, Freshman Mentors, Lunch Bunch, Service Seal Recipients)

• Monday, May 18 - Honors Night 

*individual invitations will be sent to student emails the first week of May for the Breakfast and Honors Night

• Tuesday, May 19 - 8:30am - MANDATORY graduation practice in the commons  - arrive early, please carpool - parking is VERY tough that day!

• Tuesday, May 19 - 10:30am ( after grad practice) - 1pm - Senior Field Day -  lunch, inflatables, old-school games and fun

• Saturday, May 23 - Graduation at Gas South Arena

  • 6:30am students in their seat

  • 7:30am doors open for guests

  • 8:30am ceremony begins

Senior Walk Information - here are dates to add to your calendar.  Please click on this attachment to view event details from each school

• Level Creek:  Wednesday, May 20th  1:45pm

• Riverside:  Monday, May 18th  2:00pm 

• Roberts:  Monday, May 18th  2:00pm

• Suwanee:  Monday, May 18th  1:45pm 

Final Transcripts

Final transcripts will not be automatically sent to colleges.  Please go to the following attachment for directions for different scenarios.  Please contact the counseling office with questions. 

Saving Files When Graduating/Leaving GCPS - 

Your GCPS cloud accounts and files (Google Drive, Microsoft 365/OneDrive, Adobe Creative Cloud) will be deleted once you are no longer a GCPS student. You will need to save your files before you graduate if there is anything you want to keep. There is no way to recover your files once you are no longer a student.  Here is the LINK for instructions on how to keep your files. 

Chromebook Return

Your schedule with final exams and AP exams will determine when you should plan to return your Chromebook.  Please look at the following attachment for the schedule options for return.  Be sure to return your Chromebook and charger to ensure you do not have a fee that will block you from getting your diploma.

Textbook, Library Book, and Equipment Return

Check your FEES tab in StudentVue to make sure you know what books or equipment you need to return or if you have fines.  Return textbooks to your teacher, library books to the CLC, and any other equipment on the list to the coach or sponsor who gave it to you.  Additional fees or equipment may also be added from sports and arts programs as programs finish this month. 

Recent FAQs about Graduation

• Is there handicapped parking and wheelchair access at Gas South Arena?  Yes, they are both first come, first serve.  Handicapped parking is near the main entrance on the right of the grassy area.  Wheelchair access seating is at the top of each entry door into the Arena.

• Can we get more than 10 tickets for Graduation?  Each senior will receive 10 tickets at Graduation practice on May 19th.  Following practice students can stand in line to get one ticket at a time as long as our extras last. 

• Will there be a live stream for family and friends who cannot attend in person?  YES, we will post that link from Gas South Arena as soon as they share it.

• What is the student dress code for Graduation? I would call is business casual or summer party... shirt and slacks, ties are not required but look great under the gown, nice dress or slacks and a blouse. There is not a specific color requirement, but gowns must be zipped up.  The most critical choice you make is going to be YOUR SHOES - as you enter from the parking lot you will go up one flight of cement stairs and then down TWO flights of cement stairs to get to the floor of the Arena.  DO NOT choose super high shoes that you cannot walk distances in or that you have not practiced walking in.

• Can we decorate our cap?  NO, there are no decorations on your cap.

• Can we wear regalia (cords, stoles, etc.) that we get from a non-North organization?  NO, only regalia that you get at honors night or another NGHS organization event can be worn at graduation.

• How do Senior Letters work?  North Gwinnett does not manage Senior Letter distribution.  If you choose to do that gift for your senior, it is a family project. 

• What if something is wrong with my Cap and Gown?  If the size is wrong (should hit mid-calf) or you are missing a tassel, please email Mrs. Baker.  If you have not yet picked up your Cap and Gown, please see Mrs. Dannelly in office 600.  Please remember DO NOT IRON your gown, hang it up now - if the wrinkles do not fall out, then hang it in the bathroom while you have a hot shower running to steam.

OPTIONAL PRODUCTS:

Yard Signs: View the flyer on the Senior Class website to order yard signs from Postal Plus.  Your purchase will benefit our DECA club.

Scholastic Images :  Seniors, it's NOT TOO LATE to order your Official Graduation Announcements! Just go to www.scholasticimages.com and pick the package that is perfect for you! Don't wait to tell everyone that you're walking across that stage soon!

STAY TUNED... next week we will share more specific details about the graduation ceremony.  As always, feel free to email Kirsten.Baker@gcpsk12.org with any questions you still have after reading all of that 🙂

Final transcripts will be available starting June 8th

NOTE: North Gwinnett does NOT send out final transcripts.  It is your responsibility to send it to your college.

How to Send Your Final Transcript 
✅ GA FUTURES (For all Georgia colleges and universities):
If North Gwinnett has your Social Security number, log in to your account at GaFutures.org
Go to My Transcripts, select your college, and send it for free
✅ PAPER COPY:
All graduating seniors get one free official paper copy
Pick it up at the front desk starting June 1st
Mail or Hand Deliver the sealed transcript to your college
Bring your ID to pick up the transcript
✅ NEED EXTRA PAPER COPIES:
They're $5 each (cash or check only)
You can pick them up at the front desk when you get your free copy

Diploma Info:   Your diploma is a one-time official document.  We do NOT keep copies, digital or printed.

 

Hello Seniors and Senior Parents, 

I hope you are gearing up for a fabulous Spring Break... I know we all need a bit of rest before the final count-down!  When we get back we have just 4 weeks of school left, so stay engaged and FINISH STRONG!!!

Below you will see some updates and some common questions that I am receiving as we get closer to Graduation.  Please read all the way through and address your questions to the correct person listed. 

Caps and Gowns were handed out last week.  If you missed the pick-up day, please go by office 600 to get your senior package.

1. Please open the packaging and check the size - it should fall about mid-calf

2. DO NOT IRON the gown - hang it up now so the wrinkles fall out.  If you have stubborn wrinkles, hang them in the bathroom with a hot shower running to steam them out.

3. Students should have received the following in their package: cap, gown, tassel and white spring senior t-shirt.

4. If anything seems wrong with your pieces or you have any questions, please email Kirsten.Baker@gcpsk12.org

URGENT!!!  Record your name pronunciation in Marching Order

This step will ensure that your name is read correctly at Graduation.  If you skip this opportunity, you are trusting AI to get it correct.  I have heard some terrible interpretations of "simple" names, so don't skip this step!8  YES, we announce your full name including your middle name - it is one of the only times you will ever hear your full given name. 

Students should go to their portal landing page and click on the "Marching Order" button to complete this step.  Use this tutorial for details.  Contact Kirsten.Baker@gcpsk12.org with questions. 

Service Logs due FRIDAY, April 17th

To earn a Service Seal on the diploma, Seniors need to complete 100 hours of service in their 4 years of high school.  This is NOT required for graduation.  Students must submit their Service Logs through LogCycle to Mrs. Cornett in the Counseling Office by Friday, April 17th to earn that recognition.  For more information, please go to the  Counseling page on Community Service.  See Mrs. Cornett in the Counseling office with questions. 

Senior Walks at Elementary Schools

Each of our Elementary feeder schools invites our seniors to return in their graduation regalia to walk the halls indicating the completion of the full 13-year school project.  HERE is the information from each of our schools on their dates, times, and directions. 

Final Transcript Information from the Counseling Department

Final transcripts will be available on June 1st.  North Gwinnett does not send final transcripts to colleges - that is your responsibility.  Please go to this link for more details on ordering transcripts. 

Parent Volunteers during Senior Activities

We will have several opportunities for parents to help out at events and activities for our seniors.  The SignUpGenius will be released after spring break for Senior Field Day (May 19th), so save that date.  We will also need parents to help decorate some of our hallways for senior week (May 4-8) - more details after Spring Break.

Recent FAQs about Graduation

• Is there handicapped parking and wheelchair access at Gas South Arena?  Yes, they are both first come, first serve.  Handicapped parking is near the main entrance on the right of the grassy area.  Wheelchair access seating is at the top of each entry door into the Arena.

• Does North do Senior Letters?  No, North Gwinnett does not manage Senior Letter distribution.  If you choose to do that gift for your senior, it is a family project. 

• Can we get more than 10 tickets for Graduation and does everyone need a ticket?  Each senior will receive 10 tickets at Graduation practice on May 19th.  Following practice students can stand in line to get one ticket at a time as long as our extras last.  The Arena's policy is that all children over 24 months of age (anyone requiring a seat) needs a ticket. 

• What is the student dress code for Graduation? I would call it business casual or summer party... shirt and slacks, ties are not required but look great under the gown, nice dress or slacks and a blouse. There is not a specific color requirement, but gowns must be zipped up.  The most critical choice you make is going to be YOUR SHOES - as you enter from the parking lot you will go up one flight of cement stairs and then down TWO flights of cement stairs to get to the floor of the Arena.  DO NOT choose super high shoes that you cannot walk distances in or that you have not practiced walking in.

• Can we bring in our phones and cameras on the graduation floor?  NO, students can carry nothing with them except their graduation regalia and a car key.  No phones, no purses, no noisemakers... nothing.

• Can we decorate our cap?  NO, there are no decorations on your cap.

• Can we wear regalia (cords, stoles, etc.) that we get from a non-North organization?  NO, only regalia that you get at honors night or another NGHS organization event can be worn at graduation.

• Please know that we follow the Arena's regulations for security and behavior expectations.  Here is the link to their full policy.  Make sure your family attending know the clear-bag policy and prohibited items so they can enter without delay on May 23rd. 

Please email Kirsten.Baker@gcpsk12.org with any questions you have as we move through the next 6 weeks together into Graduation.

Happy Spring Break!

Kirsten Baker, Abby Myles, and Megan McBee your senior sponsors  

Senior Information

Hello Seniors and families of seniors!

It is February, which means graduation is right around the corner!  We have finally been given county dates, so we can now update you on some important information.  Please read the entire email and mark your calendars to make sure that you do not miss anything. 

Graduation

• Graduation for North Gwinnett seniors is Saturday, May 23rd, at 8:30am at Gas South Arena. 

• All students graduating should arrive at the arena at 6:30am. This is crucial for timing to ensure that all students are in the correct order before the procession begins.

• More information will follow as we get closer to the date regarding parking, timing for guests, etc.

Graduation Practice with Senior Lunch & Field Day - MARK YOUR CALENDAR NOW!!!!!

• MANDATORY Graduation practice will be at 8:30am on Tuesday, May 19th at North Gwinnett High School commons

• Parking for this day is VERY TIGHT - please plan on carpooling and leave plenty of time to park.  We will keep the senior lot open, but all of you WILL NOT FIT in that space!!

• This is MANDATORY for all graduating seniors. Students should plan to arrive 10 minutes early in order to locate their seat, so we can begin promptly at 8:30am.

• Students will receive their 10 graduation tickets and parking pass for Gas South Arena at this time.

• Following Graduation Practice, we will have Senior Lunch and Field Day (11ish - 1pm) - a time for our seniors to be together, have some "good old fashioned" fun and celebrate this milestone together.  More info to come on this event... but plan to attend!

• We will be asking for parent volunteers for Lunch and Field Day - more information to come later this semester on that opportunity.

Senior Week and Honors Events - we will send you more details once all plans are finalized. Mark these dates for now.... 

• Senior Week will be May 4th - May 8^th - The last week of school for our seniors will include theme/dress up days and events to celebrate the end of this 13-year project!

• Saturday, May 16th - Service Breakfast (service seal recipients, peer leaders, freshman mentors, lunch bunch) - individual invitations will be sent

• Monday, May 18th - Honors Night (honor graduates, cords and awards from individual organization) - individual invitations will be sent

Senior Final Exams

• May 8th will be the last day of classes for seniors.  Because graduation is immediately after school ends for Gwinnett County schools, the seniors’ final exams will be moved up to ensure we get them all completed.  

• Senior Final Exams - May 11th - 13th  (1st-3rd periods in the Commons)

  • Monday 11th - Language Arts, World Languages, Career and Technical Arts Education

  • Tuesday 12th - Math, Social Studies

  • Wednesday13th - Science, Fine Arts, Performing Arts, PE/Health

  • Thursday 14th - make-up Senior Exams

• AP Exams are May 4th - 15th - If seniors are taking those exams, it is critical that they will need to STAY ENGAGED with our teachers.  Many will be offering study sessions during their class times after our seniors are "officially done with classes" to continue to support their preparation.  Your AP Exam takes priority over a final - if you have a conflict, plan on taking your final exam on the make-up day.

• If your student is exempting finals, then they will be officially finished with classes on May 8th.
   

Senior Class Website

Please "bookmark" to our NG Senior Class Website where we will continue to post new announcements and updates.  LINK HERE

Yearbook 

Yearbooks are NOT included in Senior Class Dues, be sure you purchase a yearbook before they sell out.  North Gwinnett's code is 1684  Yearbook Order Center

Updates from our Counselors

If you have any questions regarding credits required or graduation requirements, please have your student contact their guidance counselor - Link is HERE

Mid-Year transcripts will be available in mid-January. Below is information for the Class of 2026 regarding transcripts for college applications.

• COMMON APP: If you ordered a transcript for Common App during fall semester, you do NOT need to order one for the Mid-Year Report. These will be sent to Common App as soon as transcripts are available.  If you did not previously order a common app transcript, you need to order one through MyPaymentsPlus - order ONE transcript and that will be available to all schools that you apply to through Common App.  

• DIRECT TO SCHOOL: If you ordered a transcript to be sent directly to a school during fall semester, email your counselor to let them know if you want the mid-year transcript sent to that college/university. You do NOT need to order one on MPP.

• NEW APPLICATIONS: If you are applying to a new college (and it is not through Common App), order one transcript per school through MyPaymentsPlus.com under Fees and Activities.

Contact your counselor or amy.cornett@gcpsk12.org with any questions.

From our Graduation partners, Scholastic Images 

All of their items are OPTIONAL and not included in Senior Class Dues.

Congratulations, North Gwinnett Class of 2026!

Graduation will be here before you know it. It’s time to celebrate your hard work and share the big news with friends and family. This year’s official announcements feature the Commerce school crest and custom personalization—just like collegiate announcements.

🎓 How to Order:

• Order Online Now: www.scholasticimages.com

• Digital Flyer: Check out the attached flyer for package details.
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• Convenience: Order packages are pre-built for easy shopping, or you can add individual items.
• Shipping: All orders ship directly to your home with tracking provided.

Don't wait—order today to ensure your announcements arrive in plenty of time for graduation season. We are so proud of you, Class of 2026!

If you have any questions throughout the senior year process, please feel free to contact Mrs. Baker at Kirsten.Baker@gcpsk12.org. 

The countdown is officially on!

Senior Class Sponsors Kirsten Baker, Megan McBee, & Abby Myles

Good Afternoon, Seniors and Senior Parents/Guardians. 

Can you believe we are already 6 weeks into your senior year?!  This year, time will fly faster than you could ever imagine!! Here are a few updates and frequently asked questions I've been receiving from seniors and parents of seniors: 

1. GRADUATION

We have not yet been given our Graduation date and time.  As soon as that gets set by the county, we will lock in all of our senior dates and share those with you, so you can add them to your calendar.  Last year we did not receive the date until December.

2. SENIOR CLASS DUES 

Senior Class Dues are open in MyPaymentsPlus.  The $175 senior dues pay for all the graduation fees for the arena, parking, printing, diplomas, regalia, as well as senior events, t-shirts, etc.  

This year IF YOU PAID FOR JUNIOR DUES LAST YEAR, then it will also include one free ticket to Prom for your senior.  

It DOES NOT include Homecoming - those tickets will be on GoFan later this month.

If you pay by September 30, 2025 then you will receive a bonus fall shirt.

Log-In to MyPayments Plus.  On the left side of the screen, choose the EVENTS AND ACTIVITIES button.   The easiest way to find the activity is to use the SEARCH feature on the EVENTS AND ACTIVITIES page...simply type in the name of the activity (SENIOR), and the activity will appear on screen.  If you do not find the event listed, it is likely you have already paid.  

​**Questions about dues should be sent to Kirsten.Baker@gcpsk12.org.

3. SENIOR WEBSITE

The Senior Class Webpage on our NGHS website has been updated and posted.  We suggest you bookmark this page and check back frequently for new information.  We have posted a senior checklist that could be helpful in completing some of the important tasks this year.

4. YEARBOOK UPDATE

Senior yearbook pictures must be taken at a Cady Studio. Please click the link to schedule your session: https://home.cady.com/ . If you are only interested in the yearbook package that includes a formal, a casual and a cap/gown photo, book the simple session for only $29. The deadline for senior pictures to be included in the yearbook is November 1, 2025. Any pictures taken after that date will NOT be included in the yearbook. 

Senior yearbook ads can be created and purchased for your senior at www.yearbookordercenter.com  with school code 1684. The deadline to submit those ads is also November 1, 2025. 

Questions about Yearbook should be sent to Colleen.Longe@gcpsk12.org

5. SENIOR CLASS SPONSORS 

Senior Class Sponsors are Megan McBee, Abby Myles with Kirsten Baker as the Graduation Administrator.  We will be partnering with our Senior Class Officers to build out events and activities for our seniors.

We all look forward to working with you this year.

If you have any general questions about Seniors, please email Kirsten.Baker@gcpsk12.org

Scholastic Images will be on campus at North Gwinnett on Thursday, August 28th during all lunches, so don’t miss out placing your orders for:

• Letter Jacket Orders for any student who has earned a letter!

  • Bring a $150 deposit to get the order started and proof of your letter (actual award letter patch, certificate, or note from coach/sponsor)!

  • We’ll custom size you and walk you through the rest!
     

• Class Ring Orders for ALL juniors and seniors!

  • Bring payment in full for the Mascot Ring Special ($333.90)!

  • Bring $100 deposit for Ultrium metal or $200 deposit for all other metals!

  • We’ll custom size you and walk you through the rest!
     

• Seniors, make sure to order your senior packages ASAP to ensure we have your size!

You can also order anytime online at www.scholasticimages.com or over the phone at (770) 614-9353! We can’t wait to Celebrate Your Most Meaningful Moments!

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Our graduation partner is Scholastic Images.  They have senior packages, swag, and announcements which are all optional and paid for by the individual family directly. 

Please visit our partners at www.scholasticimages.com and put in North Gwinnett for your school choice to see all the optional choices.

The direct link for optional Graduation Announcements is https://tinyurl.com/ngwinnann

Prom will be held on Saturday, May 2nd, 2026 from 8pm-11pm in the Grand Ballroom at the Gas South District in Duluth. Tickets will be sold on GoFan.

Here’s everything you need to know for Prom 2026:

Where: The Gas South District

When: Saturday, May 2, 2026, from 8 pm-11 pm

Tickets: Tickets will be sold exclusively on the GOFAN app. Tickets will not be sold at the door. You must claim your ticket on GOFAN in order to attend.

Cost:

●       March 1-March 30 tickets will cost $75 each

●       April 1-May 1 tickets will cost $100 each

●       Guest Tickets:

Each student will be allowed to purchase one ticket for a guest. The ticket must be assigned to a specific person when they are purchased. If the guest goes to North, their ticket will be delivered to them via GOFAN. If the guest does not attend North, they will need to complete a form in order to receive a ticket. More information will be provided when tickets go on sale. The price will be determined by the purchase date.

Please note that tickets are assigned to individual students...tickets are NON-TRANSFERABLE and NON-REFUNDABLE.  Do not show up at Prom with a ticket purchased for someone else.

On Prom Night: 

●       Bring your GOFAN Ticket on your device and your student ID (the StudentVue app on your phone will work). 

●       Enter the Gas South District using either entrance on Sugarloaf Parkway.  The entrance closest to Satellite is the most direct route to PARKING STRUCTURE #1 – parking will be complimentary (details to follow). 

●       Students using limos, buses, or students being dropped off/picked up will be able to use the drive between DECK #1 and the Convention Center.  Please use the attached map as a guide. 

●       Follow the signs to the main entrance of the Gas South District Convention Center and then make your way downstairs to the Prom.

●       Proof of the Pudding will serve heavy hors d'oeuvres and dessert throughout the evening. House of Music will provide an amazing light show for the music from DJ GB. 

●       Remember, all school rules apply to this off-campus event.  Finally, as it is for all school events, once you check in, you can't leave and return. 

Parking: Complimentary Parking is in DECK #1 only.  Please use the attached map for directions.

When is Prom 2026?  Prom 2025 will be Saturday, May 2 from 8-11 pm at the Gas South District in Duluth. 

I really want to come to the Prom, but I can't afford it. What should I do? At NGHS, we want everyone to be able to enjoy the Prom. Contact your guidance counselor ASAP to discuss some options.

I am technically classified as a Sophomore, but I earned enough credit for Junior status after Fall Semester, and I will graduate at the end of next year. Can I come to the Prom? Yes. Just have your guidance counselor e-mail Mrs. Holcombe and Dr. Grodzicki to let them know of your change in status.

Do I have to pay more if my date doesn't go to NGHS? Date tickets are determined by the date they are purchased. Tickets purchased in March are $75, and tickets purchased in April are $100.

Do I have to pay more if my date is a freshman or sophomore at NGHS? You do not. Date tickets are determined by the date they are purchased. Tickets purchased in March are $75, and tickets purchased in April are $100. 

Is it OK to come to the Prom solo? Yes! In 2025, 75% of the people who purchased tickets did so with groups of friends instead of a specific date.

Is there a dress code for the Prom? Yes. This is a formal event, and the attire should reflect that formality.

Will there be chaperones at the Prom? Absolutely. There is a very visible adult presence at the Prom. In 2025, this included the following: 3 uniformed Gwinnett Police Officers, 12 School Resource Officers, 30 adult chaperones, 9 NGHS administrators, and over 120 NGHS teachers/staff.

Will dinner be available at the Prom? Dinner will not be served; however, dessert and beverages will be provided.

I'm picking my child up after the Prom. What time should I be there? The prom is over at 11:00 pm. Please arrive no later than 11:00 pm.

Does North Gwinnett sponsor any sort of after-prom function? No. Many families host after-parties for their students, but NGHS does not sponsor an after-party.

When is next year's Prom? Mark your calendars! Next year’s prom is scheduled for May 8, 2027.

Other Questions: Please feel free to e-mail Mrs. Holcombe or Dr. Grodzicki, the Junior Class Sponsors, with any additional questions you may have at taylor.holcombe@gcpsk12.org or colette.grodzicki@gcpsk12.org.

• Senior Class Dues are paid on MyPaymentsPlus. 

  • Log-In to MyPayments Plus.  On the left side of the screen, choose the EVENTS AND ACTIVITIES button.   The easiest way to find the activity is to use the SEARCH feature on the EVENTS AND ACTIVITIES page...simply type in the name of the activity (SENIOR), and the activity will appear on-screen.  If you do not find the event listed, it is likely you have already paid. 

• Senior Class Dues are $175. Senior class dues cover all the graduation ceremony fees, regalia, printing, parking, cap and gown, diploma, senior class t-shirt, and senior week events. 

• BONUS: this year it also includes one FREE ticket to Prom if you paid Junior Dues last year.  Homecoming Dance tickets are NOT included.

• When you pay the fee, we collect sizes for your student's class t-shirt and cap and gown.  

• If you need assistance with Senior Class Dues, please contact Kirsten Baker at Kirsten.Baker@gcpsk12.org

• This is the year to start getting serious about these tests. I always suggest that students take each test at least once during their JUNIOR YEAR. 
• Students register for the SAT using their COLLEGE BOARD ACCOUNT on www.collegeboard.org.  Students register for the ACT using the following website:  www.act.org. 
• Any questions or concerns should be addressed to your student's Guidance Counselor.

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Congratulations, North Gwinnett Class of 2026!

Graduation will be here before you know it. It’s time to celebrate your hard work and share the big news with friends and family. This year’s official announcements feature the Commerce school crest and custom personalization—just like collegiate announcements.

🎓 How to Order:

• Order Online Now: www.scholasticimages.com

• Digital Flyer: Check out the attached flyer for package details.
• QR Code: Use the QR code on the flyer to jump straight to the shop.

📦 Key Details:

• Customization: Announcements are personalized with your full name.

• Convenience: Order packages are pre-built for easy shopping, or you can add individual items.
• Shipping: All orders ship directly to your home with tracking provided.

Don't wait—order today to ensure your announcements arrive in plenty of time for graduation season. We are so proud of you, Class of 2026!

Thank you very much and have a wonderful day!

We Appreciate You,

Meagan Castillo, Todd Sims, Carlos Castillo & the entire Scholastic Images Family

Scholastic Images | Co-Owner

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