Information on Senior Week Activities

Here are some important details and reminders regarding the multitude of senior events taking place this week.
SENIOR BANQUET
- Tuesday, May 23.
- Arrive at 6:00 PM and plan for the event to end at approx. 9:00 PM.
- Nathanael Greene Lodge, 6394 Wesselman Rd. in Green Twp. Park and enter in the rear of the building. (You are responsible for your own transportation).
- This is a “dressy casual” event. (No jeans, shorts, gym shoes, etc.)
- Admission by ticket only. Harrison High School Seniors only.
- Event features dinner, awarding of Senior Superlatives, viewing of Senior Video
ACADEMIC & MILITARY SIGNING / SCHOLARSHIPS / ACADEMIC AWARDS NIGHT
- Wednesday, May 24.
- Academic/Military Signing at 5:30 PM, Scholarship presentations at 6:30 PM, Senior Academic Awards at 7:30 PM.
- Activity Center Auditorium.
- This is a “dress up” event.
- Students being recognized were notified via invitation.
- Admission is free and open to all.
SENIOR DAY
- Thursday, May 25.
- Meet in the Activity Center Bistro at 8:00 AM for donuts.
- We will leave via school buses for Northern Kentucky University at approx. 8:30 AM.
- Free time at NKU Rec Center (swimming, racquetball, basketball, sand volleyball, ping pong, running track and more). Pizza will be served for lunch before returning to school at approx. 1:30 PM. (Bring a snack if you think you will get hungry mid-morning).
- You are welcome to bring books, cards, board games, etc. if that is more your speed.
- Wear comfortable clothing and gym shoes. Bring a swimsuit and a towel if you plan to swim.
- Admission by ticket only. Harrison High School Seniors only.
GRAD WALKS
- Friday, May 26.
- Meet at Harrison Junior School at 9:00 AM, then meet at your elementary school at 10:00 AM. (You are responsible for your own transportation).
- Walk the halls together as a group while being cheered on by the junior school and elementary students. This is also a great opportunity to reconnect with former teachers!
- Wear your cap and gown and any cords/medals you have earned.
GRADUATION REHEARSAL
- Tuesday, May 30.
- Meet in the Activity Center Bistro at 8:00 AM for donuts. Rehearsal will begin promptly at 8:30 AM.
- Attendance is mandatory. If you do not attend rehearsal, you will not walk in the Commencement ceremony.
- We will run through the ceremony multiple times; this includes the lineup, processional and recessional, and the process for receiving your diploma.
- On your chair in the graduate seating area you will be receiving a variety of items, including student fee notice if applicable, senior/baby pictures if you submitted hard copies, order forms for the Graduation Ceremony / Senior Video package, and any other items that need to be returned to you. Please be prepared to take these items home.
- You will not receive your diploma if you have unpaid fees.
- Plan to be at the Activity Center until approx. 11:30 AM.
- Wear gear from your college/university, military branch, or field of employment.
If you have further questions, please email Mrs. Hinterlong at jane.hinterlong@southwestschools.org, Mr. Ward at trevor.ward@southwestschools.org or Mr. Morris at mike.morris@southwestschools.org.
Further information about the Commencement ceremony will be sent out on Monday, May 29.