SENIOR EVENTS 2025
SENIOR EVENTS 2025![]()
SENIOR EVENTS 2025
February 7 - SENIOR PANORAMIC PHOTO - 3rd period tutorial - Gym
April 18 - GRADUATION SPEECH MEETING - in ASB at lunch. Any senior interested in giving a speech at graduation
May 17 - PROM - 7:00-10:00PM - Hangar at OC Fairgrounds, Costa Mesa
May 20 - SENIOR AWARDS - 5:30PM - Gym
June 3 - CAP & GOWN DISTRIBUTION - 1:45-2:15PM - Badlands Stadium. This includes panoramic photo if purchased and graduation tickets.
June 4 - SENIOR BRUNCH - 9:00-11:00AM - Dave & Busters, Irvine Spectrum (pre-purchased ticket required)
June 5 - GRADUATION REHEARSAL (MANDATORY) - 9:00AM - Gym
June 5 - GRADUATION - 5:00PM - Badlands Stadium - Students report to gym by shuttle between 2:30-3:30PM.
* All sellable items may be purchased in ASB or on our WebStore.
* SENIOR GOLD CARD INCLUDES: PROM, SENIOR BRUNCH, & PANORAMIC PHOTO
GET YOUR CAP & GOWN ORDERED TODAY!
GET YOUR CAP & GOWN ORDERED TODAY!![]()
GET YOUR CAP & GOWN ORDERED TODAY!
Cap and Gown Unit is now $50 The Cap & Gown Unit must be purchased through Jostens and includes: cap, gown, tassel, and medallion.
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WHITE GRAD GOWNS
WHITE GRAD GOWNS![]()
WHITE GRAD GOWNS
Students with a 4.0 or higher cumulative weighted GPA will receive a white graduation gown. Grades based on second semester 12 week progress report. All gowns, white or blue, will be distributed at cap and gown distribution on June 3rd.
Graduation/Senior Activities
CLICK IMAGE for a printable version of the Senior Events flyer
CLICK IMAGE for a printable version of the Senior Events flyer![]()
CLICK IMAGE for a printable version of the Senior Events flyer
2025 GRADUATION - June 5 - 5pm Badlands Stadium
2025 GRADUATION - June 5 - 5pm Badlands Stadium![]()
2025 GRADUATION - June 5 - 5pm Badlands Stadium
The Class of 2025 Commencement Ceremony will take place in the Badlands Stadium on Thursday, June 5, 2025 at 5:00pm. Please read Graduation information on this page regarding tickets, parking, caps/gowns, and more.
NEED EXTRA GRADUATION TICKETS?
NEED EXTRA GRADUATION TICKETS?![]()
NEED EXTRA GRADUATION TICKETS?
Every graduate will receive 5 free tickets to graduation. In need of more tickets? Extra graduation tickets will go on sale Monday April 21st for $15 a ticket. Tickets may be purchased in the ASB Office or on our Webstore. If you need additional ticket, buy early as we expect to sell out.
Week 1 - 4/21-4/27 - Graduates can purchase up to 5 additional tickets
Week 2 - 4/28-5/4 - Graduates can purchase up to 5 more additional tickets
5/5 until sold out - Graduates may purchase as many tickets as they wish while supplies last
CAP/GOWN/GRADUATION TICKET DISTRIBUTION - 6/3 - 1:45-2:15
CAP/GOWN/GRADUATION TICKET DISTRIBUTION - 6/3 - 1:45-2:15![]()
CAP/GOWN/GRADUATION TICKET DISTRIBUTION - 6/3 - 1:45-2:15
Cap & Gown Distribution: June 3rd - 1:45-2:15 in the Badlands Satdium
Graduates will receive their cap, gown, tassel, medallion, panoramic photo if purchased, graduation tickets (5 free plus any additional purchased), and 1 parking pass.
There is no early distribution of any of these items and graduates must pick up their own cap and gown/grad tickets.
PARKING/SHUTTLE/DROP OFF
PARKING/SHUTTLE/DROP OFF![]()
PARKING/SHUTTLE/DROP OFF
Every graduate will receive 1 pass to park on campus for the Graduation Ceremony. This parking pass will be distributed with the graduation tickets and caps and gowns at the Cap & Gown Distribution Party on June 3rd from 1:45pm to 2:15pm in the stadium.
- Graduates - All graduates are required to shuttle in so that they arrive safe and ontime. All shuttles will depart from the Rancho Mission Viejo Riding Park off of La Pata. Graduate shuttles run from 2:30-3:30.
- SJHHS parking lot opens at 3:30 (pass required) - To park on campus the day of graduation, all cars that enter must have a graduation parking pass. This is not the school issued parking passes that students purchased to park on campus throughout the year. Cars will be directed where to park. All drop off passengers must use the shuttle service. There is no passenger drop off or graduate drop off at SJHHS.
- Shuttles – There will be shuttle service from Mission Viejo Riding Park beginning at 3:30 PM. Shuttles will run until 5:00 PM. After the ceremony, shuttle service will run from SJHHS to the Riding Park until 8:00 PM.
- Handicap Parking – There is Handicap parking for persons with disabilities available on our campus. Handicap parking will consume your 1 parking pass that is given and spots are limited.
- Drop-Off - There will be no student or passenger drop off at SJHHS. All drop off and Uber/Lyft drop off will be at the Riding Park. Those dropped off will be shuttled in.
COMMONLY ASKED GRADUATION QUESTIONS!
COMMONLY ASKED GRADUATION QUESTIONS!![]()
COMMONLY ASKED GRADUATION QUESTIONS!
DO GRADUATES HAVE TO TAKE THE SHUTTLE TO ARRIVE AT GRADUATION?
Yes. All graduates are required to shuttle in from the Rancho Viejo Riding Park at 3pm. This ensures on time and safe arrival of all graduates.
WHAT CAN WE NOT BRING TO GRADUATION?
Umbrellas, balloons, coolers, and air horns or other loud noise makers are not allowed in the stadium. Umbrellas/balloons can obstruct views, coolers are unnecessary, and air horns can be uncomfortable to those around.
WHEN DO WE RECEIVE OUR GRADUATION TICKETS, OUR 1 PARKING PASS, AND CAPS & GOWNS?
Cap and gown pickup along with graduation ticket pickup is June 3rd in the Badlands Stadium from 1:45-2:15pm. Make sure all debts are cleared and chromebooks returned. Anyone owing debts will not receive their gown/tickets.
CAN I ARRIVE EARLY AND SAVE SEATS OR WAIT IN LINE?
No, the stadium is shut down until the parking lot opens 1 hour prior to the start of the ceremony. Any blankets/chairs that make it into the stadium prior will be swept.
WE HAVE A PERSON WITH DISABILITIES AND NEED HANDICAP PARKING, DOES THAT COUNT AS MY 1 PARKING PASS?
Yes, every graduate receives 1 parking pass to park on campus. Handicap parking is limited and on a first come first serve basis.
WILL THERE BE ACCESSIBLE SEATING FOR PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES AT THE EVENT?
Yes, there will be seating for persons with disabilities and their families on the track. Like parking, this is limited, and on a first come first serve basis.
WILL ANYTHING BE DONE ABOUT THE WEATHER?
The weather cannot be controlled. Early June can be hot and or can be gloomy. Check the weather prior to the event and dress accordingly. Hats and sunscreen are highly recommended.
CAN MY GRADUATE WEAR LEIS AND OTHER SORTS OF REGALIA DURING THE CEREMONY?
Only school provided/approved regalia may be worn during the ceremony. This regalia is distributed during senior awards and consists of cords, stoles, and medals that are directly related to and approved by SJHHS. Leis can be given to graduates after the ceremony and look great in pictures! Students requesting to wear cultural regalia during the ceremony must get prior approval from ASB.
WHAT SHOULD I WEAR UNDER MY GOWN AND ON MY FEET?
Clothes and shoes! After graduation there will be pictures taken by family/friends. Think about what you want to wear under your gown that will make family happy during pictures. This is a dignified ceremony and it is suggested that graduates wear dresses and dress clothes. Absolutely no heels on the turf! The heels will not only poke holes in the turf, but they will also get stuck and you may fall. Flats or wedges are recommended.
WILL THERE BE A PHOTOGRAPHER TAKING PICTURES OF GRADUATES RECEIVING THEIR DIPLOMAS?
Yes! South Coast Photographic will be taking a still shot of each graduate holding the diploma and another shot of the student receiving the diploma on stage.
WILL WE BE ABLE TO COME ONTO THE FIELD AND TAKE PICTURES AFTER THE CEREMONY?
The graduates will do a recession out of the back of the stadium at the end of the ceremony and pick up their diplomas. Parents/guests will exit the front of the stadium and wait for their graduate outside of the stadium and gym area. The stadium will not be available after the ceremony.