Class of 2027 Senior Newsletter
Please review the information regarding graduation requirements. The decisions you make now will have an effect on your participation in May's ceremony. If you have any questions or concerns, please meet with an administrator or your guidance counselor immediately.
Requirements for a South Carolina High School Diploma
The student must earn at least twenty-four (24) units of credit as follows:
English/language arts – 4
Mathematics – 4
Science – 3
US History – 1
Economics – ½
Government – ½
Other social studies – 1
PE or ROTC – 1
Computer science – 1
Foreign language or career center – 1
Electives – 7
Be sure you review your own transcript to ensure that you have all your required credits. If you do not complete the diploma requirements, including seat time, you will not be allowed to walk at graduation.
Newberry High School Commencement Participation Policies
Please read these policies carefully and understand that all students are expected to abide by them throughout the school year.
Students must successfully complete all courses required for the diploma.
Students who attend an extended semester program to make up missed time or to pass a course after its completion during the second semester will not be allowed to participate in commencement.
Seniors must pay ALL fees prior to commencement.
Seniors are required to attend graduation practice the day prior to graduation.
Seniors are expected to abide by the NHS commencement dress code for all events.
Only Newberry School District approved/issued cords and stoles may be worn.
No decorations of any kind will be allowed on caps or gowns.
Order your Class of 2027 senior yard signs at
vipdecals.com
! See the August newsletter online for more information!
Important Dates for the Class of 2026
Fall 2026
August 24th – September 18th
Senior Exit IGP Meetings
Emails will be sent to parent/guardian email on August 16th.
Monday, September 21st
Jostens Senior Premiere
NHS Auditorium —
11:15 a.m.
Thursday, September 24th
College Application Day
NHS Media Center — All Day
Thursday, October 1st
Jostens Orders Due
You must pay a $60 deposit with your order.
Tuesday, October 13th
Senior Picture Make-up Day
See your email in September to sign up!
Thursday, October 15th
Senior Celebration Day!
NHS Auditorium
You will receive your senior celebration items.
Monday, March 1st
Cap & Gown Delivery
NHS Auditorium —
11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
You must pay your balance to get your supplies!
Monday, May 24th
Graduation Practice
NHS Gymnasium/Mike Ware Field —
10:00 a.m.
ARRIVE by
9:45
Report to the gym and find your assigned seat. Wear casual, comfortable, school-appropriate clothing.
Tuesday, May 25th
Commencement Exercises
Mike Ware Field —
8:00 a.m.
Report to the gym by
7:00 a.m.
Newberry High School Commencement Dress Code
You should wear the following under your cap and gown for each event:
Females:
Church dress (or plain black dress pants) that complies with the school dress code; dresses should not hang below the length of the gown.
BLACK dress shoes (no flip flops – flats are strongly recommended)
Males:
Dark navy or black dress slacks (NO JEANS OR KHAKIS)
White, collared, button-down dress shirt
Dark, navy, or black PLAIN tie
Black dress shoes, dark socks (NO FLIP FLOPS OR TENNIS SHOES)
If you have dress code questions or concerns, you should contact the main office or Ms. Hartness immediately.
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