UNIVERSAL ORLANDO GRAD BASH

DATE: April 13th 2018 TIME OF DEPARTURE FROM FWHS: 3:00PM TIME OF RETURN 5:00AM

Dear senior class of 2018, It’s that time of year to begin the preparation for Grad Bash 2018 to Universal studios. This letter is designed to inform you about the eligibility requirements, payment options, and hopefully answer any questions you might have.

What is Universal Grad Bash? Grad Bash '18 is going to be an amazing non-stop party with live performances from some of today's hottest stars. Celebrating seniors can hit the dance zones, see some of music's biggest names live in concert, and make unforgettable memories with their friends all night long.

Eligibility Requirements to represent FWHS at Universal Studios, there are some eligibility requirements that students must meet to be allowed to go on the trip. These stipulations are important, once you have reserved your spot on the trip money can not be refunded. Please consider the following: No student will be allowed to attend if they have More than one ‘F’ in a core subject, in the previous semester of the school year More than 12 unexcused absences, for the entire school year More than 2 (total) referrals from the beginning of semester 2 until the trip ( no severe infractions) OSS from the beginning of semester 2 until the trip

What is the cost of this trip The cost of the trip per student is $170.00. To reserve your spot a NONREFUNDABLE down payment of $40.00 is due by December 15th 2017. If you fail to make the $40.00 nonrefundable down payment by that date you will not be eligible to attend. The final payment of $130 includes the cost of the ticket, the charter bus to and from the theme park, food at the pre-party. Payment for the trip may be broken down into payments with final payment due no later than Wednesday January 31st. Payments can be made in cash or checks to FWHS with student name in the memo line.

Can Parents chaperone this trip? Space for parent chaperones will be limited. If your parent is interested please have them contact Mrs. Grunder immediately (grundera@columbiak12.com) as seats are on a first come basis. Please know that every possible precaution will be taken for the safety of your child and adequate chaperone coverage will be provided by teachers and park security.

What do I have to do to reserve my spot? Pay either a nonrefundable deposit of $40, or for the trip in full ($170) by Dec. 15, 2017

ATTENTION SENIORS AND SENIOR PARENTS:

Yearbook Bio information sheets are due back to Julie Cannon no later than September 15. Baby pictures that you would like included in that section of the yearbook are to be submitted no later than November 15. In addition, if you plan to purchase a senior ad in the yearbook, the payment and information to be included in the ad must be received by December 15. Deadlines will be adhered to, due to yearbook submission deadlines with the publishing company. No extensions will be made.

Seniors received the information sheets with deadlines at the senior class meeting and this information can also be found here on our website in the next message block.

If you have any questions, please contact Julie Cannon.