STRONG & PROUD - GRADUATION
We're Finally Here, Let's Cross the Finish Line Together!
This weekend, we will finally cap off this historic school year with our Kenmore East and Kenmore West graduation ceremonies. As these were planned as outdoor events on Saturday and Sunday, we have been keeping a very close eye on the weather forecast. We already had contingency plans in case of rain, but forecasts became especially threatening in recent days.
Based on the most recent information we have available from the National Weather Service, it has become clear that the rain would make it extremely challenging to hold the Kenmore East Graduation outdoors on Saturday. Because of the temperatures that are forecasted and the fact that our auditoriums are not air conditioned, it is not advisable to shift the event indoors on Saturday. Instead, we will utilize Kenmore East’s rain date (11 a.m. Sunday, June 27 at Adams Field) and keep Kenmore West’s celebration as scheduled at 2 p.m. on Sunday, June 27 at Crosby Field.
Even though there is a low chance of rain on Sunday, heat is expected to be a significant factor. It is extremely important that everyone in attendance is prepared for the high temperatures and humidity. A breeze is expected but it will be very hot and humid, especially on the turf. Dress appropriately, bring water (coolers are acceptable but will be subject to inspection), and carefully consider your footwear because of the heat that will be absorbed by the turf. And a reminder: No one should have any type of a heel on the turf surface.
We expect everyone to be respectful of other students and guests by maintaining proper decorum at all times during the ceremony. As was discussed last week, only unvaccinated individuals will need to wear a mask but may remove the mask at their seat. Masks are optional for vaccinated individuals. Schools will not be confirming vaccination status so we are relying upon families to follow the guidance. Graduations will be livestreamed via YouTube Live. You will be able to access the livestream on our website at www.ktufsd.org/graduation. On this page you will find a link for both schools which will take you to a dedicated page that will include the livestream. You could also watch this directly through our YouTube account (@ktufsd). These videos can be viewed at any time after the ceremonies.
For Kenmore East’s graduation, parking will be available at Franklin and overflow parking will be available at Kenmore East with shuttle service to Adams Field. For Kenmore West’s graduation, street parking is available as well as parking in the Lindbergh lot which is only a 1-block walk from Crosby Field. Overflow parking will be available at Kenmore West with shuttle service to Crosby Field. For both ceremonies, families using the shuttle service should drop their graduates off at the field first. Due to close seating arrangements on our school buses and in accordance with public transportation requirements, all shuttle riders will be required to wear a mask, regardless of vaccination status.
