Hello Seniors and KHS Families!
Graduation is getting closer, and several celebratory events are approaching on the calendar! This is a special time of year for our seniors, as they are enjoying their final days as a student in the Kennett Consolidated School District. There is no question that this school year has been challenging, demanding, and frustrating, but our senior class has persevered in spite of the adversity. With decreasing COVID cases and the number of individuals with COVID vaccinations increasing, we are able to offer a multitude of senior celebrations for our deserving graduates. As we get closer to these events, I wanted to take a moment to remind everyone of everything to look forward to for our senior class!
Finally, please note that a letter will be sent home next week that includes the specific details and parameters for our graduation ceremony. Please be on the lookout for this information for your planning purposes.
Thank you,
Jeremy Hritz, Ed.D.
Principal, Kennett High School
KHS SENIOR EVENTS
Friday, May 28th – KHS Prom: 6:30 – 9:30 PM
Prom will be offered to Kennett High School junior and senior students outdoors at Kennett High School, utilizing multiple locations such as the stadium and the gymnasium. Adapting to the parameters established for safety, students will be able to experience a prom event in which they can socialize, dance (safely and socially distant) in a fun, outdoor environment.
Thursday, June 3rd – KHS Awards Night: 6:00 PM
Each year, Kennett High School recognizes students who have excelled in multiple areas, such as academics, leadership, athletics, and extracurricular activities. Students who are receiving an award will be sent an invitation to this event in which they will receive their award as presented by high school staff and administrators. This event will be held in the stadium this year.
Monday, June 7th – KHS Senior Stroll
The Senior Stroll will take place this year in a unique form! On Monday, June 7th, the elementary schools and the middle school will be open for our graduating seniors to visit and to see their former teachers. Students may visit the school(s) they attended. Kennett Middle School will be open from 2:45 to 3:45 PM, Mary D. Lang will be open from 3:15 to 4:15 PM, while all of the other elementary schools will be open from 3:45 to 4:45 PM. We encourage our seniors to visit their former schools, as their teachers and principals look forward to seeing them again!
Tuesday, June 8th – Baccalaureate: 5:00 PM
Prior to the Senior Dinner Dance, we will be holding an outdoor Baccalaureate ceremony in celebration of our senior class from 5:00 – 6:00 PM in the stadium. Students who would like to attend will have to sign up in advance for planning purposes. More information to come!
Tuesday, June 8th – KHS Senior Dinner Dance @ The Creamery: 6:30 – 9:30 PM
We are excited to announce that our Senior Dinner Dance will be held this year at The Creamery in Kennett Square, located in close proximity to the high school. At the Dinner Dance, students will have the opportunity to socialize with their classmates, enjoy each other’s company, and watch the annual Senior Video produced by the Senior Class.
Wednesday, June 9th – Last Day of School for Seniors
The final day of instruction for our seniors is June 9th. The KCSD journey comes to an end!
Friday, June 11th– Graduation: 6:00 PM
Graduation will be held on the front steps of Kennett High School and more information will be sent out next week regarding the specifics of the event. All seniors will attend graduation rehearsal at 7:40 AM the morning of the event to prepare for the evening ceremony. Please note that attendance to rehearsal is mandatory in order to walk and participate in the graduation ceremony.
