Last Day of School

On an eighth graders last day of school, students practice for graduation ceremonies, clean out their desk and lockers, watch a memory highlight video prepared by a parent volunteer, and celebrate! Eighth grade students are dismissed shortly after 2:30 p.m. for a celebratory final walk-out. Parents are encouraged to make signs and cheer students on as they leave St. Michael School for the last time as a student.

Graduation Attire

Males:
  • Button up shirt and tie
  • Dress slacks
  • Dress shoes
  • Sport/Suit coats are optional
Females
  • Dress of appropriate length and modesty
  • Or, slacks with button up shirt
  • Sleeveless tops require cardigan or jacket
  • Dress shoes with appropriate heel height for graceful standing and walking
  • No shorts or jeans are allowed.
  • Girls should bring the shoes they are wearing to graduation for last day of school rehearsal. 
  • If shoes are brand new, please put a piece of masking tape on the sole so they do not slide on the tile flooring.

Graduation Ceremonies

Student Arrival: 4:45 p.m.
From 4:45-5:25 p.m. last minute preparations are being made and parents have the ability to take individual photos with students, family, and friends in church.
Group Photo: 5:30 p.m.
At 5:30 p.m. a group photo for the graduating class will be taken. If you are late, your student will not be featured in this photo. Parents will also have an opportunity to take pictures at this time.
Opening Procession: 5:45 p.m.
Students are instructed on where to sit and pews will be marked.
Mass: 6:00 p.m.
The celebration of Mass has been planned by the students. Following Mass will be a presentation of diplomas and awards.

Awards

It is an honor to bestow upon graduates who have displayed a high level of achievement during their time at St. Michael School the following awards:
Presidential Award for Academic Excellence
Recognizes academic success in the classroom
Determination: Principal Discretion
Sons of the American Revolution Award
Recognizes civic responsibility and duty
Determination: Peer Nomination
Knights of Columbus Award
Recognizes service to the community
Determination: Peer Nomination

Scholarships

Students from St. Michael Parish School have access to some of the best Catholic high schools in Ohio. Unfortunately, they come with a heavy price to attend. Students can help alleviate the financial burden by achieving scholarships. The following scholarships are awarded by St. Michael Parish entities:
Spirit of St. Michael Scholarship
Value: $700
Awards Given: 2; 1 female, 1 male
Criteria: Strong academics, Dynamic Parish presence
Determination: Teacher & Faculty Observation
Funded by: St. Michael Parent Teacher Organization
Leadership Achievement Scholarship
Value: $450
Awards Given: 2; 1 female, 1 male
Criteria: Communication, Decision-making, Motivation, Leadership Style
Determination: Teacher & Faculty Observation
Funded by: St. Michael Parent Teacher Organization
Virtue Scholarship
Value: $300
Awards Given: 2; 1 female, 1 male
Criteria: Courage, Compassion, Generosity, Integrity, Morals
Determination: Teacher & Faculty Observation
Funded by: St. Michael Parent Teacher Organization
Vi Schmidt Scholarship
Value: $500
Awards Given: 2
Criteria: Community Service, Parish Service
Determination: Teacher Observation
Funded by: Vi Schmidt Scholarship Fund c/o St. Michael Parent Teacher Organization
Kevin Le Scholarship
Value: $1000
Awards Given: 2; 1 female, 1 male
Criteria: Hard-working, Optimism, Kindness
Determination: Teacher & Faculty Observation
Funded by: Kevin Le Scholarship Fund
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