Senior Information

May 25, 2021 is the last day of school for RHS seniors.

• 11:00am- Seniors' last day (unless you have classes to complete)
• 11:30am - Enhanced Senior Picnic at Clintonwood Park (ticket required, no admission at the door.)

Updated May 10, 2021

• Don't forget to come pick up your cap and gown at RHS! Pick-up is at 10am on your last day of school May 25, 2021.

Updated May 10, 2021

Ticket sales for the  "Ama21ng" enhanced Senior Picnic are now closed. No tickets will be sold at the door. 

April 14, 2021

Immediately following the Senior Walk on May 25, seniors are invited to Clintonwood Park where they will enjoy an "Ama21ng" enhanced Senior Picnic. This enhanced Senior Picnic will replace the traditional Grad Night Party, which is not feasible due to indoor gathering restrictions. Picnic guests will enjoy individually packaged food and drinks, games, sports (like volleyball), and other activities from 11am-3pm. Tickets may be purchased through Friday, May 7. No tickets will be sold at the door.

Graduating seniors' final walk through the halls occurs at 12:30pm on Wednesday, May 26.  Parents and family members are welcome! 

• 11:30AM - Graduates arrive at Renaissance for the Senior Walk (Parents are welcome to be in the parking lot for their Seniors' final exit from the building).

The Class of 2021 will have the opportunity to showcase their individuality and creativity by adorning their graduation caps in ways that are unique to them. Seniors, post a photo of your decorated cap on social media with the hashtag #Clarkston2021 and tag Clarkston Community Schools.

• 3:45pm - Graduates arrive at Clarkston Junior High School Performing Arts Center for Graduation Rehearsal. (Graduates Only)
• 5:30pm - Graduates, families and friends arrive at the north side of Renaissance High School for an Outdoor Dinner and Awards Ceremony.  Each senior may bring up to six guests, please RSVP to 248-623-8060 with your number of guests so we can make dinner preparations.  Each family will have their own table to enjoy some time together during a meal and celebrating success.  We will also honor our outstanding seniors with awards at this time.  Winship Studios will be on hand to take pictures and provide online access if you choose to purchase any. 
• 6:45pm - Graduates, families and friends arrive at Clarkston Junior High School Performing Arts Center for 7pm Commencement. 

On Saturday, June 5 from 1pm-4pm, graduates will be invited to decorate their caps and cars to participate in a Commencement Cruise around Clarkston with stops at all of our school campuses, as well as favorite photo destinations around town, like Depot Park. The community will be encouraged to paint the town blue and gold.  Visit www.clarkston.k12.mi.us/cruise2021 for all of the details and information about how families, friends, neighbors and local businesses can get involved! 

Class of 2021 Commencement Cruise Website

Updated MAY 10, 2021

The Senior Executive Board is planning a free “Senior Send-Off” bonus experience on Saturday, June 5. During the Commencement Cruise, outdoor areas of the Clarkston High School campus will remain open for seniors to stop by on a drop-in basis between 1pm and 4pm. There will be music, photo back-drops, and other fun surprises. Seniors are welcome to dress up (or come as you are!) and take photos with friends.

Updated May 10, 2021

Memory Books are available for sale. The cost is $25 (order ASAP as a limited number are available).  Payment can be made through the office.   

Updated May 10, 2021

• The Clarkston Coalition for Youth is sponsoring its second "You've Been Capped" Campaign. If you would like to participate, please complete the link below and share a special memory or well wishes for a member of the graduating class.  Clarkston Coalition for Youth "You've Been Capped Campaign."
• Senior parents have created a Facebook group for the Clarkston community to Adopt-a-Senior, show support and celebrate them. Nominate your senior at CHS & RHS Adopt a Senior.
• CHS stadium lights and scoreboard will be illuminated in honor of the Class of 2021 from June 3-7.
• Congratulatory signage will adorn the CHS & RHS campus, district marquees, and in downtown Clarkston.
• Each graduate's name and photo will be featured in a special edition of the Clarkston News and in Clarkston Living magazine.
• Personalized written well-wishes from current and former teachers will be mailed to each graduate along with a congratulatory letter from the Superintendent.