- Ashland High School
- Guest Information
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Family and Guest Information
Families are welcome (and encouraged) to attend both Class Day and Graduation.
Class Day is our scholarship and award ceremony, and the entire school community is present. It is an excellent time for our younger students to see what lies ahead for them.
Graduation is a ceremony focused on celebrating the graduating students and awarding their diplomas. The Class Day and Graduation ceremonies will be held in the AHS gymnasium. Seating for both ceremonies is unlimited. Should the weather be unusually warm, additional seating will be available in the auditorium, where both Class Day and Graduation will be live-streamed. WACA TV live streams both Class Day and Graduation for anyone who cannot attend.
We’ve included several of the most frequently asked questions about graduation and Class Day below. Should you have additional questions, please contact the Principal's Office.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Do you require tickets for guests?
Both Class Day and the graduation ceremony will be held in the AHS gym. We do not require tickets or limit the number of attendees.
Seating is general admission - meaning all seats are available to guests as they arrive.
Please keep in mind that some sections of seating may be designated as reserved to accommodate our ASL, ADA, and other guests. Please ask for assistance upon arrival so an APS student volunteer can guide you to the appropriate reserved sections. Families needing ADA or ASL support should contact Jessica Blank at jblank@ashland.k12.ma.us.
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How can I order graduation pictures?
Lifetouch is our official photographer. Families wishing to order and purchase pictures will be given more details as we approach the event.
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I need an accommodation. How can I request it?
Guests needing ADA or ASL support should contact Jessica Blank at jblank@ashland.k12.ma.us.
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What is the exit/dimissal procedure?
Guests are asked to remain seated until all graduates have exited via the recessional. Graduates are encouraged to meet up with their families and guests outside the gymnasium.
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What is your bag policy?
We encourage you to celebrate all graduating students while respecting our facilities, faculty, staff and guests. For safety purposes, the following will not be allowed into the gym:
- Food and drinks, except for bottled water
- Cigarettes/vapes
- Alcohol
- Laser pointers
- Noisemakers or air horns
- Drones
- Balloons, confetti, powder, large posters and streamers
- Glitter (thrown, displayed, or worn)
- Firearms, explosives or weapons of any kind
- Any item deemed inappropriate for the event by APS staff
Please note: Failure to comply with the guidelines may result in ejection from the venue.
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When do doors open?
Guest doors will open one hour before the graduation ceremony.
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Where can guests park?
Parking is free and available on a first-come, first-serve basis. Accessible parking spots as well as a designated drop-off area are located in front of the building.
