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Moving into Grade 12 Information​

Important Grad Dates & Other Information can be found HERE​ 

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​CONVOCATION

Graduation Convocation will take place ​on Wednesday June 24, 2026 at 9:30AM

Location: Club Regent Event Centre (1425 Regent Ave W)

There is no cost for Convocation Guest Tickets - grads do not need a ticket

GRAD DINNER & DANCE​

Grad Dinner & Dance will take place on Thursday June 25, 2026

Location: Victoria Inn- 1808 Wellington Ave

Table Reservation dates: TBD

· Table selection is going to be done TBD

· Tickets must be purchased through School Cash Online before students make their table selection.

· The Table Reservation Form must also be completed online before students can choose their table. This form includes information about meal selection and allergies, as well as number of seats needed. Table Reservation Form is not currently available.

· Tables can hold a maximum of 11 people, but there is no limit on the number of guests

· Students wanting to sit with other students must come together to choose their table​

Ticket Sales for Dinner Reception – TBD

· Tickets are $ TBD (typically around $85) per person, non-refundable (graduate must also purchase a ticket)

· Tickets must be purchased through School Cash Online

· Tickets can only be purchased in one transaction. If you require additional tickets after your initial purchase or wish to order your tickets in two separate installments, please contact Corinnea Normandeau at corinnea.normandeau@sjasd.ca or (204) 888-8930.

· There is no limit to the number of tickets purchased per student

· Tickets are available online from TBD

CAP & GOWN RENTAL 

All cap & gown rentals must be done on School Cash Online​ or please contact Mrs. Normandeau

$35 payment due January 31st, 2026​

GOWNS FOR GRADS

Gowns for Grads is a volunteer-run organization. Gowns for Grads collects donations of formal gowns, evening bags, & jewelry which are re-distributed to Manitoba High School Diploma graduates, or Mature Student Diploma graduates, who are facing financial challenges. Every student deserves to enjoy their grad day.

Please reach out to Mrs. Peters, Mrs. Goetz, or Mrs. Mymryk BEFORE MARCH 2026 if you are interested in this service.

Eph Apparel is coming to meet with Grade 12 students Tuesday February 10th at 11:40AM

SENIOR SHIRTS/ GRAD WEAR

​https://jtc.peeluniforms.store/​

GRADWEAR

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https://jtcgradwear.itemorder.com/shop/home/​

Gradwear orders are due February 22nd, 2026​

FUNDRAISING

All Grad Fundraisers will be posted here

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GRAD COMMITTEE MEETINGS:

Monday January 19th in Ms. Peters’ room at 12:05​

GRAD THEME VOTING:

This is the parent-organized and supervised celebration held immediately after the Graduation Dinner.  Students must attend the Graduation Dinner in order to attend Safe Grad.  We will need parents/guardians to volunteer.  Contact:   jtsafegrad@gmail.com​​

https://schedule.prestigeportraits.ca​

Grad Photo Information 2026​

General Information:

Schedule Your Photo Appointment: Book online for your designated school dates. Simply search by your schools Postal Code: R2Y 0H4, enter your schools name, and enter your name as it appears in the school’s records. If your name doesn’t appear, please contact Customer Service at 1-888-676-1647 for assistance.

**Note: Due to allergies, animals are not permitted at any grad ph​oto sessions**

JOSTENS GRAD RINGS

​​​​*Click photo to be redirected to the Jostens website.

Jostens is offering a $60 discount on high school class jewelry from February 1st to March 14^th (excludes basic options P rings)​

How to Redeem: Use code SAVEBIGCAN at checkout or shop via this link: https://www.jostens.com/apps/store/customer/1113775/John-Taylor-Collegiate/​

Jostens Promo Information​

GRAD POWWOW

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Each May SJASD holds a Divisional Grad Pow Wow.  Students who are self-declared will automatically be sent an invitation in the Spring.  

We encourage our Indigenous & Metis families to fill out their self-declaration forms as many opportunities, scholarships & experiences will come up over the year.  

Typically held at Sturgeon Heights Collegiate- 2665 Ness Ave

GRAD WALK

Grads have an opportunity to walk the halls of their old Elementary & Middle Schools.  Sign up information will come out end of May.

Fun Idea for Thought.... Bring along a photo of you from elementary and/or middle school. Might be a fun side-by-side photo opportunity while taking pictures with your old teachers!​

GRADE 12 INDIGENOUS GRAD COACH