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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

*Tickets must be reserved on SchoolCash Online​

*Convocation Ticket pick up will be during the Cap & Gown Pick Up Day (June 22nd from 9AM-11AM)

GRAD DINNER & DANCE (SAFE GRAD)​

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

Doors open at 7:00PM

Location: Victoria Inn- 1808 Wellington Ave​

Table Sales for Dinner Reception: March 16th- May 21st, 2026​

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

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

· 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.

· The Table Reservation Form must 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 open March 16th- May 21st, 2026.

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

Table Selection for Dinner Reception – May 21st & May 22nd​ at lunch hour in Room 109

· 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 open March 16th- May 21st, 2026.

· 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.

· 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​​

CAP & GOWN INFORMATION

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

$35 payment due January 31st, 2026​

PICK UP:  Cap & Gown Pick up will be Monday June 22nd, 2026 from 9AM - 11AM at JT in the Front Link.

Students will receive a cap, gown, & V-Stole. All three pieces must be brought by the student to the convocation ceremony.  We do not have any back-up pieces for students to borrow.

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.

Grade 12 Grads: Please reach out to Mrs. Goetz by February 28th if you are interested in this service.

Grade 12+ Grads: Please reach out to Mrs. Brophy by February 28th if you are interested in this service.​

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​

CONVOCATION WRITE UP

FUNDRAISING

All Grad Fundraisers will be posted here 

GRAD COMMITTEE MEETINGS:

Thursday April 16th 11AM in the Theatre​

GRAD THEME VOTING:

· This is the parent-organized and supervised celebration held immediately after the Graduation Dinner.  Students (& their Guest if they choose to bring one) must attend the Graduation Dinner in order to attend Safe Grad.  

· Parents must sign their child into 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 up to $100 off on high school class jewelry valid until April 19th, 2026 (excludes basic options P rings)​

How to Redeem: Use code RINGSEASONCAN 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.

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GRAD WALK

Grads have an opportunity to walk the halls of their old Elementary & Hedges Middle School.  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!​

Tuesday June 23rd, 2026.  Meet at John Taylor for 9:30AM in your Cap & Gown.

GRADE 12 INDIGENOUS GRAD COACH