1. Grad Bash Tickets on Sale: After School in Activities
Jan 25 & 26
$142 cash
After School in Activities

2. Senior Meeting for
Grad BASH 2017

3. Dress Code
Pay attention!!

4. Dress Code Not OK’d
Clothing affiliated with any school, sports team, group, club, etc. (ex: letterman jackets, clothing with school logos, etc.)
Gang paraphernalia, jewelry, tattoos, clothing or other insignias of any kind
Clothing or accessories with area codes
Visible undergarments
Clothing with visible tears, holes, and shredding
Belts, wallet chains, or jewelry of any kind containing spikes
Extremely revealing clothing including: bathing suit tops, bottoms, or see-through clothing of any kind
Any clothing deemed inappropriate at a school function
Guys may not wear tank tops or undershirts

5. Dress Code Not OK’d
Clothing with language or graphics that are obscene, offensive or suggestive of sexual, vulgar, drug, alcohol, or tobacco-related messaging
Hats and other head attire
Jeans
Flip Flops
Tights as pants
All backpacks, briefcases, hip packs, camera bags, tote bags, and oversized purses larger than 8.5" x 11"
Weapons, knives, laser pointers, and chemical irritants of any kind. Aerosol cans/bottles of any type
Guys and girls may not wear basketball shorts of any kind
Girls may not wear tube tops, tube top dresses, one-shoulder shirts or any off the shoulder dresses of any kind

6. Dress Code OK’d
Dresses, skirts, capris or Bermuda shorts, no shorter three fingers above the knee.
Shirts with sleeves (golf/polo, dress shirts with sleeves),
Casual pants
Casual blouses and tops with sleeves at least three inches wide
Comfortable, clean shoes (including clean tennis shoes, dress sandals, flats, boat shoes, and boots)
Purses/ bags no larger than 8.5" x 11“ (All bags will be searched)
All bottoms secured at waist

7. Day Of Info
Pay attention!!

8. Attendance
All students must be present in per 1-3 on April 21 in order to attend Grad Bash.
Doctor’s appointments will not be accepted as an excuse. (Plan ahead!!!)
NO EXCEPTIONS WILL BE MADE!
Refunds cannot be made for students who do not attend Grad Bash because of class absence on April 21, 2017.

9. Car Parking The Senior lot will be available for overnight parking.
Parking is very limited. You must have a decal to park.
Miami Palmetto cannot guarantee the safety of your car.
Do not leave valuables on seat(s) of car.
It is recommended to have a parent/friend drop you off and pick you up.
If you do not have a decal, see Mr. Menedez.

10. Departure Meet in the gym by 11:10 AM (after first lunch).
Students who are late will be left. No refunds for students who miss their bus.
You should be back on Saturday at approximately 8 A.M. Please let your parents know to be there on time! You will keep in touch on the road.
Only students traveling in official Miami Palmetto Senior High Grad Bash buses will be admitted into Universal.
No students will be allowed on the buses until a chaperone arrives.
YOU MUST BRING A PICTURE ID TO CHECK IN BOARD YOUR BUS.

11. Departure CONT’D Refer to the Grad Bash Dress Code.
No water bottles and/or snacks allowed in the park.
Inappropriate attire can cause you to lose hours of time in the park!
Plan on the possibility of cold weather. A sweater or light coat might be a good idea. Also, bring a poncho if you have one, rain is ALWAYS possible.
Universal has a NO-SMOKING POLICY during Grad Bash. Don’t bring cigarettes, e-cigarettes, over the counter medication, or illegal substances.
Start heading towards the exit at 1:30 AM. Takes a while.
Late arrivals may result in disciplinary consequences at school.

12. Bus Behavior
Follow chaperone and bus driver instructions at all times.
No portable speakers for music. Must bring headphones to listen to your own music.
Not responsible for items left on the bus.
Students must be cooperative with both the adult and student chaperones, especially while taking attendance.
No Food or Drinks allowed on bus.
Bring age appropriate movies for the ride.

13. Food/ Drink NO FOOD OR DRINKS will be allowed on the buses.
Eat before you get on the buses. You will ALL have first lunch on the day Grad Bash.
We will stop at a service plaza (most likely Ft. Drum), but it may vary depending on traffic.
It is advisable that you bring change for the machines, as the lines do get very long and you only have 30 minutes.

14. Medications
Prescription medications are the ONLY medicines allowed into Grad Bash.
Those needing prescription medicines must bring in a note on your physician’s stationary by March 15, to Mrs. Valero. Any medication must be checked in upon entering Universal.
Over the counter medication will be confiscated. This includes bronchial inhalers if prescription hasn’t been turned in.
Anyone with Diabetic needs must include note on field trip form signed separately by parent in order to bring food on bus.
Expect a drug dog search before entering the bus!

15. Chaperone Headquarters
You can report there with any emergencies: usually at:
Universal Studios- Horror Makeup Show in Hollywood
Islands of Adventure- Circus Mcgurkus Café in Seuss Landing and Mythos Restaurant in Lost Continent
Look out for location of First Aid upon entering the parks.

16. Important Reminders
Don’t lose admission ticket. It will be given to you as you get off bus.
Get or download a map when you arrive.
SMOKING IS NOT ALLOWED!!!
Take note of where you need to exit at the end of the night. It will be on your wristband!
Ride the popular rides first: ex. Rip Ride Rocket and Harry Potter.

17. Important Reminders CONT’D
Wait until late in the evening to buy large souvenirs. Rest stops do not have “official gear”.
Undercover officers are located throughout the park.
Tickets are not refundable…no exceptions!!! This includes violations of code of conduct or attendance contracts. This trip is a reward, NOT A RIGHT!
Don’t sell tickets…they will be absolutely worthless.

18. Sales
Pay attention!!

19. Sale Information Wednesday and Thursday the 25th and 26th
After School in room 307
We will CLOSE at 4:00pm
Bring $142 exact change
You can pay online through the student portal. Online sales will take place from 1/19/17-1/25/17

20. What to bring to sales… Field Trip form, signed completely!
$142 cash or printed receipt from online sales
Bus Lists:
You must be in line with everyone you want on your bus. We will fill up buses consecutively.
50 student max on each bus.

21. Lastly…
Be smart! Remember: You are on a school field trip… that comes with consequences for bad behavior!
Don’t like the rules? Do not go!
Tickets may sell out, once they’re gone… they are GONE!
But of course, be ready for an amazing night!

22. Remember:
This slide presentation is on the Student Activities section of the school website to refer back to.
REVIEW IT!