Class of 2024
January 1, 2024 2024-01-25 12:19Class of 2024
Advisor | Ms. Hills | Email | @dbhs.classof2024
Graduation Information
Graduation for the Class of 2024 will take place on Tuesday, June 4, 2024 at 2:00 p.m. at Nova Southeastern University. Students who are graduating will receive 4 tickets for the ceremony. Graduates are to go immediately to their seats upon arrival pending instructions.
• Watch the Class of 2024 graduate LIVE at Rick Case Arena at the Don Taft University Center on the Nova Southeastern University’s Davie Campus by Clicking HERE or archived here for future viewing. Please feel free to share this information with friends and family who will not be able to attend graduation in person. There will be zero cost for this service.
• Cap and gown concerns contact Jostens 1.800.567.8367
• Graduation ceremony concerns contact Mr. Smith Email
• Pictures with diplomas concerns contact Grad Images Laura Jones 850.906.3567
The Broward Graduation Survey is about senior’s plans after high school and their overall experience. Students will be required to answer questions about where they plan to attend college, colleges they have applied to, number of college acceptance, and other questions of the sort. The deadline to complete the survey will be the week of May 27th, and no exceptions will be made.
Parents are to be reminded that:
* All prohibited items are listed here like N.S.U.’s no bag policy.
* There are no balloons, no seat saving and disabled seating is limited.
* Everyone regardless of age (babies included) must have a ticket to get into the Stadium to view the program. Students should be informed “No Ticket, No Entrance. Period!!”
* Cameras are allowed but no one may stand or leave their seats to take pictures. This disrupts the flow of the ceremony and blocks the view of others.
* Doors will open one (1) hour prior to the ceremony.
* Doors will shut and lock at the start of the processional and will not reopen until after the National Anthem.*
• MANDATORY Graduation rehearsal will be the week of May 27th. Arrive to the Auditorium no later than 9:00 a.m.
• The last day to order your cap & gown is Friday, May 3, 2024.
* FREE Parking will be at Rick Case Arena at the Don Taft University Center click HERE to see Graduates Parking Map.
Commencement Ceremony Paperwork
Graduation from high school is an important event in the lives of students, parents, and family members. It is an opportunity to celebrate the educational accomplishments of students. Deerfield Beach needs every Class of 2024 members assistance to ensure that the student’s graduation ceremony is conducted in a dignified manner. A form will placed on the seniors canvas page for students to complete and upload or they can print and turn into Student Affairs for June’s graduation ceremony.
The Graduation Decorum Letter is available in English, Spanish, Portuguese, and Creole. The form must be filled out and submitted on or before the week of May 27th.
Extra Graduation Ticket Raffle
Cap Decorating
DO: Make Your Grad Cap Special
Your graduation cap is yours and yours alone, so make it special! Share your excitement by sharing the things that mean the most to you. Add a photograph or put something that indicates your future plans. Add school colors or a motivational quote.
DO: Be Original
Show your originality. Choose items that represent you and the things you are working to achieve, but make sure you do your own thing so that no two graduation caps are the same.
DO: Have a Message
You can also choose to thank your parents, coach or a certain teacher who gave you extra time or supported you in some way outside of the classroom.
DO: Be Appropriate
While graduation cap decoration may be fun at times, it is extremely important that you avoid anything that is inappropriate. You want to show pride in yourself as well as your accomplishments. Don’t decorate your cap with any inappropriate items or words that may cost you walking in line to receive your diploma. Be tactful, be appropriate, and above all, be yourself!
* No offensive language, offensive sayings, offensive nicknames, offensive pictures or offensive lyrics
DON’T: Go Over the Top
When it comes to graduation cap decorations, simple and classic are the way to go.
* No 3D objects such as signs, stuffed animals, bells, flowers, or any object that is not horizontally level with cap
* ALL decorations MUST lay FLAT on the cap.
* Your cap CANNOT make noise. No bells, horns, or anything that makes noise
*Failure to follow these rules will result in a replacement cap being given at the cost of the student.
Graduation Dress Code
Ladies
• Black Shoes – You will be standing for long periods of time, pick your shoes wisely.
• Skirt or Dress not longer than the graduation gown.
Gentlemen
• Black Shoes
• Black Pants
• White Collard Shirt
• Dark Tie
*Failure to listening to advice can result in uncomfortable ceremony as there is a lot of walking with entry to exit of the ceremony.
Graduation Directions
Address : 3301 College Avenue Davie, FL 33314
* Parking is FREE at the Stadium click HERE to see Graduates parking layout.
Graduation will be held at Nova Southeastern University.
• Graduate Arrival – 12:30pm
• Doors Open to Public – 1:00pm
• Graduation Ceremony – 2:00pm
From I-95 Southbound
• Take exit 26 (I-595 West)
• Keep right (West) at the fork, follow signs for Interstate 595 W/Florida’s Turnpike/I-75 and merge onto I-595
• Take exit 7 (FL-84 West) toward Davie Road
• Turn left (South) onto Davie Road
• Turn right (West) onto Nova Drive
• Turn left (South) onto College Avenue
• Turn right (West) onto SW 30th Street
Graduation Requirements
Broward Graduation Survey
BRACE Advisor | Denise Cruz | [wow_icon type=”envelope”] Email
The 2023-2024 Broward Graduation Survey will open in May online.
• Seniors MUST fill out the online graduation survey before the week of May 27th deadline, listing the college they plan to attend. Then, their final transcript will be sent to this college automatically in June following graduation.
Community Service
Broward County Public Schools requires 40 Service-Learning hours for all 2024 high school graduates.
Seniors who would like to have their community service entered for scholarships or silver cord award must get the information to their School Counselor before Monday, April 15th deadline. Additional scholarship information can be obtained from the B.R.A.C.E. Advisor, Ms. Denise Cruz, as well as the Florida Department of Education website at www.floridastudentfinancialaids.org.
Diploma Options
There are several diploma options available for students:
● 24 credit Standard High School Diploma
● ACCEL 18 credit Diploma
● International Baccalaureate Curriculum
Broward County students must meet all of Florida’s High School Graduation necessities through Deerfield’s courses:
● Graduation Requirement Chart
Parents and students are encouraged to keep track of progress toward graduation by logging in to Virtual Counselor here and looking at the Graduation Progress section. Parents and students can also make an appointment to meet with their school counselor to discuss the best option for them.
Students should know their requirements and regularly monitor their progress toward earning a diploma. School counselors are available to assist students with planning for college and career readiness. Students can view an up-to-date report on their progress toward meeting graduation requirements on Virtual Counselor.
Yearbooks
2024 Sale
High school yearbooks are a great way to look back on Deerfield Beach High School experience as it will cover some of the highlights of the year with hundreds of photos relating to academic accomplishments, club activities, school sports, and special events. A yearbook is special because it captures the many fun memories of high school life and the achievements of the students. So purchase the book at the lowest price in the county for the $85.00 Winter Sale! This offer will not last long as it ends Tuesday, April 30th so purchase today online through the estore.
Memory Pages
Parents (or grandparents or friends) have the option of taking out a full-page, half-page, fourth-page, or eighth-page ad, in honor of a Class of 2024 member before Thursday, February 1st. To Purchase Senior Page, choose a size and price:
Full Page Senior Ad (9″ x 12″): $250.00
• Perfect size to focus attention on a collage of achievements, different personalized messages and several large CADY’s select scene portraits.
Half Page Senior Ad (8.5″ x 5.5″): $150.00
• Make a feature of a large CADY’s select scene portrait along with small collages of photos and personalized message(s).
1/4 Senior Ad (4.5″ x 6″): $85.00
• Amazing way to spotlight a medium CADY’s select scene portrait along with a short personalized message.
1/8 Senior Ad (4″ x 2.5″): $65.00
• Perfect highlight of a personalized short message and small CADY’s select scene portrait.
Things to include on a senior memory page are below, but if any questions email Mr. Radecki or see him in room 267.
• A personal message
Take some time to pen a personal, sentimental message for your graduate. To tell them how proud you are and why. You could even include memories, inside jokes, and nicknames.
• Photos
Including baby photos, photos of siblings, pets, grandparents, and friends. Throw in some cute and funny photos (ones that may slightly embarrass but that you cherish so much!)
• Meaningful quotes
Many times, a quote close to a senior’s heart and/or representative of who they are will be included in the ad.
Senior Pictures
Be prepared for CADY senior portrait session and use this checklist to keep track of everything needed. And if Class of 2024 member hasn’t booked their session yet, the last day to be photographed for the Reflections yearbook is Friday, December 15th. CLICK HERE TO BOOK A SESSION NOW and get started.
Upcoming Senior Activities
Grad Bash
Universal Studio’s Grad Bash is now on sale through the e-store. Class of 2024 will get a chance to party in two parks with classmates around the United States in Orlando on Saturday, April 20th for $200.00. For additional information, contact Senior Advisor Ms. Tia Hills in room 507.
Calendar of Class of 2024 Events
| Event | Date | Location | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Senior Assembly | August 29 | Second Period | DBHS Auditorium | Free |
| Monday Homecoming Week | Bikers vs Surfers | October 16 | DBHS | Free |
| Tuesday Homecoming Week | Jersey vs Referee | October 17 | DBHS | Free |
| Wednesday Homecoming Week | Barbie & Ken | October 18 | DBHS | Free |
| Thursday Homecoming Week | Rap vs Rock | October 19 | DBHS | Free |
| Friday Homecoming Week | Black Color Wars | October 20 | DBHS | Free |
| Homecoming Game vs. Plantation | October 20 | 7:00pm | Butler Stadium | $5 |
| Homecoming Dance | October 21 | 7:00pm | DBHS Cafeteria | $50 |
| Clubs | Sports Pictures | November 3 | DBHS Gymnasium | Free |
| Midterm Exam Exemption Forms Due | December 8 | Eighth Period Period | Free |
| Senior Picture Deadline | December 15 | 267 | Mr Radecki | Variable |
| Midterm Exams | December 19 | 1st & 2nd Period | Free |
| Midterm Exams | December 20 | 3rd & 4th Period | Free |
| Midterm Exams | December 21 | 5th & 6th Period | Free |
| Midterm Exams | December 22 | 7th & 8th Period | Free |
| Senior Assembly | January 17 | Second Period | DBHS Auditorium | Free |
| Senior Assembly | January 25 | Sixth Period | DBHS Auditorium | Free |
| Universal Grad Bash Ticket Deadline | TBA | Online | $175 |
| Butler Scholarship Deadline | April 15 | 2:30pm | Online | Free |
| Community Service Deadline | TBA | 2:40 pm | School Counselor | Free |
| Graduation Participation Survey | TBA | Online | Free |
| Universal Grad Bash | April 20 | 11:00am | Universal Studios | Orlando FL | $200 |
| Destination Day | TBA | A & B Lunch | DBHS Rotunda | Free |
| Cap & Gown Orders Due | May 3 | www.jostens.com | $30 |
| Senior Awards Night | TBA | 6:00pm | DBHS Auditorium | Free |
| Prom Ticket Deadline | TBA | Online | $132 |
| Senior Assembly | TBA | DBHS Auditorium | Free |
| Senior Exam Exemption Forms Due | TBA | Seventh Period Teacher | Free |
| Prom | TBA | 7:00pm | TBA | TBA |
| Senior Exams | TBA | 3rd & 4th Period | Free |
| Senior Exams | TBA | 7th & 8th Period | Free |
| Senior Exams | TBA | 1st & 2nd Period | Free |
| Senior Exams | TBA | 5th & 6th Period | Free |
| Graduation Rehearsal | MANDATORY | TBA | 9:00am | DBHS Auditorium | Free |
| Seminars | TBA | Canvas | Free |
| Senior Decorum Letter Due | TBA | Student Affairs | Free |
| Senior Survey Due | TBA | TBA | Free |
| Cap & Gown Distribution* | TBA | Beach House | Free |
| Class of 2024 Graduation | June 4 | Nova Southeastern University | Davie | Free |
Cap & gowns tentatively will be distributed the week of May 27th at the Beach House, on the Southeast side of D.B.H.S. campus, with the following timeline schedule. Note that ALL obligations must be cleared before you can receive your cap & gown. If you have not ordered yours yet contact concerns contact Jostens.com or 1.800.567.8367. The last day to order your cap & gown is Friday, May 3, 2024.
*Week of May 27th Distribution Schedule
9:30 am – 9:30 am
9:30 am – 10:00 am
10:30 am – 11:00 am
11:00 am – 11:30 am
11:30 am – 12:00 pm
12:00 pm – 12:30 pm
Last Names A-C
Last Names D-G
Last Names H-L
Last Names M-Q
Last Names R-Z
Any Names A-Z
BCPS Equipment Return
*Failure to return items will result in being put on an obligation list which means seniors will not receive their diploma.
Attendance and Grades
Attendance
Deerfield Beach High’s teachers will record student attendance in each scheduled class period.
● PRESENT: The student must be present and on time to Deerfield Beach High classroom. (P)
● TARDY: Students who are late to their teacher’s scheduled class will be recorded in Pinnacle as Tardy Unexcused (TU)
● ABSENT: Students who are not present for any part of the school day or the scheduled class must be recorded as Absent (AU)
*Parents are expected to report absences with this simplify method click here.
Canvas App
Canvas is a Learning Management System designed to simplify teaching and learning by connecting all the digital tools teachers use in one easy place. The Canvas Parent app allows parents to engage in their children’s education by providing access to important class information.
With the Canvas Parent app, parents can
● View the list of courses where their students are enrolled. For each course, parents can see syllabus, assignments (title, due date, and instructions) and events.
● Set alerts to view course announcements and/or receive reminders for a specific assignment or event (sent to mobile devices as push notifications).
● Monitor their child’s performance on Canvas assignments (final grade reported in Pinnacle).
● The Canvas Parent app flyer or video shows the easy steps available for parents using iOS or Android devices and can easily be configured in just a few minutes.
* Student Owned Devices: allowing students to use their personally owned Wi-Fi- enabled devices to connect to the District’s BYOD Learner Experience network.
Grades
Monitor grades and assignments on Canvas and pinnacle.
● 3rd Quarter Interim Report Issued: Tuesday, February 13th
● 2nd Quarter Report Card Issued: Thursday, February 1st
To Access through BCPS app or Virtual Counselor:
1. Click http://bcps.browardschools.com/VirtualCounselor/
2. Click to log in as a “Student”
3. Type in:
Student’s ID number (i.e. 0600000000)
Birthdate (i.e. MM/DD/YYYY). Forward slashes are necessary
4. Click on Student Info Drop-down:
Select Marking Period Grades
Use the semester grade calculator to understand how the two quarters and exam grade can help a student to get the best possible transcript grade in each of their classes.
Senior Transcripts
Students should complete their Broward Graduation Survey online, this will indicate where they would like final transcripts sent.
● The DISTRICT will be sending out transcripts electronically for any 12th grade student who wants a transcript sent to a Florida Public School.
● Any students who indicated a non Florida public college as a final destination will need to have their transcript sent out by the school.
Bright Futures transcripts will be sent by the DISTRICT for all students once EOC scores come in.
Homework
The School Board recognizes the importance of assigning meaningful and quality homework to students. Research indicates that schools in which homework is routinely assigned and assessed tend to have higher achieving students. Learn more about the District’s Homework Policy
Make-up Work
The following excerpts on Make-Up Work are from the Student Progression Plan – Policy 6000.1. Are from Make-Up Work, page 43.
High School Make-Up Work:
1) Make-up work shall be accepted for full credit and grade for excused and unexcused absences.
2) All make-up work must be submitted within two days upon return to the missed class, not including the day of return, for each day of an absence.
3) When assignments and appropriate instruction are provided prior to the absence, make-up work (including major projects) is due on the day of return to the missed class.
4) Under extenuating circumstances and at teacher’s discretion, additional time may be allowed.
Learn more about the District’s Student Progression Plan Policy
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