Senior Timeline

All seniors need to pay particular attention to the dates in the Senior Timeline and are encouraged to take care of "NOW" items and to mark their calendars for upcoming events and deadlines. Please continue to check the WHS Class of 2025 webpage, found under Activities, for ongoing and updated news and information, as well check here for any updates to the Senior Timeline, as we proceed through second semester and graduation.

VIEW THE SENIOR TIMELINE .PDF   

Download the Senior Timeline (Rev 4-18-25)

All seniors need to pay particular attention to the following dates. Seniors and parents/guardians are encouraged to check the WHS homepage or the WHS Class of 2025 webpage found under Activities for ongoing and updated news and information as we proceed through second semester: https://woodinville.nsd.org/counseling/class-of-2025.

NOTE: Seniors needing a final transcript mailed to a post-secondary institution must make their final transcript request via completion of the Senior Survey Scholarship Notification process outlined under April 1 and May 2.

Now  National Anthem & Moving Up Assembly Audition Sign Ups: Now through April 18

  • Seeking seniors for the Commencement Ceremony, Senior Awards, and the Moving Up Assembly
  • Auditions take place by sign up on Monday, April 21, 3:30 p.m. in Room 409
  • Senior/Underclassmen auditions also take place for Moving Up Assembly performances
  • Performances can be vocal or instrumental
  • Auditions Sign Up Here: https://forms.gle/AXSZZUS7bqzbVG6dA

Now   Grad Night Sign Ups: Now through May 21

  • Grad night tickets are currently on sale for $230.00

  • The Grad Night party starts at 9:30 p.m. on June 12 and ends at 5:30 a.m. on June 1

  • Grad Night is sponsored by the parents of graduating seniors and is not affiliated or sponsored by WHS, WHS ASB, or NSD

  • Learn More and Register Here: https://www.woodinvillehighschoolptsa.org/grad-night

  • Need-based scholarships are available

    • The Senior Parent Group wants to ensure that ALL graduates can attend regardless of ability to pay the full ticket price.

    • Please contact 2025whsgradnight@gmail.com to request a scholarship or financial assistance - No questions or forms are required to qualify

    • You are also welcome to reach out to your counselor to make contact on your behalf

  • Grad Night Event questions can be answered by emailing 2025whsgradnight@gmail.com 

Now   Submit Photos for Senior Events: Now through May 23

Now   Senior Devices and Accessories: Now through June 3

  • Senior devices and accessories will be collected June 3 during English class periods (devices, cases, chargers, hotspots)
    • Seniors not using their school-issued device and/or accessories are requested to return them to
  • STS Mikaela Michalsen in the library
  • Fines for any outstanding devices and accessories will immediately be posted to accounts at the end of the day on June 3
  • Direct any questions or concerns about devices and/or accessories to STS Aarthi Sathyanarayanan at whstech@nsd.org or see Ms. Michalsen in the library

Now   Pre-Register for Commencement Ceremony photos with GradImages: Now through June 11

March

07       AP Exam Late Registration & Payment DUE

10-14   “Wild West” Tolo Spirit Week

14       SAT School Day Exam #2 (Waitlist students from March 5 exam date), WHS, NSD Admin Office, 8 a.m.

  • Registered students see the February 27 email from Mr. Damen Schuneman for test details

15      “Wild West” Tolo, WHS Commons, Saturday, March 15, 8:00-11:00p

  • Pre-sales for admission end on Friday, March 14 at 3:50p
  • WHS students only can purchase tickets at the door (no guest tickets sold at the door)
  • A completed Non-WHS Guest Authorization Form for Prom will be required for non-WHS student guests.
  • Visit the Tolo webpage for pricing and complete details at https://woodinville.nsd.org/activities/tolo-dance-tickets-2024-25

25      Senior Class Meeting, during 3rd Period Activity Tuesday (Bell Schedule #10), Theatre, 10:55-11:30a

  • Seniors nominate their student-selected Commencement speaker at this meeting
  • Graduation/Commencement Ceremony-related information will be shared
  • Running Start seniors, please make plans to attend

26-27   Jostens Commencement Announcement Distribution*

  • Main Office Foyer during Lunches on March 26 from 11:45a to 1:05p and after school 3:20-3:40p and on March 27 from 11:40-1:45p and after school 3:20-3:40p
  • The items available for pick up were ordered in the fall by parents/guardians/students
  • Caps & Gowns will be available for pick up after the May 29 Senior Awards Ceremony concludes
  • If a senior is unable to attend, a friend or relative can pick up the items; however, a signed note from the parent/guardian must be provided to Jostens*
  • The individual picking up the items will be required to sign for them, relieving Jostens of responsibility if they should become lost or misplaced
  • Questions? Contact Jostens at 360-653-9102 or by Email at jostenspnw@jostens.com

April

01      Senior Survey & Scholarship Reporting & Final Transcript Requests begins April 1 – due May 2               

  • Every senior no matter their post-secondary plan must complete the Senior Survey via Naviance
  • The Senior Survey includes student’s final transcript request to the college/university they are attending in Fall 2025
  • The Senior Survey process includes scholarship reporting for the May 29 Senior Awards Ceremony
  • Starting April 1, seniors visit the Senior Survey & Scholarship Reporting website under Activities, Class 2025 at https://woodinville.nsd.org/counseling/class-of-2025/senior-survey-scholarship-reporting
  • After completing the Senior Survey, seniors who reported scholarships must submit proof of the scholarship(s)
  •  Due to printing deadlines, notifications received after May 2 will not be published in the printed Senior Awards publication
  • Please email Ms. Tang at mtang@nsd.org for any questions regarding your Senior Survey & Scholarship Reporting

01      Artwork submissions for the printed Senior Awards Ceremony publication will be accepted April 1 through May 2 

04      End of 3rd Quarter

07-11 Spring Break

18       Auditions Sign Up Deadline for the National Anthem & Moving Up Assembly Performances

  • See April 21 for details

21     Auditions for the National Anthem & Moving Up Assembly Performances

  • Seeking seniors for the Commencement Ceremony, Senior Awards, and the Moving Up Assembly
  • Auditions take place by sign up on Monday, April 21, 3:30 p.m. in Room 409
  • Senior/Underclassmen auditions also take place for Moving Up Assembly performances
  • Performances can be vocal or instrumental
  • Auditions Sign Up Here thru Friday, April 18: https://forms.gle/AXSZZUS7bqzbVG6dA

21 – 25  Public School Volunteers Week – Thank a volunteer!

22     Senior Class Meeting, during 3rd Period Activity Tuesday (Bell Schedule #10), 10:55-11:30a, Commons

  • Running Start seniors, please make plans to attend
  • The Senior Class Photo will be taken at this meeting
  • Additional Graduation/Commencement Ceremony-related information will be shared

04/23-05/09   Prom & Senior Breakfast Admission Sales Window*

  • Prom and Senior Breakfast Admission is on a pre-sale basis during the sales window and NOT sold at the door
  • Prom is Saturday, May 17 at the Seattle Pacific Science Center, 8-11p
  • A completed Non-WHS Guest Authorization Form for Prom will be required for non-WHS student guests.
  • Senior Breakfast (buffet by Alexa’s Café) is Friday, June 6 at the WHS Commons, right after the Moving Up Assembly (Schedule #16)
  • Senior Breakfast is for Class of 2025 seniors only.
  • See the Class of 2025 Prom webpage for admission pricing and details: https://woodinville.nsd.org/counseling/class-of-2025/prom

28     Counselors notify off-track seniors

04/28-05/02  Senior Survey & Scholarship Notification Week

  • Final week to submit the Senior Survey and scholarship notifications!
  • Reach out to Ms. Tang in the College and Career Center with any questions (mtang@nsd.org)

04/28-05/02         Mental Health Week
 

May

Thru 05/09     Prom & Senior Breakfast Admission Sales Window*

  • Prom and Senior Breakfast Admission is on a pre-sale basis during the sales window and NOT sold at the door
  • Prom is Saturday, May 17 at the Seattle Pacific Science Center, 8-11p
  • A completed Non-WHS Guest Authorization Form for Prom will be required for non-WHS student guests.
  • Senior Breakfast is Friday, June 6 at the WHS Commons, right after the Moving Up Assembly (Schedule #16)
  • Senior Breakfast is for Class of 2025 seniors only.
  • See the Class of 2025 Prom webpage for admission pricing and details: https://woodinville.nsd.org/counseling/class-of-2025/prom

Thru 05/30   Senior Breakfast Only Admission Sales Window*

  • Seniors who do not purchase admission to Senior Breakfast ticket during the April 23 thru May 9 Prom sales window, can purchase admission to Senior Breakfast only through May 30
  • Senior Breakfast (buffet by Alexa’s Café) is Friday, June 6 at the WHS Commons, right after the Moving Up Assembly (Schedule #16)
  • Senior Breakfast is for Class of 2025 seniors only.
  • See the Class of 2025 Prom & Senior Breakfast webpage for admission pricing and further details as they become available: https://woodinville.nsd.org/counseling/class-of-2025/prom

01     National College Decision Day/Post-High School Decisions Day - Wear Your Colors

  • On May 1, we celebrate seniors’ post-high school decision-making that includes National College Decision Day.
  • Seniors are invited to come dressed in gear from their future school or gear that represents their future plans; juniors, sophomores, and freshmen are encouraged to wear gear representing where they may want to go, or a school/team they love, or Falcon gear; and faculty and staff are encouraged to wear gear from their alma mater

02      Senior Survey & Scholarship Reporting DUE!              

  • Every senior no matter their post-secondary plan must complete the Senior Survey via Naviance
  • The Senior Survey includes student’s final transcript request to the college/university they are attending in Fall 2025
  • The Senior Survey process includes scholarship reporting for the May 29 Senior Awards Ceremony
  • Starting April 1, seniors visit the Senior Survey & Scholarship Reporting website under Activities, Class 2025 at https://woodinville.nsd.org/counseling/class-of-2025/senior-survey-scholarship-reporting
  • After completing the Senior Survey, seniors who reported scholarships must submit proof of the scholarship(s)
  • Due to printing deadlines, notifications received after May 2 will not be published in the printed Senior Awards Ceremony publication
  • Please email Ms. Tang at mtang@nsd.org for any questions regarding your Senior Survey & Scholarship Reporting

02       Artwork submissions for the printed Senior Awards publication are DUE by 11:55 p.m.

02      DUI Simulation Activity for Seniors (Bell Schedule #19 during 4th period)

02      School Lunch Heroes Day: Thank our lunch staff for serving you!

05 - 09  Teacher Appreciation Week: Take time to say thank you to your teachers!

05 - 16   AP Exams - Testing Window (Late Registration & Payment due March 7)

07    National School Nurse Day: Thank our nurses for supporting you!

09    Last day to purchase admission to Saturday, May 17 Prom*

17     Prom* (Admission Sales Window, April 23 thru May 9, 3:50p)

  • Prom is Saturday, May 17 at the Seattle Pacific Science Center, 8-11p
  • Prom Admission is on a pre-sale basis and is NOT sold at the door
  • A completed Non-WHS Guest Authorization Form for Prom will be required for non-WHS student guests
  • See the Class of 2025 Prom webpage for admission pricing and details as they become available: https://woodinville.nsd.org/counseling/class-of-2025/prom

12-21    Yearbook Lottery

  • WHS doesn't order extra books for those who didn't pre-pay
  • However, if the publisher ships extra books, which is not guaranteed each year, we will have a lottery drawing for those who would like to purchase a yearbook (No refunds for duplicate purchases)
  • If there are extra books available, students will be randomly selected to have the opportunity to purchase a yearbook ($60.00)
  • Students must fill out a GoogleApps form that will become available May 12 on the Yearbook website under Activities: https://woodinville.nsd.org/activities/yearbook-2024-25

21      Last day to enter the Yearbook Lottery (if not previously purchased by the
           December 20, 2024 deadline)

22      National Honor Society Induction & Recognition, Main Gym, 7:00p

  • NHS Students are REQUIRED to be present at the NHS Induction Ceremony to receive cords (for seniors) and certificates!

23     Independent coursework/outside credits DUE

  • All independent online coursework/outside credits must be completed by the student and their final grade verified by the counselors.
  • Participation in the Commencement Ceremony may be in jeopardy for online coursework verified after that date

26     Memorial Day - No School

28     Teachers will notify the counselors of those students with failing grades

  • Seniors who were previously failing and are now passing a required course, are in compliance with the attendance policy, and have met all other graduation requirements will be reinstated to the graduation roster and may take part in the Commencement Ceremony
  • The counselors will contact students and parents via phone

28      Pops Concert, Northshore Concert Hall (at Inglemoor HS), 7:00p

29      Senior Awards Ceremony, WHS Main Gym, 6:30p (Seniors report to Auxiliary/Back
           Gym by 6p)

  • Senior Awards Night is as a way to honor, recognize, and provide a social environment for the entire graduating class and their loved ones
  • The excitement of seeing future graduates acknowledged by faculty, picking up their cap and gown, smiling as they sign yearbooks, and making memories with one another is a highlightAs some seniors and parents/guardians wonder, seniors typically dress well for this event (dress shirts, blouses, slacks, dresses, etc.)

29     Senior Class Cap, Gown, & Stole Distribution after the Senior Awards Ceremony ends
          (appx. 8:00p)

  • If a senior is unable to attend, a friend or relative can pick up the items; however, a signed note from the parent must be provided to Jostens. The individual picking up the items will be required to sign for them, relieving Jostens of responsibility if they should become lost or misplaced
  • Seniors are advised to take the gown out of the package and hang it up as soon as possible after pick up to help with wrinkles (Do not use a hot iron on the gown, the fabric may melt)
  • Contact Jostens at 360-653-9102 with product specific questions
  • Contact Office Manager Denise Schwans at dschwans@nsd.org with other questions
  • Please note that fines/fees must be cleared or paid, and the Senior Survey and High School and Beyond Plan must be complete for seniors to pick up their items and/or purchase additional Commencement tickets. 

29        Commencement Ticket Distribution & Sales after the Senior Awards Ceremony ends
             (appx. 8p)*

  • Each senior receives 5 free tickets (a ticket is not required for the graduating senior)
  • Additional tickets can be purchased for $7.00 ea. (no limit) starting after the Senior Awards Ceremony concludes through Wednesday, June 11, 3:50 p.m. at the Main/Cashier’s Office
  • Please note: Tickets are not available for purchase on June 12 at Pop Keeney Stadium
  • Tickets are required for anyone over the age of 2
  • Please note that fines/fees must be cleared or paid, and the Senior Survey and High School and Beyond Plan must be complete for seniors to pick up their items and/or purchase additional Commencement tickets. 

29    Senior Yearbook Distribution after the Senior Awards Ceremony ends (appx. 8p)

  • Yearbooks are unveiled for the first time to the Class of 2025 during the Senior Awards Ceremony
  • All students must have a photo ID to pick up the pre-paid yearbook after the ceremony concludes (any photo ID works, including on the student's phone)
  • Only the student or parent/guardian of the student may pick up the yearbook
  • No notes, no emails, no phone calls will be accepted
  • If there is some sort of emergency, contact an administrator
  • After Thursday, May 29, senior yearbooks will be available for pick up on Thursday, June 5 during Beach Day Distribution
  • All fines/fees must be satisfied in order to pick up yearbooks

30       Last day to purchase admission to Senior Breakfast*

  • Senior Breakfast (buffet by Alexa’s Café) takes place Friday, June 6 in the WHS Commons after the Moving Up Assembly (Schedule #16)
  • Senior Breakfast is for Class of 2025 seniors only by presale admission - Presale window April 23 thru May 30
  • Admission pricing will become available upon the conclusion of Class of 2025 fundraising activities that reduce the price of Prom and Senior Breakfast tickets
  • See the Class of 2025 Prom & Senior Breakfast webpage for further details as they become available: https://woodinville.nsd.org/counseling/class-of-2025/prom
  • Bell Schedule #16 - https://woodinville.nsd.org/our-school/schedules-23-24#fs-panel-160660

30        Night of the Arts Spring Spectacular, WHS Theatre & Main Gym, 6-9p

June

03        Senior Devices Due during English class periods (devices, cases, chargers, hotspots)

  • Fines will immediately be posted to accounts for devices and any accessories not returned by June 3
  • Seniors not using their school-issued device (and/or cases, chargers, hotspots) can return them to
  • STS Mikaela Michalsen in the library any day prior to June 3

03       Medical Professions Academy Graduation Ceremony, WHS Theatre, 6:00p

05        Last typical class day with seniors

05       Beach Day/Lip Dub/Yearbook Distribution*

  • Senior yearbooks not picked up Senior Awards Night Thursday, May 29 or on Friday, May 30 (ONLY from Mrs. Alder in room 238 before school, during lunches and after school), will be available for pick up on Thursday, June 5 during Beach Day Distribution
  • All fines/fees must be satisfied in order to pick up yearbooks

05       NSD/WHS Items Returned/Due

  • If not handled previously, textbooks, library books, devices (and chargers, hotspots, cases, uniforms, locks, cameras, photography and art supplies, equipment and any other property that belongs to the Northshore School District/Woodinville High School must be returned to the staff person that checked it out.

05       Notice from counselors

  • The counselors will compile a final list of students still failing and “not walking” in the Commencement Ceremony. The counselors will notify the parents by phone and the students will be removed from the final Commencement Ceremony list and not allowed to participate in the ceremony.

06       Senior Class Meeting (Just prior to the Moving Up Assembly), WHS Theatre, 8:45 a.m.

06      Moving Up Assembly, after the Senior Class Meeting, Main Gym, 9:10 a.m.

06      Senior Breakfast*, buffet by Alexa’s Café (After the Moving Up Assembly), WHS Commons, 10:20 a.m.

09       Mandatory Commencement Rehearsal at WHS, 9:00 to 11:30 a.m.  MARK YOUR CALENDAR!

  • Meet in the Theater at 9:00 a.m. sharp
  • Seniors must participate in rehearsal to walk in the Commencement Ceremony
  • Any questions about this requirement MUST be addressed with Mrs. Schwans in the Main Office or at dschwans@nsd.org as soon as possible prior to Rehearsal day

10      Senior Legacy Day

  • Seniors visit pathway elementary schools

11      Senior Post-Secondary Confirmations & Individual Make-Up Workday

  • Confirm post-secondary plan and final transcript destination by logging into student’s NSD @apps email account
  • Seniors will receive an email from Ms. Tang (mtang@nsd.org) with response instructions
  • Individual seniors who need to complete make up work pursuant to prior arrangements made with a teacher(s), counselor, and/or administrator

12      WHS Commencement Ceremony*, Pop Keeney Stadium, 6:00 p.m.

  • Seniors please be prepared to be dropped off at WHS at 2:45 p.m.
  • No vehicle parking on the WHS campus
  • All seniors will ride district transportation from WHS to Pop Keeney
  • Seniors must have a return ride home from Pop Keeney (buses will not return to WHS)
  • Other specifics regarding Commencement day will follow in the mid-May WHS Grad Guide

12      Grad Night 2025

  • The Grad Night 2025 party starts at 9:30 p.m. on June 12 and ends at 5:30 a.m. on June 13
  • Registration and payment are required to attend Grad Night
  • Prices will go up and sales will conclude as Grad Night gets closer
  • Learn More and Register Here: https://www.woodinvillehighschoolptsa.org/grad-night
  • Need-based scholarships are available
  • The Senior Parent Group wants to ensure that ALL graduates can attend regardless of ability to pay the full ticket price.
  • Please contact 2025whsgradnight@gmail.com to request a scholarship or financial assistance - No questions or forms are required to qualify
  • You are also welcome to reach out to your counselor to make contact on your behalf
  • Grad Night is sponsored by the parents of graduating seniors and is not affiliated or sponsored by WHS, WHS ASB, or NSD
  • Grad Night Event drop off and pick up times and locations will be provided by the Senior Parent Group
  • Questions can be answered by emailing 2025whsgradnight@gmail.com 

20    Last Underclassmen School Day of the 2024-25 School Year  

26    "Takeout" your Google Drive and save all of your hard work!

  • Google Drive and NSD email accounts will remain active for one year after graduation
  • After that period, they will be deleted
  • Use the summer to transfer your important files to your personal account
  • Google makes it easy at takeout.google.com

26     Diploma Packet Pick Up, WHS Main Office Loop, Thursday, June 26, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. (Date Subject to Change)

  • Pending official verification graduation requirements have been met, diploma packets will be available for pick up drive-thru style at the Main Office Loop on Thursday, June 26, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
  • Student immunization records for our graduating seniors will be included in the diploma packets
  • If your immunization record is not in your diploma packet,  you may register your child at https://myirmobile.com/ to receive a .pdf of your child's Certificate of Immunization Status (CIS) form. You may find this information on the nurse's letter in your packet
  • Please make arrangements to pick up the packet as soon as possible, as diplomas are often a piece of documentation needed in the graduate’s near future
  • As diplomas are not reproducible and the packets contain sensitive information, the packet must be picked up and signed for by the graduate or the graduate’s parent/guardian (friends of the graduate are not authorized)
  • Thank you for ensuring fines and fees have been taken care of and any outstanding textbooks or materials have been returned
    • Fines and fees can be paid online through the parent TouchBase accounts or checks can be made payable to WHS and mailed to: Woodinville High School, 19819 136th Ave NE, Woodinville, WA 98072, Attn: Bookkeeper
    • If you should need your TouchBase username or password, please email whsattendance@nsd.org.
  • Summer hours for pick up after Thursday, June 26 are Wednesday, July 2 & 9 from 8 a.m. – 12 p.m. at the WHS Main Office

26     Cap & Gown Donations

  • WHS gladly accepts donations of green caps and/or gowns for future graduates in need
  • Graduates who are not planning on keeping their cap and/or gown are welcome to bring the cap and/or gown and drop if off at the Diploma Packet Pick Up event on Thursday, June 26 (date subject to change)
  • There is a particular need for gowns 5’9 and under

NOTE: Seniors needing a final transcript mailed to a post-secondary institution must make their final transcript request via completion of the Senior Survey Scholarship Notification process outlined under April 1 and May 2.

 *Student fines/fees must be paid, cleared, or arrangements made before students can purchase event tickets (Tolo, Prom, Senior Breakfast, Commencement, etc.) and/or a parking permit; and/or pick up graduation supplies (announcements, caps/gowns/tassels/stoles, etc.), and/or yearbooks; and/or participate in sports, and/or the Commencement Ceremony.Senior Survey & High School and Beyond Plan must be complete to pick up Commencement regalia.  Students with financial need are encouraged to contact their counselor throughout the school year. Families qualifying for free and reduced meals can learn how to submit for waived extra-curricular fees via this link https://woodinville.nsd.org/resources/payments#fs-panel-148324 pursuant to pursuant to House Bill 1660: https://resources.finalsite.net/images/v1627067652/nsdorg/udwhkmop85ujj8vrbzmv/NSDHB1660Summary7-8-2021AR.pdf