Senior Time Line
Senior Year & Graduation FAQ
THIS PAGE WILL BE UPDATED By August 14, 2026 for CLASS OF 2027.
This page will be updated regularly as new activities and events are added!
Assistant Principal 12th grade: Mr. Hostetler jhostetl@pasco.k12.fl.us
Assistant Principal IB: Ms. Leary aleary@pasco.k12.fl.us
12th grade Counselor Adrienne Zwijacz – Traditional 813-794- 9416
Senior Counselor of IB: Stephen Javaruski
Student Council Senior Event Coordinator: Mrs. Hydes shydes@pasco.k12.fl.us
Career Specialist: Mrs. Frane-Colon sfraneco@pasco.k12.fl.us
School fee link: https://www.pasco.k12.fl.us/finance/page/student-fees-rycor
Communication
Students and parents should be using the myStudent app to see communications from the school. This is the main method that we are using to send out information this year. Parents, please make sure you have the app set up, and that there is a valid email address associated with your account.
In addition, please check the LOLHS website frequently for school news and updates.
School Privilege On-Track Guidelines
- Credits: Students must be on track to graduate based on graduation plan and grade level
- GPA: 2.0 or higher
- Attendance: 90% or higher per total periods
- Behavior: No more than one level 1 referral; no level 2 or 3 referrals
***A student can only appeal their on/off track status one time per school year if it is because of attendance***
The grade-level or IB Programme Assistant Principal may review extenuating circumstances resulting in a loss of privileges. The decision of that appeal is final.
Important Dates (Subject to change – please check back frequently)
August
- August 21: Senior Sunrise- seniors will meet on football field at 6:30 AM
September
October
November
December
January
February
March
April
May
June
- : Senior Breakfast and Graduation Practice (students only; attendance required to walk at graduation) Grace Family Church in Land O’ Lakes. 22920 FL-54, Lutz, FL 33549 (9:00 AM – 12:00 PM).
- : Graduation @ USF Yuengling Center ()
Graduation
When/where is graduation?
Graduation will take place at the USF Yuengling Center
What time should I arrive?
Students should arrive at the USF Yuengling Center no later than . Parents are welcome to arrive any time after . The ceremony will start promptly at .
How many tickets will I get?
Tickets are not required for graduation. Due to the size of the venue, we do not limit the number of guests that students can have.
What is the dress code for graduation?
Graduation is a special occasion. Students are expected to dress nicely. Jeans, shorts, t-shirts, tennis shoes, and flip flops are not permitted.
Do I need to purchase a cap and gown?
Students must have a cap and gown in order to walk at graduation. Caps and gowns must be ordered through Herff Jones. Direct link: TBA
When do I need to order my cap and gown?
Caps and gowns should be ordered as soon as possible. They will be delivered to the school and distributed to students during graduation practice/senior breakfast.
When will I receive my cap and gown?
Caps and gowns are distributed during graduation practice.
What if I already have a cap and gown?
All student must purchased the newly designed graduation regalia. The grad fee will be posted through the Herff Jones website. (This fee covers the cost of the facility and other costs related to graduation.)
Can I decorate my cap? Yes, see guidelines below.
Guidelines for Cap Decoration
- Decorations must be SCHOOL APPROPRIATE
- Caps may NOT:
- contain any advertisement, symbols, abbreviations, initials, words, slogans, patches, or pictures that refer to drugs or controlled substances, tobacco, alcohol, weapons, or anything of a sexual nature.
- denote an affiliation with gangs or which advocate drug use, violence, illegal activity, or disruptive behavior with is detrimental to the safety and welfare of other students.
- be obscene, profane, vulgar, or lewd
- threaten the safety and welfare of any person
- Only the flat, top area of the mortar board may be decorated. There may be nothing hanging down from the sides, front or back of the cap.
- Securely fasten decorations onto the mortarboard
- You CANNOT cover the entire mortarboard (edges MUST remain the original color of the cap)
Is graduation practice/senior breakfast mandatory?
Yes. Attendance for graduation practice is mandatory to participate in the graduation ceremony.
When/where is graduation practice/senior breakfast?
Graduation practice/senior breakfast will take place on June 2nd at Grace Family Church in Land O’ Lakes at 9:00 a.m.
What is the dress code for graduation practice/senior breakfast?
Students are expected to dress nicely. Jeans, shorts, t-shirts, tennis shoes, and flip flops are not permitted.
What are the weighted GPA requirements for Honor Cords?
Cum Laude: 3.2 – 3.7999
Magna Cum Laude: 3.8 – 4.1999
Summa Cum Laude: 4.2 +
Purchase Graduation Video for Class of 2025!
Click on the flyer below for information on how to purchase a graduation video. Online sales are from May 5th to June 15th. graduation.video.flyer
