Seniors

All dates and times are subject to change so check back often for updates and additions. 

Senior Upcoming Events

The Senior Survey allows us to collect information regarding your future plans (post-secondary schooling, military, employment), scholarships you've received, CCS involvement, etc. The information will be presented on graduation slides so submitting this information in a timely manner is vital.

Senior Survey Form (due April 2)

On Thursday, April 30 at 11:59 pm the Senior Survey will no longer be available for additions or changes. After this date you will have to email Mrs. Miller ([email protected]) with any additional scholarships or if your future plans have changed. 

Caledonia High School will be celebrating National Decision Day on May 1. On this day, all CHS seniors are encouraged to wear something that represents their post-secondary plans - whether that’s a specific college or university, trade school, military branch, employer, or general career pathway. Seniors will take a large group photo at 8:00 am, followed by smaller group photos where students can showcase their individual choices. We purchased banners and flags based on responses from the senior survey. We apologize if we do not have a specific banner for everyone, but please choose the option that best fits your plans. Once you have taken your group photo, you will have time to take pictures with friends and grab a cookie before heading back to your next class. We look forward to seeing everyone proudly representing their future plans on May 1!

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Monday, May 11 - Full Day

Students will attend ALL classes as normally scheduled. 4th-6th period exams will be administered during class. 

• 1st period (regular class)
• 2nd period (regular class)
• 3rd period (regular class)
• 4th period exam (10:57-12:26)
• 5th period exam (12:32-1:31)
• 6th period exam (1:37-2:36)

Tuesday, May 12 - 1/2 Day

Students will attend 1st-3rd period classes, as normally scheduled, where exams will be administered. After their exams are complete, students will be dismissed to check-out. 

• 1st period exam (7:40-8:39)
• 2nd period exam (8:45-9:44)
• 3rd period exam (9:50-10:51)

The senior check-out process is as follows:

You may pick up your check-out form from either the North Main Office or the South Office. Please have each of your teachers sign off on your form.

Once you are finished with exams or no longer need your computer, please return it along with the charger to the Tech Office. The Tech Office will be open for returns during the following times:

• Monday, May 11: 12:00 PM
• Tuesday, May 12: 7:45 AM – 12:00 PM

The Tech Office will also need to sign off on your check-out form.

Once your form is complete, turn it in to the Main Office. All overdue fees must be paid prior to graduation.

Please see Mrs. Sheely if you have any questions.

The Senior Walk is an invitation to take one last walk with other seniors through the hallways of the CCS elementary school where you began your education. Please wear your cap and gown and report to your elementary school at it's assigned date and time.

Each school is a little different, but typically elementary students line the halls and the students parade through giving high fives, etc. Parents are welcome to attend. 

Schedule

• Cal El | Monday, May 18 @ 11:00 AM

• Dutton | Monday, May 18 @ 11:00 AM

• Emmons Lake | Monday, May 18 @ 1:30 PM

• Kettle Lake | Wednesday, May 13 @ 10:00 AM

• Paris Ridge | Monday, May 18 @ 2:00 PM

Sign up for a Senior Walk through the Senior Survey. 

Join us as we celebrate our senior student-athletes continuing their athletic careers at the next level. Family, friends, teammates, and staff are invited to come support and recognize the hard work, dedication, and commitment these students have shown throughout their high school careers. We look forward to honoring the Class of 2026 and this exciting next step in their journey.

Location: The event will take place on May 13 at 4:00 PM in the Caledonia HS Main Gym

Details: More details about the event can be found here.

Join us for Senior Sons Plus One Night at Main Event! This event gives senior guys the chance to spend a fun, relaxed evening with their dad or another important person in their life. Enjoy bowling, arcade games, pizza, and pop while celebrating together before graduation. Feel free to come and go as your schedule allows—stay for a bit or the whole evening. Please RSVP by May 8!

Thursday, May 14 from 6:00 - 10:00 PM

Main Event: 3121 28th Street, Kentwood

Questions? [email protected]

The 2026 Senior Recognition Night will take place on Wednesday, May 13 @ 7:00 PM in CHS's Fine Arts Center.

Seniors with a cumulative GPA of 3.5 or above at the end of the 1st semester will be invited to attend, along with those receiving special awards and scholarships. We will also be honoring graduates who have enlisted in the armed forces at this event. Invitations will be emailed to qualifying students in early May.

While this event is not ticketed, seating is limited. We ask that each student invite no more than four guests. Award recipients will be seated in a reserved section near the front of the auditorium, so families do not need to save seats for students.

The event will also be livestreamed and can be accessed using this link. 

Let's celebrate the Senior Class of 2026 with a parade down Main Street!

Family & Friends: Line Main Street and show our seniors how proud of them we are! Parade will start approximately at 7:00 pm.

Seniors: Decorate your vehicle with senior spirit and arrive at the Duncan Lake parking lot by 6:15 pm to line up. No throwing candy at the cruise!

After the cruise, head over to Scotland Yard for Senior Sunset. Bring yard games to play and watch an outdoor movie while you enjoy snacks. Bring pillow, blanket, and/or chairs.

More details and the route can be found here. 

The Caledonia Women's Club cordially invites Senior Girls and their mother(s) or a special guest to attend the Senior Girl's Mother Daughter Social on Monday, May 18, from 9:00-10:30 AM. The event will be held in the North Cafeteria of the high school. 

Guest Speaker: Mel Trombley, M.Ed.

CWC Scholarships will be presented at the event. If you applied for a scholarship, you should plan on attending. Business attire is requested. 

Kindly RSVP by April 25. 

Students (only) are invited to celebrate with their peers at the Senior Breakfast, to be held at 8:00 AM on May 19 in the North Cafeteria.

Students will go directly to the Senior Assembly following the event. 

The Senior Assembly will take place in Caledonia High School's North Gym at 9:00 AM. Students should wear gowns (no caps). Parents are welcome to attend the Senior Assembly.

The event normally includes:

• Welcome
• Class Officers Recognition
• Faculty Address
• Class Address
• Launch U Recognition
• Military Service Recognition
• Athletes of the Year
• Principal's Leadership Award
• Class Video

Students will depart for Graduation Rehearsal following the Senior Assembly, at 10:15 AM. 

• All students are required to take the bus to and from Calvin University.
• Students should return to CHS via bus by 2:00 PM
• Attendance is mandatory! 

Location: Calvin University's Van Noord Arena

Timeline:

• 5:45 PM - Students report to Calvin University
• 6:00 PM - Doors open at Calvin University for General Seating
• 7:00 PM - Ceremony begins

Entry: Tickets are required for entry. Each family will be receiving up to 8 tickets for entry, which will be available for pick up in the south campus office.

• Students or parents can pick their tickets up in the SOUTH CAMPUS OFFICE during the week of May 4th, from 7:45 am - 3 pm. If you do not need all eight tickets, please let us know at the time of pick-up so that we can disperse them to those that may need additional ones.
• If you would like to request extra tickets, you may do so HERE. Entry into the venue will be given only to those with a ticket in hand.
• Livestream will be available for those that are unable to attend.

Handicap Seating: Located on the main level; designated as section AA all the way around the first row. There will be ushers available to assist as needed. Handicap seating tickets can be requested HERE. Please note, handicap seating tickets will be counted as part of the 8 tickets you receive.

Additional Details:

• Graduate processional lines and seating will be in alphabetical order, with the exception of our exchange students, who will be honored at the end.
• A link to a Digital Program will be provided, highlighting each Senior's time at CCS. 
• Students will remain in line to pick up their Graduation Packet following the event. This packet will include:
  • Diploma
  • Class of 2026 Composite Picture
  • Student awards and/or other 'extras'

Academic honors cords are distributed at graduation practice. All other cords are presented to qualifying students by the club or course coordinator. 

Academic Cords

• Summa Cum Laude "With Highest Honor" (Gold) - Cumulative GPA 4.0+ after 1st semester
• Magna Cum Laude "With Great Honor" (Silver) - Cumulative GPA 3.5-3.99 after 1st semester
• Cum Laude "With Praise" (Bronze) - Cumulative GPA 3.33-3.49 after 1st semester

Club, Course and Service Cords

• AMBY (Pink)
• be.nice (Lime Green)
• CHS Players (Blue & White)
• DECA (Blue Stole)
• FFA (Blue & Gold)
• Finance Club (Black & White)
• Key Club (White)
• Launch U (Blue, Gold & White)
• Legion (Blue)
• LINKS (Teal & White)
• Military Service (Red, White & Blue)
• Mock Trial (Maroon, Navy & Blue)
• NHS (Purple & Gold)
• RAD Drone (Navy Blue)
• Robotics (Red)
• Student Council (Purple & White)
• Versiti Blood Leader for Life (Pink & Gray)
• West Michigan Construction Institute (Red & Black)

Students can request transcripts through the Xello app that is on their Clever dashboard. Once a student has begun to track a college application in Xello, they have the option to request their transcript be sent to the institution of their choice. Instructions can be found below.

 How to request a transcript