Congratulations to the senior class of Estancia High School!  Estancia High School is finalizing preparations for the 2025 commencement ceremony and events leading up to graduation.  The graduation ceremony will be held on Thursday, June 5 at 1:30 p.m. in Jim Scott Stadium.  

In order to participate in the graduation ceremony, a senior must have completed the N-MUSD graduation requirements.  If you have any questions regarding your child’s ability to graduate next month, please reach out to your child’s counselor, Mrs. Savage (msavage@nmusd.us) or Mrs. Smith (carriesmith@nmusd.us), or contact the EHS Counseling Department at (949) 515-6504.  

Graduation should be an occasion for pride and reflection.  We are confident our senior class will demonstrate responsible behavior in the weeks leading up to graduation and during the graduation ceremony itself.  

Below is information regarding upcoming senior events and the graduation ceremony. 

Seniors Awards Night
Senior Awards Night will be Thursday, May 22 at 6 p.m. in the Main Gym.  Seniors who will be receiving awards and/or scholarships will be invited to attend the event along with their family.  Seniors are to check-in for the event at 5:40 p.m. in the Yoga Room.  

Yearbook Distribution
Students who purchased yearbooks in advance will be able to pick up their yearbooks beginning  on Tuesday, May 27 through the Student Store.  A very limited number of yearbooks are available for sale.  The cost of a yearbook is $120.  Yearbooks can be purchased through the Student Store by cash or credit/debit card.

Senior Final Exams
Seniors will take their semester final exams beginning on Thursday, May 29.  Below is the final exam schedule for seniors.

Thursday, May 29- Final Exams in Periods 3 and 7 (A Day schedule)

Friday, May 30 - Final Exams in Periods 4 and 8 (B Day schedule)

Monday, June 2 - Final Exams in Periods 1 and 5 (Semester Final Exam schedule)

Tuesday, June 3 - Final Exams in Periods 2 and 6 (Semester Final Exam schedule)

Zero period teachers will communicate directly with students regarding when final exams will be administered.  

Cap & Gown Distribution
Seniors who pre-ordered caps, gowns, and tassels through Jostens can pick up their orders on Tuesday, June 3 between 10:30 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. in the Student Store.  Jostens will be on site that day should any seniors still need to purchase a cap, gown, and tassel.  The cost is $43 including sales tax and Jostens will only accept cash that day.  Seniors can also go to the Jostens office located at 384 Clinton St, Suite A in Costa Mesa to purchase a cap, gown, and tassel.  If you have any questions regarding caps and gowns, please contact Jostens at (714) 751-0260.  

Senior Clap Outs
Seniors are invited to return to their elementary school in the Estancia Zone for the first annual Senior Clap Out.  A Senior Clap out is a tradition where graduating high school seniors visit their former elementary school to be recognized by the younger students and staff.  It's a way to celebrate their accomplishments and provide seniors with a sense of connection to their past. Seniors who would like to participate should report to their elementary school listed below on the designated date and time and check in at the Main Office.  Seniors attending the California Elementary School can wear regular clothing or Estancia spirit wear.  Seniors attending all other schools should wear their caps and gowns which will be distributed the day before the clap out.  

Adams Elementary School - Wednesday, June 4 at 8 a.m.

California Elementary School - Friday, May 23 at 8 a.m.

Pomona Elementary School - Wednesday, June 4 at 8 a.m.

Rea Elementary School - Wednesday, June 4 at 8 a.m.

Victoria Elementary School - Wednesday, June 4 at 8 a.m.

Wilson Elementary School - Wednesday, June 4 at 8 a.m.

Graduation Rehearsal 
All seniors who will be participating in the graduation ceremony are required to attend Graduation Rehearsal on Wednesday, June 4 at 9:30 a.m. in Jim Scott Stadium.  Seniors will enter the stadium through a gate at the rear of the home side of the stadium as they will enter the stadium on graduation day through this gate.  Seniors will locate their assigned seats on the field and will participate in a run through of the graduation ceremony.  The attire for graduation rehearsal is casual.  

Senior Brunch
Following the conclusion of the graduation rehearsal on Wednesday, June 4, seniors are invited to a Senior Brunch at Newport Rib Company hosted by the Estancia High School ASB.  Tickets for the brunch are $33 and must be purchased by Friday, May 30 through the Student Store by cash or credit/debit card.   

Graduation Ceremony
The Graduation Ceremony for Estancia High School’s Class of 2025 will be held on Thursday, June 5 at 1:30 p.m. at Jim Scott Stadium.  No tickets are required for the graduation ceremony and seating in the stadium is on a first-come, first-served basis.  The stadium gates will open at 12:30 p.m.  We suggest families ask their senior after the graduation rehearsal if they are seated on the home or visitor side of the stadium as family members may want to be seated on the same side. Family members and guests are not permitted on the field area before, during or after the graduation ceremony.  Food is not permitted in the stadium.  Water bottles are allowed.  No alcoholic beverages or smoking (including e-cigarettes/vape pens) are permitted at Jim Scott Stadium or on the Estancia High School campus.  Family members/guests are encouraged to make arrangements to be reunited with their graduate at a location away from the entrance of the stadium (i.e. make plans to meet in the grass area between the stadium and softball field, by the EHS Main Office).  Please note that on-campus parking will be impacted by the construction of the new theater.  Families are highly encouraged to carpool and should expect heavy  congestion in the school parking lots and on Placentia Avenue.  

Graduation Ceremony Guidelines for Seniors
On Thursday, June 5, seniors are to check-in at the rear gate on the home side of Jim Scott Stadium at 12:30 p.m. with their caps and gowns in their hands.  Below are the guidelines for the graduation ceremony:

• Proper attire for graduation includes dress pants, dress shirts and blouses, dresses, skirts, and shoes.  It is recommended that students wear flat shoes as walking on the stadium turf in heels is difficult and can be damaging to the turf.  
• Students receiving academic recognition can wear honor cords, medallions and stoles issued by the school.  
• Seniors are not allowed to wear flower or money leis during the ceremony.  
• Seniors are not allowed to decorate their caps. 
• Seniors are to leave their personal belongings (cell phones, cameras, purses, etc.) in their cars or with a family member as they are not allowed to have these items during the ceremony. 
• Seniors are not permitted to have gum, food or beverages on the field.
• Staff members will search seniors upon entry to the staging area in the stadium for inappropriate materials prior to the ceremony.  
• Any student whose behavior detracts from the dignity of the ceremony will be removed by school officials.
• Any student under the influence or in possession of alcohol or drugs will not be allowed to participate in the ceremony.  Alcohol detection devices may be used to screen the graduates upon entry into the stadium. 

Diploma Distribution
Graduates will pick up their diploma certificates immediately following the graduation ceremony at the rear of the stadium.  Any graduates who need to return Chromebooks, textbooks, library books, athletic equipment, or borrowed caps and gowns, must do so before receiving their diploma certificates.  Diplomas can also be picked up in the Estancia High School Main Office on Friday, June 6 between 9 a.m. and 2 p.m.  

Grad Nite sponsored by the Estancia PTSA
Seniors who have purchased tickets through the Estancia High School PTSA for Grad Nite at California Adventure are to report to the EHS theater on Friday, May 30 by 6:00 p.m. for check-in.  The buses will depart Estancia promptly at 7 p.m.   Seniors should expect bag checks and an alcohol/drug screening before boarding the buses.  California Adventure will also check bags upon entry to the park.  Seniors should refer to Disney Grad Nite policies and expectations document that was included in the Grad Nite information packet regarding behavior expectations and items that are prohibited for all attendees.   The buses will return to Estancia High School by 3:00 a.m. on Saturday, May 31.  Tickets for Grad Nite are no longer on sale. If you have any questions regarding Grad Nite, please contact the Estancia High School PTSA at estanciahighschoolptsa@gmail.com.  

If you have any questions regarding the upcoming senior activities or graduation ceremony, please feel free to contact the Main Office at (949) 515-6500.