Project Graduation

Welcome to the Project Graduation Page!

 This is where to come for all the information you'll want regarding the Project Graduation program.

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Project Graduation Donor List

Recent News and Announcements

Your Class of 2013 Project Graduation Leadership Team

Frequently Asked Questions

Forms

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Anderson High School Project Graduation 2013

Project Graduation is the all night, drug and alcohol-free party that is held for seniors on the night of Graduation. The party is designed to keep the Graduation celebrations fun AND safe. The party includes Bowling, Casino, Live Music, Billiards, Photo Booth, Hypnotist and of course, Prizes! Every Anderson graduate is invited, and the cost for admittance is FREE. In order to pay for the party, the Project Graduation committee does many fundraisers.

When: 11:00pm, Friday, June 7, 2013 – approximately 6:00am on June 8, 2013

Where: AMF Showplace Lanes, 9504 North I-35, (512) 834-7733

Questions: Contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.  or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. , Project Graduation 2013 Co-Chairs

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Project Graduation 2013 Policies:

  • Only Anderson High School graduates may attend
  • Signed Parent and Student Permission Slip MUST BE ON FILE in order to attend
  • Check- in runs 11:00 pm to midnight (no one will be admitted after midnight)
  • Students must ARRIVE at the ANDERSON High School big gym between 11:00-12:00 pm, June 7, 2013 to complete check in. Buses will depart Anderson at 12:15am. Buses will be back at Anderson High School at approximately 6:00am, June 8, 2013.
  • Every student MUST ride the AISD buses to and from the event. No private transportation, late arrival or early release will be allowed. This is a "lock-in" event – once you've checked in you may not leave
  • Anderson High School "Rules of Conduct" apply during the event
  • NO alcohol, drugs, or tobacco allowed
  • Students must bring a picture ID (Driver's License or AHS ID) for registration
  • No purses, backpacks, or drink containers allowed (bathrooms will be stocked with necessities)
  • Cell phones/cameras will be allowed but are the responsibility of the student.
  • Every student is guaranteed at least one prize, but not all prizes will be of equal value

RECENT NEWS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS:

Your Class of 2013 Project Graduation Leadership Team

Project Grad Co-Chair - This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Project Grad Co-Chair - This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Treasurer - Beth Brooks

Business Sponsors/Grants/Donations Chair - Beth Smith

Check-In Chair - Tami Pharr

Restaurant Dinner Nights Chair - Patti Sewell

Communications Chair - Kathi Whitley

Dinner/Silent Auction Co-Chair - Mary Ellen Schmidt
Dinner/Silent Auction Co-Chair - Cathylynn Brown

Entertainment - Cherie Harvey

Geraniums Chair - Huddie Murray

Gift Bag Chair - Robin Nissen

Mums Chair - Desiree Gaines

Permission Slips - Jaye Bunde

Prizes Chair - Cynthia Shaw

T-Shirts - Karen MacMurtrie

Volunteers Chair - Teresa Duncan

 

2013 Senior Parent Dinner and Silent Auction

This fun night of camaraderie and fundraising will take place on the evening of Friday, February 9, 2013, at Casa Chapala restaurant, 2010 Anderson Lane. We hope all senior parents can attend. This is our chance to visit and celebrate at an adults only evening - without our kids! There will be a Live and Silent Auction, delicious food, beverages, and much fellowship, so plan to come and bring your other senior parent friends! Look for ticket information coming soon!

We need Silent Auction Donations for the Parent Dinner, so please ask your favorite businesses if they'd be willing to contribute. Take the Parent Dinner-Silent Auction Solicitation letter to any business. If you have any questions, please contact Cathylynn Brown at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .

All proceeds of the dinner, silent auction, and live auction go to Anderson Project Graduation 2013!

Donors and Sponsors for Project Graduation 2013 needed!

Senior parents should have received a letter recently regarding donating to Project Graduation 2013. In order to provide the party at no cost to the students, the PTSA PG committee must raise approximately $100 per student. We ask that you give generously and thoughtfully to this worthwhile event. Please use the PG Donation Levels Form for contact information and donation response.

All proceeds go to the benefit and planning of Anderson Project Graduation 2013!

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Project Graduation? An overnight drug- and alcohol-free party organized exclusively for seniors on their high school graduation night. Parent & Student Permission Form required for admittance.

How many Seniors actually attend? We expect over 85% of the 2013 AHS graduating class to attend Project Graduation, based on past year's attendance.

Why all the fundraisers? Project Graduation parties cost about $100 per student who attends. We want the admittance fee to be free for all, so our committee must raise enough money to cover these costs.

How do we raise the money? Through a combination of Grants, Community/School Fundraisers, Booster Club donations, Family donations and Business Sponsorships. If you are able to donate, please use the Project Graduation Donation Form. All donations are welcome.

How will Family & Business Sponsorships be recognized? Depending on giving level, business names will be printed in the Baccalaureate Program and Anderson Trojan newsletter. Some sponsors will also have their business name and logo on signage at the Project Graduation event and banners outside the school. All donations/sponsorships are tax deductible.

How do we utilize Prize/Gift Certificate/Service Donations: All donations are used to either raise funds for the party or as prizes given directly to the Seniors at Project Graduation. Some donations may be used as Auction items at the Senior Parent Dinner & Auction, others are given directly to the students in their Senior Bags, or in a drawing for prizes throughout the evening at Project Graduation.

How can parents help? Participate in our community fundraisers, attend Project Graduation planning meetings, attend the Parent Dinner & Auction, solicit donations for the Parent Dinner/Auction, make financial donations to Project Graduation, volunteer to work the evening of Project Graduation.

When are the Project Graduation Planning meetings? Project Graduation planning meetings are at the home of Pierrette Tyson, 7616 Rockpoint Dr., 78731. Everyone is welcome! Future Meeting dates – Thursdays, at 7:00 PM - 11/8, 12/6, 1/17, 2/7, 3/7, 4/11, and 5/9. Please mark your calendars! Please join us .... we'd love to have you as part of our team!

** Contact us .... we'd love to have you as part of our team ...

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Here are some useful forms:

 Project Graduation Silent Auction Solicitation Letter

Project Graduation Donation Levels

PROJECT GRADUATION PERMISSION FORM