What is “Project Graduation"?

“Project Graduation” is a program sponsored by Oakcrest High School for graduating high school seniors. The program is offered as an enjoyable, safe, positive activity for seniors and their guests to create some final memories of their senior year.

The event is held at the high school from the hours of 11:00 pm the night following graduation ceremony to 5:00 am the following morning. Students are rewarded with non-stop activities including, entertainment, games, food, and prizes. The evening has a theme, and the hallways of the school take on a different atmosphere than what students see during the day. Seniors are provided with commemorative t-shirts, designed with their input, and a DVD of the highlights captured from the early morning hours! This event puts a “Wow!” expression on everyone’s face!

Project Graduation relies on volunteers, including parents of seniors, and underclassmen, the administration and teaching staff at Oakcrest in order to hold a successful event. The volunteers perform many tasks, including fundraising and acquiring donations. The tremendous success of this event is achieved by the support of many community organizations, local businesses, PTAs from area middle schools, local teacher associations, and private donors.

An Executive Committee with the offices of President, Vice-President, Secretary, and Treasurer, are governed by a set of by laws. At present, the Committee oversees a budget of $12,000.00. There are sub-committees to facilitate coordinating every aspect in putting together a successful post-graduation celebration.