Grad Central News

Cochrane Collegiate Academy

Seniors! Its almost over -- only 57 days until graduation! Please know that I
am tremendously proud of each and every one of you. Use these last weeks
to reflect on the last four years and prepare for your next chapter in life. This
newsletter is to inform you of important events, dates and other information.
Read it carefully and share this information with your parents. Hang in there
Class of 2015!
~Mrs. Durham

Save the Dates!

March 9th May 1st
Prom Ticket Sales (lunch)

April 17th
Prom King/Queen
Nominations

TIME SENSITIVE

April 20th

Senior Pictures Cap and gown pictures will be taken on Monday, April
20th from 8:00 10:15 AM in the media center. Caps, gowns and tassels will
be provided for you. Appointment cards will be provided. You do not
have to purchase pictures the day of. Purchases may be made online at
www.mylifetouch.com.

April 23rd

Cap and Gown Orders Remember, all students participating in

graduation ceremonies must purchase and wear a cap, gown and tassel.
Packages are $43.85 (subject to increase) and must be ordered by May
15th at the latest. Place and pay for orders online at
highschool.herffjones.com; or see Mrs. Durham (cash & money orders
only).

Cap and Gown Pictures

Media Center

Lip-sync Challenge Begins

April 27th May 1st

Prom Court Campaigns

May 5th
AP Calculus Exam

May 6th
AP English Lit. Exam

SENIOR GRADUATION

May 9th

Commencement Friday, June 12, 2015 12:30 PM Ovens Auditorium

Prom, 8:00 Midnight

Dave & Busters

The ceremony will begin promptly at 12:30 PM. Seniors should report to Ovens
Auditorium between 11:00 and 11:30 AM. More information about parking,
etc. will be made available in late-May.

May 18th 22nd

ceremony; but dont worry, there are plenty of seats! Let Mrs. Durham know
by May 1st if you have any family members attending who are hearing
impaired.

Senior Week
M: Superlative Day
Tu: Tshirt Decorating
W: Ice Cream Social
Th: Breakfast/Awards
F: Carowinds Day Trip

Graduation Practice Graduation practice will be held on Wednesday, June

June 5th 10th

10th

at 2:30 pm until 4:30 pm at Ovens Auditorium. All graduates are required

to attend. More information coming soon.

HS Final Exams

Graduation Attire Appropriate attire is required; we will be strict. All

Graduation Rehearsal
Ovens Auditorium

Graduation Guests Tickets are not available for our commencement

graduates must wear a cap, gown and tassel. Females must wear low heels
and neutral colored clothing. Males must wear collared shirts, dress slacks and
dress shoes. Sneakers, flip flops and jeans are not allowed. Students not
properly dressed will not be allowed to participate in the ceremony.

June 10th

June 12th
Graduation!

Senior Activities Team

Advisor: Mrs. Durham
Team: Mrs. Irby (Assistant Principal), Ms. Dozier, Mrs. Lytch, Ms. Scotland, Mrs. Leighty
Counselors: Ms. Miales, Ms. Patterson, Ms. Williams
College Advisor: Ms. Obando
Phone: 980-343-6406
Email: durham1.candice@cms.k12.nc.us
Website: j.mp/cochrane15
Donations/Payments: www.gofundme.com/ccafirstclass

UPCOMING EVENTS
Senior/Junior Prom May 9, 2015 Dave & Busters - 8361 Concord Mills Blvd, Concord, NC 28027
Our very first prom is almost here! This years theme is Mardi Gras Masquerade. Please note that
registration forms for non-CCA students must be submitted no later than May 9th. Photo ID (student
ID, drivers license, learners permit) is required for all attendees.
Prom Ticket Sales Cost: $50 (single), $90 (couple). Tickets are being sold during high school lunch
until May 4th (final day to purchase). Purchases can be made via cash, check, money order and
credit/debit (via www.gofundme.com/ccafirstclass).
Prom Court Nominations for Prom King and Prom Queen will be taken on Friday, April 17th during
lunch. The top three nominations for each title will campaign for votes during the week of April 27th.
Voting for Prom King/Queen will take place at the prom on May 9th. Candidates who do not attend
prom will be removed from the ballot.
Senior Week Cochranes first ever Senior Week will be held Monday, May 18th Friday, May 22nd.
Events for the week are subject to change (and become more awesome) so pay attention to the
morning announcements and check the senior class website (j.mp/cochrane15) for updates. Plans
are as follows:
Monday: College Apparel and Super Senior Day (Superlative Awards Assembly)
Tuesday: Tacky Tuesday and Senior T-shirt Design Party
Wednesday: Ice Cream Social and White Tee Day
Thursday: Dress for Success; Senior Breakfast; and Senior Awards Night
Friday: Carowinds Day Trip
As always, if you have any suggestions for events, fundraisers or activities, please reach out to Mrs.
Durham or a member of the Senior Activities Team.

Class of 2015