Important reminders and updates on Senior To Do's and activities. Please note that Senior trip information will be shared as well once finalized.
Senior Week is here!
MONDAY – April 28, 2025
“Senior Slumber” – Pajama Day
Kick off Senior Spirit Week in comfort! Roll into school in your coziest pajamas for a relaxed start to the week.
TUESDAY – April 29, 2025
Throwback Tuesday: “Baby You vs. Now You”
Recreate your childhood look by dressing up based on one of your old photos—and don’t forget to wear that throwback photo in your ID holder from Monday! Let’s celebrate how far you’ve come.
Time Capsule Creation: Decorate your own metal tin time capsule, which will be stored at school for a future reunion. While designing your capsule, drop off 3–5 memorable items (photos, test scores, show tickets, college acceptances, etc.) in the Back Lobby.
WEDNESDAY – April 30, 2025
Denim Day – “Walk of Memories” & Wear Blue for a Cause
In support of Sexual Violence Awareness Month, join a nationwide initiative by wearing denim to stand in solidarity with survivors.
Walk of Memories: Stroll through the hallway leading to the Concert Hall, where it will be transformed into a tribute to the Class of 2025’s memories—highlighting your journey and shared experiences.
THURSDAY – May 1, 2025
College Commitment & Post-Secondary Plan Day
Represent your future with pride! Whether it’s a college, conservatory, trade school, military path, or job—you’ve earned it. Rock your merch and stop by the Back Lobby during lunch for:
FRIDAY – May 2, 2025
Senior Breakfast + Star Wars Day
Arrive by 8:00 AM and swipe in to join us on the Outdoor Veranda for a PA-Sponsored Senior Breakfast.
Bonus: It’s also Star Wars Day, so feel free to incorporate your best Jedi look—
May the 2nd Be With You!
Senior Dues
- Cap & Gown $49.50
- Graduation Dues/ Yearbook $212
Deadline: April 30, 2025
Make payment online HERE.
Cash/Money Order Payments Accepted: April 28 - 30, Room 261
Financial Assistance Request: Email Dr. Stricklin, mstricklin@schools.nyc.gov by May 1, 2025. Seniors who requested financial assistance for Senior Dues are asked to be patient -- and not to stress -- until you hear from Dr. Stricklin.
Need a Payment Schedule?: Speak with Dr. Stricklin, Room 261
*Please note, there is a place on the form where you can donate a little extra to help out students with financial challenges. Any amount is appreciated.
Prom
Wednesday, June 18, 2025
City Winery - Pier 57, 25 11th Avenue (Near 15th Street)
7pm-11pm
- Cost: $225 per person; Prom Contract & Payment is made through the school's website. (Scans of Prom Contract(s) and non-LaGuardia guest ID must be uploaded at time of payment.)
- Prom is a formal, all-inclusive Dinner/Dance.
- No person shall be admitted after 9:00 PM.
- There is no readmission once a person leaves.
- Students are responsible for their own transportation.
- Smoking is not permitted at the facility.
- The student and the guest must enter together.
- All ticket holders must show picture ID before entering the venue
- There are no refunds.
- Dr. Stricklin-Witherspoon must approve, in advance, any change in guest.
- There are no school-sponsored post-prom events.
Some helpful information:
- Beginning May 1, Seniors may be able to pick up copies of the Prom Contract/Permission Slip from outside the Deans Office, Room 229. Pick up one copy per attendee.
- Signed Contracts must be uploaded at the time of payment.
- All students must have a Prom Contract, even if the person is 18 years old or older. (This is for emergency contact information.)
- Payment is made through the school website (STUDENT section).
- Non-LaGuardia students must have a picture of an ID Card uploaded at time of purchase. (School or state ID are acceptable.)
- Seniors with Prom questions should go to Room 261 to speak with Dr. Stricklin. This is the fastest -- and preferred -- way to receive an answer.
- Seniors requesting a reduction in ticket price (financial assistance) will NOT receive information until June 1 at the earliest.
Financial Aid
Senior Dues are required of all Seniors, and the Parents Association graciously provides financial aid to assist families who cannot afford the expense. Prom, however, is an optional activity; therefore, there are no funds set aside for Prom financial aid.
Whatever funds the school can cobble together each year for financial aid, here is how it is distributed: The amount is divided by the number of recipients.
For example, if $100 is available to distribute and 1 Senior requests it, then $100 is taken off the ticket price. (The Senior knows the reduced price and can decide if they can afford the ticket.) If $100 is available to distribute and 10 Seniors requests it, then $10 is taken off the ticket price. (The 10 Seniors know the reduced price and can decide whether they can afford the tickets.) It is doubtful that the entire ticket price is covered.
The financial aid is meant for the Senior's ticket for those who cannot afford to attend; it is not meant so you can afford to pay for a date, buy a nicer dress, go in on a limo, etc.
