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Lakeland Regional High School
205 Conklintown Road
Wanaque, New Jersey 07465-2198
973-835-1900
FAX: 973-835-2834
MR. HUGH E. BEATTIE
Chief School Administrator
May 2021
Dear Lakeland School Community,
First, I would like to thank all of you for your patience, as well as suggestions, as we prepared for our
Class of 2021 Graduation Ceremony. We hope you understand that our primary goal is to keep students,
families and staff safe, but at the same time ensuring we provide a memorable send-off to the seniors
which they so deserve. Therefore, we have decided to hold two equally special events. It is, of course,
our expectation and hope that you will attend both.
Commencement Celebration - Warwick Drive-In, Warwick, NY (Rain or Shine)
Date: Wednesday, June 16
Time: Parking begins at 8:15pm (no early admission)
Virtual Ceremony promptly starts at 9:00pm
This event will allow our entire graduating class to celebrate together wherein they will
be able to view our entire conventional ceremony complete with speeches, tributes,
musical performances, reading of the names, etc. which have been pre-recorded and will
be played on the big screen.
Awarding of Diplomas - Lakeland Regional High School (Athletic Field)
Date: Thursday, June 17
Rain Date: Friday, June 18
Time: Students should arrive at 6:00 pm. The ceremony promptly begins at 6:30pm
This abbreviated event will allow our students and parents to enjoy a modified in-person
graduation which complies with the provisions of multiple Executive Orders. Although
it will not be the complete graduation ceremony, students will be able to be seated on our
Athletic Field and walk across our stage to receive their diplomas.
Graduates will receive caps/gowns, cords, stoles, parking pass, & tickets for both events on Thursday
June 10 (RED Cohort) and Friday, June 11 (GRAY Cohort) once all fines/obligations have been
satisfied.For the Commencement Celebration held at the Warwick Drive-In on June 16: Students will receive only one (1) parking pass per graduate for the event. For the Awarding of the Diplomas at LRHS on June 17: Students will receive (2) tickets for guests to attend the event. If you have an extenuating circumstance for either event, please reach out to Ms. Lynn Lutz at llutz@lakeland.k12.nj.us. Additional passes may be issued. Please note that the Warwick Drive-In presentation includes keynote addresses, musical performances, tributes, and student senior yearbook portraits. For any special guests who cannot attend, the event will be live streamed and subsequently available on our website and YouTube for viewers at home beginning on June 16. We encourage students to appropriately decorate their cars and wear their caps and gowns. As this is a celebratory school event, we encourage school-appropriate car signs. Masks will be provided to all Lakeland student graduates right before the ceremony, but students and guests should bring their own. After such a challenging school year, it is my hope that everyone in our district community will join together to help celebrate these special events with our students. We look forward to making both positive and memorable experiences. Join us in highlighting the individual and collective achievements of the Class of 2021. Sincerely, Hugh E. Beattie Chief School Administrator
Warwick Drive-In Regulations
Only 1 car permit per graduate (displayed on dashboard) for entrance - permits are numbered and
will be distributed on June 10 & 11.
Caps and gowns are encouraged.
Decorate your car (banners/balloons are encouraged).
Masks required when out of car
Masks required at concession stands
Maintain social distancing when standing in line for bathroom facilities.
No fireworks or open flames.
No food or beverages (they will be available for purchase at the concession stand or through the
Fanfood app).
Absolutely no smoking, alcohol or prohibited substances permitted. Security will be on premises.
No lawn chairs since everyone must remain in vehicle.
No limos, or party buses will be allowed into the Drive-In. This is to ensure that there is parking
available and good viewing for all families.
Please do not have cars idling during the celebration
Lakeland Awards Regulations
Only two tickets available per graduate (in order to adhere to Governor’s regulations)
Commemorative masks will be provided for all Lakeland student graduates upon entry; however,
students should enter with their own masks first.
Student may remove mask for professional portrait provided by outside photographer.
Guests are required to wear masks.
Social distancing must be maintained throughout the event including bleacher seating
No food or beverages
Absolutely no smoking, alcohol or prohibited substances permitted. Security will be on premises.
Please continue to follow the COVID-19 guidelines and do not attend either function if you have a fever
or flu-like symptoms.
Lakeland Regional High School reserves the right to deny admission or remove individuals from both
graduation celebrations if they do not comply with rules set forth and established.2021 Senior Activities & Graduation Bulletin
To ensure that parents/guardians and seniors are thoroughly familiar with the end of the year processes,
the following information is presented for your review:
A. FINISHING THE YEAR STRONG
Please remember to:
1. Complete all class assignments in a timely manner and comply with all school expectations.
Please do not put yourself in a position to have your graduation hanging in the balance.
Communicate with your teachers and school counselors if you are having difficulty.
2. Resolve all school responsibilities and financial obligations immediately, this includes discipline
points and fines for lost/damaged textbooks, Chromebooks, athletic uniforms, etc.
B. SENIOR AWARDS PROGRAM & SCHOLARSHIP NIGHT
The Senior Awards Program honoring members of the Class of 2021 will be held virtually on
Wednesday, June 9. Seniors being honored will receive invitations. A YouTube link will be
posted for students to view at any time.
C. GRADUATION TICKETS & INVITATIONS
WARWICK DRIVE-IN: GRADUATES WILL RECEIVE ONLY ONE PARKING PERMIT PER
CAR! (RAIN OR SHINE)
AWARDING OF THE DIPLOMAS: GRADUATES WILL RECEIVE ONLY TWO TICKETS
PER FAMILY.
Email Ms. Lynn Lutz at llutz@lakeland.k12.nj.us with any extenuating circumstances for either event!
D. OUTSTANDING OBLIGATIONS & FINES
All final school obligations (such as library books, text books, chrome books, cameras, fines,
discipline points, athletic uniforms, etc.) must be satisfied by Friday, June 11.
You are strongly encouraged to satisfy your obligations (fines, etc) prior to that date to avoid last
minute problems. You must advise your teachers of any lost/damaged books, supplies, etc. and
pay for them by Friday, June 11. Seniors who do not satisfy their obligations may not receive their
graduation tickets, caps, gowns, and/or diplomas.
E. CAP/GOWN & YEARBOOK DISTRIBUTION
Lakeland Regional High School's Yearbook - "The Laureate 2021" - will be distributed to seniors
on Thursday, June 10, from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. and Friday, June 11 from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
in the ERASE room. This will be the same day that caps, gowns, graduation regalia, and
graduation tickets will be distributed. If absent, you can also pick it up on Monday, June 14 and
Tuesday, June 15 in the Main Office.F. AP AND FINAL EXAMS
Please note that there will be no final exams this year.
Lakeland Regional High School has elected to give the Advanced Placement (AP) exams during
“Testing Window B” which lasts from Tuesday, May 18 until Friday, May 28. Along these lines,
some of the AP exams are in a digital format only and some will be in a paper format only.
Please note that all digital exams will be taken by the students at home. In order to facilitate this,
students will be excused after Block 3 on their exam day. All other exams (see below) will be
offered on paper only in the school building. All students taking paper exams will be expected to
take the test in school (this applies to both hybrid and all remote students).
The exams listed below will be in Digital Format only. The exams will be given in Digital Format on
the following dates/times determined by the College Board. Students are expected to test on these
dates and times at home using their own personal desktop/laptop (PC/MAC) or a school managed
chrome book.
● English Literature and Composition – Tuesday, May 18, 2021 at 12:00pm EDT
● United States History- Wednesday, May 19, 2021 at 12:00PM
● United States Government and Politics – Thursday, May 20, 2021 at 12:00PM EDT
● World History: Modern - Thursday, May 20, 2021 at 12:00PM EDT
● Psychology - Thursday, May 20, 2021 at 4:00PM EDT
● Computer Science Principles – Wednesday, May 26, 2021 at 4:00pm EDT
● Biology – Thursday, May 27, 2021 at 12:00PM EDT
● Environmental Science - Thursday, May 27, 2021 at 4:00PM EDT
● Comparative Government and Politics – Friday, May 28, 2021 at 12:00PM EDT
These exams will be offered on paper only in the school building. All students taking paper exams will be
expected to take the test in school (this applies to both hybrid and all remote students).
● Spanish Language & Culture – Friday, May 21st, 2021at 8:00AM EDT
● Music Theory – Friday – May 21st, 2021 at 12:00PM EDT
● Calculus AB – Monday, May 24, 2021 at 8:00AM EDT
● Calculus BC - Monday, May 24, 2021 at 8:00AM EDT
● Statistics – Tuesday, May 25, 2021 at 12:00PM EDTG. GRADUATION REHEARSALS
There will be no rehearsals for either graduation ceremony. All graduation speeches,
introductions, and performances will be pre-recorded and be shown at the Warwick Drive-In. Both
events will be livestreamed from Lakeland’s YouTube page. It will be available for viewing both
during and after the event.
For the “Awarding of the Diploma Ceremony,” students will arrive at 6:00 p.m. and enter through
the marked open gate on the Athletic Field wearing masks, caps, gowns, and all graduation
regalia. A graduation mask will be distributed to you. Your name will be placed on the chair,
alphabetically, where you will proceed to be seated.
H. GRADUATION DRESS (FOR DIPLOMA AWARDS CEREMONY on June 17)
Dress for the event should be business casual. There should be no jeans, shorts, t-shirts, spiked
heels, sneakers or sandals worn under the caps and gowns. Please note: the tassel is worn on the
left side and shifted to the right when you are prompted to do so. This will be done at the Warwick
Drive-In on June 16.
Graduates will retain their caps, gowns, and tassels. Unfortunately, additional tassels are NOT
available.
Immediately after the ceremony, the National Honor Society members must return their stoles and
the Business Honor Society must return their cords in the box provided by the exit when leaving.
I. DIPLOMA
At the “Awarding of the Diploma Ceremony” (June 17), you will receive your diploma on stage.
If you do not attend the ceremony, you should make arrangements with the Main Office to pick it
up. E-mails can be sent directly to Lynn Lutz at llutz@lakeland.k12.nj.us.
J. GRADUATION CONDUCT
1. Please conduct yourself with dignity and respect throughout both ceremonies.
2. Students causing any disruption prior to, during, or after the ceremonies will be removed from
further participation and will not be issued a diploma pending a parental/guardian conference
and/or other administrative action.
3. As courtesy and adult behavior would dictate, your individual attention is expected toward all
program speakers. Your family members and friends are there to show their pride in you on
your special days. Please do not disappoint them and embarrass yourself by acting in a manner
that will result in your removal from the Graduation Ceremonies.K. GUEST CONDUCT
Disruptions of any kind will not be permitted during the ceremonies and Lakeland Regional High
School retains the right to remove anyone not abiding by the code of conduct from our campus
and/or the Warwick Drive-In.
L. PICTURE TAKING AT COMMENCEMENT EXERCISES
Lifetouch Special Events will be providing professional photography coverage for the
Commencement Ceremony. All graduates will be photographed. A proof will be sent to you after
the ceremony free of charge. If you pre-register with Lifetouch at
https://events.lifetouch.com/lakelandregwanaquenj you will receive an email when additional
images are available for viewing and purchasing. To register, simply key in this year's event link
and enter your information. In addition, proof sheets and ordering information will be mailed
home. Please do not set up cameras during the ceremony or walk on the Athletic Field as this is
distracting to viewers.
M. WALKING AT GRADUATION
Only students who have completed the Board of Education “approved graduation requirements”
by Tuesday, June 15, 2021, will be permitted to participate in the graduation ceremonies. Students
not meeting the graduation requirements have the option to register for the Lakeland Regional
High School Summer School Program. Please contact Mr. Damiano Conforti at
lakelandsummerschool@gmail.com for summer school information.
CONGRATULATIONS!
Graduation is a distinctive time when faculty, administration, Board of Education members, parents,
relatives, friends, and community members come together to celebrate your success in meeting a special
goal in life. We are all here to celebrate YOU and what you have accomplished. You are all special on this
day no matter what award or scholarship you may (or may not) have received. On June 17, Chief School
Administrator, Mr. Hugh Beattie will be especially proud to recognize and certify you to the Board of
Education as having met all of the requirements to become a graduate of Lakeland regional High School –
a special honor indeed given how challenging these last two years have been!2021 End of School Year Events
Thursday, May 27 Spring Drama Play TBD 7:00pm-9:00pm
Thursday, June 3 (rain date Band Gala LRHS Athletic 6:30pm-9:30pm
6/8) Field
Wednesday, June 9 Senior Awards Virtual VIRTUAL
Thursday, June 10 & Dist. of Caps, Gowns,
Friday, June 11 Tickets, Yearbooks ERASE Room 8:30am-2:30pm
Monday, June 14 Lancer Club Athletic Virtual 7:00pm-8:30pm
Awards
Tuesday, June 15 Senior Prom Westmount 7:00pm-11:00pm
Country Club
Wednesday, June 16 Drive-In Graduation Warwick Drive In 9:00 pm
(arrive @ 8:15pm)
Thursday, June 17 (rain date Awarding of the Diplomas LRHS 6:30pm -8:30pm
6/18) (arrive @ 6:00pm)You can also read
