When: Friday, May 15th @ 7:00 PM. Doors open at 5:30pm.
Graduates should arrive at Cable Dahmer between 6:00 p.m. 6:15 p.m.

Where: Cable Dahmer Arena, 19100 East Valley View Parkway Independence MO
** Graduates should enter at GATE 2 (south enterance)
**Guests should enter at GATE 1 (east entrance)

Accessibility and ADA Seating

Accessible seating is available on the lower level, located between sections 106 and 107. Patrons needing accessible seating may enter Cable Dahmer Arena at the South or East entrance for access. There are two elevators available to handicapped patrons to provide access between levels. They are located in the concourse behind sections 103 and 112 on the Main Concourse level (just to the right of the main entrance).

Rules of Conduct for Cable Dahmer Arena:

In order to maintain a safe and enjoyable environment, we ask that while visiting Cable Dahmer Arena, guests be courteous and respectful to those around them and abide by venue policies. Guests using foul or abusive language, behaving in an unruly manner, or appearing intoxicated are subject to ejection.

The following items are prohibited:
• Professional cameras with detachable lenses
• Audio/Video recording devices (GoPro, iPad, tablets, Google Glasses, Spectacles, etc.)
• Selfie Sticks, Tripods, Monopods
• Outside food and/or beverages
• Oversized bags and backpacks (no larger than 12" x 6" x 12")
• Cans, Metal/Glass/Plastic Containers, Bottles, or Flasks
• Illegal drugs or substances (zero tolerance on this)
• Incendiary devices, flammable liquids, aerosol cans, and permanent markers
• Weapons of any kind
• Strollers (exceptions made for collapsible ones that fit under the seat)
• Flashlights, laser pointers, flares, fireworks, and confetti
• Noise-making devices (air horns, whistles, bells, vuvuzelas, etc.)
• Balloons, balls, projectiles, optical illusions
• Seat cushions or booster seats: cannot have zippers, pockets, or concealable areas
• Masks, chains, studded belts, or bracelets
• Clothing, garments, or signs displaying explicit language, profanity, or derogatory characterization

Graduate Processional/Ceremony procedures:

• Seniors will enter Cable Dahmer Arena through Gate 2, at the south entrance, by 6:15 p.m. We encourage students not to bring items with them. There will be no area for graduates to leave their belongings. Seniors will be responsible for carrying anything they bring with them for the entire duration of the ceremony.


• Upon arrival, each senior will find their senior mentor. Seniors with the last name A-Martinez-Magana will stay near Gate 2 and find their mentor. Seniors with the last name Matney-Z will walk behind the stage to the north side and find their mentor there. Every senior will check in with their mentor and be issued a card with their name typed on it to be read during the ceremony.


• Just before the processional, graduates will form two lines based on their mentor teacher. The first line, last names beginning A-Martinez-Magana, will process along the south side of the arena (approximately sections 103-110). The second line, last names beginning Matney-Z , will process along the north side of the arena (approximately sections 118-111).

To the Graduate:

• When you move with your mentor group toward the stage for the reading of names, as you approach the stage, you will get your picture taken by a photographer (Pearce Photography, see below for ordering information). A staff member will be there to assist you and to make this quick and efficient. After the picture and once it is your turn, you will walk up a few steps and hand your name card to the faculty member at the podium at the side of the stage.
• After your name is read, proceed to the center of the stage, shake the hand of the Board of Education member, and receive your diploma cover. Once you receive your diploma cover, exit the stage down the center steps and follow the leader back to your same seat.


• After the last graduate’s name is read, The Faculty Speaker will lead you in the cap toss from your seats.


• After the cap toss, your mentor will lead you to pick up your diploma behind the stage or in the foyer by gate 2.


• You will immediately exit the arena to meet your guests in the parking lot after picking up your diploma.

Dress for graduates:

To participate in the ceremony, make sure your dress is appropriate as follows:

• Graduation gowns should be removed from packaging as soon as possible. If needed, they can be pressed/steamed, but use caution.


• Caps should be worn straight with tassels on the right side. Caps should also be original design from the manufacturer and not decorated in any custom way. If they are decorated they will be confiscated.
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• A reminder that personal items cannot be stored in the facility during the ceremony. You must carry everything you bring with you throughout the ceremony.




Diplomas:

Students will pick up their diplomas immediately after the graduation ceremony. Students choosing not to participate in graduation or students who do not pick up their diploma after the ceremony can pick up their diploma beginning on May 18 in the front office at Lee’s Summit North, Monday-Friday, 7:30-3:00 pm.

Pictures: On the night of graduation, Pearce Photo will take pictures of each senior receiving their diploma, as well as a group photo of seniors throwing their graduation caps in the air immediately following the ceremony. All orders may be submitted directly to Pearce Photo either online at pearcephoto.com or by calling Pearce Photo at 816-331-8586. You may preorder now.




Live Streaming:

We offer our LSN families and friends an opportunity to watch the graduation ceremony through live streaming as well. The link will be on the LSN website, or you can click https://youtube.com/live/3mk6it4F8iA/