Student Life
Class of 2026 Events
Senior Year-End Celebrations
As we enter the final months of the school year, we look forward to celebrating the Class of 2026 through a series of meaningful senior events. Below is the full schedule of key dates, along with important information for families.
Important Dates at a Glance
Thursday, April 30 - College Decision Day & Breakfast
7:00 a.m. in the parking lot near Querbes Hall
Friday, May 1 - Senior Awards Ceremony and Cap & Gown Distribution
8:00 to 9:30 a.m. in Jeuck Auditorium
Students receiving an award will receive a specific invite prior to the event with all important details. Parents are invited to attend. There will be a small reception after the award ceremony. The cap-and-gown cost is covered by the graduation fee.
Friday, May 1 - Senior Celebration
6:00 to 11:00 p.m. at Saint Viator
Seniors will enjoy an evening together filled with lots of laughter and fun. We thank the Parents Club for organizing and funding this event, so students can attend FOR FREE. Any senior parents wishing to help with decorations, setup, or cleanup are encouraged to email svhs.seniorcelebration.2026@gmail.com.
Monday, May 11 - Last FULL Day of Classes
Tuesday, May 12 and Wednesday, May 13 - Senior Exams
Schedule will follow the typical block schedule:
Monday - N1-N4 Exams
Tuesday - R1-R4 Exams
AP Exams will take precedence over senior finals. If you need to make up a senior final due to AP exams, please coordinate with your teacher, counselor, and/or Mr. Levin.
Friday, May 15 - Prom
7:00 - 11:00 p.m. at the Glen Club
7:00 a.m. in the parking lot near Querbes Hall
Friday, May 1 - Senior Awards Ceremony and Cap & Gown Distribution
8:00 to 9:30 a.m. in Jeuck Auditorium
Students receiving an award will receive a specific invite prior to the event with all important details. Parents are invited to attend. There will be a small reception after the award ceremony. The cap-and-gown cost is covered by the graduation fee.
Friday, May 1 - Senior Celebration
6:00 to 11:00 p.m. at Saint Viator
Seniors will enjoy an evening together filled with lots of laughter and fun. We thank the Parents Club for organizing and funding this event, so students can attend FOR FREE. Any senior parents wishing to help with decorations, setup, or cleanup are encouraged to email svhs.seniorcelebration.2026@gmail.com.
Monday, May 11 - Last FULL Day of Classes
Tuesday, May 12 and Wednesday, May 13 - Senior Exams
Schedule will follow the typical block schedule:
Monday - N1-N4 Exams
Tuesday - R1-R4 Exams
AP Exams will take precedence over senior finals. If you need to make up a senior final due to AP exams, please coordinate with your teacher, counselor, and/or Mr. Levin.
Friday, May 15 - Prom
7:00 - 11:00 p.m. at the Glen Club
Tickets will be sold April 13-May 4th, since the venue needs a final number a week prior to the event. Ticket prices will be no more than $150 per person, depending on final fundraising efforts. If students need financial assistance, please contact Mr. Levin. The goal is for all seniors to be at prom to enjoy a night together, and we do not want
cost to deter anyone from attending. Prom guidelines and sign-up details will be sent out in the near future. Students will need to provide their own means of transportation. Seniors scheduled to take AP Exams on Friday, May 15, should discuss their plan with Mr. Levin.
cost to deter anyone from attending. Prom guidelines and sign-up details will be sent out in the near future. Students will need to provide their own means of transportation. Seniors scheduled to take AP Exams on Friday, May 15, should discuss their plan with Mr. Levin.
Wednesday, May 20 - Mandatory Graduation Practice
9:15 - 10:45 a.m. in Cahill Gym
A full graduation walk-through and a preview of the Baccalaureate Mass will occur. Seniors will receive a graduation packet that includes their graduation tickets, cords/pins, extra certificates, and medical forms. Seniors can donate any uniform polos, pants, spiritwear, and lanyards to be placed in the uniform exchange. Students do not need to wear uniforms for graduation practice.
Thursday, May 21 - Baccalaureate Mass
7:00 - 8:30 p.m. in Cahill Gym
Seating will be on a first-come, first-served basis. There will be no restrictions on the number of people in the group. We will update you if this changes. Please contact Mrs. Cathy Abrahamian via email at cabrahamian@saintviator.com or phone (847-392-4050, ext. 216) with any questions. Students are to wear their graduation gown (without the cap) over formal attire appropriate for a liturgical celebration. All attire should be respectful, modest, and in keeping with the solemnity of the Mass. Gentlemen are expected to wear a dress shirt with a collar (preferably a button-down), dress slacks, dress shoes, and a tie is encouraged. Ladies should wear a modest dress or a blouse paired with skirt or dress slacks with formal shoes.
9:15 - 10:45 a.m. in Cahill Gym
A full graduation walk-through and a preview of the Baccalaureate Mass will occur. Seniors will receive a graduation packet that includes their graduation tickets, cords/pins, extra certificates, and medical forms. Seniors can donate any uniform polos, pants, spiritwear, and lanyards to be placed in the uniform exchange. Students do not need to wear uniforms for graduation practice.
Thursday, May 21 - Baccalaureate Mass
7:00 - 8:30 p.m. in Cahill Gym
Seating will be on a first-come, first-served basis. There will be no restrictions on the number of people in the group. We will update you if this changes. Please contact Mrs. Cathy Abrahamian via email at cabrahamian@saintviator.com or phone (847-392-4050, ext. 216) with any questions. Students are to wear their graduation gown (without the cap) over formal attire appropriate for a liturgical celebration. All attire should be respectful, modest, and in keeping with the solemnity of the Mass. Gentlemen are expected to wear a dress shirt with a collar (preferably a button-down), dress slacks, dress shoes, and a tie is encouraged. Ladies should wear a modest dress or a blouse paired with skirt or dress slacks with formal shoes.
Friday, May 22 - Graduation
7:30 - 9:00 p.m. in Cahill Gym
Seniors must arrive by 6:30 p.m. Students will meet in Querbes Hall. Tickets are required. Each student will receive 4 tickets per student. Students will wear both the cap and the gown and any cords/pins they received. Students should not alter their caps or gowns in any way. To return tickets you will not be using, request extra tickets (very limited quantities), or request any special-need reserve seating, please contact Mrs. Cathy Abrahamian. A live stream of graduation will be available in the auditorium (no tickets required). A live stream link will be provided closer to graduation.
7:30 - 9:00 p.m. in Cahill Gym
Seniors must arrive by 6:30 p.m. Students will meet in Querbes Hall. Tickets are required. Each student will receive 4 tickets per student. Students will wear both the cap and the gown and any cords/pins they received. Students should not alter their caps or gowns in any way. To return tickets you will not be using, request extra tickets (very limited quantities), or request any special-need reserve seating, please contact Mrs. Cathy Abrahamian. A live stream of graduation will be available in the auditorium (no tickets required). A live stream link will be provided closer to graduation.
Senior Celebration Support & Volunteer Opportunities
Please review the Parents Club Senior Celebration Letter for important information about the event.
Senior Celebration – May 1
Senior Celebration – May 1
