The PTSA, in collaboration with the school counselors and college advisors, is hosting National Signing Day (NSD) at BTWHSPVA on Thursday, May 1st, for a campus-wide post-secondary celebration! All students are invited to the greenroom during enrichment and will have a combined lunch. Senior students will announce their post-secondary commitments with special activities to commemorate their next endeavor.

• Seniors are encouraged to wear spirit wear representing their future endeavors, whether that be college, trade school, military service, freelance artistry, career work, etc. 

Event Schedule- Enrichment + Lunch 12 pm - 1:30 pm

• Step 1 Seniors line up in The Commons
• Step 2 Seniors exit The Commons to walk across the Greenroom (stage right) to make their announcement with Ms. Butler
• Step 3 Seniors exit (stage left) to go back inside the commons to enter the Senior Cafe through the indoor stairs
• Step 4 Seniors enter the Senior Cafe through the inside doors to place a destination pin on the USA map, take a photo and enjoy a cupcake
• Step 5 Seniors check-in with Mr. Mata
• Step 6 Seniors exit the Senior Cafe to the greenroom to celebrate and eat lunch with all students.

Senior Check-In Days - May 12-15, 2025

Students must attend school from 10 am - 12 pm each day. Attendance will be taken.

• May 12 Yearbook Pick-up and signing, Green Room
• May 13 Cap and Gown Photos, MAT lobby, school provides gowns, etc.
• May 13 Seniors vs Faculty Volleyball Game, T. Boone Pickens YMCA of Dallas 601 N. Akard St. Dallas, TX 75201, 5-7 pm, Click here to RSVP by May 12 (students only)
• May 14 Games Day hosted by Senior Council, Green Room
• May 15 Friendship Day hosted by Senior Council, Green Room
• May 15 Senior Awards Ceremony, MAT, 6-8 pm (parents invited)

Senior Check-Out Day - May 16, 2025

• 8:30 am - 10:30 am Senior Breakfast, Sammy's BBQ 2126 Leonard St. Dallas, TX 75201, (hosted by PTSA + Senior Council), Senior Superlatives will be announced. Click here to RSVP by May 12 (students only).  
• 10:30 am - 1pm  Turn in your checkout sheet in the MAT lobby. Pick up: Cap and gown, honors cords, and graduation tickets16 Lunch Jam
• 12:45 pm - 1:30 pm Lunch Jam (all school yearbook signing day)

Senior Conservatory Dinners - May 19-22, 2025

Each conservatory invites seniors and their family to a special catered dinner on campus to honor and celebrate their accomplishments. Please RSVP on the link below.

• May 19 Visual Arts, Hudson Gallery, 6:30 pm, Click here to RSVP
• May 20 Music, The Commons, 6 pm,  Click here for more senior information
• May 21 Dance, Zero Floor Studios, 6:30 pm, Click here to RSVP
• May 22, Theatre, The Commons, 6:30 pm, Click here to RSVP

Senior Party - May 21, 2025

Students enjoy the CO25 Senior Party on Wednesday, May 21 from 1-3 pm at Altitude Trampoline Park located at 110 W. Campbell Rd. Richardson,TX. Entry fee, pizza and sweets provided by the PTSA!

• RSVP by May 12 - Click here. Include dietary restrictions.
• Waiver Required - Click here- Parents must print and sign the waiver. Students must have the waiver in printed for, to enter the venue. 

Baccalaureate - May 24, 2025

The annual Baccalaureate Ceremony celebrating our graduating seniors will take place at FUMC Dallas on Saturday, May 24 from 11 am - 12 pm. A special guest speaker who is a proud alum of BTWHSPVA will give the keynote address. Families are welcome! No tickets required. Seating is open. 

• RSVP - Click here to RSVP your family attendance by May 12.
• Seniors wear their cap and gown and must line up at 10 am.
• A small reception will follow in the atrium with photo opportunities.
• Location: First United Methodist Church 1928 Ross Ave. Dallas
• Parking is in the Bryan Tower Garage.

Graduation - May 25, 2025 at 5 pm

Location: The Meyerson Symphony Center, 2301 Flora St. Dallas, TX 75201

Schedule for Seniors:

• 9 am Load in for Musicians
• 10:30 am - Student Arrival
• 11 am - 1 pm - All Senior Rehearsal (must wear graduation shoes)
• 1 pm - 3 pm - Performer Tech Rehearsal
• 4 pm - Call time for ALL SENIORS
• 5 pm - Graduation Ceremony

Additional Graduation Information:

• Attire - No mandatory attire is required. Students typically wear what parents desire for photos with family. 
• Cords - Only honor cords received from BTWHSPVA may be worn. No medals or other items.
• Cap + Gowns - Order through Jostens. Remember to hang up your cap and gown a few days prior to graduation to get the wrinkles out. Graduation caps are not allowed to be decorated.
• Tickets - Each senior will receive 6-7 tickets. A link to request 1 additional ticket will be available May 1. Tickets are for general seating.
• Livestream - Graduation will be streamed live and recorded through DISD. A link will be provided.
• Audience etiquette: Please be respectful when student names are called so everyone can hear. No bull horns.

REMINDER - RSVP by May 12 to attend the PTSA sponsored activities:

• May 13 - Seniors vs. Faculty Volleyball Game, YMCA Dallas 601 N. Akard St. Dallas, TX 75201, 5-7 pm (seniors only)
• May 16 - Senior Breakfast, Sammy's BBQ 2126 Leonard St, Dallas, TX 75201, 8:30 am - 10:30 am (seniors only)
• May 21 - Senior Party, Altitude Trampoline Park 110 W. Campbell Rd. Richardson, TX 75080, 1-3 pm (seniors only)
• May 24 - Baccalaureate, First United Methodist Church 1928 Ross Ave. Dallas, TX 75201,  11 am - 12 pm (families invited)

There's only a handful of activities that volunteers are needed for the remaining of the year. Please lend a helping hand during Senior Send off week.

FINAL TESTING DATES

• AP Testing is May 5-16 - Morning exams begin at 9:10 am; check-in at 8:30 am. Once AP testing is complete turn in laptop to library
• TSIA - The last day to complete TSIA requirement is May 1. All seniors must be deemed "College Ready" by the state. "College Read" = Qualifying scores in Math and ELA on SAT, ACT, AP Tests, TSIA

Questions? Contact Amy Buehler, PTSA Class of 2025 Committee Chair at btwhspva2025@gmail.com.

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