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3. Attendance  No School on April 8. Must be in school by 11am.  Enter through the basketball courts to the gym.  Refunds cannot be made for students who do not attend Grad Bash because of class absence on April 17, 2015.

4. Car Parking  The Senior lot will be available for overnight parking.  Miami Palmetto Senior High School cannot guarantee the safety of your car.  Do not leave valuables inside car.  It is recommended to have a parent/friend drop you off and pick you up.

5. Dress Code NOT OK’d  Clothing affiliated with any school, sports team, group, club, etc. (ex: letterman jackets, clothing with school logos, etc.)  Gang paraphernalia, jewelry, tattoos, clothing or other insignias of any kind  Clothing or accessories with area codes  Visible undergarments  Clothing with visible tears, holes, and shredding  Belts, wallet chains, or jewelry of any kind containing spikes  Extremely revealing clothing including: bathing suit tops, bottoms, or see-through clothing of any kind  Any clothing deemed inappropriate at a school function  Guys may not wear tank tops or undershirts

6. Dress Code NOT OK’d  Clothing with language or graphics that are obscene, offensive or suggestive of sexual, vulgar, drug, alcohol, or tobacco-related messaging  Hats and other head attire  Jeans  Flip Flops  Tights as pants  All backpacks, briefcases, hip packs, camera bags, tote bags, and oversized purses larger than 8.5" x 11"  Weapons, knives, laser pointers, chemical irritants, and aerosol cans/bottles of any type/kind  Guys and girls may not wear basketball shorts of any kind  Girls may not wear tube tops, tube top dresses, one-shoulder shirts, or any other shoulder dress of any kind

7. Dress Code OK’d  GIRLS:  Dresses, skirts, capris or Bermuda shorts - no shorter three fingers above the knee.  Casual pants  Casual blouses and tops with sleeves at least three inches wide  Comfortable shoes (including clean tennis shoes, dress sandals, flats and boots)  Purses no larger than 8.5" x 5.5“ (All bags will be searched)  GUYS:  Casual pants or shorts, secured at waist  Shirts with sleeves (golf/polo, dress shirts with sleeves), sport jackets and dress suits  Comfortable shoes (including clean tennis shoes, dress shoes, boat shoes and boots)

8. Departure  Meet in the gym by 11:30 AM.  Students who are late will be left. No refunds for students who miss their bus.  You should be back on Saturday at approximately 8 A.M. Please let your parents know to be there on time! You will keep in touch on the road.  Only students traveling in official Miami Palmetto Senior High Grad Bash buses will be admitted into Universal.  No students will be allowed on the buses until a chaperone arrives.  YOU MUST BRING A PICTURE ID TO CHECK IN BOARD YOUR BUS.

9. Departure  Refer to the Grad Bash Dress Code, inappropriate attire can cause you to lose hours of time in the park!  Plan on the possibility of cold weather. A sweater or light coat might be a good idea. Also, bring a poncho if you have one, rain is ALWAYS possible.  No water bottles and/or snacks allowed in the park.  Universal has a NO-SMOKING POLICY during Grad Bash. Don’t bring cigarettes, e-cigarettes, over the counter medication, or illegal substances.  Start heading towards the exit at 1:30 AM. Takes a while.  Late arrivals may result in disciplinary consequences at school.

10. Bus Behavior  Follow chaperone and bus driver instructions at all times.  No portable speakers for music. Must Bring headphones to listen to your own music.  Not responsible for items left on the bus.  Students must be cooperative with both the adult and student chaperones, especially while taking attendance.  No Food or Drinks allowed on bus.  Bring age appropriate movies for the ride.

11. Food and Drinks  NO FOOD OR DRINKS allowed on the buses.  Eat before you get on the buses. You will ALL have first lunch on the day Grad Bash.  We will stop at a service plaza (most likely Ft. Drum), but it may vary depending on traffic.  It is advisable that you bring change for the machines, as the lines do get very long and you only have 30 minutes.

12. Medications  Prescription medications are the ONLY medicines allowed into Grad Bash.  Those needing prescription medicines must bring in a note on your physician’s stationary by March 25, 2016 to Mrs. Valero’s designee. Any medication must be checked in upon entering Universal.  Over the counter medication will be confiscated. This includes bronchial inhalers.  Anyone with Diabetic needs must include note on field trip form signed separately by parent in order to bring food on bus.  Expect a drug dog search before entering the bus!

13. Chaperone Headquarters  There, you can report any emergencies: usually at:  Universal Studios- Horror Makeup Show in Hollywood  Islands of Adventure- Circus Mcgurkus Café in Seuss Landing and Mythos Restaurant in Lost Continent  Look out for location of First Aid upon entering the parks.

14. Important Reminders  Don’t lose admission ticket. It will be given to you as you get off bus.  Get map when you arrive.  SMOKING IS NOT ALLOWED!!!  Take note of where you need to exit at the end of the night. Last year we exited from The Hulk… it may be different!  Ride the popular rides first: ex. Rip Ride Rocket and Harry Potter.

15. Important Reminders  Wait until late in the evening to buy large souvenirs. Rest stops do not have “official gear”.  Undercover officers are located throughout the park.  Tickets are not refundable…no exceptions!!! This includes violations of code of conduct or attendance contracts. This trip is a reward, NOT A RIGHT!  Bring exact amount of $140 in cash or money order. NO CHECKS WILL BE ACCEPTED.  Don’t sell tickets…they will be absolutely worthless.  On Jan 27 & 28, be on time for sales! For buses:  Have the full sheet filled out with everyone’s name and ID number listed.  Each bus assignment must have the name of two suggestions for Student Chaperones. These students will have a meeting prior to Grad Bash.  Fast Pass (for United Way) being sold during lunch on the 26th  Fast Pass (for The Quest) go to the front of the line on your assigned date of sale.

16. Lastly…  Be smart! Remember: You are on a school field trip… that comes with consequences for bad behavior!  Don’t like the rules? Don’t go!  Tickets may sell out, and once they’re gone… they’re GONE!  But of course, be ready for an amazing night!

17. Activities Site:  This slide presentation is on the Student Activities section of our website.  www.palmettopanthers.org  Go to Palmetto’s Site and click on Activities