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Seniors Overview

Reminder of Senior Attendance Requirements:

The expectation is that all seniors maintain a second semester cumulative attendance rate of 85% or higher to remain eligible for participation in senior events.

  •  High standards of behavior are expected in school, at school activities and in the community.
  • Go to Eagle Lab/Homeroom check-in so no important updates/announcements are missed!
  • Students may be disciplined for activities that take place on or off campus, anything during, before or after regular school hours.
  • Seniors must maintain at least 85% attendance and cannot incur any Level 4 or higher disciplinary infractions in order to attend senior events starting 11/3. Admin reserves the right to reconsider any student with extenuating circumstances.
Class of 2026 Fall Meeting for Parents/Guardians
We’re hosting an informational meeting to help seniors and their families stay on track and make the most of their final year. The meeting will cover key events, fees, a general ‘to-do list’ leading up to graduation, and a recap of the counselor's presentation from Curriculum Night.
 
October 29, 2025 

Senior Portraits

To view and order senior portraits, contact Picture-Day Studios
773-276-4588
 
Yearbook Picture (only) -- Last chance!
November 5, 2025
Lunch periods
Jones South Cafeteria
 
Studio Session
Portraits and yearbook photos
Location: Picture Day Studio (Logan Square)
Book: (773) 276-4588 -or- www.pictureday.co/senior_sessions/
  • November 1
  • November 15
 
Note: $30 Sitting fee, multiple poses, backdrop options and opportunity for wardrobe change.

Senior Lock-in

Friday, December 12, 2025

Time: TBD

Panoramic Class Picture

Thursday, April 23, 2026

Buckingham Fountain

 

Class of 2026 Spring Parent Meeting

Monday, April 1, 2026

5:30 PM -7:00 PM

South Building Theater

  • An informal, in-person meeting that will discuss upcoming senior events, fees, and other items to help you and your grad prepare for graduation
  • At this time, the meeting will not be livestreamed, but the information will be available on the class page after the meeting.
 

Postsecondary Decision Day
TBD

 

Grad Nite (Six Flags)

Friday, May 1, 2026
8:30 PM - 3:45 AM (Drop off and pick up from Jones College Prep)
Six Flags Great America in Gurnee, IL 60031
 
 
Senior Awards Convocation
May 20, 2026 
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
 

Senior Prom

Friday, May 23, 2025

7:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Bridgeport Art Center
1200 W 35th St, Chicago, IL 60609
 
  • $TBD per ticket (cash only)
    • Tickets are on sale in the lobby during lunch periods TBD
    • Ticket(s) are final sale, non-refundable and non-transferable. The names of students and their guests will be held at the door, and no physical ticket will be issued.
  • Seniors are allowed to bring one (1) guest to the prom. All guests must be under 21.
  • Senior Prom Guest Form (Guest form must be presented before purchasing a guest ticket) [PDF]
  • Students and guests are expected to conduct themselves according to the CPS Rights & Responsibilities and not jeopardize other senior events/activities during your last few weeks. Failure to abide by the CPS Rights & Responsibilities can result in behavioral consequences, including non-participation in the graduation ceremony
 

Senior Yearbook Signing Event

The year isn't complete without getting your yearbook and a free box lunch from Jimmy John's. When you come for the yearbook signing, you'll need to scan in to receive both your yearbook and your senior lunch box -- Don't forget to bring your student ID!

Thursday, May 29
11:10- 1:35 PM (Your assigned lunch only)
North Gallery/Courtyard
 
Senior Exams, Book Return, Chromebook return, Locker cleanout
May 26 & 27, 2026
8:00 AM – 3:15 PM
 
 
Graduation Commencement

Saturday, May 30, 2026

6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Credit Union One Arena

525 S. Racine

Chicago, IL 60607