Greetings, Bates Class of 2025 families –

Commencement Weekend is just a few short months away! Baccalaureate will take place on Saturday, May 24, and Commencement itself is on Sunday, May 25. You can expect several updates from our team between now and then, and we encourage you to bookmark several of the items below:

• The schedule of events for the weekend is now available, along with a helpful FAQ page. Both the schedule and FAQ will continue to be updated throughout the spring.
• Your seniors have received information on cap and gown orders, which must be placed by Friday, March 21. Your seniors also received information on Senior Portrait sessions and the senior survey. Please encourage your Bobcats to meet these deadlines.
• Keep an eye on your mailbox! The Class of 2025 Baccalaureate Committee is sending a letter this month inviting families to contribute to the festivities, and printed announcements for Commencement will be mailed in April.
• If you have a co-parent who did not receive this update, they can update their contact information now to receive the most up-to-date information from our team.

We will provide you with additional Commencement updates over the next few months, and we look forward to celebrating with you and your grads this spring!

With best regards,
The Bates Parent Team