PARENT INFORMATION

GradNite is a drug and alcohol-free environment; an all-night celebration for all MVHS graduates. Every grad who participates will never forget this special night. Chaperoning parents who attend gain a treasured memory. This party is organized by parent volunteers as a safe and sane alternative to private graduation parties.

Why attend Grad Nite? Statistics show that the night after graduation is one of the most dangerous in a young person’s life. Grad Nite demonstrates that a safe, drug and alcohol-free celebration with friends is both possible and great fun.

Where are they going? Why can't I know? The location of your Grad Nite is secret for security reasons. The closely held secret location also provides an element of surprise and mystique.  The board has chosen a very exciting location that probably no Grads have seen or even know of.

What can graduates bring to Grad Nite? Since everything is provided at the venue, no money is needed, hence there is no need for a wallet or purse. Casual clothing and a light jacket is advised.  All that is allowed is the student ID card (PLEASE BRING TO CHECK-IN) and a camera, NOT including cellular phone cameras.

Why are the graduates not allowed to bring cell phones? For security related reasons cell phones are not allowed. Graduates cannot be allowed to call friends from the venue which could motivate those friends to try to “crash” Grad Nite.

Why can't they drive to the school and home in the morning? A driver that has been up all night is impaired similarly to being intoxicated. Our goal is to keep the new graduate safe. We will confiscate keys during check-in. Please drop off your graduate and plan on picking him/her up at 6AM.

What about my child with disabilities or special needs? We want all seniors to join in the fun, so please contact us and we'll see what we can do to accommodate them too.

What does it cost to attend GradNite? The GradNite forms indicate attendance costs $150, until December 31, 2011, when the cost increases to $175 and eventually to $200.  Please see the Combo: Ticket & Agreement Form for more information. 100% of these funds go toward the event.

The cost to attend is a financial hardship right now.  How can my student go? Our goal is 100% attendance. If the cost to attend is a financial hardship, please contact a board member for a confidential discussion. Buying a ticket early saves 30% as well.

Privacy:  All information shared with MVHSGN is considered and treated as confidential, including e-mail addresses, other contact information and banking information.