Several of you have asked for a virtual Kindergarten Graduation option, and we are happy to be able to accommodate!  Please use the ticketing option below to secure your graduate's participation.  Your confirmation email will include the link to the online event which you can share with friends and family who want to be present. PLEASE NOTE:  This virtual event will not have technical assistance.  Essential can only offer the web link.  We do not handle the speed of your internet service, your speakers, your microphone, and your ability to access the event link.  This event uses the Microsoft Teams service, and you can go to their support page to discover more and perhaps find assistance with any technical issues.  We do know that this service DOES NOT work effectively using the Safari web browser, and if you are viewing/interacting from your mobile device, we highly recommend downloading the Microsoft Teams app and creating a free Microsoft account for best experience. This special day typically includes a slideshow of our graduates, a personal recognition by parents, opportunities to share accomplishments through presentations and table displays, and a special cake reception for family and friends.  We will adapt these things for a virtual experience.  Special participation packets for parents will need to be picked up from our offices, and presentations/displays will need to be submitted in advance. For your graduate to participate, NEEDED BY MARCH 15 Order any needed caps/gowns/tassels by March 15th (click here for options).  We encourage all graduates to have a cap and tassel.  Our group order helps keep cost low. Order Graduation Supplies Now NEEDED BY MAY 1 Pay the graduation fee for your graduate's participation below. Email to info@essentialchurchschool.org: 3 pictures of your graduate to us (include at least 1 baby photo) your graduate's full name for diploma, and preferred name for special recognitions Invite family and friends to join us for this special day! FAQS What does the graduation fee cover?  Event space coordination, personalized reception and diploma, and printing costs. What do graduates usually wear?  Most graduates wear “church” clothes  with a cap, gown, and tassel.  We encourage all graduates to have at least a cap/tassel. What do parents normally say at presentation of diploma?  We have parents come up with their graduate to present the diploma.  Most parents share about the things that make them proud of their graduate, but often it is a simple handoff and hug.  Please plan to keep your presentation to 3-5 minutes.