Planning a Graduation Party – A 6 Step Process

Not everyone knows what is exactly supposed tograduation party, whether you are having simple
happen on graduation day. So you should consult withappetizers, a sit-down dinner, or even a buffet, some
your students school for the most specific informationsort of decorative tableware is essential. You'll require
on the do and don't for a graduation party.plates and spoons, utensils, cups, and napkins. You can
For the graduation party there can be various ideaseither opt for plain tableware or anything in your high
which can be bought into picture and one thing youschools colors, and even printed napkins.
need to do is create a party planning checklist. TheAnother unique way of decorating your graduation
ideas of graduation party can be discussed on variousparty is to hang college jerseys, sweat shirts, pennants,
parameters like food, music, dress, theme, invitations,and anything to do with your high school or college.
budget and many others beside small necessityUsing these, as decorations will give your party
without which party cannot be conducted.decorations an interesting twist. Decorate the walls
Step 1 -Before you can even think of getting started,with crepe paper in the colors of your high school or
remember you need to pick a date for your graduationcollege, or you can even go for your own color theme.
party. Check your school calendar as well as yourStep 4 – Ordering thegraduation announcements
personal calendar to see if there are any other eventsfor family members and close friends. There really isn't
that might coincide with your date. Even if you aren'tanything wrong with sending out announcements to
attending any of those events, some of your friendscolleagues, distant relatives and not-so-good friends,
might be. There is absolutely no need to spend abut you must always make sure that you include a
fortune on throwing a graduation party. With a little bit‘No gifts please' notation. This is the same in the
of budgeting and a few sacrifices here and there, youcase of graduation invitations. However, most schools
can still throw a really cool party. When you'reand colleges impose a certain limit on the number of
contemplating on a date, first decide whether youspectators who are attending the ceremony. So, it is
would like to host the party in the mornings, afternoonsvery important to think carefully before sending out the
or evenings. Choose a unique location. Whether youinvitations. Thus, it is always better to invite your close
would like it indoors or outdoors, at home or at a club,friends and family. Graduation invitation etiquettes
location does matter. Again, you are encouraged to beinclude informing your guests about the following
different.details:
Step 2 - Next in line comes ordering for your tables,Step 5 – You need to determine the dress code of
chairs or even tents. Call the caterers or even localeveryone attending the graduation party. If you're
restaurants to check price differences. If you reallythrowing an unusual theme part, then make sure you
want to make your party different and you want tostate the dress code. If it is a formal function like a
add an exotic touch to the whole event, decide upon adinner party wherein your entire college faculty will be
party theme. From a sports theme to a beach party,attending, then you must also dress in the proper attire.
your theme can be anything you want it to be. MakeAlways carry a dinner jacket. Young ladies should
sure you buy all the decorations like the centerpiecesalways wear evening gowns. Accessories should be
and the balloons and streamers beforehand so thatsimple and elegant, while makeup should be moderate.
you won't have to rush to the stores at the very lastStep 6 – Directions to the party. If you are not
minute.having the party at your house or someplace where
Step 3 – Decorations for the party. You can addeverybody is familiar with then you need to provide
flair to all your tables by decorating them with beautifulvery good written directions, a map and your phone
centerpieces and other forms of decoration. Makenumber to ensure that no one gets lost.
your own centerpieces by using candles, pictures andLast but not least make sure the graduating students
mementos, balloons, and flowers. Or, you can opt forand all guest have a great time.
graduation themed table centerpieces. For your