Party Tips For Your Graduate

Graduation is a huge milestone for your child, to say the least. Graduation is an exciting time, but also one that is filled with nostalgia about the memories you have made so far with your child, letting go of the past, and saying hello to a bright future.

After the graduates' names have been read and diplomas handed out, it's time to ditch the caps and gowns and enjoy a party for your special graduate. A celebration is in order before your graduate heads out to conquer their dreams and the world.

1. DO plan ahead: Prevent unneeded stress by prepping as much as you can in the days leading up to the day of the party. Set up tables, chairs, and decor, and do any necessary cleaning. Then the day of the party the food and drinks are the only things you need to take care of.
2. DO be aware of what your graduate actually wants. Many parents assume that a graduation party is a tradition and rite of passage. While this may be the case, it is important to ask your graduate what he/she wants before you begin planning. Ask your senior directly how they want to celebrate this milestone event.
3. DO make and send invitations early. Determine your guest list and get them out early. The weekends leading up to and after are popular for graduation parties. Letting your guests know early will help both you and the guest plan accordingly, There are many options available when designing your invitations. You can buy them in a card store, make them yourself, order them to be custom printed or by electronic invite. Send them at least a month ahead of time.
4. DO establish a budget . With all the potential items that can come along with a graduation party, it is easy to go overboard with spending money on decorations and other expenses. The best thing for you to do so that you don’t end up spending on a fortune on this special event is to sit down decide on a specific financial plan.
5. DO set the stage: Make a statement and set the mood as soon as guests walk through the door. Arrange to have a special entrance table with your graduate's picture or other school memorabilia and consider having a wishing well jar or guest book so everyone can offer some sweet notes and words of advice. The table also provides a central location for guests to drop off gifts.

• Photo Booths . These can be a great way to capture memories that are made that day. These photos some of which will be silly and some serious will document the day for years to come.
• Classic Games . Games such as cornhole, horseshoes, or badminton can be an easy and fun way to keep the party moving and full of laughs!
• Organize a bonfire for the evening. This is a great way for your graduate to sit and reflect on their achievement with friends and make new memories as well.
• Have great music . Playing music in the background will set the festive mood and set up an area for dancing if your family and friends love to get down on the dance floor.
• Create a slideshow or evening movie event. Slideshows have become fun ways to turn your photos into spectacular visuals complete with special effects, captions, and background music. Create a fun slideshow that stars the graduate and her classmates. Then project it on a big screen at your party. For the evening you can plan a movie to be played for entertaining guests or to keep the younger guests interested and occupied. Premiere Outdoor Moviescan help make your party one to for the history books by providing inflatable movie screens for every size event, professional sound system, premiere quality projector system, top quality AV electronics, a specialized event crew, and a free weekday rain date.

High School graduation is so much more than a ceremonial walk across a stage or a piece of paper. This is the kind of once-in-a-lifetime event that deserves a celebration. Planning ahead and being organized can make what can be a stressful time easier!
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