What All Goes Into Planning Graduation?

Alex and Hannah go behind the scenes to see what all goes down to prepare for the graduation ceremony. Includes interviews with Mr. wagner, Penny, and a junior escort. Enjoy!

Planning for Graduation from Chad Bruns on Vimeo.

Farewell, Seniors!

Farewell, Seniors! from Chad Bruns on Vimeo.

See the amazing ReNee and Chris profile and investigate the wonderful and fantastic men and women of the 2010 graduating class of Harlan Community High School.

Plans for the Future / by Dylan Garrison

Iowa Western Community College is a very popular college. It has been known for many years and it is still growing in population. I chose IWCC because it is very close to my home and it was also a lot cheaper than most colleges. If I would miss a class or want to take one while I am in Harlan I can do that as well. Just have to go down to the Iowa Western building on Highway 59.

Most colleges you have to pay extra for meal plans and not have a choice. Well IWCC has a choice you can both live in the suites and have to pay for a meal plan or the option of living in the apartments. Since there is a kitchen you don’t need to pay for a meal plan. You also have the option too if you would like so that is very handy. I can just go over to the lunch room anytime if I don’t have any food. The lunch over there is only four dollars.

I think they also have a lot of good programs. There is a really good band and choir program down there for the kids who are interested in that. Even 89.7 the River radio station broadcasts in the building. They have a big campus so lots of room for students. The book fees are very cheap for the classes that I am taking too and they are really easy to get because they have the store right on campus. The other thing I like is that if you want to transfer to a four year college after two years, like me, you can have them help you set that up. I plan to go to Iowa State after two years.

“I like the small classes you can actually get to talk to teachers. Not too big of campus and not too small. It is the perfect size,” said Brandon Martin.

My parents like the idea of going here because I can come home anytime they want me to but I really don’t know if I will come back every weekend. My mom says its nice because it's small.

Getting Ready For The Big Day by Dylan Garrison

I know a lot of guys and maybe some girls don't care at all about planning their graduation parties. There are a lot more details that go into it that some may think. There are many different options for food and snacks. You could have cupcakes, cake, or any other random deserts. These choices are critical to getting a graduation party ready. The main dish is the biggest question. Catering or making your own food?

"Should we have French dips, pork, tacos, or steak?" my mom always asks.

As you probably already know I am leaving all this stuff up to my mom. I could really care less what I have for food. Its not like i will eat any of it anyway.

"A lot of the parents already have some experience with this kind of stuff but some wouldn't(like my mom)" said Julie Stein.

The other necessiteis are pretty important as well. These include sending invitations, photos, awards, and table settings. Sending invitations might be the most important detail. My mom has been writing out the addresses this week, but she really doesnt know how many to do or who to send them all too. A lot of kids will just have invitations on facebook. For pictures a lot of people will do slideshows. The others include photo albums collages or just have photos sitting out on the tables. Some people might do all of them. I think that will be the most time consuming. My mom just recently got little graduation hats to go on the table.

Those who are not having their graduation party at their house usually have to call and save a place somewhere else. I am having my graduation party at the Elm Crest Community Center. My mom had to call up and reserve it for May 16th.

I think i hit all of the big preparations that go into the whole set up for the graduation parties. So hopefully everyone makes it through all of this and they have a good time in doing it.

Seniors Futures After Highschool

Seniors Futures After Highschool from Chad Bruns on Vimeo.

This video shows what some senior students are planning on doing after high school. There is also a teacher's point of view on plans after high school.

Behind the Scenes with June and Ranae

June and Ranae bring you a video summary of their 2008-09 School News portfolio.

Behind the Scenes from Chad Bruns on Vimeo.

Senior Reflections

This video is on the senior class of 2009 and what they plan on doing after graduation. We hope you enjoy. Brought to you by Kassie Kline and Cody Hansen.

Senior Reflections from Chad Bruns on Vimeo.