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2025-26 Downey Senior College Planning Calendar
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Seniors-Class of 2026

Cap & Gown Information
While Jostens offers a variety of packages, the only required item for graduation is the standard cap, gown, and tassel set. This set is priced at $36.95 and can be found by scrolling to the bottom of the Jostens website under “Cap, Gown & Standard Tassel.”Families are welcome to upgrade tassels or purchase additional packages if they choose.
Please remember:
All cap and gown orders are delivered to the school, not to your home. We will have two on-campus distribution dates in the spring, and the earlier you place your order, the sooner your student will receive their items.
Distribution Dates:
March 19 – During lunch (orders placed before this date are guaranteed for pickup)
April 13 – During lunch (for later orders)
April 30 – After school (final distribution date, if needed)
If you have any questions, please contact the Student Center at 209-574-1698.

Class of 2026: Important Dates
December 5, 2025 | 1st senior trip payment due $200 |
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February 27, 2026 | Remaining $200 due - Senior Trip |
March 19, 2026 | Jostens Cap & Distribution at lunch |
April 13, 2026 | Jostens Cap & Distribution at lunch |
April 30, 2026 | Jostens Cap & Distribution after school, if needed |
February 11, 2026 | 3rd senior meeting |
May 2, 2026 | Prom (Tentative) |
May 4, 2026 | Knights Achievement Awards |
May 7, 2026 | Senior Award Knight |
May 21, 2026 | Senior Trip- Disneyland |
May 26, 2026 | Senior Sunset |
May 27, 2026 | Senior Brunch |
May 28, 2026 | Grad Practice 8:30 am / Ceremony at 7 pm |
