Info for Seniors
Castlemont High School Graduation
Class of 2025
Date: May 30th
Time: Noon - 2:00pm*
Location: Paramount Theater 2025 Broadway Oakland, CA
Tickets: 12
MANDATORY Graduation Practice Schedule
Monday, May 26th - No school, Memorial Day
Tuesday, May 27th -
- Senior Breakfast in the Cafeteria - 9:00 am - 10:30 am
- Graduation Rehearsal in the Auditorium - 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Wednesday, May 28th - Graduation Rehearsal in the Auditorium - 9:00 am - 11:00 am
Wednesday, May 28th Achievers on Campus - for in-person gown purchases
Thursday, May 29th - Graduation Rehearsal in the Auditorium - 9:00 am - 11:00 am
Friday, May 30th - Graduation at the Paramount Theater - 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
(Students should arrive at the theater by 11:15 am)
Caps & Gowns
Achievers will be on campus for last minute (in-person) cap and gown purchases on May 28, 2025 at 11:00 am.
All students must wear a cap & gown to participate in the graduation ceremony. Gowns CANNOT be altered in any way.
Order your cap & gown at graduationorder.com.
Password: chs510 Cap & Gown are $40.00(with shipping)
Senior Prom 2025
May 2, 2025
Dance under the Stars
Ticket prices:
$130 per person by April 25, 2025
Location: Fairview Metropolitan 10051 Doolittle Dr Oakland, CA
To attend prom, every student MUST sign the permission slip (both the front and the back) and submit it by April 30, 2025 (NO EXCEPTIONS!).
Complete both sides even if you are not bringing a guest. The last day to buy tickets is April 25th, 2025!!!
Please buy tickets from Ms. Odom or Ms. Green
Senior Dues 2025
SENIOR DUES
Senior dues are $230 through Tuesday, January 29, 2025. After this date, dues will be $250. ** Senior dues cover the following:
- Senior Hoodie ($55)
- School Yearbook ($65)
- 1 Senior Prom Ticket ($120)
Students may also purchase any item individually. Dues must be paid by CASH or MONEY ORDER only. NO PERSONAL CHECKS.
**At this time, we are no longer collecting Senior Dues. For a limited time, prom tickets and yearbooks are still available for purchase.
Castlemont’s Senior Night at Universal Studios (SOLD OUT)
Who: Castlemont Seniors
What: Senior Grad Bash Universal Studios
When: May 21st - 22nd
Where: Los Angeles
Why: To have an amazing, fun-packed senior activity together before you graduate.
Itinerary
May 21st
- 3:30am - Leave for Los Angeles
- 11:00am - Arrive at UCLA
- 12:00pm - Start Tour at UCLA
- 2:30pm - Leave for Universal Studios Grad Bash
- 3:30pm - Check into GradBash/Pictures
May 22nd
- 2:00am - Meet at bus
- 11:00am arrive to Castlemont
Image
Senior Portraits
It’s your time to shine.
As a part of the Lifetouch + Shutterfly family, Prestige Photography by Lifetouch is excited to help you celebrate this once-in-a-lifetime event!
Step 1
Review your photo session options here and select your favorite.
Step 3
Come prepared! Be sure to bring multiple outfits and props to your session.
Get ready!
Be sure to bring 3 head-to-toe looks to your session.
Parent Pleaser
A classic look that will stand the test of time.
Activity Look
An outfit that highlights your favorite hobby or sport.
Senior's Choice
A look that shows your true personality - right now.
Select your Senior Session
Basic - $20
- 4-6 poses
- Up to 2 outfits
- 1 background
Images included:
- Yearbook
Standard - $30
- 8-10 poses
- Up to 2 outfits
- 2-3 backgrounds
Images included:
- Yearbook
- Casual
Deluxe - $40
- 16-20 poses
- Up to 3 outfits
- 4-6 backgrounds
Images included:
- Yearbook
- Casual
- Cap & Gown
Ultimate - $50
- 24-48 poses
- Up to 4 outfits
- 7-9 backgrounds
Images included:
- Yearbook
- Cap & Gown
- Two outfits of choice
Schedule your appointment early!
Visit www.prestigeportraits.com and click on “our locations” tab! There you can schedule an in studio photography appointment at the location closest to you or confirm your on campus appointment!
Questions?
If you have questions regarding your senior portrait appointment, please email us at byarea@lifetouch.com or call us at 1-877-825-7922.