8th Grade Promotion

We’re excited to celebrate our 8th grade students as they complete their time at Chinook Middle School!

Date and Time

• The 2026 8th Grade Promotion Ceremony will take place on June 22 at 12:30 PM in the Chinook Middle School Gym.

Live Stream

• For those not able to attend in person, you are invited to view the live stream on Microsoft Teams here: Chinook Middle School 8th Grade Promotion

Schedule for 8^th grade Students for June 22 (6^th and 7^th grade students go to classes as normal)

• 1st & 2nd Periods: Regular class schedule (attendance required)
• 3rd Period Onward: Promotion rehearsal and preparation (attendance required)
  All 8th grade students are expected to attend the rehearsal to participate in the ceremony.

Backpacks and Attire

• No Backpacks: Students should leave backpacks, binders, and school supplies at home.
• Dress Up Encouraged: Students are encouraged to dress nicely for the ceremony. Clothing must meet BSD’s Student Dress Guidelines (Policy 3224P).

Ceremony Duration

• The ceremony will last approximately 1½ to 2 hours.
• After the ceremony, students may:
  • Leave with their families, or
  • Remain on campus until dismissal
    There will be no afternoon classes for 8th grade students.

Guests and Seating

• No Tickets Required
• Due to limited space, please limit guests to 2–3 per student.
• Doors open at 12:00 PM – please do not arrive earlier.

Chinook Sibling Attendance

• If a Chinook sibling will attend the ceremony, a parent/guardian must submit a note to our attendance office at ChinookAttendance@bsd405.org by June 8. Please remember that seating is limited.

Parking Information

• On-campus parking is extremely limited.
• Please follow all posted parking regulations.
• Do not park in the bus loading zone behind the school.

Accessibility Needs

• If you require wheelchair-accessible parking or seating, please contact Linda Harter at harterl@bsd405.org.

Final Day of School

• Tuesday, June 23: Final day of school (7:45–9:45 AM only)
  While an official school day, no tests, projects, or classwork will be assigned. 8th grade students are welcome to attend.

We look forward to honoring our 8th grade students and celebrating this important milestone with their families!