Class of 2020 Graduation
Dear Class of 2020 Seniors and Families:
Browning has developed a comprehensive Graduation Safety Plan that takes into consideration Governor Cuomo’s executive order, standards from the NY State Department of Health, and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s guidance for outdoor graduation ceremonies. Even with these safety measures, participating in an event of this nature has an inherent risk and is voluntary. All attendees are encouraged to evaluate their own risk level and make the decision that is appropriate for them.
For graduating seniors or guests who are in a high-risk category, we ask that you forego this event and stay safe at home. All graduates and guests who do attend are expected to adhere to the Graduation Safety Plan. Because this situation continues to be fluid, additional (and possibly different) directives may be provided before or on the day of graduation, depending on circumstances. Your cooperation will enable us to create the safest environment possible. In the spirit of community and our school mission, please be responsible and respectful and do your part to protect yourself and others! All staff, seniors and guests will complete a self screener prior to entering The Museum of the City of New York (MCNY) for any new or worsening signs or symptoms of possible COVID-19. Any person with these symptoms will not be eligible to participate or attend.
In accordance with our health authority guidance, any person who (1) displays symptoms consistent with COVID-19, (2) tested positive for COVID-19 within the last 14 days, or (3) within the last 14 days was in close or proximate contact of an individual who had symptoms of COVID-19 or tested positive for COVID-19, is not permitted to attend the graduation ceremony.
This year’s graduation was certainly not anyone’s expectation, but we have all tried our best to create a memorable experience and an opportunity to gather the Class of 2020 as a whole to celebrate them one last time. Let’s please make sure that as we salute these wonderful boys, we also do what we must to take care of each other.
Sincerely,
John Botti
Head of School
Graduation Safety Plan and Logistics
Arrival Graduates
The Class of 2020 should arrive at 9:30 a.m.
Arrival Guests
All guests should arrive at 10 a.m.
Dress Code
Graduates should wear a navy blue blazer, white shirt, Browning tie and khaki pants.
Event Programs
Event programs will not be handed out at the event; however, an electronic version will be available for guests to download prior to the event.
Food and Beverages
Food and refreshments will not be available on the day of the event. You may bring a bottle of water.
Guest Seating
Upon entering, please proceed to your assigned seat. You should not congregate in any area. Ensure you maintain 6 ft. social distancing at all times. Once at your assigned seat, please do not leave your marked area. Members of the same household will be seated together.
Health Screening
All individuals will be required to complete and sign a self-screener before being allowed to enter the site. We ask that you complete and submit electronically before you attend the event.
Livestream
The ceremony will be livestreamed on a large screen at the venue, and the link will be provided prior to the event to be shared with guests who are unable to attend the ceremony.
Masks/ Face Coverings
Each individual (student, family, faculty, staff) MUST wear a face mask/ face covering while in attendance.
Students may temporarily remove their face covering while crossing the award area or having their individual photo taken.
Graduating seniors may momentarily remove their face covering for pictures provided they maintain appropriate social distancing from other individuals.
Speaker will be allowed to remove their mask during their speech.
Guests are respectfully requested to bring their own masks and wear them throughout the duration of the event.
Photography
A professional photographer will be taking photos of each graduate as well as throughout the event. Photos will be made available to the families free of charge. We ask you to please remain in your marked area and not get up for pictures.
Restrooms
Restroom facilities will be limited.
Sanitizer Stations
We will have sanitizer at various key locations.
Tickets
Each graduate will be allotted two guests to attend the graduation ceremony. Please reserve your tickets by June 26 so that we can reserve seating.
Waivers
All attendees are required to submit a waiver electronically (adult & minor) in order to attend the graduation. Please submit your waivers at the same time that you request your tickets.