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We, the seniors of Oakfield High School, had asked for the change in policy of graduation cap decoration and were denied by the school board who says their decision is based on the opinions of Oakfield School District parents. As students of such parents we know the majority of our parents have no concern about decorating our caps. Many would actually look forward to such decoration. Please sign this petition to help to show the School Board that decoration of our graduation caps is acceptable.
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January 18, 2016
I am honestly a bit overwhelmed by the way everyone has stepped up to back this. It feels like this turned into something much larger than just decorating a cap because you all care about our self-expression.
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Senors shouldn't be punished for not wanting to be the cookie cut out that our schools are trying to shape us into.
These kids have worked hard the last four years for their diplomas. Why not let them express themselves. It doesn't hurt anyone and lots of them show off where they are going to college. Montello High School allows it just with little stipulations.
I think that kids should be able to decorate their grad caps especially if their parents paid for them. Why is it such a big deal, as long as they aren't using offensive or inappropriate words!
Who is graduation for? The students or the community/parents? It is a day to celebrate the students, therefor there is no reason they shouldn't be able to decorate their caps!
My niece graduated from Omro and they could decorate.. it was neat to see the mix of their interests and future ambitions on them... I think the plan on administrator review and the kids turning them in is well thought out and will keep them appropriate...
Really!? Without a doubt you should be able to decorate..
To graduate is an accomplishment that they worked hard for. It's a fun tradition that is harmless. Put some guidelines on it and let them do it!
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Status: Closed — this petition is no longer accepting signatures.
Final supporters
We, the seniors of Oakfield High School, had asked for the change in policy of graduation cap decoration and were denied by the school board who says their decision is based on the opinions of Oakfield School District parents. As students of such parents we know the majority of our parents have no concern about decorating our caps. Many would actually look forward to such decoration. Please sign this petition to help to show the School Board that decoration of our graduation caps is acceptable.
Updates
January 18, 2016
I am honestly a bit overwhelmed by the way everyone has stepped up to back this. It feels like this turned into something much larger than just decorating a cap because you all care about our self-expression.
26 Comments
I believe that when students are excited about decorating their caps for graduation it is an extension of the enthusiasm they have for life and their future. How can that be a bad thing?
Senors shouldn't be punished for not wanting to be the cookie cut out that our schools are trying to shape us into.
These kids have worked hard the last four years for their diplomas. Why not let them express themselves. It doesn't hurt anyone and lots of them show off where they are going to college. Montello High School allows it just with little stipulations.
I think that kids should be able to decorate their grad caps especially if their parents paid for them. Why is it such a big deal, as long as they aren't using offensive or inappropriate words!
Who is graduation for? The students or the community/parents? It is a day to celebrate the students, therefor there is no reason they shouldn't be able to decorate their caps!
My niece graduated from Omro and they could decorate.. it was neat to see the mix of their interests and future ambitions on them... I think the plan on administrator review and the kids turning them in is well thought out and will keep them appropriate...
Really!? Without a doubt you should be able to decorate..
To graduate is an accomplishment that they worked hard for. It's a fun tradition that is harmless. Put some guidelines on it and let them do it!
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I believe that when students are excited about decorating their caps for graduation it is an extension of the enthusiasm they have for life and their future. How can that be a bad thing?