Wellsville High School graduation location moved due to weather conditions – the wellsville sun

Graduation Ceremony Venue Change Announcement

Overview

Wellsville Secondary School has announced a change in the venue for the upcoming Graduation ceremony due to anticipated inclement weather. This adjustment aligns with ensuring a safe and inclusive environment, supporting Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 3: Good Health and Well-being, by prioritizing the safety of students, families, and staff.

Details of the Change

1. New Venue: High School Gymnasium
2. Date and Time: Friday, June 27, 2025, at 7:00 p.m.
3. Doors Open: 6:00 p.m. for seating

Contact Information

For any inquiries, stakeholders are encouraged to contact the secondary school office at 585-596-2182. This open communication supports SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals, fostering collaboration between the school and community.

Community Engagement and Acknowledgments

• The school expresses enthusiasm for celebrating the achievements of the Class of 2025, promoting SDG 4: Quality Education by honoring academic milestones.
• Special congratulations are extended to all graduates from Tim Shea Plumbing and Heating, highlighting community support and local partnerships.

Signatory

Aaron Brubaker
Secondary Principal

Visual and External Resources

For more information about community partners, visit Tim Shea Plumbing and Heating.

1. Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) Addressed or Connected

1. SDG 4: Quality Education – The article discusses a high school graduation ceremony, which is directly related to education and the achievement of educational milestones.
2. SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities – The relocation of the event to an indoor gymnasium due to weather conditions reflects considerations for community safety and infrastructure use.

2. Specific Targets Under Those SDGs

1. SDG 4: Quality Education
   • Target 4.1: Ensure that all girls and boys complete free, equitable and quality primary and secondary education leading to relevant and effective learning outcomes.
   • Target 4.c: Increase the supply of qualified teachers, including through international cooperation for teacher training in developing countries (implied by the focus on secondary education quality).
2. SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities
   • Target 11.7: Provide universal access to safe, inclusive and accessible, green and public spaces, particularly for vulnerable populations (implied by the use of indoor facilities to ensure safety during adverse weather).

3. Indicators Mentioned or Implied to Measure Progress

1. For SDG 4:
   • Indicator 4.1.3: Participation rate in organized learning (one year before the official primary entry age) – implied by the graduation event marking completion of secondary education.
   • Indicator 4.1.4: Completion rate (primary, lower secondary, upper secondary) – the graduation ceremony is a direct marker of upper secondary completion.
2. For SDG 11:
   • Indicator 11.7.2: Proportion of persons who feel safe walking alone around the area they live – implied by the decision to move the event indoors to ensure safety and comfort.

4. Table of SDGs, Targets, and Indicators

Source: wellsvillesun.com