Congratulations MVCTC Class of 2025 – We Look Forward to Celebrating You!
The Miami Valley Career Technology Center (MVCTC) is proud to announce the Senior Recognition Ceremony for the Class of 2025 will take place on Friday, May 16, 2025, at 6:30 p.m. at the University of Dayton Arena, located at 1801 South Edwin C. Moses Blvd., Dayton, OH 45417.
Important Ceremony Details
Event Date:
Friday, May 16, 2025
Time: 6:30 p.m.
Location: University of Dayton Arena
Doors Open: 5:30 p.m.
Guest Seating Deadline: 6:15 p.m.
Tickets Required: No
Dress Code for Guests: Business casual to business professional is encouraged.
Arrival and Entry Guidelines
All seniors and their guests will enter through the north or south entrance doors of the UD Arena. Attendees will go through a security check, including metal detectors. We ask that guests leave purses and bags at home to expedite entry.
Prohibited items include:
- Weapons of any kind
- Pocket knives
- Noisemakers, laser pointers, signs
- Food or beverages
- Tripods, balloons, pets
Please visit the UD Arena Security Information page to learn more about security policies.
Student Arrival Information
All seniors must arrive and check in by 5:30 p.m. Depending on their career-technical program, students will gather in either the east or west concourse of the arena (see the attached attachment on the MVCTC website).
Seniors should follow these steps:
- Arrive by 5:30 p.m. and report to your assigned concourse area.
- Put on your graduation gown in the concourse area. Do not arrive wearing it.
- Borrowed gowns (for those not graduating from their partner school) must be signed out with a designated staff member and returned after the ceremony.
- Gown check begins promptly at 5:50 p.m. Be ready and in line.
- After gown check, proceed to the arena floor through your designated section entrance:
- East Concourse: Section 217-218
- West Concourse: Section 207-208
- Be seated by 6:25 p.m. with your instructor and classmates.
Note: Students arriving after the ceremony begins will not be permitted onto the floor and will not be allowed to participate. Please be on time!
Student Dress Code and Ceremony Expectations
This is a formal “dress up” event. All seniors are expected to:
- Wear business professional attire under their gown.
- Do not wear jeans, shorts, or tennis shoes.
- Gowns must remain zipped during the ceremony and may not be decorated.
- Graduation caps and hats are not permitted.
- Wear comfortable dress shoes; avoid high heels to prevent accidents on steps or during long walks.
Only cords from the National Honor Society or National Technical Honor Society may be worn, as approved by advisors.
Students must remain seated for the entire ceremony and are expected to be respectful of their peers, guests, and the formal tone of the event. Only students and staff are permitted on the arena floor.
Accessibility and Seating for Guests
- Hearing-impaired guests are welcome in Section 111.
- Wheelchair-accessible seating is available at the top of Sections 201, 212, 213, 215, 222, 409, 410, 412, and 413.
Please assist MVCTC and the University of Dayton in maintaining a respectful and enjoyable atmosphere. Do not bring horns, noisemakers, balloons, confetti, beach balls, silly string, or similar items. These items will be confiscated by security.
Final Reminders
The MVCTC Senior Recognition Ceremony is a momentous occasion to reflect on the achievements of the Class of 2025. We ask for everyone's cooperation in making this event a respectful and celebratory experience.
All event maps, detailed program seating, and parking information are available at:
MVCTC Senior Information Page
Congratulations to the MVCTC Class of 2025!
We are proud of your accomplishments and look forward to celebrating your next steps as you enter the workforce, continue your education, or serve your community.
If you have additional questions, please contact your MVCTC lab instructor or school counselor.
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