Attendance at the commencement rehearsals during the following times at MNHS gymnasium and Villanova University is mandatory:

Wednesday, June 10 - First Rehearsal - 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at MNHS Gymnasium. 
Thursday, June 11 - Second Rehearsal - 11:00 a.m. at Villanova. Bring your cap and gown - students will not be permitted to leave before the ceremony.

Due to potential supply chain disruptions, we are requesting that you order your student's graduation cap and gown online by October 24, 2025 using the following link: sscgradstore.com

We have partnered with Student Services Company to provide our seniors with caps and gowns, as well as Marple Newtown High School's official graduation stationery products. 

To avoid late fees and product restrictions, please be sure to place your orders by October 24, 2025.  sscgradstore.com

Final Deadline:
Friday, February 20

Delivery Details:

• Caps and Gowns will be delivered to the school for student distribution

• Graduation Announcements and Accessories will be shipped to your home

For questions or assistance, please contact Student Services Company at 610-539-1330 or gowns@studentservicesco.com

If you have any questions, their staff is ready to help!
Student Services Company
Phone: 610-539-1330
email:  gowns@studentservicesco.com

Questions?: email tjacobson@mnsd.org or jcipollone@mnsd.org.

Commencement Ceremony Dress Code

*Graduation caps are not to be decorated.

Ladies

•    Dress, skirt, or dress pants (no shorts or miniskirts)
•    Dress shoes (no sneakers, flip flops, or athletic socks) - high heels are not recommended

Gentlemen

•    Dress shirt with a tie
•    Long dress pants (no shorts)
•    Dress shoes with dress socks (no sneakers, flip flops, or athletic socks)

*Students who are not dressed according to these guidelines will not be permitted to participate in Commencement.

Please sign and return the Commencement Participation Agreement by 4/17/26.

Villanova Venue Policies

Handicapped parking and seating are available.

Parking lot A-2 located behind the Finneran Pavilion is open for handicap parking.  A handicap parking hanger or license plate is required to access this lot.

The first two rows of the Finneran Pavilion will be saved for those who need handicap accessible seating.  This will be on a first come first serve basis. Seats will not be reserved.

Please contact jbutler@mnsd.org if you have any questions. 

Villanova University Map

Flowers for your graduate can be pre-ordered here.​

Graduation Lawn Signs and Banners for your graduate can be ordered here.