Graduation Invitations & Announcements 101

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Celebrate A Special Grad• Graduation is a special life

milestone.

• After years of hard work, a graduate deserves to be recognized.

• Coordinating the celebration with unique graduation announcements and graduation invitations can make the achievement extra special.

Graduation Announcements• Graduation announcements can

herald the graduation achievement.

• Graduation announcements can be sent to all friends, family and loved ones.

• Take the time to select or design an announcement that truly represents the graduate personally.

• Including school colors can further customize the graduation announcement and make them one of a kind, just like your grad!

Graduation Invitations• Creating custom graduation

invitations is a great way to set the tone of the celebration to follow.

• Be sure to coordinate colors and themes with the announcement if possible.

• Understanding a few key points can help ensure the event runs smoothly.

Graduation Invitations: Planning The Guest List

• Before ordering the invitations, pick the venue and the guest list.

• Consult with the graduate when compiling the guest list.

• Always keep function room capacity in mind when listing whom to invite.

• When ordering total number of invitations, take into consideration couples, families, etc.

• Always order a few extra invitations, in case the guest list expands or to frame as a gift for the guest of honor.

Customized Graduation Invitations

• Select from hundreds of styles and designs to match the motif of the celebration or the personality of the honoree.

• Include special quotes, photos or themes to match the student’s own personal style.

• Create a photo invitation for the ultimate personalized invitation.

Include The Important Details• Include date, time and

venue location.

• Let guests know if a particular dress code is required.

• Announce meals or food being provided.

• Provide an RSVP email address of phone number.

Other Things To Include

• Special song lyrics or poetry that will help commemorate the achievement.

• Also note if the graduate has requested that guests not bring presents to the event.

• Don’t forget to include a map or directions!

Timing Is Everything

• Order the invitations in advance to have time to address and mail.

• Send invitations out at least 4 weeks prior to the big event.

• Note on the graduation invitations that RSVP’s should be made at least 2 weeks before the party.

Graduation Gratitude• The graduate will want to send

thank you notes to well-wishers who helped celebrate the big day.

• Order thank you notes when ordering graduation announcements and graduation invitations to save time.

• Thank you notes come in a multitude of styles and designs and can often be coordinated with the other event stationery to ensure a perfectly planned and executed event.

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