(DAG)

Welcome Parents!

What is the Dry After Grad (DAG)?

The Dry After-Grad is an all-night celebration for graduating McMath students organized and supervised by parents. The event is intended to acknowledge our graduates’ high school completion in a safe, inclusive and fun environment. The DAG event is the last time Grade 12 students will all be together before they leave secondary school and embark on new adventures. DAG has been a McMath tradition since the 1990s and students look forward to this event as a highlight of their graduation festivities. Typically, 200 students attend each year.

This ticketed event includes entertainment, music, a variety of food and drinks, activities, games, and fun. Attendance  is optional, however, graduates can only attend the DAG if they attend the Grad Dinner & Dance event immediately preceding the DAG. The DAG event only happens if parents volunteer to plan and host the event.

Why is DAG important?

Graduation night has long been associated with high-risk and illegal behaviours that can harm students and their communities. The main goal is to provide a safe alcohol, drug, substance, vape, tobacco free alternative on grad night and to send a message that alcohol and drugs are not essential to have FUN. Prohibition is strictly enforced at the event.

Where is the DAG hosted?

The DAG is held in the McMath school rotunda and various wings throughout the school.

When is the DAG?

Directly following the Grad Dinner & Dance event until 5:00 am.

Want to help?

Parents from all grades, we need your help!

Dry After Grad (DAG) is a long-standing McMath tradition, and it only happens because of the generosity and commitment of parent volunteers.

Join us for our first DAG 2027 meeting on Monday, October 19 at 6:00 PM at McMath. Come learn about the event, meet other parents, and find out how you can get involved.

Grade 12 parents: Help make this milestone celebration a memorable experience for your graduating student! Whether you have a couple of hours to spare or are interested in taking on a larger role, we would love your help.

Parents from other grades: We welcome your involvement too! Supporting DAG is a wonderful way to contribute to the school community and learn about this tradition before your own student graduates.

There are many ways to help, including joining a committee, assisting with projects from home, volunteering on event night, or connecting us with local businesses that may be interested in donating goods, services, or prizes.

Every contribution makes a difference!

Interested in helping or have questions? Email us at mcmathdag2027@gmail.com.

Follow @mcmathsecondaryschool on Instagram for important updates and meeting dates.

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