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I am searching for any information on giving my son a party graduation. He has had a difficult few years and this last year he received all A's and B's in 11 grade. He is not having to work full time and we decided that it would better for him to take the GED and he did and passed with flying colors. The problem now is I don't know how to send announcements and party invitations that would fit a GED....any help would be appreciated...thank you in advance.
	A graduation is a graduation. You could use: Please join us in celebrating the accomplishments of our son, John. He has completed his GED and we are very proud of him. Let's party! John has completed high school and we are very proud of his accomplishments.
We are giving an informal dinner for our daughter who is going off to college in Aug. It is too late, I think to call it a grad. party so I wanted it to be sort of a "send off" or "good luck" theme. How would I word the invite? Thanks! Angie
	Please join us in wishing "Mary" a happy journey as she begins her freshman year at (University name). or We would like you to share in the "send off" party for "Mary". She is beginning her freshman year at (University name).
I was struggling with a test that I had taken many times in order to finish my degree. I had a great deal of people praying for me. I finally passed my test and I would like to send them all a Thank you card thanking them for their prayers and concerns. Can you give me an idea of what to say and can I send a card to everyone with the same wording?
	Thank you for your prayers and love during this important time in my life. I feel so fortunate to have your support. Y our presence in my life is a true treasure.
What is an appropriate monetary amount for a high school graduation gift?
	Any amount you can afford comfortably is acceptable. My suggestion would be at least $10.00 and upwards.
Dear Ms. Rosemary, I am a college student on a budget and I want to send out thank you cards for graduation money. What can I put on all my cards for everyone?
	Congratulations! You could write a general note: Thank you for being here to celebrate my special day. Your prayers and support have helped me get this far and I am counting on your continued support.
I recently graduated with a doctorate degree in Education. I did not participate in the actual graduation cermony. I would like to send out announcements to family and close friends letting them know that I have graduated. How can I word it?
	Congratulations! You should take a look at the announcement cards we offer. They could be made up like a calling card with your name and title reflecting your degree. You could also write one to say: Announcement: Mary Smith, PhD in Education Graduation date: May 1, 2007 Degree received from Marywood College
I wish to give my son, Kyle Jefferson better known as KJ a going away party. He is going to University of Wisconsin. On the invitation, I would like to ask for monetary gifts perferred. How do I word this invitation?
	You could include something like: Let's give KJ a great send off and some extra pocket money for his freshman year of expenses.
I have a friend who is 70 years old. His coach of 54 years ago was responsible for acquiring a high school diploma for my friend who join the Navy when he was 14 years old. he never set foot into high school but he did acquire his GED. He now wants to write his old coach a thank you note for what he did for him. He asked me to write one for him and so I am seeking your help. Thank you very much.
	You may want to say: John, you hold a very special place in my life. You have made it possible for me to make a desire come true. I am forever grateful for your assistance and intervention to help me earn my high school diploma. May the Lord bless you and keep you in His care.
My two sons are graduating and I would like to give them a combined party. One is graduating from college with a bachelor's degree and my other son is graduating 8th grade. How should I word the invitation?
	Congratulations! You may want to say: We are proud to invite you to a combined celebrations in the lives of John, our eldest son who will receive his bachelor's degree from (college name) on (date) and James (our youngest son) who will be graduating eight grade from (school) on (date). The celebration will take place on date time place

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