* Graduation ceremony costs: This includes the rental of the venue, printing of programs and diplomas, speakers' fees, stage setup, and other logistical aspects of the ceremony itself.
* Yearbook: Often, a portion of the dues goes towards the cost of producing the yearbook.
* Cap and gown: Sometimes the cost of renting or purchasing the cap and gown is included in the dues, or at least there's a discount offered.
* Graduation party/celebration: Funds might contribute to a class party or other celebratory events.
* Senior gifts: Some schools use senior dues to fund a class gift to the school (e.g., benches, landscaping, equipment).
* Administrative costs: A small portion might cover administrative overhead associated with organizing graduation.
The specific use of senior dues varies from school to school. It's always advisable to check with the school's administration or senior class advisors to understand precisely how the funds will be used.