D.C. Mun. Regs. tit. 5, r. 5-E2207
The assessment of a class fee to cover expenses in connection with graduation exercises shall be permitted subject to the requirements and restrictions set forth in this section.
The maximum amount of the class fee shall be uniformly established by the Superintendent of Schools.
The appropriate Assistant Superintendent shall be authorized to exempt a student from the payment of the class fee in instances of hardship.
The expense of caps and gowns, yearbook subscriptions, proms, class gifts, and other activities that may be associated with graduation shall not be included in the class fee.
Activities such as those listed in § 2207.4, if offered, shall be made available to students on an individual basis at the option of each student.
The decisions whether to wear cap and gown, and whether to utilize rental facilities for graduation exercises, shall involve school staff, students, and parents or guardians.
No student shall be required to wear a cap and gown in order to participate in graduation exercises.
D.C. Mun. Regs. tit. 5, r. 5-E2207