How to Use a Projector to Liven up a Graduation Party

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Photo Montage.

   Showcase the funniest, sweetest, most memorable moments in life with a cool photo montage set to current music.
   
   Friends and family will laugh, get teary-eyed and "aw" together as everyone shares this trip down memory lane.
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   Step 2: Video Montage.

   Does your family or grad prefer to shoot video over stills? If so, a video montage
   -- peppered with best movie lines and favorite scenes
   -- is sure to be a crowd-pleaser.
   
   As an added touch, you might consider burning extra copies of the montage DVD to give to guests as party favors. , "Say Anything," "American Graffiti," "There's Something about Mary" and "American Pie" are just a few of the most memorable films about high school and beyond.
   
   If your grad is a movie buff, this is a great way to enjoy a rental projector over graduation weekend. , Nothing brings friends together quite like a little competition.
   
   Imagine adding that extra element of fun to your party with larger-than-life projection with your favorite gaming system.
   
   Rental projectors work seamlessly with Wii, XBOX, Guitar Hero and more. , Whether your party aims to be low-key casual or more of a dance floor party, big-screen projection can set the mood for romance, laughter, music videos, and more. , Let's face it
   -- your parents have given a lot for you to get to this point! Why not surprise them with a special video thank-you (or a separate photo montage)? They'll love you even more for your thoughtfulness (and you might just get an even better graduation gift). , Sure, what kid doesn't want a car or a killer graduation party when they finish high school? But think about what means the most for years to come...your unconditional love and support.
   
   Record a video or set images to music in a short "parent's wish"
   -- say what you've always wanted your child to know: you love them, you are proud of them, and you wish them every joy and happiness in life.
   
   Sure beats the heck out of a Hallmark card! , Got a favorite teacher? One who's gone the extra mile to help ensure your success? Maybe a certain teacher recognized and encouraged a hidden talent, went to bat for you with school administration or a college board, or invested the extra time and attention needed to ensure the student didn't give up when the going got tough.
   
   Celebrate that teacher in living color with a video thank you or photo montage, displayed at the school graduation, graduation party, or other celebration. , When the big day arrives, some grads don't want to talk, reminisce or even play video games
   -- they just want to dance, dance, dance.
   
   Sure, you could hire a DJ, but wouldn't it be even more fun to showcase favorite songs in all their rock video glory? All it takes is a rental projector and a huge blank wall to get the party started. , Many rental projectors are compatible with karaoke machines and other kinds of karaoke fun.
   
   After graduation, everyone deserves to cut loose and have some fun!
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   Step 3: Graduation Film Fest.

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   Step 4: Wii Party.

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   Step 5: Mood Enhancer.

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   Step 6: Special Thank-You to Mom & Dad.

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   Step 7: A Parent's Wish.

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   Step 8: Thank a Teacher.

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   Step 9: Rock Videos.

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    Step 10: Karaoke.

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