The detailed schedule is now available for outdoor graduations planned for all high schools. Students will have the opportunity to walk across the stage for their diploma with their classmates, in front of family members. To kick off this year’s graduation season, the district has planned an outdoor event at the Paul Paul Theater at the Fresno Fairgrounds on May 24 to honor graduates of the Class of 2020, who were unable to participate in a traditional graduation last year due to COVID-19. Members of the Class of 2020 who wish to participate will need to fill out a response form to reserve their spot. https://tinyurl.com/FUSD2020gradwalk
The Class of 2020 ceremony fulfills a promise Superintendent Bob Nelson made to last year’s seniors that they would have a chance to don cap and gown and walk across the stage for a graduation photo.
For this year’s Class of 2021 McLane and Sunnyside high schools will hold graduation ceremonies at their stadiums, with all other high schools at the Paul Paul Theater. Graduations will begin with Design Science Middle College High School on May 24 and conclude on June 10 with Fresno High School.
Physical distancing will be required, along with masks. Up to four members of the senior’s household can attend. As state and local health guidelines improve, the district is hopeful additional guests will be allowed.
The district will live stream the ceremonies and have professional photos taken of each student who participates.
“It’s important to wear that gown and walk across that stage and let people take pictures and cheer their graduates. This is a key milestone in our students’ lives, and one that deserves to be celebrated,” said Superintendent Bob Nelson.