Graduation Commencement
GRADUATION CEREMONY DATE: Friday, May 31, 2024 @ 7pm
Students must report to BHS Cafeteria no later than 6:30 p.m.
PLACE: Bakersfield High School -Harvey Hall – 1241 G Street, Bakersfield, Ca 93301
REHEARSAL: MANDATORY—Tuesday May 28, 2024 @ 7 pm
( Approx. 1 hour long) Report to BHS Cafeteria
If you do not attend the practice, you will not be able to participate in the graduation ceremony—NO exceptions.
If you do not attend the practice, you will not be able to participate in the graduation ceremony—NO exceptions.
GRADUATION CEREMONY LIST: Your name MUST be on the graduation ceremony list if you plan to participate in the graduation ceremony. Email Registrar: [email protected]
CAP AND GOWN: All students who participate in the commencement ceremony must wear a royal blue cap, gown, and tassel. The cost for these items is $17.14 + tax.
Purchase from Jostens using the Order Form sent to you via email. Call or go in person to Jostens on Tues, Wed or Thurs between 3 and 6pm. If someone goes to Jostens on your behalf, make sure all necessary information is included on the order form, such as your height, weight, required graduation attire and any other items you wish to purchase.
TICKETS: for Family/Friends: Guest tickets will be available at the mandatory practice. Children 2 and under do not require a ticket, but must sit on an adult’s lap and be supervised by a non-graduate adult at all times.
DIPLOMAS: Diplomas will be available after the ceremony in the BHS Cafeteria for all students who have not received theirs.
SCHOLARSHIP: If you are interested in applying for a scholarship for higher education, please visit the Counseling Office for information. Deadlines do apply.
NOTE: BALLOONS, FLOWERS & NOISEMAKERS ARE NOT ALLOWED INSIDE THE AUDITORIUM
ANY QUESTIONS? Please contact [email protected] or stop by the front office.