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PWPSD Grad Ceremonies

Grad ceremony season begins for Peace Wapiti Public School Division

May 28, 2021 | 12:15 PM

Graduation ceremonies within the Peace Wapiti Public School Division get underway Friday, starting in Sexsmith.

The 73 graduating members of the Class of 2021 from Sexsmith Secondary School will be sent off with a Rustic with Glitter and Gold-themed cap and gown ceremony in the school parking lot Friday, where graduates will receive their diploma during individual appointments until 2 p.m.

Ridgevalley School

The next ceremony will happen on Saturday, May 29 for the nine graduates from Ridgevalley School. A Red Carpet-themed drive-in cap and gown ceremony and grand march will begin at 3:00 p.m and is by invitation only to keep with public health guidelines.

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Spirit River Regional Academy will be the next school to hold its grad ceremony on Friday, June 4. The Rustic Country Garden-themed ceremony for the 33 graduates of the school will go between 9:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. that day. Graduates will receive their diplomas during individual appointments on the school’s south lawn.

Peace Wapiti Academy

On Saturday, June 12, Peace Wapiti Academy in Grande Prairie will hold a commencement ceremony for its 126 graduates. A Rustic Starry Night-themed grand march will happen at 2 p.m. that day at Evergreen Park.

A commencement ceremony will then happen at the Grande Sunset Theatre at Evergreen Park starting at 9:30 p.m. that evening. Teachers Harley McKechnie of Whispering Ridge Community School and Calvin Flint of Harry Balfour School will serve as guest speakers for the event.

Alternative Education

Alternative Education will present diplomas and gifts to its 16 graduates by individual appointments between June 21-24 at the Peace Wapiti Enterprise Centre. Cap and gown photos will be taken during each presentation.

Savanna School

Savanna School will then host a graduation event for its 10 graduates on Saturday, July 3. The event is open to invited guests only.

Beaverlodge Regional High School and Eagelsham School

The Peace Wapiti Public School Division says grad ceremony plans for both of these schools will be announced next week.

“Graduates, on behalf of the PWPSD trustees and staff, I commend you on your many achievements given the challenges this school year has presented. You have reached a significant milestone in your life, and are now on the cusp of making the many education and career decisions that will shape your future,” said Superintendent Bob Stewart.

“As you consider your options, I encourage you to continue to seek the guidance and expertise of those who have helped you achieve your high school diploma – your family and your teachers. Your success, happiness and safety are at the root of what we do each day. We wish you the best of everything in the years ahead.”