After reviewing numerous forecasts and seeking assistance from a local meteorologist, the decision has been made to continue to hold Thursday's commencement ceremony outdoors at the football/track stadium. Because of the amount of preparation that goes into the ceremony, a decision needed to be made in advance using the information we had available to us at the time.
The outdoor venue allows for a far greater number of guests, provides ample space for gathering after the ceremony, and provides lighting and a backdrop that create wonderful photos. It is also typically, a far more comfortable venue for all involved than indoors.
The forecast calls for the rain to end in the early morning hours Thursday. There is some chance of rain throughout the day and into the evening, but that percentage is quite low. We understand that rain could occur on any day regardless of the forecast and feel that the risk is low enough to proceed.
We hope you will join us in celebrating our 2025 graduates at 7:00 PM Thursday night. Congratulations, grads!