FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE | Contact: Sondra Woodward | |
Date: 05/19/20 | Phone: 757.263.1797 | |
News Release No. 028 | Fax: 757.263.1010 | |
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Virginia Beach City Public Schools declares June to be "Month of the VBCPS Graduate" |
While the global pandemic has prevented traditional graduation ceremonies for the Class of 2020, Virginia Beach City Public Schools (VBCPS) will be celebrating their graduates throughout the month of June. "We're so excited to be able to give our students what they have worked so very hard for," said Superintendent Dr. Aaron Spence, "a citywide, meaningful experience that honors every single one of our seniors with the celebration they deserve. We want our graduates to know just how proud all of Virginia Beach is of their accomplishments." After receiving feedback from senior class officers, principals, student activities coordinators, and graduation planning staff from all Hampton Roads school divisions, and reviewing models from other programs nationwide, VBCPS settled on a monthlong series of events and displays planned throughout the city that congratulates the efforts of more than 4800 young people. Between June 17 and June 20, every high school will host an individual graduation ceremony for each student, allowing the graduate to hear their name called, walk across a stage in their cap and gown, receive their diploma and have their picture taken. Each school will work with seniors and their families regarding the specific time for their walk, a guest list of no more than 10 people, and the appropriate social distancing protocols that will have to be maintained. Commemorative programs will be created, and each student will be provided with copies for their family. Other features of the "Month of the VBCPS Graduate" include:
Businesses and residents are also encouraged to join in the monthlong celebration by displaying signs and sharing congratulatory messages on social media, using #VBGrad2020. |
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