2026 Graduation Information

Below are a few general, friendly reminders for students in preparation for the graduation ceremony.

• Graduation is a ceremonial privilege and participation is not required to receive a diploma.  Any behavior displayed that disrupts the preparation of and/or any ceremony for the Class of 2026 will not be tolerated and will result in your removal. 

• All graduation practices are MANDATORY for seniors wishing to participate in the ceremony.  Practice dates for this year are June 24, 25 & 26.  Failure to attend practice will result in your removal from the ceremony.

• If students have any outstanding obligations, they will not be permitted to participate in the ceremony.  These obligations include, but are not limited to, chromebooks/chargers/cases, textbooks, library books, sports uniforms, etc.

• Every graduate participating in the ceremony must adhere to the dress code.  Failure to do so will jeopardize their opportunity to walk in the ceremony.  This is strictly enforced!

  • Female:   

    • All white, skirt-length dress, skirt/skort, romper, dress short is required.  No part of your apparel should be visible under your gown.  Flat white shoes or appropriate white flip-flops are acceptable.  No sneakers, heels or high-neck tops are permitted. 

  • Male: 

    • LONG SLEEVE white dress shirt, black dress pants and a dark tie is required. Bow ties are acceptable.  Black dress shoes only.  No sneakers or jeans are permitted.  

• Graduates are NOT PERMITTED to decorate any part of their cap or gown.  The graduate will not be permitted to participate in the ceremony if they arrive at the school with a decorated cap or gown.

• Graduates are not permitted to carry any items in their hands during the ceremony.  This includes, but is not limited to, car keys, cell phones, pocketbooks, etc. Please plan accordingly by using pockets or pinning your keys to your clothing. 

• Students are not permitted to wear sunglasses during the ceremony. The sun is at their back. 

• Transcript request link can be found using the Transcript Information page linked on this page as well as the guidance department webpage.

• If a senior has passed all classes, yet chosen to NOT WALK in the ceremony, they must pick up their diploma on MONDAY 6/29 or TUESDAY 6/30  between the hours of 8am-3pm in the Main Office of the High School.  The school does not mail diplomas. 

Questions?

Contact Ms. Quinn at quinnv@eht.k12.nj.us