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June 25, 2026
June 25, 2026
University of Victoria (UVic)
University of Victoria (UVic)
Farquhar Auditorium
Farquhar Auditorium
Ring Rd B115, Victoria, BC V8P 5C2
Ring Rd B115, Victoria, BC V8P 5C2
Graduation Day Agenda - stay tuned
Graduation Day Agenda - stay tuned
Students who are eligible to participate may attend the Recognition Ceremony. Students should arrive in ceremonial attire.
Students who are eligible to participate may attend the Recognition Ceremony. Students should arrive in ceremonial attire.
Recognition Ceremony Student Involvement
Recognition Ceremony Student Involvement
Student Introductions
Student Introductions
The student introduction will be read as you cross the stage at the Recognition Ceremony. This is your opportunity to thank anyone important to you or tell us about your future plans. Ask a teacher if you'd like some help with this write-up.
The student introduction will be read as you cross the stage at the Recognition Ceremony. This is your opportunity to thank anyone important to you or tell us about your future plans. Ask a teacher if you'd like some help with this write-up.
Student introductions are submitted in Google Classroom - Due in April
Student introductions are submitted in Google Classroom - Due in April
Musical Performances
Musical Performances
It is a tradition at Stelly's to incorporate student musical performances into the Recognition Ceremony. Interested students will audition for the selection committee in the spring! Talk to Mr. Ziegler if you have any questions.
It is a tradition at Stelly's to incorporate student musical performances into the Recognition Ceremony. Interested students will audition for the selection committee in the spring! Talk to Mr. Ziegler if you have any questions.
Valedictorian
Valedictorian
The Valedictorian writes and presents the farewell address on behalf of the graduating class. Applicants will self nominate and short-listed candidates will make short presentations to the grad class for the Valedictorian vote.
The Valedictorian writes and presents the farewell address on behalf of the graduating class. Applicants will self nominate and short-listed candidates will make short presentations to the grad class for the Valedictorian vote.
Emcees
Emcees
Two students audition for a selection committee to act as Masters of Ceremony for the Grad Recognition Ceremony held at UVic. These students are responsible for preparing a script to keep ceremony running smoothly, introduce speakers, and highlight important memories and achievements from the graduating class.
Two students audition for a selection committee to act as Masters of Ceremony for the Grad Recognition Ceremony held at UVic. These students are responsible for preparing a script to keep ceremony running smoothly, introduce speakers, and highlight important memories and achievements from the graduating class.
Ceremony Information
Ceremony Information
Ceremony Fee
Ceremony Fee
The Recognition Ceremony Fee is $55 and covers the cost of four tickets per student to the ceremony. This was included in student fees at the beginning of the year.
The Recognition Ceremony Fee is $55 and covers the cost of four tickets per student to the ceremony. This was included in student fees at the beginning of the year.
Please pay via your online school account, via your bank, or in-person at Stelly's accounts office (debit, credit, cash, or cheque made payable to School District #63).
Please pay via your online school account, via your bank, or in-person at Stelly's accounts office (debit, credit, cash, or cheque made payable to School District #63).
Magic Wand
Magic Wand
Borrow a dress or a tux.
Borrow a dress or a tux.
Pay a small fee for cleaning.
Pay a small fee for cleaning.
Shoes and accessories are also available.
Shoes and accessories are also available.
Rehearsals
Rehearsals
Rehearsals are mandatory for all grade 12 students planning to attend the Recognition Ceremony.
Rehearsals are mandatory for all grade 12 students planning to attend the Recognition Ceremony.
Lunch Rehearsals in the Large Gym - stay tuned for dates
Lunch Rehearsals in the Large Gym - stay tuned for dates
Friday, May 29, 2026 - UVIC Rehearsal, students will be transported by school bus to/from Stelly's - Field Trip Consent Forms are Mandatory
Friday, May 29, 2026 - UVIC Rehearsal, students will be transported by school bus to/from Stelly's - Field Trip Consent Forms are Mandatory
Please see Google Classroom for details.
Please see Google Classroom for details.
Ticket Information
Ticket Information
The University of Victoria (UVic) has a specific ticketing process for the Grad Class of 2026. The ticketing process this year is different than in years past. Please read the information below very carefully.
Seat Allocation
Seat Allocation
The Farquhar Auditorium has great sightlines and acoustics from all seats.
The Recognition Ceremony Participation Google Forms will be date and time stamped in the order they are submitted. This information will be used by the UVic Ticket Centre to process requests.
Priority will be given to students on the Eligible to Graduate List posted on the Grad Google Classroom in May.
Special Seating Requirements
Special Seating Requirements
Any special requests for seats must be indicated on the Recognition Ceremony Participation Google Form (accessibility or mobility needs)
Special seating tickets must be booked by phone through the UVic Ticket Centre.
Babies and Toddlers
Babies and Toddlers
Please note that all human beings must have a ticket, even babes-in-arms and toddlers. This seat must be included in your ticket limit.
Ticket Distribution
Ticket Distribution
Overview of the New Ticketing Process
All tickets will be booked directly through the UVic Ticket Centre (online or by phone) - Tickets are no longer automatically allocated to students.
All students will be uploaded into the UVIC system using their @saanichlearns.ca email address. All users will be required to verify their email and set a password.
We strongly recommend that students and parents complete this account set-up step prior to the on-sale date. UVIC will send a system-generated email reminder with instructions and the on-sale date to student email addresses.
First round of ticket allocations permit families to book up to four seats (ticket cost covered by school grad fees)
At the specified date (Mid-May, TBD) families will be able to log in using the student’s email address to select up to four seats for no additional cost.
Only students on the Stelly's eligible to graduate list will be able to access tickets. Please attend to overdue books, school fees and complete all forms in the Google classroom to ensure you are able to book tickets on schedule.
A second round of tickets will be made available approximately 2 weeks later for families to purchase extra tickets. Payment can be made by Visa or Mastercard (cash and debit my be used for in-person sales). There is no guarantee the additional tickets will be seated with the original ticket.
Important Notes
Guests requiring accessible seating can contact the UVic Ticket Centre directly to book tickets. These seats are held specifically for this purpose and can only be booked by phone or in person.
The UVic Ticket Centre will email tickets directly to the graduating student’s @saanichlearns.ca email address.
Tickets will not be emailed until all historical overdue fees and textbooks up until the end of semester 1 are paid/returned.
Tickets can be printed in advance and brought to the venue on the day of the ceremony or the ticket can be presented on a mobile device where the barcode can be easily scanned.
All tickets include the name of the graduating student.
The barcode of each ticket is linked to the seat. Printing multiple tickets for the same seat will not get multiple people into the ceremony.
Once the tickets are distributed via email, students can contact the UVic Ticket Centre directly if changes are needed to the seating arrangements. UVic is happy to make changes if seats are available.
Making changes to tickets will invalidate the barcode on the original ticket.
Parking
Parking
On-campus parking can be purchased at any general lot meter.
It is recommended that families arrive early or purchase passes in advance through Campus Security. (https://parking.uvic.ca/ebusiness/cmn/index.aspx)
UVic Ticket Centre
UVic Ticket Centre
Monday-Friday
9:30 am - 4:00 pm
Telephone:
250-721-8480
Visa and MasterCard are accepted.
In Person:
In the lobby of the University Centre Building, B Wing, B103
Cash, Interac, Visa, and MasterCard are accepted.
Students must complete the Ceremony Participation Google Form
Students must complete the Ceremony Participation Google Form
Town of Sidney - Parks Use Permit
Town of Sidney - Parks Use Permit
The town of Sidney requires an application for any groups using their locations (Beacon Park, Band Shell, etc) for events such as Grad photo sessions or Grad celebratory gatherings.
The town of Sidney requires an application for any groups using their locations (Beacon Park, Band Shell, etc) for events such as Grad photo sessions or Grad celebratory gatherings.
Contact Town of Sidney, Engineering, Parks and Works Department for more information.
Contact Town of Sidney, Engineering, Parks and Works Department for more information.
- Tel: 250-656-4502
- Email: engineering@sidney.ca
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