Commencement at WAHS

Congratulations to our graduating students! We want to make the commencement ceremony a meaningful and enjoyable one for our students and guests. If you are involved in this year's ceremony, please review what the evening has in store for you below.

General Information

Commencement is a time-honored tradition that celebrates the academic accomplishments of students. During commencement ceremonies at WAHS, we recognize the learning, commitment and effort by our students in completing their high school career. This is a special event for the students and for all of those involved in supporting and encouraging them through this journey.

  • When: 7 p.m. Thursday, June 5, 2025
  • Location: TBD based on weather conditions

Gates to the stadium OR gymnasium doors will open promptly at 6 p.m. for guests. No one will be admitted prior to that time. 

Students will begin to process at 6:55 p.m.

Student Information & Expectations

Expectations and general information for the Class of 2025 will be made available closer to the time of graduation. 

Student Arrival & Parking Information

Graduation is one of the largest events held at the high school. There are a limited number of parking spaces on campus. Modified traffic patterns will be used to avoid unnecessary congestion.

Please plan to carpool, if possible. Seniors should arrive at the school by 6 p.m. The earlier students arrive to the school, the closer you will be able to park. 

Overflow Parking & Shuttle Service
Once the parking lots are full, we'll park cars at Williamsport Area Middle School (WAMS) and shuttle people to the high school. Shuttle service will be provided from both C-Lot and WAMS. Please ask your guests to note in which lot they parked so they get on the correct shuttle bus after the ceremony. Guests who ride River Valley Transit (RVT) will be shuttled from the RVT bus stop at WAMS to the loop. Shuttle service will be provided after the ceremony to C-Lot and WAMS.

Reserved Parking
Handicap parking permit and license plate vehicles will be directed to the reserved parking areas. 

Commencement Photographs

While parents and guests are free to take photos from their seats, Albright Studio Photography will photograph each student as they receive their diploma. Those photos will be made available within a week of graduation at www.albrightstudio.com.

In addition, the district's public relations department will post photos of graduation on the district's social media channels and website. 

Frequently Asked Questions

If the ceremony is held indoors, how many tickets do students get?             

Each senior will receive five (5) tickets.

Will live-streaming be available?             

Yes, a live-stream of the ceremony will be available through the district's YouTube channel.