It’s the end of the school year in Northeast Georgia – and the end of high school for many local students. Throughout this past week, graduation ceremonies have taken place across the region, and tonight, the celebrations continue.
Habersham Central, the Habersham Success Academy, White County, and Stephens County High are among the local schools that will honor the Class of 2025 on Friday, May 23. Graduation ceremonies are also planned this evening in Banks County, Elbert County, Franklin, Hall County (North Hall High and Chestatee High School), Hart, Oconee, Rabun, Towns, and Union counties.
Flowery Branch and East Hall High students graduate on Saturday, May 24.
What to expect at Hab Central’s graduation
Habersham Central High School’s (HCHS) graduation is set to begin at 8 p.m. Friday at Raider Stadium in Mt. Airy. 486 students from Habersham Central and the Habersham Success Academy are expected to walk across the stage to accept their diplomas
This year’s keynote speaker is Brian James, senior pastor of Level Grove Baptist Church in Cornelia. James graduated from Habersham Central High School in 1990 and is this year’s recipient of the HCHS Lifetime Achievement Award.
For those unable to attend, the ceremony will be livestreamed here. According to a notice from school officials, a recording will be posted to YouTube at a later date.
The graduation night forecast calls for clear skies. In the event of bad weather, the ceremony will be postponed for two hours or pushed to Saturday, if necessary.
White County
White County High School will hold its graduation ceremony at the school’s stadium in Cleveland. Gates open at 5:30 p.m.
Superintendent Laurie Burkett anticipates 250 graduates will walk the stage to receive their diplomas. White County High School Principal Mary Anne Collier praised this year’s seniors for their resilience and diverse future plans, including careers in the military, college, and joining the workforce.
Stephens County
Stephens County High School seniors will gather at the school stadium to graduate at 8 p.m. Friday. The ceremony caps off a school year that officially ended on Wednesday, May 21.
Gates open at 6:30 p.m., and tickets are required.
According to the school system, handicap parking and seating will be available. The handicap parking area near the concession stand is reserved for drop-offs only. Shuttle service will be available for those needing assistance to get to and from the stadium.
Local livestreams
For those unable to attend graduation in person, here are links to several livestreams local schools are providing:
Now Habersham will have complete coverage of Friday night’s graduation ceremonies in Habersham, Stephens, and White counties. Check back here for updates.
