Region South’s Summer Graduation Ceremony

What
Region South’s Summer Graduation Ceremony
When
8/6/2025, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Where
Gardena HS

We are pleased to confirm that one or more students from your school will be participating in Region South’s Summer Graduation Ceremony on August 6, 2025, at Gardena High School, from 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM.
As we approach the date, here are a few friendly reminders to ensure the event runs smoothly for graduates and their families:



  • As we approach the date, here are a few friendly reminders to ensure the event runs smoothly for graduates and their families:

    • Celebratory Elements:  The school is responsible for providing the student’s cap and gown, tassels, diploma, and any cords, sashes, or any celebratory elements with graduates prior to the ceremony. You do not need to supply diploma covers.

    • Share important updates: Let us know of any changes in student attendance, or special accommodations.

    • Student Arrival Time: We kindly request that students arrive 1 hour before the ceremony to allow for rehearsal.

    • Principal and Director Arrival Time: We kindly request that principals and directors arrive 30 minutes before the ceremony. Please bring your gown.

    🎓 Student Logistics: Graduation Day Reminder

    • No admission tickets required. Students simply line up with peers at the staging area and are admitted as directed by ceremony staff.

    • Flat or low‑heeled shoes are strongly advised, especially for navigating uneven ground, grass, and stairs.

    🎓 Cap & Gown • Looking Sharp at the Ceremony Entrance

    • As soon as students receive their gown and cap, it is recommended that they hang them on a solid hanger (not a folding wire type). Hanging for 1–2 days greatly reduces wrinkles and draping look much more professional on stage.

    🚗 Family & Guest Parking

    • Families typically park at or near:

      182nd Street and Vermont Avenue (street-side, one block south of the student gate).

      Parking lot on South Budlong Avenue (approximately 2 blocks west of the venue), accessible via Porter Ranch Gateway Transit Center.

      Overflow street parking along Normandie Avenue near 183rd (check posted signs carefully).

    Should you have any questions please feel free to reach out.  Celebratory Elements:  The school is responsible for providing the student’s cap and gown, tassels, diploma, and any cords, sashes, or any celebratory elements with graduates prior to the ceremony. You do not need to supply diploma covers.

  • Share important updates: Let us know of any changes in student attendance, or special accommodations.

  • Student Arrival Time: We kindly request that students arrive 1 hour before the ceremony to allow for rehearsal.

  • Principal and Director Arrival Time: We kindly request that principals and directors arrive 30 minutes before the ceremony. Please bring your gown.

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me.

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