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Board sets Darien High School graduation for Monday, June 16; board cites athlete conflicts and logistics
Summary
After hearing from student athletes and parents about conflicts with state championship schedules, the Darien Board of Education voted unanimously to set high school graduation for Monday, June 16, with no separate rain date; if weather forces an indoor ceremony the same day will be held inside.
The Darien Board of Education voted unanimously March 26 to hold Darien High School's graduation on Monday, June 16, rather than the previously listed June 12 date with a rain makeup.
The decision followed more than an hour of public comment by student athletes, parents and coaches who described multiple conflicts between the earlier graduation dates and state championship schedules. Parents and captains from boys and girls lacrosse, rowing, volleyball, baseball and other teams said the June 12'14 window put seniors…
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