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Board tables proposal to set 2027 graduation dates after members raise family and scheduling concerns
Summary
After debate over rotating graduations to separate nights and concerns about midweek events and church conflicts, the board voted to table the proposed 2027 graduation schedule and asked staff to gather more feedback.
Board members discussed a staff recommendation to set 2027 high school graduation dates on separate nights with an alphabetical rotation, rather than holding two graduations each evening. Proponents said separate nights could reduce conflicts for families with students at multiple schools; opponents raised concerns about midweek burdens for families who travel and possible conflicts with church services.
Several board members said parents want firm dates early; others said keeping two graduations per evening while announcing dates sooner might meet constituent needs. After discussion Dr. Brandon moved to table item 7.01 and bring it back at the next meeting; Miss Nichols seconded the motion, which carried on a unanimous voice vote.
The board’s motion to table preserves the existing two-per-evening option for now while directing staff to solicit additional feedback from high schools and families and return with a revised recommendation.
