Graduation 2026
Saturday, May 16, 2026
Ceremony Begins at 10:00 a.m.
WHERE: Crystal Lake Central High School Field House
45 W. Franklin Avenue, Crystal Lake, IL 60014
Class of 2026 Live Stream
When will the doors open on Saturday, May 16, for graduation?
Doors will open at 9:00 AM.
At what time must my son or daughter arrive at CLC on May 16?
All graduates must be in the cafeteria by 9:00 AM and must be wearing their cap and gown. Students will not be able to carry purses or bags, so leave them at home.
How many tickets does each student receive?
Each student will receive 6 tickets. Students will pick up their tickets on May 14 at graduation practice.
Are additional tickets available if I need more?
The best way to secure additional tickets is for your student and/or parents to ask their friends if they will be using all 6 of their tickets. In the past, most students and/or parents have been able to get tickets from their friends. Extra tickets may be available and distributed on a first-come, first-served basis immediately following graduation practice. There will not be a waiting list for extra tickets.
Is there additional seating available for non-ticket holders?
No. Additional seating for non-ticket holders is not available. Individuals without tickets & out-of-town family/friends can view the ceremony on the livestream from home. The streaming link will be available on the CLC website on the morning of May 16.
What should my son or daughter wear to graduation?
Graduation is an important milestone and a semi-formal event. Students should plan on wearing their best business casual attire and shoes when dressing up for this occasion (dress, skirt/blouse, dress pants, dress shirt/collared shirt). Jeans, shorts, or flip-flops are not permitted. Finally, students should not decorate their mortarboard/hat in any way. **Students may only wear school-awarded stoles & cords and/or US Military honor stoles.
When will my son or daughter receive their official diploma?
During the ceremony, the students will receive an empty diploma cover. After the ceremony, the students will pick up their actual diplomas in the cafeteria.
Is there accessible seating and parking available?
Yes. Please use this LINK to make a reservation for accessible seating and/or parking. Once your request is processed, you will receive a confirmation email with further details. If you have any questions, feel free to contact Mrs. Kathie Foster (kfoster@d155.org)
When is graduation practice and the senior breakfast?
Graduation practice is Thursday, May 14. Students should report to the Field House foyer at 7:20 AM to pick up their graduation packet. A hot buffet breakfast will be served (free).
Is graduation practice mandatory?
Yes. Students who do not attend graduation practice will not be able to participate in the graduation ceremony.
Do December graduates need to come to graduation practice?
Yes.
When are Jostens caps and gowns delivered?
Cap & Gown pick-up will be scheduled some time mid-March 2026, during lunch hours in the cafeteria. Please listen for an announcement about the specific date. If you have not ordered your cap/gown, please visit jostens.com as soon as possible. For any questions regarding cap & gown, please contact Todd Crandall (Jostens) directly at todd.crandall@jostens.com or call 815-477-3588.
Can I buy flowers for my graduate?
Yes. You can use this link to order flowers that you will pick up onsite at graduation.
Flowers will also be available at the door for purchase.
Is there Professional Photography being taken?
VIP will take pictures during the ceremony. Picture order information will be shared after graduation.
Who do I contact with questions?
Contact Mr. Steve Knope (sknope@d155.org).
Chromebook FAQ
What will happen with my D155 email address and Chromebook after I graduate?
- Graduates will be able to keep their Chromebooks to use on their next endeavor, however, each graduate MUST go through a process that will remove the device from D155 ownership. At this time, students will also have one final opportunity to transfer any of their D155 Drive contents to a personal Google account. Students who either do not want their Chromebook or don’t plan on using it in the future may return it to their school’s Tech Center.
- Please note the following timeline:
- Students will receive an email from noreply@d155.org on the last Friday of June with the necessary steps for taking ownership of their Chromebook.
¿Qué pasará con mi dirección de correo electrónico del D155 y la Chromebook después de graduarme?
- Los graduados podrán quedarse con sus Chromebooks para usar en sus próximos proyectos, sin embargo, cada graduado DEBE pasar por un proceso que removerá el dispositivo de la propiedad del D155. En este momento, los estudiantes también tendrán una última oportunidad para transferir cualquiera de sus contenidos del Drive del D155 a una cuenta personal de Google. Los estudiantes que no quieran su Chromebook o no planean usarla en el futuro pueden devolverla al Centro Técnico de la escuela.
- Tenga en cuenta la siguiente línea de tiempo:
- Los estudiantes recibirán un correo electrónico de noreply@d155.org el último viernes de junio con los pasos necesarios para tomar posesión de su Chromebook.
Please note: This page contains links to documents that are in Adobe's PDF format. If you have accessibility needs that make it difficult for you to access and / or interpret information in PDF format, please call 815-455-8500 or email distmail@d155.org, and we will be happy to assist you.