Senior Information - Arlington Tech

Important Senior Dates

Students in graduation hugging after graduation.

We will continue to add specific dates for seniors as details are confirmed.

February – Cap & gowns orders go out
March 1 – Deadline to apply for NOVA graduation
May 14th – Arlington Tech NOVA Graduation Reception at ACC
May 18th – NOVA Graduation at George Mason University
May – Decision Day
May – Capstone showcase
May 27 – June 2 – Senior Final Exams
June 2 – Last day of class for seniors
June 4– Senior Prom
June 9 – Graduation

ACC Graduation Information

Date: June 9, 2026

Location: Wakefield football field (Rain location: gym)

Time: 5pm

Tickets:. We opted for the outdoor location so we do not need to limit tickets for capacity. Students will receive 6 tickets and can request more. We will send out a request form at the end of the year for families to request more tickets.

Caps and Gowns: Deadlines for purchasing caps and gowns is in March.

Dress Guidance: Students should dress in business or professional attire.

Sponsor a Senior! Families interested in financially supporting a senior will have an opportunity to do so in the spring.

NOVA Graduation

Group of students in green regalia for NOVA graduation.

NOVA Commencement for Degree Earners

DATE: May 18, 2026

LOCATION: EagleBank Arena (George Mason University)

We will add more information as it is posted. Families can also check the NOVA website.

Students earning an associate’s degrees can participate in NOVA’s graduation ceremony. This is a well-attended event with a large number of participants. It is important to register early to secure a spot in the ceremony. We will send out information as NOVA sends updates. All information is posted on NOVA’s Commencement and Graduation Process pages.

Comprehensive High Schools Graduation Information

ACC Seniors Class of 2026!

Did you know that you can participate in your home-school graduation ceremony in addition to participating in ACC’s graduation ceremony?

Dates and locations for all graduation ceremonies are posted on the APS website’s APS Graduation page.

If you are interested in participating in your home-school graduation ceremony in addition to participating in ACC’s graduation ceremony, please follow the guidance below:

Wakefield High School
Email [email protected] to let them know that you plan to participate in the Wakefield graduation ceremony. She can answer questions you have about cap and gown and ceremony details.

Washington-Liberty High School
Email [email protected] to let them know you plan to participate in the W-L graduation ceremony. She can answer questions you have about cap and gown and ceremony details.

Yorktown High School
Email [email protected] to let them know you plan to participate in the Yorktown graduation ceremony. She can answer questions you have about cap and gown and ceremony details.