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The countdown to Graduation is on!
This is an exciting time for our Seniors and their families, but we know that with so many events there are a lot of details to keep straight. We hope this page answers any lingering questions you may have.
Please take a few moments to review and note that some events are mandatory; if a student fails to complete a mandatory requirement, he or she will not be permitted to walk across the stage at Graduation.
For questions about any of the below information, please contact Mrs. Laura Ward-Moran at lwardmoran@johncarroll.org.
Important dates
The following dates are important for Seniors and their parents/guardians. All activities that are mandatory to walk at Graduation are marked as required.
February 12, 2026
11:40 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
100 Days Celebration & Alumni Induction Lunch
Required
Celebrate 100 days until Graduation and your Alumni Association induction!
March 3, 2026
Trip to Washington, D.C.
Required
March 10, 2026
Holocaust Remembrance Day
Required
March 25, 2026
Senior Retreat
Required
Seniors will depart after school on Wednesday, March 25 and return by 2:00 p.m. on Friday, March 27.
May 4, 2026
5:30–7:30 p.m.
Carroll Scholars Reception
Required
May 7, 2026
5:30–8:30 p.m.
Seniors of St. Joseph Program Dinner
Required
May 15, 2026
Last Day of Classes for Seniors
Required
May 20, 2026
8:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
Senior Awards Ceremony & Graduation Rehearsal
Required
The Senior Awards Ceremony will begin promptly at 8:00 a.m. Following the Senior Awards Ceremony, students will attend Baccalaureate and Graduation rehearsal. Please note, student attendance is required in order to participate in Graduation, and all students must follow Dress Code and arrive by 7:45 a.m.
May 21, 2026
6:00–8:00 p.m.
Baccalaureate Mass & Senior Sunset Social
Required
In the case of inclement weather, Baccalaureate Mass will take place in the Upper Gym and tickets will be required (four per student, given at End-of-Year Item Pick-up). The Senior Sunset Social will take place on campus immediately after Mass. Seniors should report wearing gowns (no caps). Ladies should wear a white gown over a plain, light-colored dress or light-colored pants with a blouse/sweater with white or light-colored shoes. Gentlemen should wear a black gown over white shirts with a dark tie, dark dress pants, dark socks and appropriate shoes. No tennis shoes, slippers or flip-flops.
May 23, 2026
10:30 a.m.
Graduation
Required
APGFCU Arena at HCC
Graduation
Graduation will take place on Saturday, May 23 at 10:30 a.m. in the APGFCU Arena at HCC.
Students will receive 10 printed tickets for their guests and will be available for pick-up on May 13-14 during Mod 7 in Mrs. Ward-Moran's Office. All guests must present their ticket at the entrance, and underclassmen should show their student ID for admission.
If your family does not plan to use all 10 allotted tickets, please contact Laura Ward-Moran at lwardmoran@johncarroll.org.
Graduation Requirements
The following reasons may result in a diploma being held. Please email the respective staff member with concerns and questions.
In accordance with school policy, any Senior who fails a course for the year or fails to meet any other graduation requirement will not receive a diploma at Graduation. A one-semester course must also receive a passing grade. We do, however, encourage the student and the parents to take part in the Graduation ceremony even though the diploma will not be granted at that time. Only the student who is not receiving his/her diploma would be aware of that fact as all students receive the same diploma cover.
Academic failure
If a student fails one or two classes (year-long or semester) he/she will be permitted to participate in graduation activities (Baccalaureate, Graduation) but would not receive a diploma until completion of an approved summer school class at a community college. There are no summer school courses for Seniors at The John Carroll School.
Failure to complete 80 service hours by March 20
Outstanding loaned class materials
Outstanding Athletics equipment/uniforms
Tuition obligations
Inappropriate behavior and discipline
Failure to successfully complete Senior English Term Paper
Failure to attend all-class trips, Holocaust Remembrance Day and/or Sr. Retreat
