ACHS Graduation 2025
Graduation
Wednesday, May 28, 2025, 8:45 a.m. at George Mason University (GMU) EagleBank Arena, 4400 University Dr., Fairfax, VA
Alexandria City High School News You Can Use for the Graduating Class of 2025
Important Information
Testing Information titantestingteam@acps.k12.va.us
- Term Grad Testing: April 7 - May 2; May 19 - 27
- Advanced Placement Exams: May 5 - 16
- Final Exams: May 14 & 15
Senior Experience
achsccc@acps.k12.va.us
- All coursework/exams completed by May 7
- 2025 Senior Experience Interest Form (available until April 11, before Spring Break)
- Mentor Agreement due before April 11
- Info in Canvas School Counseling Resource Center
- Off-Site for Senior Experience: May 12 - May 23
- Capstone Presentations: May 23 via Zoom
Senior Prom
matthew.henry@acps.k12.va.us and jacquelyn.alvarez@acps.k12.va.us
- Saturday, May 10—8:00 - 11:00 p.m.
- Renaissance Capital View Hotel - 2800 S Potomac Ave, Arlington, VA 22202
- Prom Promise Form must be completed by all seniors and guests before purchasing tickets.
- Prom tickets are on sale Monday, April 21 to Friday, May 9 - the cost is $50 for students and $55 for guests
- All tickets can be purchased on GoFan. Students with deficiencies of $50 or more will not be able to purchase a ticket until their deficiencies are paid down.
Graduation Rehearsals (Mandatory)
erin.strimple-barker@acps.k12.va.us
- May 27 in the ACHS King Street auditorium
- General Studies (including IA) @ 9 - 10 a.m.
- BSGV, EDLA, VPAA @ 11 a.m. - noon
- STEM, GLOB, Satellite, CFC @ 1 - 2 p.m.
- Please don’t wear your robes to rehearsal If you don’t know which Academy you are in, you can look it up in PowerSchool!
Graduation March
michael.burch@acps.k12.va.us
- May 22—8:30 a.m. Start time (Auditorium)
- Attire: Caps and Gowns Required
- Visit ACPS schools to celebrate your accomplishment, thank others and inspire future Titans to graduate.
Distribution of Caps and Gowns/Yearbook
patricia.moran@achs.k12.va.us, emily.staley@acps.k12.va.us
- To order: https://hjvirginia.com
- Distribution: King Street Room B131 May 1 & 2 during lunches & May 1 3:45-4:45 p.m.
- Link to purchase a yearbook: Yearbook Order Distribution dates: May 27 -May 30, 2025
- Donate your cap and gown after graduation to the Class of ‘26 by dropping it off to the King St. main office
Deficiencies
jacquelyn.alvarez@acps.k12.va.us
Scan the QR code or follow the link to MySchoolBucks to submit payment.
Graduation
Wednesday, May 28, 2025, at George Mason University (GMU) EagleBank Arena, 4400 University Dr., Fairfax, VA
Processional begins at 8:45 a.m.
To watch live stream use: https://grad.memoriesvideography.com/ACPS
- Tickets: Seven (7) graduation tickets will be distributed to each senior at the end of Graduation Rehearsal on May 27. Note: Senior Exit Survey must be completed before receiving graduation tickets.
- Accommodations: Accessible seating is provided at all portal entries for handicapped guests and one attendant.
- Parking and Entrance: Both become available at 8:00 a.m. at George Mason University.
- There is a clear bag policy in place for all patrons. All bags will be searched upon entry.
- Prohibited Items: Outside food/beverage, bottles, cans, coolers, noisemakers, air horns, projectiles, inflatable beach balls, Frisbees, fireworks, weapons, drugs, signs, balloons, silly string, flags, non-service animals, monopods, tripods, selfie-sticks, poles.
- Etiquette: All attendees must remain seated during the ceremony. Aisles and doors must remain clear.
- Individual Pictures: Lifetouch Studios will be taking individual pictures. Ordering information will be available at graduation.
DVD/BluRay (HD): Available through Memories Videography. Order forms will be available at graduation or use http://tinyurl.com/AlexandriaHS-ordering
Morning of Graduation
- 6:00 a.m.: All seniors report to ACHS King Street Campus through doors 35/36.
- Students must wear a gown & grad cap with a tassel.
- NO CELL PHONES. Cell phones and other items are not allowed and will be available for pick-up after graduation at ACHS King Street from 1-2 p.m.
- Students must ride the ACPS school bus to GMU.
Immediately after Graduation
- Diplomas will be distributed by school counselors at GMU following the ceremony.
- Any items stored for graduates will be available for pick-up at ACHS King Street Main Office from 1-2 p.m.
Graduation Party
angp.achs@gmail.com
Wednesday, May 28 : 8:00 p.m. - 12:00 a.m.
Location: ACHS King Street, Gym
Info: www.titansallnightgradparty.com
Food! Casino! Music! Games! A Magician, Caricaturists and a Palm Reader! Prizes (Big Prizes!)
Don't miss this opportunity for one last blast with your Titan Class of 2025.
Tickets and yard signs will go on sale soon.
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