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GRADUATION EXERCISES

The Orleans Parish School Board shall not allow any student to participate in commencement exercises until he/she has successfully completed all graduation requirements as prescribed by the Louisiana Board of Elementary and Secondary Education (BESE).  Special Education students must meet all program requirements to receive a certificate of completion and participate in commencement exercises.

Students who complete their work at midterm may participate in the senior class spring activities and in graduation. 

All graduation ceremonies shall be conducted in a dignified manner.  Any person, guest, or participant shall be removed from the ceremony if the behavior is contrary to established graduation rules and regulations.

Any graduating senior who commits a serious major or criminal infraction after the last regular class period as upheld by the Superintendent or his/her designee shall be excluded from year-end activities, including graduation exercises.  Diplomas may be given or mailed to the student after the close of the school year.  Seniors shall be made aware of this policy prior to the final exam period and a notice of the policy shall be mailed to parents from the school.

Ref:     La. Rev. Stat. Ann. §17:81

Orleans Parish School Board