I'm starting to think about my high school graduation (yeah, I know it's early) and was wondering: what's the most common time of day for graduation ceremonies?
The timing of high school graduation ceremonies can vary depending on the school's tradition, the school size, and the venue. That said, many high schools hold their graduation ceremonies either in the morning around 10 AM, or in the early evening around 6 PM, with the entire event typically lasting 2-3 hours.
Morning graduations often allow for celebrations and parties to take place in the afternoon, while evening graduations might be followed by a dinner or a late-night party. However, there's no standard; it's all based on the preference of the high school and what they believe will best accommodate their students and families.
It's also worth noting that the exact time and date of your graduation will likely be announced several months in advance, so you'll have plenty of time to plan any celebrations or gatherings you might want to have. Congratulations on nearing this exciting milestone!
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