Graduation

University of West Georgia

UWG is enforcing a clear bag policy for all venues on campus. Only clear bags are allowed inside the coliseum for graduation.

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Graduation Information

 

Senior Events, Dates and Deadlines

 

Senior Letter Submission Form Opens

  • Wednesday, January 14, 2026

  • Online submission ONLY

  • Use the QR code found on social media and the school website

 

Cap and Gown Delivery  

  • Thursday, April 2, 2026

  • Front atrium during all lunches

  • Gowns not picked up will be available in the Media Center

 

Honors & Awards Night (invitation only)

  • Tuesday, April 21, 2026

  • Roopville Road Baptist Church

  • 6:00 p.m.

 

Senior Class Drone Photo   

  • Friday, April 24, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. 

  • School attire with cap and gown 

  • Keep tassel and regalia at home.     

  • Meet on football field 

 

Senior Letter Submission Deadline - Form Closes

  • Wednesday, April 29, 2026

  • 3:00 p.m.

 

Senior Class Breakfast & Yearbook Distribution

  • Thursday, April 30 at 9:00 a.m. in cafeteria

  • Registration required via GoFan.co, cost $1

 

Settle Overdue Balances ~ Thursday, April 30, 2026

  • Cash or portal payments only - NO CHECKS

  • Fees owed to other district locations must be paid for at that location or via the portal.

  • Transcripts will not be released until Infinite Campus fee balances are cleared.

 

Senior Exams ~ Return Chromebook and cord after last exam!

  • Wednesday, May 6 ~ 2, 4, 6

  • Thursday, May 7 ~ 1, 3, 5, 7

  • Friday, May 8 ~ Senior Make-Up Exam 

    • Return Chromebook and cord to the Media Center; lost cords $50 cash

 

Senior Walk at Elementary School(s) and Central Middle School (optional)

  • Monday, May 11, 2026

  • CES, RES, WES at 1:00 p.m., and CMS at 2:00 p.m.

  • School attire with cap and gown

  • Transportation is the students’ responsibility

 

Yearbook Distribution

  • May 11-15 on 100 hall near room 141

 

Baccalaureate (optional event) 

  • Monday, May 11, 2026

  • 7:00 p.m.

  • Roopville Road  Baptist Church

  • Formal attire with cap and gown

 

Graduation Tickets (8 per graduate)   

  • Distribution early May

  • Additional tickets will be available at Will-Call the day of graduation

 

Movie Night on football field

  • Friday, May 15, 2025

  • 6:30 p.m.

  • Bring lawn chairs, blankets, snacks and water

 

Graduation Practice (mandatory)

  • Monday, May 18, 2026

  • 9:00  a.m.-12:30 p.m.

  • Transportation is students’ responsibility

  • UWG Coliseum

  • School attire no cap and gown

  • Senior letters will be given to graduates

 

Graduation

  • Thursday, May 21, 2026

  • 7:00 p.m.

  • University of West Georgia (UWG) Coliseum

  • Formal attire with cap and gown

    • Doors open to guests at 6:00 p.m.

    • Graduates arrive by 6:00 p.m. through the loading dock

 

Check the school website for more information.

https://chs.carrollcountyschools.com/graduationinformation

Main website url: chs.carrollcountyschools.com

Click the Parent or Student button

Click Graduation

 

Questions: 

Contact Linda Morris, Senior Class Sponsor

linda.morris@carrollcountyschools.com

770.834.3386 x2412


Important Senior Documents (mailed home)

Senior Dates (Mailed home Tuesday, January 13, 2026)

What to wear and how to care (Mailed home September 23, 2025)

  • Students may only wear approved honor regalia during the graduation ceremony. Awards given to students from outside groups such as military recruiters, churches, and/or national organizations will be asked to remove the item for the ceremony.

  • Check What I Need to Wear and How to Care document for approved regalia.

The Dos . . . .

  • Do bring a clear bag to UWG.
  • Do bring a ticket for everyone in your party, and stop by the Will-Call window if you need an extra. Fire Marshal policy requires everyone, even babies, have an admission ticket.
  • Do bring a smile and our celebration of graduates.

The Don'ts . . .

  • Don't SAVE SEATS!
  • Don't bring food from outside vendors. Food is available inside the coliseum.
  • Don't walk on the coliseum floor, only graduates and teachers are allowed on the floor.
  • Don't smoke, chew, or vape on UWG campus.
  • Don't bring balloons or noisemakers inside the building.

Why should I dress in formal attire?

Graduation is a celebration for the entire class, not the individual. The formal attire worn by a graduate is the most iconic graduation tradition. The robes and caps are inseparably tied to the event. The idea of graduates wearing academic robes dates back to the 12th and 13th centuries. Oxford and Cambridge were the first recorded schools to standardize the long gowns to represent unity during graduation. The square cap symbolizes the square shape of the quad on Oxford's campus.

In an effort to formalize Central High School's graduation ceremony, students and faculty are asked to unify in formal dress so the graduate, not the attire, is the focus of the event.

Formal clothing will be provided to students with limited resources. See Ms. Jones or Ms. Smith for assistance.

Graduation 2025

Graduation

Click here to view past graduation ceremonies.https://chs.carrollcountyschools.com/graduationarchive

One Time Senior Fee: What to pay and when to pay.

Fees cover: Cap, gown, tassel, diploma, diploma cover, program, alumni tee and ceremony expenses.

ONE-TIME Senior Fee for Graduation 2026 

Infinite Campus Credit Card Payment:

Second Semester: $225

After February 12, 2026: $275

 

In Media Center Cash Payment:

Second Semester: $200

After February 12, 2026: $260

If you pay senior fees for graduation before December 18, you DO NOT owe anything else for the graduation ceremony. Senior fees are paid ONE TIME ONLY. Get the price deal and pay first semester! 

Ticket Details

  • Early May distribution
  • Everyone, including a baby in arms, must have a ticket per Fire Marshal safety regulations
  • Students will be issued 8 tickets. Additional tickets will be available at Will-Call the day of graduation beginning one hour prior to the ceremony.

What to wear with your gown for the graduation ceremony.

Boys Attire

Boys wear black dress pants with black belt, black socks and black dress shoes. No boots or tennis shoes please. Wear a white button-down or collared shirt with a plain or small print bow or necktie.

Girls Attire

Girls wear a black or dark colored dress or black dress slacks with a white blouse. Dresses should be shorter than the gown, generally at knee length or a little higher. Shoes should be black and may be open toe or open heel, but should not be both. Please wear shoes, not sandals. A shoe is more formal than a summer sandal. Dark dresses are preferred as light colors may shine through your photos in the ceremony. 

Graduation is a formal ceremony for the entire class. Please be respectful of the clothing request for the event.

Graduation Note:  Students wearing blue jeans, tee shirts, or inappropriate shoes will not be allowed to walk during the graduation ceremony. Graduation gowns must be fully zipped up during the entire ceremony.
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