With spring in full swing, the excitement of milestone moments is building—especially for our eighth-grade students and their families. Graduation is a time-honored tradition in District 54 and we’re thrilled to share the details for this year’s ceremonies.
2026 Eighth-Grade Graduation Schedule
This year, graduation ceremonies will be held on Thursday, May 21, 2026 at the following times and locations:
At Conant High School (700 E. Cougar Trail, Hoffman Estates)
- Frost Junior High – 5:30 p.m.
- Mead Junior High – 8:00 p.m.
At Schaumburg High School (1100 W. Schaumburg Road, Schaumburg)
- Keller Junior High – 5:30 p.m.
- Addams Junior High – 8:00 p.m.
At Fremd High School (100 S. Quentin Road, Palatine)
- Lincoln Prairie School – 5:30 p.m. (held in the auditorium)
- Eisenhower Junior High – 6:30 p.m. (held in the gym)
Important Details for Families
- Tickets will not be required for entry.
- Families and students should arrive 30 minutes before the start of the ceremony. This allows time for students to line up and for families to find their seats.
- Accessible seating will be available on the floor for guests who are unable to use bleacher seating.
- The last day of school for eighth-grade students will be Thursday, May 21, 2026. Students will participate in graduation rehearsals during the school day.
We look forward to celebrating this meaningful milestone with our students and families. Please look out for more details from your school’s principal, including information about end-of-year events and celebrations.
Congratulations in advance to the Class of 2026—we’re so proud of all you’ve accomplished!
