General Information (updated 9/5/25)

The Buffalo Grove High School Commencement Ceremony will be held on Thursday, May 28th at 7:00 pm at the NOW Arena. More detailed information will be coming soon.

Mandatory Graduation Meeting on Wednesday, November 19th, 2025

There will be a mandatory informational Senior Graduation meeting held on Wednesday, November 19th at 7:30 am.  At this time, students will order their cap and gown and decide how they want their name written on the diploma they receive in May.  You have paid for the cap and gown and diploma as part of your senior registration fees.  No additional payment will be required.  Caps and gowns will be delivered to students in April 2026.    

Graduation Tickets 

Ticket Policy

• Ticket information will be coming soon.

General Behavior 

All school rules and policies will be observed and enforced at commencement. This includes, but is not limited to, the defiance of authority, disruptive behavior, and the use or possession of alcohol or drugs. The possession or use of any object that would disrupt the graduation rehearsal or ceremony or cause injury to anyone will cause the student to be removed. This is for the protection and safety of everyone.

Student Dress Guidelines

Students must come properly dressed for the ceremony. Traditional dress for academic graduation is the cap and gown.  Please read the guidelines linked here.

Appropriate attire under the cap and gown is required. Jeans, shorts, athletic wear, sport shoes, and rubber flip-flops are not appropriate. Personal items such as purses and cameras cannot be carried during the ceremony. Storage for these items will not be available.

Graduation Pictures 

For your convenience, we have made arrangements for a professional photographer to record the moment graduates are awarded their diploma. You will receive a passport-sized, full-color proof in the mail approximately one week after the ceremony. There is no obligation to purchase, and you will have the option of ordering several enlargement packages at very reasonable prices. This service will enable all students to have a photograph of their graduation. Family members and friends are encouraged to remain in their seats and enjoy the ceremony. Personal picture taking can be done prior to or after the ceremony.

FAQs

How many graduation tickets will I get? Can I get more?

Ticket information will be coming soon.

When do the doors open on May 28th? 

Doors to the stadium open at 6:00 pm.

Can we bring balloons? 

No balloons are allowed in the stadium during the ceremony. Please keep them in your car for after the ceremony.

Where is parking? Is there handicap parking?

Parking information for the Now Arena will be available soon. 

Can I get up and take pictures as my child walks across the stage? 

No.  Buffalo Grove High School has contracted a professional photographer to take pictures of every graduate as they walk across the stage. The company will contact every family with the opportunity to purchase copies of the photographs. Please do not stand, as this may block the view of other spectators.

Will I be able to get a copy of the video from the ceremony?

YES!  The entire ceremony will be taped AND will be available for live viewing on May 28th. Information regarding video will be communicated closer to the ceremony.

How long does the ceremony last?

The ceremony usually lasts 90 minutes.

Is there a dress code for the graduates?

Yes, see student dress section listed above.

Is there a formal reception in the school after the ceremony?

No, families typically have preferred private family ceremonies off site.

What time do the graduates have to be at school on Wednesday the 28th? 

Graduates must be at school by 8:30am for rehearsal and then no later than 6:30 pm in the gym to line up for the ceremony.

Where do we get our tickets?

If tickets are required, they will be distributed to the graduates at rehearsal on Wednesday, May 28th, provided all financial obligations have been met.

When do graduates get their cap and gown?

Caps and Gowns will be distributed in the cafeteria in April during all lunch hours.