***Traffic Update for Ocean Center Graduation****
This year the City of Daytona Beach and the Daytona International Speedway will be hosting a Truck Meet Event within the city limits of Daytona Beach. This event is scheduled for June 1 -3, 2018 and is expected to bring several thousand visitors to our beaches. It is understood that this event also conflicts with several of the Volusia County School’s Graduations that are scheduled to be held at the Ocean Center.
The Daytona Beach Police Department is requesting school officials, parents, and participants to utilize the Main Street Bridge to assist in maintaining efficient traffic movement.
Please note that there will be no trucks allowed over the Main Street Bridge. The Daytona Beach Police Department will have officers posted on each side of the Main Street Bridge to monitor and prevent traffic congestion.
Parking for graduation is available at the Ocean Center and surrounding parking lots. Guest will pay $5.00 to park. Carpooling is HIGHLY recommended. All seniors and guests are asked to plan accordingly so that you arrive on time for Graduation.
Graduation ceremonies will be held for area high schools beginning May 31 and ending June 3. Admission will be $3 per person. Parking will be $5 for ceremonies held at the Daytona Beach Ocean Center. Tickets will be pre sold at each of the high schools. Below is a list of the district’s graduation ceremonies and information related to the graduating classes of 2018.
****Bag Policy Update for Graduation Ceremony Guests ******
New this year is a bag policy for guests attending the graduation ceremonies at the Ocean Center and Edmunds Center:
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Each ticket holder, including children, may carry an approved clear bag and a clutch purse:
- One clear bag no larger than 12”x6”x12” or a one-gallon clear Ziploc, or similar, bag
- One small clutch bag or purse no larger than 6.5”x6.5”, with or without a strap
- Diapers and wipes may be carried in a clear bag; however, diaper bags are not permitted.
- Additional clothing, blankets, etc. are permitted if carried loosely (preferably over the shoulder to be screened more quickly) or in an approved clear bag.
- Small cameras, binoculars and cell phones may be carried loosely or in an approved clear bag.
*****Graduation Information By School********
Graduation: Sunday, June 3, 3:30 p.m., Daytona Beach Ocean Center
Approximate number of graduates: 240
Senior Awards: Tuesday, May 22, 6:00 p.m.,
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Bethune-Cookman University Performing Arts Center
Class Motto: “Our lives are before us, our pasts are behind us, but our memories are forever with us.” – Anonymous
Class Song: “Congratulations” by Post Malone
Class Colors: Coral
Class Flower: White Rose
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Graduation: Saturday, June 2, 7:30 p.m., Daytona Beach Ocean Center
Approximate number of graduates: 500
Senior Awards: Tuesday, May 15, 7 p.m., DeLand High School Auditorium
Class Motto: “Some have a story, we have a legacy”
Class Song: “Congratulations” by Post Malone
Class Colors: Green and Gold
Class Flower: Orchid
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Graduation: Sunday, June 3, noon, Daytona Beach Ocean Center
Approximate number of graduates: 400
Senior Awards: Thursday, May 17, 6:30 p.m., Deltona High School Auditorium
Class Motto: “What was once our destination is now the start of our journey.”
Class Song: “We are Young” by Fun
Class Colors: Royal Blue and Silver
Class Flower: Gardenia
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Graduation: Friday, June 1, 4 p.m., Daytona Beach Ocean Center
Approximate number of graduates: 450
Senior Awards: Thursday, May 24, 7 p.m., Peabody Auditorium
Class Motto: “Take pride in how far you have come. Have faith in how far you can go. But don’t forget to enjoy the journey.” –Michael Josephson
Class Song: “Farewell” by Rihanna
Class Colors: Blue and Gold
Class Flower: Lotus
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Graduation: Saturday, June 2, 4 p.m., Daytona Beach Ocean Center
Approximate number of graduates: 450
Honors Night: Thursday, May 17, 6 p.m., New Smyrna Beach High School Auditorium
Class Motto: “Today is the tomorrow we dreamed about yesterday” – Anne Marie Cline
Class Song: “Hey Ya” by Outcast
Class Colors: Red and Black
Class Flower: Red Rose
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Graduation: Saturday, June 2, 9 a.m., Daytona Beach Ocean Center
Approximate number of graduates: 391
Senior Awards: Tuesday, May 15, 7 p.m., Pine Ridge High School Auditorium
Class Motto: “New situations can be intimidating. You’re looking around and it’s all scary and different. But you know, meeting them head on, charging right into them like a bull, that’s how we grow as people.” -Rick Sanchez
Class Song: “All Star” -Smash Mouth
Class Colors: Teal, Black and Gold
Class Flower: White Lotus
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Graduation: Friday, June 1, 7:30 p.m., Daytona Beach Ocean Center
Approximate number of graduates: 380
Senior Awards: Tuesday, May 22, 6 p.m., Seabreeze High School Auditorium
Class Motto: “You’re only given a little spark of madness. You mustn’t lose it.” -Robin Williams
Class Song: “We’re All In This Together” – High School Musical
Class Colors: Red and White
Class Flower: Sunflower
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Graduation: Saturday, June 2, 12:30 p.m., Daytona Beach Ocean Center
Approximate number of graduates: 620
Senior Awards: Tuesday, May 29, 7 p.m., Bethune-Cookman University Performing Arts Center
Class Motto: “You miss 100% of the shots you don’t take.” – Wayne Gretzky
Class Song: “Congratulations” by Post Malone
Class Colors: Purple and Silver (in memory of Savanna Mohney)
Class Flower: Passion Flower
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Graduation: Thursday, May 31, 7 p.m., Edmunds Center, Stetson University
Approximate number of graduates: 149
Senior Awards: Wednesday, May 16, 6:30 p.m., Taylor Middle-High School Auditorium
Class Motto: “As you start your journey, the first thing you should do is throw away that store-bought map and begin to draw your own.” – Michael Dell
Class Song: “See You Again” by Carrie Underwood
Class Colors: Black
Class Flower: White Rose
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Graduation: Sunday, June 3, 7 p.m., Daytona Beach Ocean Center
Approximate number of graduates: 630
Senior Awards: Wednesday, May 16, 6:30 p.m., University High School Gymnasium
Class Motto: “The journey for the class of 2018 didn’t start at the beginning, it began at the end.”
Class Song: “See You Again” by Wiz Khalifa featuring Charlie Puth
Class Colors: Silver, Orange and White
Class Flower: Orange Gerbera Daisy
