Graduation 2021 Update - Harrison Central School District

About HCSD Arts

HCSD's Fine and Performing Arts Department affords all students the opportunity to study music, visual art, dance, and theatre, providing every child with experiences that promote life-long participation and enjoyment of the arts. We embrace the cooperative work of parents, teachers, students, and the community, and are invested in a collaborative approach to support student development and success.

About HCSD Athletics

The Harrison Athletics program is built on the principles of Rigor, Development, Communication, and Accountability. Harrison coaches work to develop programs based on communication, clear expectations, ongoing feedback, accountability and developing self-advocacy in our student athletes. We are committed to meeting the standards of high expectation and maximum effort on and off the field.

Changes to Protocols and Requirements for Graduation & Moving Up Ceremonies

On Wednesday, June 16, 2021, the New York State Department of Health (NYSDOH) issued updated guidance concerning graduations and moving up ceremonies. Based on this guidance, year end academic celebrations no longer require social distancing, health screening, or the collection of information for contact tracing purposes.

Requirements for Parents/Guests

Proof of COVID-19 vaccination or a negative COVID-19 test result are no longer required for parents/guests. However, masks are still required for all unvaccinated individuals, pursuant to federal CDC guidelines.

Requirements for Students

Proof of COVID-19 vaccination or a negative COVID-19 test result are no longer required for students. All 5th grade students and unvaccinated 8th and 12th graders must still wear masks, pursuant to federal CDC guidelines.

Changes to Graduation Procedures

As a result of these changes, the 5th and 8th grade Moving Up Ceremonies and 12th grade Commencement Ceremony to be held on the grounds of Harrison High School will require fewer restrictions and allow for more attendees as follows:

5th grade Moving Up Ceremonies: Up to six (6) guests per family
8th Grade Moving Up Ceremony: Up to four (4) guests per family
HHS Commencement Ceremony: Up to four (4) guests per family

Tickets, Parking & Plans for Inclement Weather

Updated information about tickets, parking, and plans for indoor ceremonies in the event of rain will be emailed to parents on Monday. Please disregard prior instructions for picking up tickets. Cap & gown pick-up for seniors scheduled for Monday is temporarily postponed.

Please note these changes only apply to year end academic ceremonies and do not change the requirements for social distancing, mask wearing, or daily COVID-19 screening for daily school attendance.

Thank you for your patience as we adapt to these changes.