West Contra Costa
Unified School District
Graduation Ceremonies
WCCUSD celebrates graduation as a key milestone, honoring students’ dedication and achievements. The district supports all students in meeting academic goals and earning diplomas, regardless of background. Each high school hosts a festive, respectful ceremony with speeches, music, and traditions like cap tossing. Graduates walk the stage in caps and gowns to receive diplomas, cheered on by family and friends, with many events live-streamed.
NEW - 2026 Graduation Schedules 🎓
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African American/Black Graduation |
Middle College High School |
Pinole Valley High School |
Vista High / Vista Virtual |
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Reclassification |
Adult Education |
De Anza High School |
El Cerrito High School |
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Transition Program |
Richmond High School |
Kennedy High School |
Hercules High School |
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Sylvester Greenwood Academy |
Extended Learning |
2025 Graduation Schedules 🎓
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African American/Black Graduation |
Middle College High School |
Pinole Valley High School |
Vista High / Vista Virtual |
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Adult Education |
De Anza High School |
El Cerrito High School |
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Transition Program |
Richmond High School |
Kennedy High School |
Hercules High School |
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Sylvester Greenwood Academy |
Extended Learning VIEW PHOTOS (coming soon) |
2024 Graduations
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| African American/Black Graduation Date: Friday, May 17, 2024 Time: 6:00 PM Location: DeJean Middle School View photos from the event |
Middle College High School |
Pinole Valley High School Date: Friday, May 31, 2024 Time: 6:00 PM Location: Pinole Valley HS Stadium View photos from the event |
Vista High / Vista Virtual Date: Saturday, June 1, 2024 Time: 11:00 AM Location: Pinole Valley HS Theater View photos from the event |
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Gateway to College |
Adult Education |
De Anza High School |
El Cerrito High School |
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| Transition Program Date: Thursday, June 6, 2024 Time: 11:00 am Location: Vista High School View photos from the event |
Richmond High School |
Kennedy High School |
Hercules High School Date: Saturday, June 8, 2024 Time: 10:00 am Location: Hercules HS Football Field View photos from the event |
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Sylvester Greenwood Academy |
Date: Thursday, July 18, 2024
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