In-Person And Virtual Graduations Planned In Harford County

HARFORD COUNTY, MD — The 2,700 Harford County seniors graduating in the class of 2020 will have not one but two graduations. A team of school leaders and students devised a plan that includes in-person and digital components, according to Superintendent Sean Bulson.

"I am pleased to share that each graduating senior will be invited to return to their high school for an in-person, individual commencement experience," Bulson said.

Seniors will receive appointment times for these events at their schools between June 8 and June 12.

"Schools will be putting out the individual plans," Bulson said.

"There will be many details to ensure that we adhere to the Governor’s Executive Orders for social distancing and gatherings, that we remain aligned with Health Department guidelines, and that we take all safety measures into consideration," he said. "Your school will be reaching out with these details, along with an appointment time."

Each school has also put together a digital commencement ceremony, which will be released at 5 p.m. on Monday, June 8.

"We're excited that we're able to do an in-person element as well as the digital commencement exercises," Bulson said.

Magnet/Signature Program Ceremonies

Video programs will also celebrate those graduating from magnet/signature programs, with guest speakers and students presenting their projects from Thursday, May 21, to Thursday, May 28. They will be shared on the HCPS website and HCPSchools YouTube channel.

• 11 a.m. on Thursday, May 21: C. Milton Wright High School, Project Lead the Way: Pre-Engineering
• 3 p.m. on Thursday, May 21: Joppatowne High School, Homeland/Security Emergency Preparedness
• 11 a.m. on Friday, May 22: Havre de Grace High School, Project Lead the Way: Biomedical Sciences
• 3 p.m. on Friday, May 22: Edgewood High School, International Baccalaureate
• 11 a.m. on Tuesday, May 26: Edgewood High School, National Academy of Finance: Academy of Finance Program
• 3 p.m. on Tuesday, May 26: Aberdeen High School, Project Lead the Way: Pre-Engineering
• 11 a.m. on Wednesday, May 27: Aberdeen High School, Science and Mathematics Academy
• 3 p.m. on Wednesday, May 27: North Harford High School, Natural Resources and Agricultural Sciences
• 11 a.m. on Thursday, May 28: Bel Air High School, Project Lead the Way: Biomedical Sciences

"We are so proud of each of you," Bulson said, "and look forward to a time when we can see everyone in person."

Watch the graduation announcement from Bulson:

See Also:

• Commencement Dates, Last Day For Seniors 2020: HCPS
• Patch Honors Harford County Graduates: Congrats, Class Of 2020
• Harford Community College Holding Virtual Graduation For 2020