Adult Education Graduation

Event Details
Thursday, May 28 at 10:00 am (Doors open at 8:30 am)
Seating is general admission, however, you will need a ticket to be seated. Guests may park in either the West (Gate 3) or East (Gate 5) parking lot of the Florence Center.
New Florence Center Umbrella Policy: No large umbrellas. Umbrella must be compactable and fits inside your bag. Cannot exceed 18 inches.
ADA PARKING and SEATING: Please plan to arrive early if you need access to a space. We also recommend dropping off guests who have accessibility needs at the door with family/friends to avoid a lengthy walk. Priority seating is provided for guests with wheelchairs, canes, scooters, etc. If guests require special seating accommodation, please inform the school administration at least a week in advance of the graduation.

ARRIVAL TIME: Please arrive on time. Graduations begin promptly at their scheduled time. We advise arriving an hour in advance to get the best seat available.

Guests are asked to remain seated during the ceremony. Late arrivals to the ceremony will not be permitted to enter the arena until the graduation processional is complete. Guests are not allowed onto the arena floor before or after the ceremony.
CELL PHONES / MOBILE DEVICES: As a courtesy, please silence cell phones and other mobile devices for the duration of the ceremony.

FOOD & BEVERAGES: To preserve the Florence Center for future generations to enjoy, outside food or drink is not permitted. This includes snacks and chewing gum.

PARKING INFORMATION: Parking is available on a first-come, first-serve basis at Florence Center. Cars have been towed in the past when our guests have parked at neighboring Please remember we are not responsible for you or your family’s vehicle if you park at any nearby business.

PHOTOGRAPHY: Guests may take photos from their seats. Guests are prohibited from walking down to the floor to take photos due to Fire Code regulations. Photography services are provided at all graduations.

TRIPODS are not permitted.
SELFIE STICKS are not permitted.
SEATS / SEATING:

Guests are not permitted to hold seats for other guests who arrive later.
Guests may not put feet on seats or stand on chairs or armrests.
Graduates must return to their seats after they receive their diplomas.
After the ceremony, we ask all guests to wait at their seats until all graduates exit the building before making their way outside. You will be able to meet your graduate in a gathering area outside.
SECURITY CHECK: For the safety of all guests, inspections by Florence Center Security Personnel may be done as guests enter the Florence Center.