06/05/2026
Athens Graduation Information
🎓 ATHENS AREA HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATION INFORMATION 🎓 The Athens Area School District is excited to celebrate the accomplishments of the Class of 2026! To help ensure a safe and enjoyable graduation experience for all guests, please review the following important information regarding traffic, parking, and event access. ☀️ Weather Advisory for Graduation Attendees ☀️ With warm temperatures expected this evening, guests attending the graduation ceremony are encouraged to prepare accordingly. 💧 Stay hydrated throughout the day before arriving. 🧢 Consider wearing a hat, sunglasses, and lightweight clothing. 🌡️ Be mindful of signs of heat-related illness, including dizziness, nausea, headache, or excessive fatigue. 🚑 If you or someone near you begins to feel unwell, please notify event staff immediately. Thank you for helping us ensure a safe and enjoyable celebration as we honor the Class of 2026! 🎓 🎉 Graduation Ceremony 📅 June 5th, 2026 🐾 Athens Alumni Stadium 🕕 Gates Open at 5:00 PM 🎓 Ceremony Begins at 7:00 PM 🚧 Road Closure Information Pennsylvania Avenue will be closed to all traffic beginning at 6:00 PM and will remain closed until the conclusion of the graduation ceremony. Please plan accordingly and allow extra travel time. 🅿️ General Parking General parking will be available at the following locations: ✅ Athens Area High School Parking Lots ✅ Harlan Rowe Middle School Parking Lots ✅ Lynch-Bustin Elementary School Parking Lots ✅ Available parking on and around Second Street and Third Street within the Borough of Athens Guests are encouraged to arrive early due to anticipated traffic and parking demands. ♿ Handicap Parking Information Handicap parking will be available beginning at 5:00 PM behind Athens Area High School. Please note the following: ✔️ Only vehicles displaying a valid handicap parking placard or handicap license plate will be permitted access to the handicap parking area behind the high school. ✔️ Handicap parking spaces are available on a first-come, first-served basis. ✔️ Once the designated handicap parking area reaches capacity, vehicles displaying valid handicap credentials may enter the area to drop off passengers but must then exit and park at another available parking location. ✔️ Security will do their best to accommodate patrons. ⏰ Arrival Reminder 🚪 Gates will open at 5:00 PM. To avoid delays and ensure adequate seating, guests are strongly encouraged to arrive early. 🎓🐾 Congratulations to the Athens Area High School Class of 2026! 🐾🎓 We look forward to celebrating this special milestone with our students, families, and community members.
