Entry into the ceremonies will be ticketed. Be advised that tickets will be distributed directly to seniors by respective school leadership; therefore, stakeholders should not visit schools to pick up tickets for graduation. This decision is due to the district’s commitment to providing a safe event for students and their guests, and our employees. All persons attending the graduation ceremonies must have a ticket regardless of age. All audience seating is available on a first come-first served basis. Guests are asked to refrain from saving seats.

NOTE: Those attending the ceremony will be scanned upon entry. Event guests will be asked to show the contents of their pockets upon entry to the venue.

SPECIAL NOTE: There will be no re-entry into the venue. 

Guests attending the ceremony may only bring clear, see-through bags to the event.  Guests will be asked to return bags that are not clear or see-through to their vehicle(s). District staff will not be responsible for holding or watching items

Each ceremony will be live-streamed from the Arena at Southlake and is accessible on the district’s website, www.clayton.k12.ga.us. Watch parties for family and friends are also encouraged.

Have trouble accessing the streaming video? Please review the following support:
● Please ensure that your device's operating system is up to date (this includes mobile devices)
● Please use one of the following recommended internet browsers: Chrome, Firefox, or Safari
● Please ensure that your browser is up to date and refresh as necessary

Parking at the facility The Arena at Southlake is free and available on a first-come, first-served basis. 

Handicap Accommodations:

Handicap parking is available for individuals on a first-come, first-served basis. Special seating will also be available for the individual in need, plus one companion. Please note that the district only provides wheelchairs for emergencies.

CCPS wants this to be a joyful celebration for the graduates and their parents/guardians, relatives, friends, and guests. For this reason, the following items are NOT allowed in the Arena at Southlake. Guests will be asked to return them to their vehicle. Event staff will NOT be responsible for holding or watching items.

● Weapons
● Tobacco or vaping products (this includes lighters)
● Balloons 
● Signs of any size (handheld church style fans are permitted)
● Noise-Makers
● Confetti or streamers
● Glass vases
● Outside food/drink

Following the ceremony, graduates will exit The Arena at Southlake with their diplomas and other materials. Family members and guests attending the commencement ceremonies will be able to reunite with their graduates on the sidewalks and parking lots surrounding the exterior of The Arena at Southlake. Once individuals have exited the Arena, they will not be allowed back inside the facility.