Commencement Ceremony 2012

Date: Saturday, June 30
Time: 9 - 11 a.m.
Location: Homestead High School

Note location change: Due to the Measure C bond-funded renovation of the De Anza Outdoor Events Arena, this year's graduation will be held at the Homestead High School football field, 21370 Homestead Rd., Cupertino.

How to File for Graduation

• See your counselor in the Counseling and Advising Center to complete an Application to Graduate.
• File for your degree by May 18 to be included in the printed program!
• Petition to graduate: The last day to file for a spring degree or certificate is Friday, June 29. Additional details will be provided.

Join us in Congratulating
our Graduates!

As many as 5,000 people, including family and friends of the graduates, as well as faculty and staff, have attended previous graduation ceremonies. Therefore, we suggest that guests arrive early.

Park at De Anza, Walk to Homestead

Parking is extremely limited at the high school. We recommend parking at the Flint Center Garage (free) or on Mary Avenue, then walking the approximately 30 minutes to the high school via the Don Burnett Bicycle-Pedestrian Bridge at the end of Mary. See walking directions from De Anza.

There are some parking spaces at the high school for those with a placard for the disabled.

Important Information About Day of Event

Dress Code: No high heels are permitted on the Homestead High School field. Flats or tennis shoes are the recommended footwear.
Seating: Graduates will be seated on the field. Guests will be seated in the bleachers.
Come Prepared for the Weather: Bring sunscreen, a hat or umbrella and water. No tickets are required and parking for this event is free.

What if you miss the May 18 deadline?

You may still participate in commencement activities even if you complete the application after that date. The final deadline to apply for graduation is Friday, June 29. See your counselor or academic advisor to complete an Application to Graduate.

Students completing their degree requirements in the summer may participate in the ceremony.

• Caps and gowns: Graduation caps and gowns will be available for purchase at the Bookstore beginning May 21 and on the day of the event at Homestead High School.

Find out more about what you need to know about graduation day, including time lines, disability-related questions, graduating with honors and photographs.

For all other questions about the graduation ceremony, call the Educational Resources Office at 408.864.8758.