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Graduation is Just the beginning

Class of 2026

Graduation is a major milestone and a moment to celebrate everything you have accomplished. Graduate Day is designed to help you prepare for what comes next. The steps you take now can help build a strong foundation for your future, whether that includes college, work, training, or new opportunities. This page brings together the resources shared during Graduate Day to help you stay connected with HOPE, build your professional network, and set yourself up for success after graduation.

Graduate Day Overview


Graduate Day is designed to help you prepare for graduation and make sure you understand the final steps leading up to the ceremony. The video below walks through important details so you feel confident and ready to celebrate this milestone.


In this video we cover:

  • Final graduation requirements and important deadlines
  • Ticket information and how to request tickets for family and guests
  • What to wear for the ceremony and graduation day guidelines
  • Cap decoration guidelines and expectations
  • Key resources available to support you after graduation



Create Your LinkedIn Profile


Graduation is an exciting milestone, and creating a LinkedIn profile is a great way to start building your professional network. LinkedIn helps you stay connected with the HOPE community while opening doors to opportunities as you move into college, work, training, or other next steps.



In this video we cover:

  • Why LinkedIn is an important tool for your future
  • How to download the LinkedIn app and create your account
  • How to build your profile with a photo, interests, and skills
  • How to list HOPE Online Learning Academy Co-Op as your school
  • How to connect with HOPE staff, mentors, and classmates
  • Follow the steps in the video below to create your profile and start building your network.



Important Graduation Reminders


As graduation approaches, there are a few important details to keep in mind to ensure everything goes smoothly and you are ready for the ceremony.


Graduation Tickets

Please let your Learning Site know how many tickets you will need for family and guests. Our goal is to provide at least four tickets per graduate, though the final number will depend on venue capacity and the number of graduates participating.


Finish All Graduation Requirements

All graduation requirements must be completed before caps and gowns can be distributed and before participating in the graduation ceremony. Be sure to stay engaged in your coursework and communicate with your Learning Site if you have any questions about your progress.



Congratulations Graduates!


You have worked hard to reach this milestone, and the entire HOPE community is proud of what you have accomplished. Graduation marks the beginning of an exciting new chapter, and we are excited to see where your journey takes you next. Wherever your path leads, remember that the HOPE community will always be cheering you on.