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Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools has announced a change of venue for graduation ceremonies due to a scheduling conflict with playoff games. Four high schools will now hold their ceremonies at the PNC Music Pavilion instead of Bojangles Coliseum. The graduation events will still take place on the same date, but the relocation comes as the Spectrum Center is under renovation. School officials are working to ensure a smooth transition for families and will provide additional logistical information soon.
Charlotte – Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools (CMS) has announced a significant venue change for graduation ceremonies scheduled for June 4, 2025. Due to a scheduling conflict with playoff games for the Charlotte Checkers, four high schools will relocate their graduation events from Bojangles Coliseum to the PNC Music Pavilion in northeast Charlotte.
The high schools affected by this change are South Mecklenburg High School, Palisades High School, Mallard Creek High School, and Garinger High School. The ceremonies will now be held on Friday, June 13, 2025. Despite the change in location, the commencement times for each school will remain the same. Rehearsals for the graduations are set to take place at the new venue on June 12, 2025.
In light of this change, school principals have communicated with families through letters, informing them of the relocation and urging them to be understanding of the circumstances. Administrators have stressed the importance of keeping the original date and timing for the graduations, aiming to ensure that students’ accomplishments are celebrated as planned.
This venue change comes as the Spectrum Center, which is typically used for large graduation ceremonies, is unavailable for 2024 and 2025 due to ongoing construction. CMS expects to resume using the Spectrum Center for graduations in 2026, after completion of the renovations.
The Charlotte Checkers’ recent acquisition of a playoff spot has prompted urgency in addressing the scheduling conflict, necessitating quick action from school officials regarding the change in venue. To ease the transition for families, additional logistical information regarding the ceremonies will be disseminated in the upcoming week.
Officials have acknowledged that families must now make arrangements for attending the ceremonies at PNC Music Pavilion. This adjustment has been met with appreciation from school officials, who recognize the logistical challenges presented but remain committed to making the ceremonies as special and memorable as possible.
As graduation approaches, CMS is focusing on maintaining the celebratory atmosphere, despite the changes in venue and the unique challenges that have arisen this year. Families are encouraged to stay informed about updates and any further details regarding the graduation ceremonies in the following days.
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