The June 19 ceremony will include social distancing measures, strict guidelines for safe arrival and departure, and personal protective equipment requirements. Additionally, graduates will each be allowed four guests, ensuring Tiger Stadium remains at 25% capacity.
According to a release from DSISD, guidelines for the ceremony are still under development with input from senior students and recommendations from Gov. Greg Abbott and the Texas Education Agency.
At a DSISD board of trustees agenda review meeting earlier this week, Superintendent Todd Washburn said postponing until the June date would allow time both to implement appropriate precautions for the ceremony and to adjust for any changes in policy.
"The big caveat here is that everything is subject to change," Washburn said.
Several other events and activities to honor the class of 2020 have also been developed. Each Friday at 8:20 p.m., the lights at Tiger Stadium are turned on in support of seniors. Additionally, local businesses and residents have been encouraged by the district to participate in a "paint the town" initiative, decorating homes and businesses with maroon and gold and supportive messages to seniors. DSHS faculty are also painting a mural to honor seniors and hosting a drive-in fireworks show May 29, the original date of graduation.
