High Schools in Orange County
 
According to Wikipedia…
Santa Ana High School is the oldest and largest High School in Orange County.
HIGH SCHOOLS IN ORANGE COUNTY & 2024 GRADUATION DATES AND TIMES
For a list of High Schools in Orange County including 2024 graduation dates and times please refer to our list below.
If your high school is missing, please let us know, and we will add it.
The History of High School Graduation Ceremonies
High school graduation ceremonies have a rich history dating back to ancient times, although the modern form of these ceremonies has evolved significantly over the years. Here’s an overview:
- Ancient Roots: Graduation ceremonies have their roots in ancient Greece, where students would mark the completion of their education with ceremonies. These ceremonies often involved speeches, performances, and feasting.
- Medieval Universities: In the medieval period, universities began to hold graduation ceremonies known as commencement exercises. These ceremonies were formal events where students received their degrees and were often marked by religious rituals and academic regalia.
- Colonial America: The tradition of graduation ceremonies was brought to America by European settlers. Early American colleges and universities adopted the practice of holding commencement exercises, which were similar to those in Europe.
- 19th Century: In the 19th century, as public education became more widespread in the United States, high schools began to hold graduation ceremonies. These ceremonies were typically simple affairs, often held in school auditoriums or churches, and attended by only a small number of people.
- 20th Century: Graduation ceremonies became more elaborate and formalized in the 20th century. High schools began to adopt traditions such as caps and gowns, diplomas, and the playing of “Pomp and Circumstance” as graduates processed into the ceremony.
- Post-World War II: After World War II, high school graduation ceremonies became even more widespread and important cultural events. As more young people began to attend high school, graduation ceremonies took on greater significance as rites of passage marking the transition from adolescence to adulthood.
- Modern Ceremonies: Today, high school graduation ceremonies are highly ritualized events that typically include speeches by school officials, the awarding of diplomas, the conferring of academic honors, and the playing of ceremonial music. Graduates often wear caps and gowns, and families and friends gather to celebrate the graduate’s achievements.
- Variations: While many graduation ceremonies follow similar formats, there is also a great deal of variation depending on cultural, regional, and individual differences. Some schools may incorporate religious elements into their ceremonies, while others may emphasize secular traditions. Additionally, there has been a trend towards more personalized and creative graduation ceremonies in recent years, with some schools experimenting with non-traditional venues, formats, and rituals.
Overall, high school graduation ceremonies have a long and storied history, evolving to reflect changes in education, society, and culture. Despite these changes, however, the fundamental purpose of graduation ceremonies remains the same: to celebrate the student’s accomplishments and mark their transition to the next stage of their lives.
High Schools in Orange County & 2024 Graduation Dates & Times
At the time of this posting, dates and locations are accurate.
Aliso Viejo  Aliso Niguel High School Graduation  May 30, 4:00pm @ Wolverine Stadium  28000 Wolverine Way  Website
Anaheim   Canyon High School Graduation June 6, 4:00pm @ Fred Kelly Stadium  1401 North Handy Street  Website
Anaheim  Canyon Hills Special Education Graduation  June 4, 10:00am @ Canyon Hills Gymnasium  260 Imperial Hwy  Website
Brea  Brea Canyon High School Graduation  June 2, 9:00am Call for Location  (714) 990-7882  Website
Brea  Brea-Olinda High School Graduation  May 31, 6:00pm @ Brea High Wildcat Stadium  789 N Wildcat Way  Website
Costa Mesa  Corona Del Mar High School Graduation  June 6, 2:00pm @ Corona Del Mar High Field  2985 Bear Street  Website
Costa Mesa  Costa Mesa High School Graduation  June 6, 1:30pm @ Mustangs Field  2650 Fairview Rd  Website
Costa Mesa  Early College High School Graduation  May 30, 3:30pm  Call School For More Information  (714) 424-7990  Website
Costa Mesa  Monte Vista High School Graduation  June 6, 1:00pm Call District for More Details  (714) 424-5000  Website
Dana Point  Dana Hills High School Graduation  May 30, 4:00pm @ Stadium  33333 Golden Lantern  Website
Fullerton  Fullerton Union High School Graduation  May 29, 7:00pm @ Stadium  201 E. Chapman Ave  Website
Fullerton  La Vista/La Sierra High School Graduation May 29, 6:30pm @ Buena Park High School Stadium  8833 Academy Way  Website
Fullerton  Sunny Hills High School Graduation  May 30, 3:00pm @ Fullerton Union High School  201 E. Chapman Ave  Website
Garden Grove  Bolsa Grande High School Graduation  May 28, 2:00pm @ Football Field  9401 Westminster Ave.  Website
Garden Grove  Garden Grove High School Graduation May 28, 2:00pm @ Michael A. Monsoor Memorial Stadium  11271 Stanford Ave  Website
Garden Grove  La Quinta High School Graduation  May 28, 6:00pm @ Bolsa Grande High School  9401 Westminster Blvd.  Website
Huntington Beach  Huntington Beach High School Graduation  June 12, 4:00pm @ Stadium Field  1905 Main St  Website
Huntington Beach  Marina High School Graduation  June 14, 4:00pm @ Boswell Stadium   Website
Irvine  Beckman High School Graduation  May 29, 3:00pm & 6:30pm @ Tustin High School Football Field  Website
Irvine  Creekside High School & San Joaquin High School Graduations June 7, 2:00pm @ Northwood High School Theater 5050 Barranca Parkway  Website
Irvine  Northwood High School Graduation  June 6, 5:30pm @ Bren Events Center  100 Mesa Rd  Website
Irvine  Portola High School Graduation  June 6, 6:00pm @ Portola Stadium  1001 Cadence  Website
Irvine  Woodbridge High School Graduation June 6, 4:00pm @ Irvine High School Stadium  4321 Walnut Ave  Website
Irvine  University High School Graduation  June 6, 1:30pm @ Bren Events Center  100 Mesa Rd  Website
Laguna Beach  Laguna Beach High School Graduation June 13, 7:00pm Call School For Location  (949) 497-7750  Website
Laguna Hills  Laguna Hills High School Graduation  May 30, 7:00pm @ Laguna Hills High School Stadium, Hawk Hwy  Website
Lake Forest   El Toro High School Graduation  May 30, 6:00pm @ ETHS Athletic Complex (Charger Stadium)  25255 Toledo Way  Website
Las Flores  Tesoro High School Graduation  May 30, 4:00pm @ Titan Stadium  1 Tesoro Creek Rd  Website
Los Alamitos  Los Alamitos High School Graduation June 4, 7:00pm @ Dignity Health Sports Park Tennis Center  18400 Avalon Boulevard  Website
Mission Viejo  Capistrano High School Graduation  May 30, 4:00pm @ Cougar Stadium  26301 Via Escolar  Website
Mission Viejo  Mission Viejo High School Graduation  May 30, 6:00pm @ 25025 Chrisanta Drive  Website
Mission Viejo  Silverado High School Graduation  May 30, 1:00pm @ Laguna Hills Community Center  25555 Alicia Pkwy  Website
Mission Viejo  Trabuco Hills High School Graduation May 30, 6:00pm @ High School  27501 Mustang Run  27501 Mustang Run  Website
Newport Beach  Newport Harbor High School Graduation  June 6, 5:30pm @ Newport Harbor High School  600 Irvine Ave Website
Orange   Richland High School/Alternative Ed. Graduation  June 5, 4:00pm @ Fred Kelly Stadium  1401 North Handy Street  Website
Orange   El Modena High School Graduation  June 6, 1:00pm @ Fred Kelly Stadium  1401 North Handy Street  Website
Orange   Orange High School Graduation  June 5, 7:00pm @ Fred Kelly Stadium  1401 North Handy Street  Website
Orange   Richland High School/Alternative Ed. Graduation  June 5, 4:00pm @ Fred Kelly Stadium  1401 North Handy Street  Website
Placentia  El Dorado High School Graduation  June 12, 6:00pm @ Bradford Stadium  1651 N. Valencia Ave  Website
Placentia  Valencia High School Graduation  June 13, 6:00pm Call School For More Details  (714) 996-4970  Website
San Clemente  San Clemente High School Graduation  May 30, 4:00pm @ Thalassa Stadium  700 Avenida Pico  Website
San Juan Capistrano  San Juan Hills High School Graduation May 30, 5:00pm @ Badlands Stadium  29211 Stallion Ridge  Website
Santa Ana  Santa Ana Unified School District Graduations  May 28-30  See Website For Details  Website
Santa Ana  Santa Ana High School Graduation  May 30, 7:00pm  Call School For More Details  714.567.4900  Website
Tustin  Tustin High School Graduation  May 28, 6:00pm @ Northrup Stadium  1171 El Camino Real  Website
Villa Park   Villa Park High School Graduation  June 6, 7:00pm @ Fred Kelly Stadium  1401 North Handy Street  Website
Yorba Linda  Esperanza High School Graduation  June 12, 6:00pm @ Shapell Stadium, YLHS  19900 Bastanchury Rd  Website
Yorba Linda  Yorba Linda High School Graduation  June 12, 6:00pm @ Shapell Stadium, YLHS  19900 Bastanchury Rd  Website
***We are not responsible for errors and omissions.
Written by: Patricia Braun – Publisher, My Local OC
Research by: Tina McNamara – Marketing Assistant, My Local OC
