Class of 2026
The culmination of twelve years of education is a special time in the life of students, parents and staff. We recognize this is an important passage and an occasion to be marked with two formal ceremonies. Congratulations on reaching this important occasion in your lives!
Overview
The first event is the William Aberhart High School Grad 2026 closing ceremony. This event celebrates the academic achievement of students and the completion of twelve years of schooling.
The second event is a Graduates’ Reception & Dance held at the Grey Eagle Resort & Casino for students, their guests and/or family members.
Participation:
To be eligible to take part in the graduation ceremony, grade 12 students must be registered in a program of courses that will enable them to complete the minimum requirements for an Alberta High School Diploma by the end of June 2025. Students who do not have the possibility of completing these courses, or who leave school during the year without completing the requirements, will not be eligible to participate in the graduation ceremony.
Graduation Ceremony (Crossing the stage)
Wednesday May 20, 2026 - 8:45am to 11:30am
Venue: Grey Eagle Casino & Resort Event Centre
- Graduation Ceremony Fee: $55 per student
- This fee includes 2 guest tickets and covers your orange grad gown, cap, tassle, v-stole, 1 professional photo taken during the ceremony, ABE High School certificate, certificate cover, rental of the facilities, stage décor, …
- Graduating students do NOT need a ticket for the ceremony.
- Payment due by December 15, 2025 on MyCBE
- The Graduation Ceremony Fee will appear on your account as:
- Graduation - Ceremony (incl. GST) -includes 2 Guest Tickets
- Note: Payment cannot be made from a student account.
- Would you like more guest tickets (optional)? You can purchase up to 2 more non-refundable tickets for $10/each on my CBE/PowerSchool account by December 15, 2025.
- Additional guest tickets will appear on your account as:
- Graduation - Ceremony (incl. GST) - Guest Ticket #3
- Graduation - Ceremony (incl. GST) - Guest Ticket #4
- Any remainder tickets that are not purchased will be made available to families requiring more than 4 guest tickets. Parents/Guardians will be able to request these additional tickets through a Google form, which will be made available in January or February 2026.
- Grad Gowns: Graduation gown sizing for the Class of 2026 was collected during homeroom in September. If you have not yet submitted your gown size, please see Ms. Gillis as soon as possible.
Graduation Reception & Dance
Wednesday May 20, 2026 - 6:30pm to 11:00pm
Venue: Grey Eagle Casino & Resort Event Centre
- Information coming soon
Graduation Photos - Life Touch
This is your opportunity to be included in both the yearbook and the graduation composite.
- Session Dates: Beginning November 12
- If you have already taken your grad photo at the studio, you do not need to book another appointment.
- Book Your Appointment: William Aberhart Graduation Appointment Booking
As part of your sitting, you will also receive a complimentary 5x7 photo of you crossing the stage during commencements at the end of the year (if you attend the graduation ceremony).
Organizer Contact Information
Detailed information about the Graduation Ceremony, as well as the Graduates’ Reception and Dance, will be posted on the website as it becomes available. The website will serve as our primary source of communication, so please check regularly for updates.
Graduation Photo & Lifetouch:
Ms. Burrage: lrburrage@cbe.ab.ca
Graduates' Ceremony & Reception/ Dance Coordinators:
Ms. Hudda: fahudda@cbe.ab.ca
Ms. Lemay: jolemay@cbe.ab.ca
Gown Coordinator:
Ms. Gillis: ljgillis@cbe.ab.ca
Business Manager:
Ms. Parsons: rdparsons@cbe.ab.ca
Administration Liaison:
TBD