The Black Graduation Ceremony is a pre-commencement celebration to honor African and African American students who through unyielding determination have successfully completed their high school career at Skyline High School. The Ceremony is representative of African and African American culture and heritage and embraces the value of community and scholarship. This is a Celebration for Graduates to be recognized for their accomplishments and provided an opportunity to honor significant people who have helped them achieve their goal. Students are honored together in one setting and their families also get the opportunity to celebrate their hard work and dedication.
Significance of Kente Cloth Stoles: Kente Cloth originates from the Asante (Ashanti) people of Ghana in West Africa. The Kente Ceremony acknowledges that our achievement is made possible by the support of family, friends and loved ones.