Graduating Seniors

Students with a cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 3.5 or higher at the end of the 11^th semester of high school will be awarded with a medal at Senior Honors Night to be worn at graduation.

The three levels of academic honors are as follows:

• Summa Cum Laude - GPA of 3.9 or higher
• Magna Cum Laude - GPA of 3.75 - 3. 89
• Cum Laude - GPA of 3.5 - 3.74

Honors Cords and Sashes

Graduating seniors participating in a recognized school club, athletic team, marching band, or musical production for all grades 10-12 (or all years eligible if student moved in), and meeting the eligibility criteria described below will earn the appropriate Honor Cord(s) or Sash(es) to wear at graduation:

• Gold Cord — National Honor Society        
• Blue Stole — Key Club
• Blue/White Cord —DECA           
• Rainbow Twist Cord — National Art Honor Society   
• Red/Navy Cord —Business Professionals of America       
• Blue/Red Cord – Educators Rising
• Red or White Stole — CV Connected - Music, Activities, and/or Athletics
• Gold/Navy Blue/Red Cord - Fellowship of Christian Athletes
• Student Government

Eligibility Criteria for Earning a Cord/Sash

A student must meet the following minimum standards by February 10th of their SENIOR YEAR to earn a cord or sash:

• A 3.0 cumulative GPA.
• A member in good standing of an approved participating club. Including participation in the club, sport, or fine art during all grades 10-12 (or all years eligible if student moved in).
• Student must have a record of discipline that includes NO MORE than FIVE detentions during grades 10-12. In addition, any suspension during grades 10-12 could make a student ineligible and will be reviewed by administration.  

The Chippewa Valley High School Commencement Ceremony will take place on Sunday, June 7, 2026 at 10:00 AM in our stadium. 

Tickets

• All graduates will receive 6 tickets on May 20 or 21. An additional 2 tickets may be available upon request. 

Entry and Seating

• The stadium will open at 9:00 AM and the ceremony will begin promptly at 10:00 AM.
• The stage will be located at the south end of the football field centered on the 10 yard line.
• Seating is available in both the home and visitor bleachers on a first come, first served basis. There is handicap seating available in the front row of the home bleachers, which must be left available for wheel chairs and other guests needing handicap seating. Handicap seating will also be provided on benches and chairs on the track in front of the visitor bleachers for those reserving parking in the Greenfield Lot.
• Those entering the stadium at the main gates, after checking in with their tickets, may proceed to the home or visitor bleachers.
• Those entering at the Southwest entrance , after checking in with their tickets, should proceed to the visitor bleachers.
• Except for those needing handicap seating on the visitor side, no one is allowed on the track or the field.
• CVHS staff members and students will be taking tickets at the two gates and also available in the bleacher areas to help with seating. Guests may be asked to move away from the aisles toward the center of rows in order to maximize seating capacity. Your cooperation will be greatly appreciated.

Student Check-In

• Students will enter the Athletic Hallway at Door 32. They may begin checking in at 9:00 and must be checked in by 9:30 AM.

Student Reminders

• No decorated caps will be allowed
• No extra regalia - only wear medals, stoles, and cords awarded by CVHS
• It is suggested to not wear heels in order to avoid difficulty walking on the stage and the turf
• There will not be a place to store phones, purses, wallets etc. 
• Diplomas will be picked up after the ceremony - graduates only
• This is a special day - act appropriately - respect yourself, your classmates, staff, parents, grandparents…