Kindergarten Graduation 2026

This special day typically includes a slideshow of our graduates, a personal recognition by parents, opportunities to share accomplishments through presentations and table displays, and a special cake reception for family and friends.

Essential families with enrolled kindergarten students should check their Member Page for the Kindergarten Graduation link in order to secure a discount code.

Essential Church School offers this special ceremony for the general homeschool community.

For your graduate to participate,

NEEDED BY APRIL 1

Order any needed caps/gowns/tassels by April 1st.  We encourage all graduates to have a cap and tassel.  Our group order helps keep cost low.

NEEDED BY MAY 1

• Pay the graduation fee and let us know graduate’s full name for diploma and preferred name for cake.  Space is limited.
• Email 3 pictures of your graduate to us by May 1st.  Make sure you include at least 1 baby photo.  Email to info (at) essentialchurchschool.org
• Invite family and friends to join us for this special day!

FAQS

What does the graduation fee cover?  Event space coordination, personalized cake reception, graduate gift, and printing costs.

What do graduates usually wear?  Most graduates wear “church” clothes  with a cap, gown, and tassel.  We encourage all graduates to have at least a cap/tassel.

What do parents normally say at presentation of diploma?  We have parents come up with their graduate to present the diploma.  Most parents share about the things that make them proud of their graduate, but often it is a simple handoff and hug.  Please plan to keep your presentation to 3-5 minutes.

DO NOT CONTACT the church for information about the graduation.  They are only providing our event space.  They are not handling ANY of the graduation details or group arrangements.  All questions should be directed to Essential Church School.

ABOUT THE DAY

Plan to arrive 10-15 minutes early to set up your displays.  In the past, parents have used presentation boards to display their graduate’s accomplishments with photos and examples of work from the school year.   Each graduate will receive about 2 feet of table space.  Space will be marked on the tables when you arrive.

***Please note that helium balloons are not allowed.***

Are you enrolled with Essential Church School?  Please visit the school website for kindergarten graduation registration information before completing forms.  Essential members get a discounted rate.