SENIOR INFO: 2026 Graduation Activities

2026 Graduation Activities

Baccalaureate Mass

Our Baccalaureate Mass for graduates and their parents will be held on Wednesday, May 13 at 7:00 p.m. at St. Ludmila located at 211 21st Avenue SW Cedar Rapids, IA 52404. An extended evening of celebrating the Class of 2026 will occur. It will include a Mass and guest speakers. This is a dress up occasion for seniors, but no caps and gowns. 

Commencement

Graduation for the Class of 2026 is scheduled for Sunday, May 17th at 2:00 p.m. in the Ron Thillen Gymnasium. Doors will open at 1:00 p.m. with reserved seating for parents of the graduates. Senior boys must be dressed in dress slacks, dress shirts with collars, a tie, socks and dress shoes. Senior girls must be dressed in a dress or dress blouse with a dress skirt or dress pants and dress shoes. All seniors will wear their graduation gowns, caps, and tassels. 

Here is a look at what the gym set-up will look like: Gym Set-Up for Commencement

Senior Art Show

As a reminder, this year we will be doing the Senior Art Show virtually. Portfolios will be displayed on a website with links through social media and Xavier's website. This website will be available for viewing prior to Baccalaureate.  Please remind your students to submit their art through this form before the May 6th deadline.