Newton High School

Newton High Graduation Information


Date: May 22, 2025
Time: 8:00 PM
Location: Sharp Stadium

Gates & Tickets:

  • Each graduate will receive five (5) tickets.
  • Every guest, from infant to grown adult, must have a ticket to enter.
  • Tickets will be distributed on Tuesday, May 20, between 8:30 AM and 1:30 PM in the Commons Area. You cannot obtain tickets until all fines are paid; this includes Senior Dues. You may not have someone else pick up your tickets.
  • Guests for graduates with last names beginning with A-R should sit on the HOME side.
  • Guests for graduates with last names beginning with S-Z should sit on the VISITOR side.
  • All graduates must arrive between 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM. No entry allowed before 6:30 PM. Graduates must be signed in by 7:30 PM. Note: For security purposes, all graduates are subject to a security screening upon entry.

Bag Policy & Banned Items:

  • Only clear bags will be allowed in the stadium.
  • Guests and graduates are prohibited from bringing noisemakers, outside food/drinks, balloons, signs, and any other items that may cause a disruption to the ceremony or impede the view of others.
  • Personal drones are strictly prohibited at Sharp Stadium.

Dress Code:

  • Business casual (dress pants or khakis, khaki shorts, button-up/collared shirt for males, and dresses, dress pants or skirts, and blouse for females. Jeans and T-shirts are not permitted.
  • Do not alter or decorate caps or gowns.
  • Only cords and stoles issued by Newton High School are acceptable to wear. You may not wear medals or medallions.
  • Heel wearing graduates should opt for a block heel or wedge. No stiletto heels allowed on the stadium turf.

Ceremony:

  • Commencement ceremony will begin promptly at 8:00 PM
  • After the superintendent’s address, student names will be called. All graduates should remember to bring their name cards with them to the stage.
  • A pyrotechnics display will begin during the turning of the tassel.
  • The graduation ceremony will be live-streamed on Newton County Schools’ YouTube channel.

Following the Ceremony:

  • No guests are permitted in the field.
  • Please exit the stadium in a timely manner.
  • Diploma covers will be administered at graduation.
  • Diplomas should be picked up at Newton High School on May 27 from 8:30 AM to 11:30 AM and 12:30 PM – 3:30 PM.

Inclement Weather:

We will notify you via School Messenger of any weather delays and a backup date if needed.

Handicap Accessibility:

  • Handicapped-accessible parking and seating will be located on the visitors’ side and will be first-come first served. The handicapped guest and one family member will be allowed to sit together.

Parking and Shuttle Service Information:

  • Limited parking is available at the stadium on a first-come, first-served basis.
  • Free Off-Site Parking with Shuttle Service to Sharp Stadium at the following locations:
    • Newton County Public Parking Deck (1166 Elm Street)
    • Legion Field (3173 Mill Street NE)
  • Shuttle Information:
    • Shuttles will begin operating at 6:15 PM.
    • Shuttles will pick up guests at designated off-site parking locations and drop them off at Sharp Stadium.
    • Following the ceremony, shuttles will be available to transport guests back to their vehicles.
  • Additional Parking Options:
    • Former Sharp Learning Center Parking Area. (no shuttle service)
    • Board of Education building parking lots. (no shuttle service)
  • Early Arrival Recommended: please arrive early to allow ample time for parking and to make way into the stadium.