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César Chávez Academy High School
Commencement - Class of 2025

Huntington Place on Saturday, June 7, 2025

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César Chávez Academy High Schools' 21th Commencement ceremony will take place on Saturday, June 7th, in Huntington Place at 11:00 a.m. Please note that doors open at 10:00 am and close promptly by 10:50 am.

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The ceremony will feature the conferral of diplomas, greetings by the school and district administrators, remarks by student speakers, and the keynote address by the Commencement keynote speaker.

 

Families and guests are welcome to attend. Each graduate receives ten (10) tickets and can request more if needed. Special Guest, please reserve by emailing questions@chavezwaterman.com

Speakers

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Sergio Guerra

Wayne State University Medical Student
Cesar Chavez Academy Class of 

Event Information

Parking Information

Currently, Huntington Place has 4,196 parking spaces available for a fee ($20.00) paid by credit card only on a first come first serve basis at the Roof Deck parking, Washington Blvd. Garage, the Huntington Place Congress Street Garage and in the Joe Louis Garage.  Huntington Place is not responsible for items left in vehicles parked in Huntington Place garages.

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All parking areas in Huntington Place have handicapped parking spaces and wheelchair accessible facility access. All parking areas accept credit card only as payment. Please arrive prepared. 

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source: https://www.huntingtonplacedetroit.com/parking

Graduate, Faculty & Staff​​

 

  • Graduates must arrive at Huntington Place by 8:00 am, dressed and ready to practice.

    • Bring your cap, gown, tassel, cords, pin, medal, and other regalia accessories.​

    • Eat lunch before arriving at Huntington. Light snacks will be available. 

    • Report to holding room 140ABC.

    • Do NOT bring backpacks! 

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  • Faculty & Staff

    • Faculty & Staff must arrive at Huntington Place by 10:00 am, dressed and ready to go.

    • Bring your graduation gown (required) and other regalia accessories (optional).​

    • Report to holding room 140ABC. 

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  • Where do graduates report to?
    Graduates will report to Room Holding Room 140ABC at 8 am.
  • What time do graduates arrive?
    Graduates must arrive at Huntington Place by 8 am.
  • What do graduates need to bring to Commencement?
    Graduates must arrive at Huntington Place by 8:00 am, dressed and ready to practice. Bring your cap, gown, tassel, cords, pin, medal, and other regalia accessories.​ Eat lunch before arriving at Huntington. Light snacks will be available. Do NOT bring backpacks!
  • Can I bring balloons for my graduate?
    NO, all balloons will be confiscated by Huntington security.
  • What time does Commencement begin?
    Commencement begins at 11 am. Doors open at 10 am, with Mariachi playing from 10 am to 11 am.
  • What time do doors open?
    Doors open at 10 am. Mariachi will be playing from 10 am to 11 am.
  • Is there assigned seating?
    There is NO assigned seating for general admissions. However, there is assigned seating for CCA Scholars guests.
  • How can I get tickets?
    If you are graduating senior, should have received 10 tickets in your graduation box. If you need more, email Mr. Guerrero at agf@chavezwaterman.com If you are a guest, please email Mr. Guerrero at agf@chavezwaterman.com to reserve tickets.
  • How many tickets do I get?
    Every graduating senior receives 10 tickets. If the student needs more, they can email agf@chavezwaterman.com to request more.
  • Who needs a ticket to enter?
    Every person (adults, teens, kids, toddlers) using a chair will need a ticket.
  • How much is parking?
    Parking is $20 dollars per vehicle. Huntington only accepts credit cards at the moment. Street parking is also available and other parking lots around the area. Huntington Parking Lot Map
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