Nearly 1,900 Seniors to Receive Diplomas
Hesperia, California (Our Hesperia) – Hesperia Unified School District has announced its full commencement schedule for the Class of 2026, with graduation ceremonies beginning May 20 and continuing through May 28 across multiple campuses and venues in the High Desert. District officials say 1,885 graduating seniors will take part in ceremonies this year, with livestream options available for families unable to attend in person.
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- HUSD Class of 2026 graduation schedule
- Ceremony locations and start times
- Student academic and career achievement milestones
- Livestream access for families and community members
- Hesperia Unified School District enrollment and history
Hesperia Unified School District officials reported the Class of 2026 posted some of the district’s strongest academic and career-readiness numbers in recent years. More than 70% of graduating seniors met California A-G college entrance requirements, while nearly 70% completed a Career Technical Education (CTE) pathway. Additionally, 69 students earned associate degrees while still enrolled in high school through dual-enrollment partnerships.
The district will continue its hybrid approach of offering both traditional in-person ceremonies and online livestreams, a practice expanded during the COVID-19 era and maintained to allow extended family and military relatives to participate remotely.
HUSD, which serves more than 22,000 students throughout Hesperia and neighboring communities, has steadily expanded its graduation and college-readiness initiatives over the past decade. District leaders have increased investment in Career Technical Education programs, dual-enrollment opportunities with local colleges, and workforce preparation programs aimed at helping students enter skilled trades, higher education, and public service careers.
Graduation ceremonies for Canyon Ridge High School and Shadow Ridge High School were both scheduled for Wednesday, May 20 at Oak Hills High School. Mojave High School will follow on Thursday, May 21 at the same location. The district’s larger comprehensive high schools — Oak Hills High School, Sultana High School, and Hesperia High School — will hold ceremonies at Glen Helen Amphitheater during the final week of May.
District officials encouraged families to monitor school and district social media pages for livestream access, parking guidance, guest protocols, and event updates.
2026 HUSD Graduation Schedule
Hesperia Unified School District Graduation Ceremonies
- Canyon Ridge High School
Wednesday, May 20, 2026 — 6:00 PM
Location: Oak Hills High School
Livestream: Canyon Ridge Live Stream - Shadow Ridge High School
Wednesday, May 20, 2026 — 6:00 PM
Location: Oak Hills High School
Livestream: Shadow Ridge Live Stream - Mojave High School
Thursday, May 21, 2026 — 6:00 PM
Location: Oak Hills High School
Livestream: Mojave Live Stream - Oak Hills High School
Tuesday, May 26, 2026 — 6:00 PM
Location: Glen Helen Amphitheater
Livestream: Oak Hills Live Stream - Sultana High School
Wednesday, May 27, 2026 — 6:00 PM
Location: Glen Helen Amphitheater
Livestream: Sultana Live Stream - Hesperia High School
Thursday, May 28, 2026 — 6:00 PM
Location: Glen Helen Amphitheater
Livestream: Hesperia High Live Stream
District officials stated the ceremonies are intended to honor the resilience, academic dedication, and career preparation efforts demonstrated by the graduating class. Families seeking additional information regarding parking, guest accommodations, or technical assistance with livestream access are advised to contact their respective school offices.
