District 196 is excited to announce that four of the Class of 2026 graduation ceremonies will be held in the brand-new University of St. Thomas, Lee and Penny Anderson Arena, during the last weekend in May.

The state-of-the-art facility reflects the importance of this milestone for our students. To ensure a memorable and comfortable experience for everyone, the new arena features modern seating, massive screens, and exceptional audio. Additionally, the St. Thomas campus will be closed to other events for the weekend, providing our families with ample parking. 

Class of 2026 Graduation Schedule

• Rosemount High School: Friday, May 29, 7 p.m.
• Apple Valley High School: Saturday, May 30, 10 a.m.
• Eagan High School: Saturday, May 30, 2:30 p.m.
• Eastview High School: Saturday, May 30, 7 p.m. 

Each ceremony will be a ticketed event, which St. Thomas requires. For those unable to attend in person, a high-quality live stream will be available.  

We would like to extend a sincere thank you to the University of St. Thomas for their partnership and efficiency in helping us secure this beautiful space for our community. 

More specific details from each high school will be available after January 1. We look forward to celebrating the Class of 2026!