Class of 2026

The culmination of twelve years of education is a special time in the life of students, parents and staff.  We recognize this is an important passage and an occasion to be marked with two formal ceremonies. Congratulations on reaching this important occasion in your lives!


Overview

The first event is the William Aberhart High School Grad 2026  closing ceremony. This event celebrates the academic achievement of students and the completion of twelve years of schooling.

The second event is a Graduates’ Reception & Dance held at the Grey Eagle Resort & Casino for students, their guests and/or family members.

Participation:

To be eligible to take part in the graduation ceremony, grade 12 students must be registered in a program of courses that will enable them to complete the minimum requirements for an Alberta High School Diploma by the end of June 2025.  Students who do not have the possibility of completing these courses, or who leave school during the year without completing the requirements, will not be eligible to participate in the graduation ceremony. 


Graduation Reception & Dance

*** updated January 27

Wednesday May 20, 2026 - 6:30pm to 11:00pm

Venue: Grey Eagle Casino & Resort Event Centre

  • This is an optional event for the graduating students and their families. 
  • Cost: $120.00 per person (including tax).
  • Tickets purchased are for Grads and their guest(s) only. Tickets are NON TRANSFERABLE & NON-REFUNDABLE
  • A sit-down buffet dinner will be served.


First Round Ticket Sales: 3 February – 23 February

  • Graduates will have an opportunity to purchase a TOTAL of 2 tickets in the first round
    • The graduating student NEEDS to purchase their own ticket.
  • Additional tickets may be available in the second round once the initial sale is completed.
  • Tickets will be available on my CBE Account starting Feb 3rd.
  • Final Deadline to make the payment for the first 1 or 2 tickets is: Monday February 23rd. Any unpaid tickets on your account will be removed after this date and made available for the second round for other families.


  • Why can I only purchase a TOTAL of 2 tickets in the first round?
    • We want to give an opportunity to every graduating student to attend the reception alone or with a friend/family member
    • We have over 425 graduating students and the capacity of the venue is 1000 for the reception
    • Historically, not all graduating students attend the evening event thus additional tickets do become available so that parents/guardians/family member can attend. These tickets become available for purchase in the second round


Second Round Ticket Sales based on availability: 3 March - 31 March (or earlier if sold out)

  • Any remainder tickets not purchased during the first round will be made available for the families requiring extra tickets.
  • To request extra tickets, you will need to complete a google form. This form will be sent to parents/guardians by email and the link will also be available on D2L during the last week of February.
  • These tickets will be sold on a FIRST COME FIRST SERVED basis.
  • Payment for the added tickets must be done as soon as they have been added to your account. Final Deadline to make this payment is: Thursday April 2nd. Any unpaid tickets on your account will be removed after this date.


Other Information:

  • In April (paper form), you will be able to tell us who you would like to sit with at the Reception. These are going to be tables of 10 so start planning now. 
  • Families will be seated together and not split over multiple tables. 
  • If you or any of your guests have any dietary requirements, you must inform us via google form.
    • A Google Form will be shared by email as well as on D2L the last week of February.
  • Keep checking D2L and the website for updates.


Graduation Ceremony (Crossing the stage)

Wednesday May 20, 2026 - 8:45am to 11:30am

Venue: Grey Eagle Casino & Resort Event Centre

  • Graduation Ceremony Fee: $55 per student
    • This fee includes 2 guest tickets and covers your orange grad gown, cap, tassle, v-stole, 1 professional photo taken during the ceremony, ABE High School certificate, certificate cover, rental of the facilities, stage décor, …
    • Graduating students do NOT need a ticket for the ceremony.
    • Payment due by December 15, 2025 January 8, 2026 on MyCBE (New Deadline)
    • The Graduation Ceremony Fee will appear on your account as:
      • Graduation - Ceremony (incl. GST) -includes 2 Guest Tickets
    • Note: Payment cannot be made from a student account.
  • Would you like more guest tickets (optional)? You can purchase up to 2 more non-refundable tickets for $10/each on my CBE/PowerSchool account by December 15, 2025.
    • Additional guest tickets will appear on your account as:
      • Graduation - Ceremony (incl. GST) - Guest Ticket #3
      • Graduation - Ceremony (incl. GST) - Guest Ticket #4 
  • Any remainder tickets that are not purchased will be made available to families requiring more than 4 guest tickets. Parents/Guardians will be able to request these additional tickets through a Google form, which will be made available in January or February 2026.
    • UPDATE - January 13
      • Are you looking to purchase additional Grad ceremony tickets? A google form will be shared with you the week of January 19th.
      • Make sure to check D2L(students) and/or your email(parents/guardians) towards the week of January 19th for information about requesting additional ceremony tickets.
        • **** Google Link has been shared by email as well as on D2L
      • Tickets will be added on a FIRST COME FIRST SERVED basis.
  • Grad Gowns: Graduation gown sizing for the Class of 2026 was collected during homeroom in September. If you have not yet submitted your gown size, please see Ms. Gillis as soon as possible.


Graduation Photos - Life Touch

This is your opportunity to be included in both the yearbook and the graduation composite.

As part of your sitting, you will also receive a complimentary 5x7 photo of you crossing the stage during commencements at the end of the year (if you attend the graduation ceremony).


Organizer Contact Information

Detailed information about the Graduation Ceremony, as well as the Graduates’ Reception and Dance, will be posted on the website as it becomes available. The website will serve as our primary source of communication, so please check regularly for updates.


Graduation Photo & Lifetouch:
Ms. Burrage: lrburrage@cbe.ab.ca

Graduates' Ceremony & Reception/ Dance Coordinators:
Ms. Hudda: fahudda@cbe.ab.ca

Ms. Lemay: jolemay@cbe.ab.ca

Gown Coordinator:
Ms. Gillis: ljgillis@cbe.ab.ca

Business Manager:
Ms. Parsons: rdparsons@cbe.ab.ca

Administration Liaison:
TBD