Grade 12 Senior
Welcome Class of 2026
Mandatory!
Friday, June 12: Mandatory Graduation Rehearsal at 9:30 a.m. in the Performing Arts Center (PAC). Required rehearsal should be finished by 1 p.m.
Senior Important May Timeline
- Due NOW: Order Cap & Gown, Tassel & Stole
- If you still need to pick up your cap and gown, come to the main office during lunch, or before or after school. Please do not come during class time!
- If you have not yet ordered your cap and gown, or tassel and stole, contact National Achiever as soon as possible, at support@nationalachiever.com or 425-357-1338.
- If you would like to borrow a cap and gown for commencement, please visit the Counseling Center.
Graduation Apparel: Visit National Achiever/Jostens to place orders for caps, gowns, tassels, stole, diploma cover, or more. Order Cap & Gown: Direct ordering link for the Graduation Cap & Gown.Order Tassel or Stole: The Counseling Center has loaner Caps & Gowns (no tassel or stoles). Seniors would still need to purchase a tassel and stole. Use this National Achiever site if ONLY ordering a 2026 Stole & Tassel. (if you need assistance reach out to a BHS Counselor).
May 2026
- May 26 & 27 ONLY: Senior Prom & Senior Dinner Online Tickets Close. Learn more.
- May 26, 28 & 29: Pick up any Graduation Cords. First floor foyer during both lunches.
- SPREE Tickets (if interested): Spree happens after graduation on June 15, 2026. There ARE scholarships; we want all Seniors to be able to participate!! Students will be bussed to two different secret venues. Tickets on sale now until sold out.
- May 30: Senior Prom: Night on The Bayou at The Point at Pier 70 from 8 – 11 p.m. Learn more on the Prom page.
How To Stay Connected: For continued information be sure you check your email regularly, refer to schoology, and follow the class Instagram, ballardhsclassof2026. Look for more updates and reminders on the Senior Board in the main hallway!
Senior News
Senior Prom May 30 & Senior Dinner June 3: Tickets on sale for both beginning May 4.
Ballard HS Foundation (Golden Beavers) & Hughbanks Family Scholarships.
Ballard HS Graduation Information.
All the ways for students to stay in the know with Club events and updates for Ballard HS especially Seniors and Running Start Students too.
Check Out the Counseling Dashboard for important news, grants, events and more.
Senior SPREE information.
Senior Yard Signs | BPA Fundraiser Closed
Ballard Performing Arts is running a fundraiser by selling Senior Class of 2026 Yard Signs. This is open to all 2026 graduating seniors. The proceeds supported our Performing Arts Programs. Contact ballardperformingarts@gmail.com. with any questions. Signs will be available to pick up after May 23, 2026 at a location TBD.
Graduating Seniors of West Woodland, Salmon Bay K-8, Loyal Heights & North Beach Elementary
- Calling all graduating West Woodland Wildcats! Join us to celebrate your graduation with a parade through our school onWed, June 17 at 8:50 a.m.! Please meet in the gym and wear your cap and gown or a shirt/hoodie that represents your future plans. Join us for treats afterwards! We hope to see you there!
- Calling all graduating seniors from Salmon Bay K-8! We want to celebrate your achievement and you are invited to “Walk the Halls” in your cap and gown on Friday, June 12 at 2:30 p.m. Teachers, staff and students will be there to celebrate you and wish you all the best as you venture into your next steps. Meet on the front steps of Salmon Bay at 2:30 p.m for a group photo and line up in a procession. Parents are invited to join on the front steps and gather at the Salmon Bay Park after the student procession. Afterward families and Salmon Bay staff are invited to gather at Salmon Bay Park where old friends, classmates, teachers and parents can say hello, reminisce and wish each other well. Snacks and beverages will be provided. Any questions, please reach out to the school Tejara Smith at: tysmith@seattleschools.org or the Parent organizer Jackie Thai at: jackieraethai@gmail.com
- Calling graduates that attended Loyal Heights Elementary too! Join us June 10 from 12:30 – 1:30 p.m. in the Loyal Heights Elementary library.
- Calling all graduating North Beach Seals! Join us on June 9th at 10am to walk the halls one more time! We can’t wait to celebrate with you, Spread the news and don’t forget your cap and gown!
More Ways To Stay Up-To Date!
Stay caught up and follow the Ballard Class of 2026 Instagram.
For information throughout the school year follow the Class Instagram 2026 and check the BHS Website Online Announcement page often, look for updates on the Senior Board in the Main Hallway. Sign up for the Class of 2026 Senior & Family Facebook page too!
Senior Resources
Applying to College & Post High School Information
If you are looking for help with a college list, log into your Naviance account. Use the SuperMatch tool to search for colleges that would be a good fit. The Ballard HS Counseling Center pages: Applying to College and Post High School Options have a considerable amount of resources and helpful information posted that the Counselors have put together for your reference, so check them out!
Applying to College
Refer to this page for answers to commonly asked questions about applying to college – both 4 year and 2 year as well as upcoming events and opportunities. Explore the sections on the Applying to College page for helpful information for Ballard Seniors and their families. Check back regularly, as new content is being added.
Post High School Options
Refer to this page for answers to commonly asked questions about post high school options and resources. Explore the sections on the Post High School Options page for helpful information for Ballard Seniors and their families. Check back regularly, as new content is being added.
Can’t Find What You Are Looking For?
Email me with tips on information you would like located here or better ways to support your searches on the Ballard HS website. Diane Taylor, BHS Website Editor at dmtaylor@seattleschools.org Thank you!
As of May 25, 2026