Important Dates
May 6 - ASVAB Test: The ASVAB is not just for students considering military service—it is a valuable career planning tool that can help them make informed decisions about their future. Plus, students who earn a qualifying score will receive the Career Readiness Medal to wear at graduation. The ASVAB will be offered during school on May 6. Students who are interested in taking the ASVAB, can sign up here.
May 9 - Senior Prom, 8-11pm: Prom will be held Saturday, May 9 from 8:00-11:00pm at The Torpedo Factory (105 N Union St, Alexandria, VA 22314). Don’t miss the chance to dance the night away and celebrate with the class of 2026! Each senior may purchase up to two (2) tickets. Tickets are on sale now with early bird pricing until March 22. No tickets will be sold at the door.
If students would like to bring a guest who does not attend Annandale High School, they must pick up a guest form from the front office and return it to the class of 2026 administrator Jae Lee (main office) for approval. Students should not purchase tickets until the form is approved. No middle school students or guests over the age of 20 will be permitted.
IMPORTANT: Students must pay outstanding obligations before prom tickets can be approved. Students will not be allowed to enter prom if they have outstanding obligations. These obligations can be paid in MySchoolBucks. Here are instructions on how to access MySchoolBucks.com. Maximum 2 tickets per student. If buying a guest ticket for another AHS student, you must "Add Student" to your profile and purchase using their school ID. If purchasing for a non-AHS guest, purchase both tickets using your school ID#. Guest forms must be submitted to the front office no later than Tuesday, May 5.
May 11 & 12 - Senior Survey: Each year, every senior is required to complete the Senior Survey. This is how Student Services celebrates the decisions of our graduates and ensures we have information on where to send final transcripts. Counselors will be coming to every senior English class on May 11 & 12 to help students complete the Senior Survey. Please do not complete the Senior Survey before these dates. Students absent on the day of their English class will receive an email notification about make-up days and times for filling out the survey. Note: It is required that all seniors complete the survey by May 25. Seniors who have not completed the survey will be unable to pick up their cap and gown for graduation. If you have questions or concerns, please email Viri Acosta.
May 18-22 - Senior Spirit Week: Join the celebration of your last full week of classes at Annandale High School!
Monday: Black Out + Chalk the Walk - After school, seniors will gather at the main and back entrances of the school to decorate the sidewalks with chalk.
Tuesday: Twin Day - Find a buddy and dress alike as twins!
Wednesday: PJ Day - Wear your PJs
Thursday: Throwback Day + Paint the Spirit Rock - Dress like a previous version of yourself or like another past person. Students will have an opportunity to paint the spirit rock on this day.
Friday: College Decision Shirt- Seniors will wear their college shirts!
May 28 - June 2 - Senior Exams: Seniors will take their Senior Exams during their regularly scheduled class periods on May 28-June 2. Here is the full exam schedule: May 28: W6 & W8; May 29: R5 & R7; June 1: W2; June 2: R1 & R3. Seniors may leave school after their last exam that day.
May 28 - June 2 - Senior Laptop and Book Collection: Beginning Thursday, May 28, students who no longer need their FCPS issued laptop can return it at the Main Gym Lobby after each senior exam block. Once students have turned in their laptop and any school-issued books or supplies, they are dismissed from school.
June 1 - Senior Picnic, 9:35am: Immediately following the W2 exam, seniors will be released at 9:35am. Members of the Class of 2026 will gather in the Senior parking lot or Ossian Park to enjoy a light breakfast, and sign yearbooks. The event will end at 11:30am.
June 2 - Senior Sunset, 7pm: Senior Sunset will take place on June 2 from 7:00-9:00pm. Students are encouraged to come watch the sunset on the football field with music, drinks, and food to celebrate the last day of their senior year.
June 3 - Senior Awards Ceremony: Our annual Senior Awards Ceremony will be held on June 3 from 10:00-11:15am at Annandale High School. This ceremony provides us an opportunity to recognize seniors who have demonstrated outstanding achievements in each content area, as well as celebrate those seniors who have been selected for community based awards and scholarships. We will provide more details as we get closer to the ceremony and will be communicating directly with the students and families of our award recipients. If you have questions or concerns, please email Viri Acosta.
June 4 - Senior Obligations & Cap and Gown Distribution: Seniors must pay all outstanding obligations, including Senior Dues, prior to receiving their cap and gown. Financial obligations can be paid online via myschoolbucks.com, by using the myschoolbucks mobile app, or in person on June 4. Here are instructions on how to access MySchoolBucks.com. All senior obligations must be paid before picking up their cap and gown. If you have any questions, please email Jeremy DeBoe, Finance Technician.
Students can pick up their cap and gown and senior gift during their assigned times listed below.
- 10:00-11:00am - Last names A-L
- 11:30-12:30pm - Last names M-Z
Students enter through Door 11, at the front of the building, to the upper gym where they will turn in all equipment and supplies and pay any obligations in order to become eligible to graduate.
June 5 - Graduation Rehearsal, 10:00-11:00am or 11:30-12:30pm: Graduation rehearsal will be held on the Annandale High School stadium field. Seniors who choose to participate in the Graduation Ceremony must attend graduation rehearsal during their assigned times below.
- 10:00-11:00am - Last names A-L
- 11:30-12:30pm - Last names M-Z
Students should meet on the home side stadium bleachers where they will receive information about the ceremony.
June 5 - Graduation Walk, 1:30pm: We are thrilled to extend an invitation to participate in the Graduation Walk event on Friday, June 5 at 1:30pm (2:30 for Annandale Terrace ES), where students will have the wonderful opportunity to revisit their previous elementary school and stroll through the halls adorned in cap and gown, celebrating their achievements and the journey that has led them to this momentous occasion. Interested students must submit this form by June 1. Transportation will not be provided. All students who would like to participate must safely get to their school on their own.
June 8 - Graduation, 7:00pm: Graduation will be held on Monday, June 8, at 7:00pm at Eagle Bank Arena. Tickets are not required.
June 9 - All Night Grad Celebration: Annandale High School’s All Night Grad Celebration is June 9 from 11:00pm-5:00am at Audrey Moore Rec Center! Tickets are on sale now for $55. Students can order tickets here. After June 1, tickets will only be available at the door for $65. If you would like, you can sponsor a Senior and purchase their ticket! Questions? Please contact the ANGC Chair if you have questions or concerns about the All Night Graduation Celebration. Parents can join the fun by volunteering to help! It takes a lot of volunteers to make this a successful night for our seniors. Please look at the sign-up and find a shift that works for you.
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