FCS Class of 2020 Celebrations

FCS Class of 2020 Celebrations

It is with optimism and excitement that we share an overview of the anticipated schedule of events to recognize, uplift, and honor this class of all classes— the Class of 2020.

It is an understatement to say that our thoughts are with the Class of 2020. Everyone is thinking about you. As you know, Floyd County Schools has been committed to honoring the Class of 2020 under these imperfect conditions through postponed and restructured traditions, celebrations, and graduation ceremonies. Below is the Class of 2020 Adjusted Timeline of celebration and recognition:

May 11-15: Floyd County High Schools Virtual Senior Awards Nights

These virtual events will be posted on the individual schools’ and district’s Facebook Pages and the individual schools’ websites. They will also air on the Library Channel at a later date.

• Monday, May 11 at 6:30 p.m.- AHS

• Tuesday, May 12 at 6:30 p.m.- CHS

• Wednesday, May 13 at 6:30 p.m.- MHS

• Friday, May 15 at 6:30 p.m.- PHS

May 17: Floyd County High Schools Baccalaureate Service

This will be a virtual event hosted by Northwest Georgia Fellowship of Christian Athletes and senior representatives from all four Floyd County high schools. It will be posted on the district’s Facebook Page and website on Sunday, May 17 at 6:30 p.m.

May 22 and 23: Class of 2020 Drive Through Graduation Ceremonies

The individual high schools will have drive-through graduation ceremonies during the previously scheduled graduation dates and times, with the exception of Pepperell High who will start earlier out of concern for losing daylight with consideration for the size of their graduating class. Graduating seniors will wear their caps and gowns and receive their diplomas.  Only one vehicle per student will be permitted. Principals will reach out to seniors and their families with specific instructions for these events.

• Friday, May 22 at 5:30 p.m.- PHS

• Saturday, May 23 at 10 a.m.- AHS

• Saturday, May 23 at 2 p.m.- MHS

• Saturday, May 23 at 6 p.m.- CHS

Late May 2020: Return to School Campus

Each FCS high school will facilitate an appointment-based opportunity for seniors to go to the school campus beginning in mid-May to return school-issued items and materials, address outstanding fines and dues, and retrieve all personal items. There will be further details provided by each school.

July 23 and 24: Class of 2020 In-Person Graduation Ceremonies

In-person graduation ceremonies have been planned to occur at the Forum River Center according to the schedule below. If public health officials advise that these dates are not feasible, the district will try to reschedule them for the fall.

• Thursday, July 23 at 5 p.m.- PHS

• Thursday, July 23 at 8 p.m.- AHS

• Friday, July 24 at 5 p.m.- MHS

• Friday, July 24 at 8 p.m.- CHS

Our desire to celebrate you and the moments that make your senior year memorable are constantly balanced with the latest and seemingly unpredictable information related to COVID-19.

Your health, the health of your loved ones, and the health of our community is the first priority of Floyd County Schools as we seek opportunities to cherish the fleeting moments of this significant chapter in your life. District officials will remain in constant contact with state and local leaders, along with public health officials, to ensure all of our plans are compliant with CDC guidelines. We remain optimistic that we are going to be able to celebrate the Class of 2020 this summer!