Ceremony Information
2025 Central Arkansas Adult Education Graduation & Certification Recognition Ceremony
Thursday, June 5, 2025
6 p.m.
Graduation Details
Q: What should I wear underneath the gown?
DO: Wear lightweight, comfortable clothing underneath the gown.
DO: Wear clothes that have at least one pocket to carry essential valuables.
DO: Wear comfortable shoes.
DO: Dress in business professional dark clothing; no blue jeans, tennis shoes or flip flops should be worn.
For women – dress, skirt, dress pants For men – collared shirt, tie, dress pants
Q: What can I bring with me to the Commencement Ceremony?
DO: Leave your belongings, such as purse, camera, cell phone, etc., at home, with your family, with your friends or in your vehicle. Absolutely NO purses, flowers and balloons are allowed in the student lineup area or on the center floor.
Q: How do I wear my cap?
DO: Wear your cap so that the mortarboard is level and parallel to the ceiling.
DON’T: Don’t tip your cap to the back or the side of the head.
DO: Place the crown of the cap approximately 1 inch above the eyebrows and the rest approximately 1-1 ½ inches above each ear. Consider using bobby pins to secure your cap.
Q: What is the difference between the front and back of the cap?
DO: Look at the inside of your cap to see where the front of it is indicated.
Q: Can the cap be removed during the ceremony?
DO: Keep the cap on because it is an essential part of the academic dress and should remain on your head throughout the ceremony.
DON’T: Don’t remove the cap during the Commencement Ceremony. NOTE: During the National Anthem, men participating in Commencement should remove their cap.
Q: How do I wear the tassel?
DO: Wear your tassel on the right front side. When the cap is in the correct position on the head, the tassel will hang off the right front cap edge.
DON’T: Don’t allow tassels to hang off the back of the cap. All graduates must wear the tassel on the same side. During the ceremony the graduates will be instructed to move their tassels to the left to signify the conferring of the diploma.
Q: Can I wear my own Cap & Gown?
No. To ensure uniformity, students may only purchase the designated regalia provided by the local centers
Q: How much are the Cap and Gowns?
The total cost for the graduation caps and gowns is $20 and should be purchased before May 18, 2025.
Q: How do I purchase my Cap and Gown?
Once each registrant is verified by the state office as completed, an email will be sent with directions of how to pay.
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About Arkansas Adult Education
Arkansas Adult Education Centers offer a variety of FREE services that can help Arkansans improve their job outlook and earnings with basic skills courses and specialized workforce training. Our programs provide flexible schedules and allow students to work at a pace that fits their lives. Classes can be taken face-to-face, through distance learning or a combination of both. We also offer evening classes and weekend classes when available.
Adult Basic Education & Literacy
Arkansas Adult Education provides basic literacy and education for adults to improve their foundational skills. We offer supportive services through our partners that can help with transportation, childcare and tuition to those who qualify.
Arkansas High School Diploma
Earning your Arkansas High School Diploma can boost earning potential and open many more opportunities. Our programs can help students prepare for the GED®test and achieve this important milestone.
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College & Career Readiness Training
Adult Education prepares learners to be cognitive and technically proficient workers in the global economy through high-quality training programs. We offer industryspecific training through the Integrated Education & Training Program (!ET) and the WAGE™ Program.
College Transition Program
The College Transition Program is designed to assist adults in making the transition from adult education to postsecondary education. We prepare students with the skills and knowledge needed to succeed in college-level courses.
English Language Acquisition (ELA} Classes
ELA classes are designed to help non-native English speakers improve their language skills. Our classes provide instruction in speaking, listening, reading and writing English to help students perform better on the job and in their daily life. Classes enable adults to achieve competency in the English language and acquire the basic and more advanced skills needed to function effectively as parents, workers and citizens.
WAGE™ Program
Workforce Alliance for Growth in the Economy (WAGE™) provides industry-specific training and certifications that are tailored to the needs of local businesses and industries. WAGE™ is designed to prepare students for employment in high-demand industries, enhancing employability and earning potential. Get started on a career path with WAGE™
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