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Graduation

Welcome Class of 2026!

We encourage students and families to visit this page regularly to remain informed of important dates, requirements, and events related to graduation.

Cap & Gown Update!
This message is for graduating students who will be attending Commencement and have purchased a cap & gown. You can pick up your cap & gown in the Staff Room during lunch (11:05-12:05) on the following dates:

Tuesday, May 26
Wednesday, May 27
Tuesday, June 2
Wednesday, June 3

Nelson Prom - Class of 2026
This year’s Prom will take place on Friday, May 22, 2026 at Liuna Station in Hamilton. It will run from 5:30PM until 11:00PM. Ticket sales are now closed. More Prom information is available here. If you have any questions please contact Mr. Clark at clarkst@hdsb.ca

Commencement - June 11, 2026

Nelson High School’s Commencement Ceremony is being held on: 
Thursday June 11, 2026 at the Burlington Convention Centre 
Ceremony begins at 5:00pm 
Grads arrive at 4:30pm

All Graduates must have purchased a Cap & Gown in order to participate.
In consideration of space limitations and the number of graduates, we encourage each student to invite up to two 2 guests. We value and welcome all parents, guardians, and supporters.

If you have any questions please contact: Sue Gibson at 905-637-3825  Ext. 223 or gibsonsu@hdsb.ca in the main office.

 

 

New

Students earning credits through institutions outside the Halton District School Board must complete the External Credit Declaration Form and submit it to their school’s Guidance Office when registering with the external provider.

 

Diploma Requirements

For Students Entering Grade 9 in September 2023 or Earlier

To earn an Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD), students must complete:

  • 18 compulsory credits
  • 12 optional credits
  • 40 hours of community involvement
  • The Ontario Secondary School Literacy Test (OSSLT) in Grade 10 or the Ontario Secondary School Literacy Course
  • 2 eLearning credits (opt-out form available)

This program is designed to be completed in four years following Grade 8.

For Students Entering Grade 9 in September 2024 or Later

To earn an Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD), students must complete:

  • 17 compulsory credits
  • 13 optional credits
  • 40 hours of community involvement
  • The Ontario Secondary School Literacy Test (OSSLT) in Grade 10 or the Ontario Secondary School Literacy Course
  • 2 eLearning credits (opt-out form available)

This program is also designed to be completed in four years following Grade 8.

Community Involvement Hours

To record volunteer hours, students should request a letter from the organization confirming:

  • Type of volunteer work
  • Total hours completed
  • Contact name