SCCSD to host graduation ceremonies week of May 27

Sioux City, Iowa –Each Sioux City Community School District high school will hold graduation ceremonies at the Tyson Events Center again this year.  

Ceremonies will be held at 7 pm on the following dates:   

  • North High School: Tuesday, May 27  

  • West High School: Wednesday, May 28  

  • East High School: Thursday, May 29   

Doors will open to the public one hour before each ceremony. During each ceremony, a professional photographer will take a portrait photo of each graduate, which will be available for graduates and families to purchase.  

All guests attending the graduation ceremonies will be required to pass through the Tyson Events Center metal detectors upon entry into the ceremonies. In accordance with Tyson Events Center guidelines, and out of respect to all graduates and guests, the following items are not permitted at graduation ceremonies:  

  • Silly string 

  • Cowbells 

  • Air horns 

  • Large bags / backpacks, coolers or boxes 

  • Bottles, cans, glass containers, liquid containers or other projectiles 

  • Any food product, coolers or backpacks 

  • Laser devices 

  • Projectiles 

  • Skates, skateboards, Heelies or scooters 

  • Strollers 

  • Alcohol or illegal drugs 

  • Tobacco of any kind 

  • Animals, other than service animals 

  • Signs/posters  

  • Any item or action deemed to challenge public safety 

  • No weapons of any kind, including lawful concealable firearms 

  • Any other item deemed unacceptable by Tyson Events Center Management or the Event Producer 

The Tyson Events Center has a clear bag policy in place for all events. Only one clear bag, not exceeding 12x12x6 inches, is permitted per person. Small non-clear bags, such as wallets, clutches, and wristlets, are allowed if they do not exceed 7.5x5 inches and are subject to search. Diaper bags and medically necessary bags are also permitted, subject to search. 

Each year, approximately 900 graduates are recognized during the District’s graduation ceremonies.