Best Graduation Venue in Loudoun County

   Where is the best high school graduation in Loudoun County?

   Loudoun County High School, hands down. I am biased, but there is no competition. Many graduations, too big for their own schools, are held at George Mason University's Patriot Center, off their home turf. Those that can be held at their alma maters are held on the less-than-picturesque football field.

Throwing the caps (2012)

   County has a gorgeous setting. The front of the school is a wonderful backdrop for the ceremony. The official ticketed guest seats are closer, but if you prefer to not roast in the sun, you can bring your own chair and sit (or stand) in the shade of the numerous trees on the lawn.

Before the ceremony (2012)

   It's just a great setting. I wish more schools could do this.

   Now, since I went to County, I understand why newer schools might not have sweeping front lawns. Practicality-wise, it's not the best entrance. Because of the front lawn, the bus loop and parking had to be put over to the sides of the school, so most of the students enter the school from the sides, making the main entrance one of the least entered entrances. Newer schools have the bus drop-off right in front of the entrance. It's more practical to have everyone enter and exit through the front door.

After the ceremony (2010)

So, you win some and you lose some. Other schools have better front door usage... County has a better graduation venue.

Throwing the caps (2008)