Largest school systems in Central Va. announce 2021 graduation plans
Richmond Public Schools to receive update on Monday at board meeting
The four major school systems in Central Virginia have announced outdoor 2021 graduation plans. (Source: Pixabay)
By Karina Bolster | May 3, 2021 at 12:50 PM EDT - Updated May 3 at 7:02 PM
RICHMOND, Va. (WWBT) - With eased restrictions in place for graduation ceremonies, many local school systems are announcing how they plan to celebrate the class of 2021, in all cases, outdoors.
These plans come after Governor Ralph Northam announced on March 17 schools can hold in-door ceremonies as long as there or no more than 500 people or 30% capacity, whichever is less. Ceremonies can be held outdoors with up to 5,000 people or 30% capacity, whichever is less.