Katy ISD Celebrates Summer 2026 Commencement; Announces Future Graduating Ceremonies

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KATY MAGAZINE NEWS

August 27, 2026

By Natalie Cook Clark

Katy ISD recognized and honored students this week in its 2026 Summer Graduating Class and has announced future ceremony details as Freeman High School joins the ceremonies this Spring.

This week 68 students walked across the stage at the Leonard E. Merrell Center as Katy ISD celebrated its 2026 Summer Graduating Class. These students now will go on to college, careers, technical education or military service.

“Graduation represents an important milestone for our students and the culmination of years of hard work and perseverance,” Katy ISD Assistant Superintendent for School Leadership and Support Emily Craig said. “We are proud of these graduates for reaching this moment and grateful to the families, educators and staff who encouraged them along the way. We look forward to seeing what they accomplish next.”

Surrounded by family members, friends, educators and District leaders, graduates marked the culmination of years of hard work. The ceremony also recognized the families, teachers, counselors, coaches and staff who supported students throughout their Katy ISD journey.

The summer graduates now join the Katy ISD legacy and a community committed to their continued success beyond high school.

The next Katy ISD graduation ceremony will be the Winter Class on January 14, 2027.

Katy ISD will graduate 10 high schools with its upcoming Spring 2027 class. This year, because of adding Freeman High School to the commencement schedule, the District will split ceremonies across Legacy and Rhodes Stadium. The ceremony schedule begins May 26, 2027, with Taylor and Katy High Schools.