Madison West High School

Next week, MMSD seniors from the Class of 2026 will cross the stage, marking the end of their high school journeys and the beginning of their next chapter. 💫

All graduation ceremonies are free, open to the public, and livestreamed on the MMSD YouTube channel (MMSDtv) — no tickets needed!

Celebration Schedule
📍 Wednesday, June 10, Madison College – Mitby Theater
2 PM – Malcolm Shabazz City High School
4:30 PM – Innovative High
6:30 PM – Capital High

📍 Friday, June 12, Kohl Center
5 PM – Madison East High School
7:30 PM – La Follette High School

📍 Saturday, June 13, Kohl Center
10 AM – Vel Phillips Memorial High School
1 PM – Madison West High School

Celebrate with us — in person or online — as we honor the incredible MMSD Class of 2026! 🎉🎓

See the full celebration schedule and watch livestream: https://ow.ly/iQWV50Z7nFN

Reminder: There will be no school on Monday, May 25 in observance of Memorial Day.
Check out the full school calendar here: https://www.madison.k12.wi.us/about/calendar-of-events/2025-2026-school-year-calendar

🎨Madison West High School senior Sangrielle Harris said joining AVID was “life-changing.”

The program helped her build confidence and discover new opportunities — including an arts internship with Cue 608. After a gap year, she plans to study art therapy at Edgewood University.

Read her Senior Spotlight:
https://www.madison.k12.wi.us/about/news/article/~board/newsstories/post/avid-opens-doors-for-west-high-senior-and-artist-sangrielle-harris

Regent Community!

Do you have a graduation gown sitting in a closet, collecting dust? We could put it to good use! We are in need of gently used graduation robes, specifically in height size 5'0" to 5'5". Yellow stoles, tassels, hats are welcomed too! Please feel free to drop them off at our Welcome Center on Ash St. Thank you for considering!

Thank you to Social Studies teacher Ms. Bohman and her US History Social Studies classes for their work to bring Our City, Our Voices - a student film festival to West!

How modern media production is engaging students in Wisconsin history - PBS Wisconsin Through PBS Wisconsin Youth Media, high school students are exploring history through a new lens – as documentary filmmakers.

Thank you Mr. Rademacher for all your work with all of our Forensicators over 21 years!!! Congratulations to our Forensics team on another amazing season.

⏰ Missed a session this week? There’s still time to join us!

The Madison Metropolitan School District still has several upcoming Building for the Future input sessions over the next few weeks—and we’d love to hear from you.�

Whether you attend in person or virtually, this is your chance to:
�✔️ Learn about the district’s future planning
�✔️ Review draft scenarios
�✔️ Share your perspective

📍 Sessions continue at locations like Kennedy Elementary School, Warner Park Community Recreation Center, and more.

🍽️ Bonus: In-person events include dinner—come early to connect with others!

👉 Find a session that works for you and join us! https://ow.ly/Xobz50YSWF5

🎓 Share a Message with A Class of 2026 Graduate ✨

Graduation season is here, filled with proud moments, joyful memories, and endless possibilities for our graduates. Let’s celebrate the Class of 2026!

Send words of wisdom, inspirational quotes or notes of encouragement. Select messages will be featured on MMSD social accounts and all messages will be posted on the MMSD graduation page!

Share a message: https://www.madison.k12.wi.us/graduation/share-a-message