05/22/2026
Heads up Comets! π
No school this Monday May 25th in honor of Memorial Day. Enjoy the long weekend and come back ready to finish strong because our last day of school is Thursday May 28th! π
Make it a great one. See you Tuesday! π
05/18/2026
To our RLD seniors, graduating is just the beginning. π¬β¨
You have spent your time here learning real skills in film, TV production, broadcasting and recording arts. Now it is time to take that experience and run with it. Here are 5 ways to keep building your career right here in Phoenix:
π Scottsdale Community College
The only dedicated film and TV degree program among all Arizona community colleges. Taught by working industry professionals from day one.
scottsdalecc.edu/degrees-certificates/film
π Glendale Community College
Associate degree in Film and Media Production with hands-on training.
gccaz.edu/degrees-certificates/visual-and-performing-arts/film-and-media-production-3570-aas
π Phoenix College
Time-Based Media certificate program, a faster track to industry-ready skills in production, motion graphics and compositing.
phoenixcollege.edu/degrees-certificates/visual-and-performing-arts/time-based-media-5170-ccl
π₯ Epic Productions Phoenix
Arizona's largest video production company and a great place to seek local internship experience.
epicproductionsllc.com/film-internships
πΊ Gray Media KTVK/KPHO Phoenix
Paid internship program at one of Phoenix's top local TV stations. News, production, sports, engineering and more.
gray.tv/careers
You built the foundation here at RLD. Now go build your career. We are so proud of you. π
05/12/2026
π The countdown is on, Comets!
Join us as we celebrate the Robert L. Duffy Class of 2026 and honor all of the hard work, creativity, and dedication that brought our graduates to this milestone. π
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Friday, May 15th
β° 5:00 PM β 6:00 PM
π ASU West Valley Campus
4701 W. Thunderbird Rd
Glendale, AZ 85306
π Robert L. Duffy Graduation Ceremony
Please arrive 30 minutes early. Family and friends, we cannot wait to see you come support!
We are so excited to celebrate this unforgettable achievement with our Comets community. ππ
05/02/2026
Teacher Appreciation Week is coming up π
May 4β8, starting Monday!
At Robert L. Duffy, weβre taking time all week to recognize the teachers who show up, stay consistent, and genuinely care about their students. The ones who push you to do better, support you when things arenβt easy, and make a lasting impact, whether you realize it in the moment or not.
Teaching is more than a job. Itβs patience, dedication, and heart, and that doesnβt go unnoticed.
As we head into the week, take a moment to think about a teacher whoβs made a difference for you. A simple thank you or small gift can go a long way.
04/24/2026
π Senior season is officially here! π
Weβve got all your important dates lined up so you can stay on track and ready for graduation π
πΈ Senior Picture Days (Cap & Gown Only)
π Tucson Campus: April 24 | 3 PM β 5 PM
π Phoenix Campuses: April 30 | 3816 N 27th Ave. Phoenix, AZ
β’ Tech: 10 AM β 12 PM
β’ Robert L. Duffy: 12 PM β 1 PM
β’ STEM Academy: 1 PM β 2:30 PM
β’ Credit Recovery Program: Walk-ins welcome 10 AM β 4 PM
QR codes will be available on-site for students who want to purchase additional photo packages.
π Graduation Ceremony
π ASU West Valley Campus
π Friday, May 15 | 5:00 PM β 7:45 PM
β’ First Ceremony (RLD + STEM): 5:00 PM β 6:00 PM
β’ Second Ceremony (Tech + CRP + Tucson): 6:45 PM β 7:45 PM
This is your moment, letβs finish strong and celebrate everything youβve worked for π
04/18/2026
Lights, camera, your future. π¬
At Robert L. Duffy Film & TV Production High School, students get hands-on experience using industry-standard equipment in a cutting-edge studio environment. From filming to editing, youβll build real-world skills while earning your high school diploma.
If you're passionate about film, media, or storytelling, this is where your journey starts.
π Phoenix, AZ
π 480-462-6645
π cssschools.org/rld-high-school
Create. Produce. Tell your story.
04/09/2026
Prom is TOMORROW and we cannot wait to see you all there! πΏβ¨
Night in the Enchanted Forest is going to be so good. No school, all day to get ready, and a whole night ahead of you with your people. This is your moment. ππ€
Tomorrow night is yours and you deserve to enjoy every second of it. π
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April 10th π 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM π Luz de Luna 2710 W Bell Rd, Suite 1205 Phoenix, AZ 85053
Drop a comment if you're going! We want to see the excitement! ππ²
04/03/2026
April is here πΈ and itβs looking like a good month ahead!
π° April 5 β Easter
π April 10 β No School (Professional Development Day)β¦ but that night is PROM, woohoo!
β° Half days every Friday
Now letβs talk about the main eventβ¦
β¨ A night to remember is on the way.
Students from STEM Academy, Robert L. Duffy Film & TV Production High School, and Tech High School are coming together for Prom 2026: Night in the Enchanted Forest ππ²
Music, dancing, photos, and a chance to make memories with students across the Career Success Schools communityβ¦ this is one you donβt want to miss.
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April 10
β° 6:00 PM β 10:00 PM
π Luz de Luna
2710 W Bell Rd, Suite 1205
Phoenix, AZ
Letβs make April a good one π«