As the final school bells prepare to ring for the last time this academic year, students across Okmulgee County are trading in their backpacks for caps and gowns, ready to step into a new chapter of life. With emotions high and excitement building, schools across the county are hosting a series of events to honor the Class of 2025 – a group defined by resilience, growth and ambition.
From senior breakfasts and awards assemblies to heartfelt ceremonies, communities are coming together to celebrate their graduates in style.
— Wilson School Graduation Week
Wilson School kicked off its graduation season with a Baccalaureate service at Wilson Baptist Church on May 4.
On Tuesday, May 13, promotion ceremonies will be held in the New Gym throughout the day:
• P3-PK Promotion at 9 a.m.
• Kindergarten Promotion at 10 a.m.
• 8th Grade Promotion at 7 p.m. The week culminates with Senior Graduation on Thursday, May 15, at 7 p.m., also in the New Gym, where families, teachers and classmates will honor the achievements of Wilson’s graduating seniors.
— A Look at Countywide Graduation Dates Here’s when and where other Okmulgee County schools will celebrate their seniors:
• Beggs – Friday, May 9, at 7:30 p.m.
• Green Country Technology Center (GCTC) – Saturday, May 10, at 11 a.m. at the Claude Cox Omniplex (Mvskoke Dome).
• Preston – Tuesday, May 13, at 7 p.m. in the Jim Waller Gymnasium
• Dewar – Thursday, May 15, at 7 p.m.
• Morris – Friday, May 16, at 7 p.m. at the Mvskoke Dome
• Okmulgee – Saturday, May 17, at 8 a.m. in Brock Gymnasium
• Henryetta – Friday, May 23, at 7 p.m. at the Knights Center Each of these ceremonies marks not just the end of an era, but the start of something greater as students prepare to enter college, the workforce, military service, or other pursuits.
— Okmulgee Public Schools
A Full Week of Honors & Celebration
Okmulgee High School is ensuring that its graduates are celebrated in every way possible:
• May 9 – Closed Fly-in for Aviation Students and Families
• May 12 – Tennis Regionals
• May 13 – Senior Breakfast at 8:30 a.m., Senior Walk at 9:30 a.m., Senior Picnic at 12 p.m. and Senior Awards at 6 p.m.
• May 14 – All Sports Banquet at 6 p.m.
• May 15 – “Commitment to Graduation” at 2 p.m., Awards Assembly at 3 p.m., FFA Dinner at 6 p.m. (last day of school)
• May 16 – Graduation Practice at 9 a.m.
• May 17 – Graduation Ceremony at 8 p.m. in Brock Gymnasium – “Graduation is more than just a ceremony – it’s a celebration of every challenge conquered, every lesson learned and every dream formed in these hallways.”
From the earliest learners walking across the stage for Pre-K promotion to seniors accepting diplomas under the lights, Okmulgee County is ready to cheer for the accomplishments of every student. As proud families fill gyms and auditoriums, one message will echo across every community – congratulations, Class of 2025. Your future begins now.
– Be sure to check out our annual Graduation section in next Friday’s edition of the Okmulgee Times and Henryetta Free-Lance.
