WCPS to Graduate More Than 1,240 Students

Goldsboro, N.C. – The Wayne County Public Schools (WCPS) graduation season is officially underway, with 107 students graduating this month from the district’s two non-traditional calendar schools: Wayne School of Engineering and Wayne Early/Middle College High School.

Next week, WCPS traditional calendar high schools will begin holding commencement ceremonies, with 1,136 seniors set to earn their diplomas. In total, 1,243 WCPS seniors will graduate this season and take the stage to celebrate this important milestone.

The June 2026 Graduation Schedule is as follows:

District leaders recognize that graduation ceremonies reflect not only the hard work and dedication of students, but also the collective support of classroom teachers, instructional support staff, student services teams, school administrators, club advisors, athletic coaches, parents, volunteers, and community partners who all play a role in student success.

“While there are many milestones celebrated throughout a student’s academic journey, few are as meaningful as high school graduation,” said Dr. Marc Whichard, WCPS Superintendent. “Earning a high school diploma opens doors to greater opportunities and prepares students for success in college, the military, or the workforce. On behalf of our Board of Education and Wayne County Public Schools, we congratulate our graduating seniors and wish them continued success in all they do.”

All high school graduation ceremonies can be viewed live or on demand by visiting www.youtube.com/@WCPSLive.

In addition to the traditional high schools, Edgewood Community Developmental School will have a special graduation ceremony to recognize students who met their program requirements. This year, the school will have a total of four students receiving their Certificate of Completion (12th grade) and four students receiving their Certificate of Achievement for completion of the 12+ Program. The ceremony will be held on June 4 at 10 AM in the Eastern Wayne High cafeteria.

“We are incredibly proud of each of our Edgewood students and the progress they have made throughout their educational journey,”  adds Dr. Whichard. “This ceremony is a meaningful opportunity to celebrate their accomplishments, recognize their hard work and determination, and honor the support provided by their families, teachers, and staff along the way.”