Classical Conversations Foundation
National Commencement 2022
Join Us for Our 2022 National Commencement!
Formerly known as Graduation or Capstone Celebration, National Commencement recognizes the completion of the homeschool journey of our Classical Conversations® students and their parents. Presented by the Classical Conversations Foundation*, this is an opportunity few homeschoolers get—to celebrate their achievements with their peers in a formal graduation ceremony!
The 2022 National Commencement will be held on Friday, April 29, at Grace Church, near the Classical Conversations home office in Southern Pines, NC. The event is hosted in conjunction with the National Conference and the 25th Anniversary Celebration of Classical Conversations.
Classical Conversations’ founder, Leigh Bortins, will address and commend graduates and parents for their hard work and perseverance through their years of homeschooling.
Leigh Bortins
Leigh Bortins is the Founder and Chief Visionary Officer of Classical Conversations.
Registration for 2022 National Commencement Includes:
- A graduation regalia package, shipped directly to your graduate, which includes a cap, gown, tassel, diploma, and diploma cover. (Note: Further graduation accessories such as honor cords and announcements will be available for purchase at the CC discounted rate through the link provided in the registration confirmation.)
- A rehearsal for graduates and parents
- A formal graduation ceremony with student and family recognition
- A printed program with graduate photos and bios
- Activities for graduates
- A gift bag with an exclusive National Commencement T-shirt for each graduate
- Light refreshments
2022 Event Schedules
All times are EST.
National Commencement
Thursday, April 28
5:00-9:00 p.m.
25th Anniversary Celebration
Following 25th Anniversary – midnight
Grad Bash
Friday, April 29
9:00 a.m.-Noon
Obstacle Course Teambuilding for Graduates
8:00 a.m.-7:00 p.m.
Exhibitors open
5:00-5:15 p.m.
Check in
5:15-6:00 p.m.
Commencement Rehearsal (Graduates and Parents)
6:00-6:30 p.m.
Group pictures
6:30-7:00 p.m.
Formal Seating of Parents and Guests
7:00-9:30 p.m.
Commencement Ceremony and Reception
National Conference
Thursday, April 28
5:00-9:00 p.m.
25th Anniversary Celebration
Friday, April 29
8:00 a.m.-Close of Conference
Exhibitors open
8:00-9:00 a.m.
Check in
9:00-11:45 a.m.
Speaking Sessions
Camp/Nursery
11:45 a.m.-1:45 p.m.
Lunch break
2:00-4:15 p.m.
Speaking Sessions
Camp/Nursery
Saturday, April 30
8:00 a.m.-Noon
Exhibitors open
8:00-8:50 a.m.
Coffee with Leigh
9:00 a.m.-Noon
Speaking sessions
Camp/Nursery
All Events
National Commencement
National Conference
Thursday, April 28
5:00-9:00 p.m.
25th Anniversary Celebration
Following 25th Anniversary – midnight
Grad Bash
Friday, April 29
8:00 a.m.-Close of Conference
Exhibitors open
8:00 a.m.-7:00 p.m.
Exhibitors open
9:00 a.m.-Noon
Obstacle Course Teambuilding for Graduates
9:00-11:45 a.m.
Speaking Sessions
Camp/Nursery
11:45 a.m.-1:45 p.m.
Lunch break
2:00-4:15 p.m.
Speaking Sessions
Camp/Nursery
5:00-5:15 p.m.
Check in
5:15-6:00 p.m.
Commencement Rehearsal (Graduates and Parents)
6:00-6:30 p.m.
Group pictures
6:30-7:00 p.m.
Formal Seating of Parents and Guests
7:00-9:30 p.m.
Commencement Ceremony and Reception
Saturday, April 30
8:00 a.m.-Noon
Exhibitors open
8:00-8:50 a.m.
Coffee with Leigh
9:00 a.m.-Noon
Speaking sessions
Camp/Nursery
Ticket Pricing
Graduates wishing to participate in National Commencement must register by February 28.
Early-bird Registration
October 12-December 15, 11:59 p.m. EST
| Registration Type | Ticket Price** |
|---|---|
| Graduate Ticket | $179 |
| Guest Ticket | $12 |
General Registration
December 16-February 28, 11:59 p.m. EST
| Registration Type | Ticket Price** |
|---|---|
| Graduate Ticket | $199 |
| Guest Ticket | $12 |
| Link to Commencement Video | $25 |
Late Registration
(Guest Registration and Video link purchase only)
March 1 – April 29, 11:59 p.m.
| Registration Type | Ticket Price** |
|---|---|
| Guest Ticket | $15 |
| Link to Commencement Video | $25 |
*Classical Conversations Foundation is a nonprofit organization, separate from Classical Conversations, Inc., but it’s driven by the very same mission: to know God and to make Him known.
**All published ticket prices are in U.S. dollars. Published prices do not include taxes and Eventbrite fees. Entrance into National Commencement requires every attendee to register, to have a ticket to enter the event, and to sign risk release and liability waivers.
