Class of 2025 Graduation Information

Olentangy Schools is pleased to host all four high school commencement ceremonies at the Jerome Schottenstein Center (555 Borror Dr, Columbus, OH 43210) on May 18, 2025 at the following times:

Olentangy Orange High School: 9:00 am
Olentangy Berlin High School: 12:00 pm
Olentangy High School: 3:00 pm
Olentangy Liberty High School: 6:00 pm

All families should read the Family Guide to Graduation at the Schottenstein Center for very important information regarding facility entrance, security, and bag policy at the event.

ATTENDANCE

Tickets are not required for the graduation ceremonies. Students are not limited to the number of individuals for guest attendance.

Graduation ceremonies will last between 90 minutes to two hours in length.

GRADUATE ATTIRE

Graduates should arrive in graduation caps and gowns, with the tassel on the right side and gowns zipped closed. No decorations may be placed on the cap or gown. Only Olentangy Schools issued honor cords and stoles may be worn.

GENERAL PARKING

Each graduate will receive two parking passes. Event day parking will be $10 (cashless) per additional vehicle. Please review the maps on this page for your schools’ assigned parking lot and recommended campus entry.

To alleviate traffic congestion around the Schottenstein Center, we recommend Orange High School (9 am) and Olentangy High School (3 pm) both use the US-315 Lane Avenue exit for arrival and departure. We recommend Berlin High School (12 pm) and Liberty High School (6 pm) both use the US-315 Ackerman Road exit for arrival and departure.

PARKING MAP

WALKING MAP

Graduates and guests should allow additional travel and arrival time to the facility due to the high volume of vehicle and pedestrian traffic, as well as required security screening.

DISABILITY PARKING AND SEATING

Disability parking is available on a first-come, first-serve basis in the Scarlet Lots adjacent to the Schottenstein Center. Parking is $10 (cashless) to park in the disability lot.

Accessible/disabled seating is available on the entry level (100) and terrace levels (300) arena. Disability seating is offered on a first-come, first-served basis. Please limit one companion per guest in need so others may be accommodated.

Complimentary wheelchair escorts are available at any entry point. Ask any uniformed staff and they will call for an escort.

SHUTTLES

Three shuttle buses will be available to transport guests between the Buckeye Lots and the Schottenstein Center between 10 am and 9 pm. See the map for shuttle drop-off and pick-up locations.

ARRIVAL

Graduates should report to the processional line up one hour prior to their commencement time for attendance and graduation preparation.

Olentangy Orange High School Seniors should report at 8:00 am
Olentangy Berlin High School Seniors should report at 11:00 am
Olentangy High School Seniors should report at 2:00 pm
Olentangy Liberty High School Seniors should report at 5:00 pm

Graduates only should enter through the Northwest door, where they will be greeted and directed to the processional lineup.

Guests entering should reference the Family Guide to Graduation at the Schottenstein Center for prohibited items. Guests will be seated in the lower bowl for the ceremony. Graduates will be seated in chairs on the floor. Graduates will receive information prior to graduation from their school regarding their seat placement so guests can plan accordingly.

NO BAG POLICY

Bags or purses of any size are NOT permitted. Wallets/wristlets no larger than 5”x8”x1” are permitted. A dedicated screening lane is available for guests with medical, dietary or childcare needs – one bag permitted. We suggest leaving most items at home.

Prohibited and Permitted Items/ Security Screening

Prohibited and Permitted Items/ Security Screening

Prohibited and Permitted Items/ Security Screening

Permitted Items

• Binoculars (without cases) • Body worn baby carriers • Bottles that are clear, plastic, and empty • Cameras and video recording devices • Coats & jackets (worn or carried) • Mobility devices (such as canes, crutches, walkers, rollators, wheelchairs, scooters) • Wallets, wristlets, or clutches no larger than 5x8x1” • One bag per person will be permitted for those with medical, dietary or childcare needs such as: medications, medical equipment & supplies, single serving snack for medical needs, diapers, formula, baby food, baby bottles, breast pump, etc.

Prohibited Items/ Security Screening

Guests are subject to inspection of person, parcels, bags, and clothing capable of concealing prohibited items. Guests may refuse inspections, but management reserves the right to refuse entry. Guests that are found at screening or inside the arena with prohibited items are subject to Ohio Law and/or ejection from the arena. Prohibited items may be confiscated. Guests will be asked to comply with all screenings, i.e. removal of hats, emptying of metal from pockets and entry through metal detectors. Other prohibited items include: • All bags (including but not limited to backpacks, fanny packs, purses, string or ‘cinch’ bags, messenger bags, crossbody bags, camera bags, briefcases, grocery bags, roll bags, binocular cases, duffle bags or any other bags) • Banners, flags, posters, and signs that interfere with the viewing of other guests • Clothing with profane, inappropriate or abusive language • Containers (common examples include but are not limited to hard sided coolers, soft pack coolers, ice chests, picnic baskets, cans, heavy plastic or glass bottles, thermoses) • Confetti, streamers, glitter, balloons • Firearms. Weapons are not permitted in the arena/stadium. Possession of a firearm or weapon is strictly forbidden. Possession of a weapon will result in immediate confiscation, ejection and/or possible arrest. Off-duty law enforcement: click here for concealed-carry policy • Fireworks or explosives • Food and beverages • Illegal drugs • Inflatables (balls, balloons, etc.) • Markers or Paint • Monopods and tripods • Noisemaking devices (common examples include but are not limited to whistles, air horns, bull horns, blow horns, musical instruments, kazoos, bugles, cow bells, thunder sticks, sirens, milk jugs with rocks or coins, and stereos) • Sticks, Poles, Pipes or Selfie sticks • Weapons or items that mimic weapons including but not limited to: (aerosol cans, mace, pepper spray, lighters, matches, firearms, including CCW permit holders, fireworks, pocket knives, knives, spiked bracelets, brass knuckles, martial arts weapons, stun guns, squirt guns, super soakers and chains) or any item deemed dangerous or inappropriate. • Wrapped gifts or packages • Anything deemed by management to pose a safety hazard or diminish the enjoyment of an event by other guests.

PHOTOGRAPHY and VIDEOGRAPHY

Photos and videos are welcome throughout the ceremony. A professional photo will be taken of each graduate the day of the event and be available for purchase from HR Imaging.

Commencement ceremonies will be live streamed this year at the following links:

HEARING IMPAIRED

ASL Interpreting may be viewed from all seats during the ceremony via video boards.

DISMISSAL

Graduates will recess immediately following graduation outside to the East End Plaza. Prior to the graduation ceremonies, plan a graduate and family/friend reunification location on the building’s exterior.

DIPLOMAS

Diplomas will be distributed the day after graduation ceremonies take place. Graduates may pick up their diploma from their high school on Monday, May 19, 2025, from 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. inside the building’s main entrance. Please provide a photo/student ID for verification. Any remaining diplomas will be mailed to the address on record.

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Class of 2025 Graduation Information

ATTENDANCE

GRADUATE ATTIRE

GENERAL PARKING

DISABILITY PARKING AND SEATING

SHUTTLES

ARRIVAL

NO BAG POLICY

Prohibited and Permitted Items/ Security Screening

PHOTOGRAPHY and VIDEOGRAPHY

HEARING IMPAIRED

DISMISSAL

DIPLOMAS