like a week before graduation we have to get the gown to see if it fits, usually some people throw parties afterwards. and on graduation we have to sit outside (we can sit wherever). the student president says a speech then passes it on the the principal and he or she says a speech. Then they start to call everyone in alphabetical order to get their diploma, after that is done they say a brief speech and then everyone throws their hat up and then take pictures with friends and relatives. and then a party with friends or relatives.