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Our 2024 graduation ceremony will be held on Friday, May 31 at 2 p.m. at Eagle Bank Arena  (4500 Patriot Circle, Fairfax, VA)

As a reminder, our 2024 graduation ceremony will be live streamed for anyone who can't attend in person.

Note: The link will not go live until Graduation day.

 

 

Graduation Day Reminders:

 

Graduates must be in line at the loading dock of EagleBank Arena, no later than 1:00 p.m.

 

Parking 

Will be available for guests with disabilities at the South entrance, including a drop-off location. Additional parking based on availability in Lots A, L, and K. Parking attendants will direct traffic to open spaces.

 After the ceremony, parents can meet their graduates outside on the North side of the building. Students will exit out the building toward the North via the East.

 

Accessible Seating

If a family member comes into the building in a wheelchair and needs to remain in the wheelchair, EagleBank Arena has wheelchair seating in each corner of the concourse (Portal 4, 8, 13, and 17). This space is extremely limited and as such we ask that no more than one family member sits with them in the wheelchair area. It is available on a first come, first served basis.

EagleBank Arena also provides accessible seating for patrons who may have difficulty with steps.  When entering the building, patrons are level with row F, which is 12 rows from the floor. This row has no stairs to climb.

EagleBank Arena staff will place signs on rows E, F, and G, as a means of reserving them for those patrons who cannot negotiate stairs. We ask that only one family member sits with this person, as this seating is limited.

All other seats in the building are up or down the stairs, with railings in most locations. The rest of the family can then usually find seating nearby in the section, a few rows above or below these concourse level rows.

 

Security Policy and Entrance Inspections

  • EagleBank Arena currently uses CEIA OPENGATE Magnetometers to screen upon entry.
  • Staff will visually conduct bag and metal detection inspections to detect prohibited items to ensure the safety of all guests
  • No Balloons, Noisemakers, Selfie Sticks/Tripods, and Signs/Flags larger than 18”x18” are allowed inside EagleBank Arena
  • Any guest who declines to be searched or is in possession of prohibited items may be denied entry

 

EagleBank Arena also recommends the following to help expedite entry:

 Guests are encouraged to arrive early

  • Please follow the event staff’s directions on which items need to be removed or divested prior to passing through magnetometers.
  • Guests who have health conditions which prohibit them from passing through magnetometers may flag an event supervisor for a manual screening.

 Bag Policy 

  • EagleBank Arena is encouraging guests to not bring a bag, to help enhance the contactless experience.
  • If you require a bag for your personal belongings, EagleBank Arena has adopted a clear bag policy and must adhere to the following:
    • Bag must be clear plastic, vinyl, or PVC with no obscured inside pockets
    • Bag must not exceed 12”x12”x6”
    • Bag may be 1-gallon plastic zip lock style bag Clutch Style Bag or Purse
    • Non-clear clutch style bag or purse must not exceed 5”x7”
    • Small Medical and/or Parenting Bags will be permitted on a case-by-case basis and will be subject to increased security screening

 Prohibited items at EagleBank Arena include, but are not limited to, the following:

  • Weapons (guns, knives, chains, spiked bracelets, brass knuckles, tasers, mace/pepper spray)
  • Balloons, Fireworks, Cans, bottles, or coolers
  • Glass or ceramic containers of any kind
  • Outside food and beverages
  • Metal or glass reusable water bottles
  • Illegal drugs or drug paraphernalia
  • Laser pointers/pens
  • Monopods, tripods, selfie sticks or poles
  • Noisemakers such as air horns, sirens, kazoos, whistles, drums, etc.
  • Animals (Only service animals accompanied by individuals with disabilities will be permitted)
  • Emotional support animals will not be permitted entry
  • Luggage
  • Silly string
  • Wrapped gifts or packages
  • Non-collapsible umbrellas
  • Drones
  • Skateboards, Rollerblades, and Hoverboards
  • Un-approved pamphlets, handouts, ads, etc. unless otherwise specified by EagleBank Arena

 

Management and guests are welcome to bring small signs, posters, and flags for events. Large banners are not permitted.

The following guidelines apply:

  • Sign, banner, poster, or flag may not exceed 18”x18”
  • Item must be related to the event
  • Item may not be attached to a stick/pole
  • Item may not obstruct any sponsor/building signage
  • Item may not be attached, hung, taped, or draped over any part of the building
  • Item may not contain or display obscene/offensive language and/or pictures, as determined by EagleBank Arena Management
  • Item may not be constructed or displayed in a manner that may obstruct the view of other guests, interrupt the experience of other guests, or create a safety hazard
  • Signs must be constructed of paper, fabric, or poster board materials
  • Signs may NOT be constructed of or contain plastic, wood, metal, glass, or any material that can be used as a weapon
  • Item may not be commercial or political in nature