Let's Celebrate Together!
2026 Latinx Grad Celebration
Tuesday, June 23 ~ 6-8 p.m.
Football Field at De Anza College
21250 Stevens Creek Blvd, Cupertino, CA 95014
¡Felicidades a Nuestros Graduados!
De Anza College gracias for choosing us as part of your educational pathway. We honor your time, creativity, determination, ambition, hard work and sacrifice in accomplishing your academic goals. Thank you for allowing us to be part of your journey! We look forward to celebrating with you!
Share Your Congratulations!
Everyone is invited to submit a digital Congrats Card for a favorite grad, or for the entire Class of 2026.
Schedule:
- 4:30 - 5:30 p.m.: Student check-in in Room S-44 (one door facing the S-Quad, one facing Parking Lot E) — grooming station with mirrors, pins, and steamers available; snacks provided
- 5 p.m.: Doors open and families may begin seating themselves on the Football Field (first come, first served)
- 5:45 p.m.: Student line-up begins
- 6 p.m.: Ceremony begins with student processional featuring Afro-Brazilian percussion and dancing by Sambada
- During ceremony: Each graduate shares a 20-30 second thank you message on stage
- 7:45 p.m.: Program concludes with a performance by Mariachi Guadalajara on the Football Field track
Please note: you must check in before 5:30 p.m. to be ready for line-up. Don't bring large bags to check-in — only bring what you can carry, since nothing can be left in the check-in room (give any extra items to family or friends before line-up).
Parking and Transportation:
- FREE parking in all campus lots - no permits required!
- Nearest to Check-In: Parking Lot E
- Nearest to Football Field: Parking Lot C (by the soccer field) or Parking Lot E — please avoid spaces marked "Staff"
- ADA Accessible: Parking Lot E - perfect for grandparents and family members needing easier access
- Drop-off Available: ADA accessible drop-off at Parking Lot E
- Volunteer Support: Look for volunteers in bright neon yellow vests for directions and assistance
What to Expect:
- Outdoor ceremony on the Football Field (may be windy; expect temperatures around 80° at arrival time)
- Cultural celebrations featuring Afro-Brazilian percussion and dancing by Sambada, plus a performance by Mariachi Guadalajara
- Light refreshments will be provided
- Restrooms located in the swimming pool area
- Guests do not need tickets, and there is no limit on how many guests a graduate may invite — seating is first-come, first-served
Safety and Support:
Foothill and De Anza Colleges adhere to a Sanctuary District. Please notify a volunteer or coordinator of any suspicious activity or harassment — safety protocols are in place to ensure everyone has a safe and enjoyable celebration.
If you have any questions, please email dala@deanza.edu
The Latinx Graduation and Recognition Ceremony was established in 1993 to recognize the accomplishments of Latinx students at De Anza College.
Believing that student success should be celebrated, a small group of Latinx staff members organized institutional and community support to launch this event, which has grown into an annual tradition for students, families and friends.
Donate to the ADELA Fund
We welcome all contributions to the ADELA Scholarship Fund. If you'd like to show your support by making a donation, please click the DONATE NOW button to visit the Foothill-De Anza Foundation's online donation website.
- Look under the Designate Your Gift heading and select Other, then and type in the code: ADELA
- The foundation's Tax Identification Number is 94-3258220
Please also consider supporting the ADELA Scholarship Fund through a payroll deduction.
You can also help spread the word by telling students about both the future ADELA scholarship and the Latinx Grad ceremony for this year!