Palm Beach Central High School Celebrates Class of 2026 Graduation

Valedictorian and salutatorian to be honored at South Florida Fairgrounds ceremony

Apr. 17, 2026 at 8:04am

A highly stylized, abstract grid of brightly colored graduation caps in neon shades of pink, yellow, and blue, conceptually representing the energy and excitement of a high school commencement ceremony.The vibrant graduation ceremony at Palm Beach Central High School will celebrate the achievements of the Class of 2026 as they embark on the next chapter of their lives.Palm Beach Today

Seniors from Palm Beach Central High School will be closing one chapter of their lives and embarking on a new journey when they walk across the stage at the South Florida Fairgrounds during their graduation ceremony on Friday, May 15 at 8 a.m. Valedictorian Jacqueline Birbrayer and salutatorian Ethan Gonzalez will be among the students honored at the event.

Why it matters

Graduation ceremonies are an important milestone for high school students, marking the transition from secondary education to the next phase of their lives, whether that be college, career, or military service. Palm Beach Central High School's commencement celebrates the hard work and achievements of its Class of 2026.

The details

The graduation ceremony will take place at the South Florida Fairgrounds on Friday, May 15 at 8 a.m. Valedictorian Jacqueline Birbrayer and salutatorian Ethan Gonzalez will be recognized for their academic accomplishments during the event.

  • The graduation ceremony will take place on Friday, May 15, 2026 at 8 a.m.

The players

Jacqueline Birbrayer

The valedictorian of the Palm Beach Central High School Class of 2026.

Ethan Gonzalez

The salutatorian of the Palm Beach Central High School Class of 2026.

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The takeaway

The graduation of the Palm Beach Central High School Class of 2026 marks an important milestone for these students as they transition to the next chapter of their lives, whether that be college, career, or military service. The ceremony will celebrate their hard work and achievements.