Commencement Weekend will span two days. On Saturday evening, we will host parents and students for a reception in Hard Auditorium, followed by a baccalaureate service in the chapel, then a senior awards dinner  in the field house. Sunday is the big day. We'll kick things off with a senior class photo on the Sundial. This will be followed by the official Commencement exercise. We respectfully ask that all seniors and their families depart campus by 3:00 PM. 

No. There is no limit to the number of people who can attend Commencement, with one exception. Due to the limited seating capacity of Clark Chapel, we are only able to accommodate two family members per graduate during the baccalaureate service. Family and friends who are unable to attend baccalaureate in person will be able to watch the livestream at pomfret.org/live.

The 2023 Commencement Speaker is Frances Lumpkin Webster ’91. Frances is the CEO of Walrus, a New York City-based advertising and media agency she co-founded with her husband Deacon Webster ’91 in 2005.

Students must be packed and rooms inspected prior to Commencement. Parents may enter dorms after Commencement to help transport items to vehicles. Following Commencement, we respectfully ask that all seniors and their families depart campus.

This year's ceremony will take place on the Clark Chapel Lawn, which is located directly in front of the School Building, bookended by the Sundial to the north and the Chapel to the south. Parking will be across the street, right next door to Lasell Alumni House.

We are excited to offer a graduation luncheon in the Dining Hall following the ceremony on Sunday.

Definitely. Family and friends who are unable to attend Commencement Weekend will be able to watch Baccalaureate and Commencement at pomfret.org/live.

Guests: Graduating from Pomfret is a big deal. The day will be filled with plenty of pomp and circumstance, and we hope that your choice of dress will reflect the significance of the occasion.

Graduates: Students traditionally wear either

• blue blazers, white dress shirts, khaki pants, and the red Pomfret tie, or 
• a white dress 

Clothing that represents other cultures that is consistent with the formality of these occasions, and is worn in an appropriately respectful manner, is also allowed. Please Note: Ties are available for purchase at the School Store.

We love dogs, but not at Commencement. Please leave your furry friend at home.

The School will offer shuttle service to and from campus hubs before, during, and after Commencement. We're here to help.

In the event of inclement weather, we will move Commencement services to Strong Field House. If this happens, we will notify all guests at least 24 hours in advance.