Malibu High to Celebrate Graduation on Athletic Field

Malibu High School seniors will graduate next week on the athletic field for the first time in the school's 50-year history.

The ceremony, which is set for 2 p.m. Monday, June 10, will feature  a Commencement Address from Malibu local and renowned film writer and director, Tom Shadyac, best known for his films, Ace Ventura: Pet Detective, The Nutty Professor, Liar Liar, Bruce Almighty, as well as his acclaimed documentary I Am (2011).

“It’s a thrill to be able to have a graduation that can accommodate our entire community,” MHS Principal Jerry Block said. “With the concurrent celebration of the 50th Anniversary of the opening of Malibu Park Junior High in 1963 and the 20th anniversary of  Malibu High’s first ninth grade class,  parents, faculty,  staff and students opted to try the new venue.” 

Malibu Councilwoman Laura Zahn Rosenthal has a son who is graduting.

"I am thrilled that we will be able to have graduation on the sports field, with a larger, more inclusive event so that alumni, community members and families with younger kids can enjoy this amazing school celebration,” Rosenthal said.