Danvers Coronavirus: School System Plans August Graduation

DANVERS, MA — Danvers High School tentatively scheduled its commencement ceremony for Aug. 1, with a backup date of Aug. 8.

According to the Salem News, which first reported this story, School Committee member David Thomson said parents and students voiced opposition to a virtual ceremony. The school committee is scheduled to meet May 11 and will likely discuss graduation.

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