Salem Coronavirus: School System Plans Virtual Graduation

SALEM, MA — Salem High School will hold a virtual graduation for the class of 2020, with plans to hold a more traditional commencement ceremony this fall.

According to the Salem News, which first reported this story, the school system will hold in-person events as part of its November homecoming celebration. The senior prom will be held Nov. 27, the day after Thanksgiving, while the traditional year book signing and drive-around will be held on Nov. 25.

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