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Graduation

Completing a course of study, and the ceremony celebrating it; in the US high school graduation is a major event.

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All four UK nations (details may differ), United States
Topic
School life

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Commencement United States
The ceremony at which US college or high school graduates receive their degrees or diplomas.
High school diploma United States
The credential awarded on completing US high school graduation requirements.

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