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Class of 2026: Rapoport Academy Celebrates Its Largest Graduating Class

Posted Date: 05/20/26 (04:31 PM)


The Rapoport Academy community is bursting with pride as we prepare to celebrate the Class of 2026! This year marks a momentous milestone for our district, as we honor 62 seniors walking the stage—the largest graduating class in school history.
A green graphic celebrating the Class of 2026 from Rapoport Academy Public School. At the top, the word "Congratulations!" is written in white elegant script with gold stars and a gold glitter underline. Below are side-by-side portrait photos of two smiling female graduates in black off-the-shoulder formal wear against a gray backdrop. On the left is Lillian Carney, Valedictorian. On the right is Elexcia Escobedo, Salutatorian. The school logo and text "Class of 2026" are at the bottom.Leading this historic cohort are two exceptional students who have earned our highest academic distinctions:

  • Lillian Carney – Valedictorian
  • Elexcia Escobedo – Salutatorian
green graphic titled "Top 10% (continued)" celebrating the Rapoport Academy Public School Class of 2026. The graphic features a grid of four smiling graduates in formal wear against a gray backdrop. Top row: Joyce Berry (left) and Joshua Herrera Rocha (right). Bottom row: Skylar Hicks (left) and Andrew Ramirez (right). The Rapoport Academy logo and "Class of 2026" text are displayed at the bottom.We also want to give a BIG congratulations to the rest of our outstanding Top 10% graduates for their dedication and academic excellence throughout their high school careers: Joyce Berry, Joshua Herrera Rocha, Skylar Hicks, and Andrew Ramirez.

A graduation announcement graphic for Rapoport Academy Public School against a dark green background. At the top is a large white logo that reads "Class of 2026" inside a graduation cap. The center features a group photo of dozens of graduating seniors wearing green caps and gowns. Bold white text below reads: "2026 Rapoport Academy Graduation. Friday, May 22 at 6 p.m." Event logistics are listed at the bottom with icons: "Waco Convention Center" next to a location pin, and a YouTube live stream link "youtube.com/@rapsravens" next to a video camera icon.

🎓 Graduation Ceremony Details:

  • When: Friday, May 22, at 6 p.m. (doors open at 5:30 p.m. for seating)
  • Where: Waco Convention Center, Brazos Ballroom
  • Can't make it in person? The ceremony will be livestreamed so family and friends near and far can tune in. Watch live at youtube.com/@rapsravens.
Congratulations to the Class of 2026! We cannot wait to see where your wings take you next. Go Ravens!