Academic Awards and Graduation

Nothing is better than celebrating the hard work of our graduates! To learn more about how to reap the rewards of your career as a student, read about the exciting opportunities below.

Tribal Graduation

One of the best events of the year is Tribal Graduation, which takes place each June at the Mashantucket Pequot Museum and Research Center.

We invite students graduating from the MPTN Child Development Center; all elementary, middle and high schools; all college and university degree programs; and all certification courses to join us in-person for this beautiful event. Even if you cannot join us for the celebration, complete this form for any level of graduation so that we can recognize your hard work and accomplishments in our program and ensure you receive your book and educational technology gifts!

Academic Awards

Not only can completing a degree or academic program help you to succeed in your desired career, but you can earn monetary awards for your hard work as well!

Students graduating from high school, certificate programs and degree programs are eligible for cash awards. To receive your award, complete the following application by July 31 of any given school year.

Graduation Stoles and Cords

We want our graduates to stand out, not only at Tribal Graduation, but at their schools’ ceremonies as well!

New for the Class of 2025, graduates of elementary and middle school are eligible to receive graduation cords and graduates of high school and higher education programs are eligible to receive stoles. Pre-School and Certificate graduates are not eligible for this program. To receive your cords or stoles, complete the following application once it goes live each year.

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Get Ready to Graduate!

Tribal Graduation RSVP

Sign up to attend Tribal Graduation this year on Friday, June 27th from 10am-12pm at the Mashantucket Pequot Museum and Research Center

Academic Awards Registration

Sign up to receive your Academic Award as a congratulations for your academic achievements! Forms must be completed by July 31 each year.

Cords & Stoles Sign Up

Receive your FREE cords (elementary & middle school) or stole (high school & higher education) by completing the form below. Wear them to Tribal Graduation and your school’s ceremony to show off your Pequot pride!