What Do We Offer?

Custom Diplomas

Each graduate will receive a custom diploma and cover, personalized with their homeschool name and an optional Bible verse.

• Graduates with a Distinguished academic transcript will receive a gold seal on their diploma.

• Seniors who choose the Foundational or Distinguished diploma options may also elect to have their diploma signed by a Texas state representative.

Caps & Gowns

Each senior will receive a tote bag containing:

• A cap, gown, and customized tassel

Cap Decorating:

Seniors may decorate their caps to reflect their personality and interests, but must follow the guidelines:

• No profanity, explicit or violent imagery, or political messages.

• 3D designs are discouraged if they can interfere with the tassel flip.

Inappropriate cap designs, as determined by any committee member on graduation day, will require the purchase and use of a plain replacement cap.

Honor Cord Recognition

Seniors will receive honor cords based on their homeschool experience and diploma type. Additional honor regalia may be worn if it represents a legitimate state or national organization.

Cord Colors: Meaning:

Gold, Silver, Bronze Homeschooled all 12 years + Distinguished diploma

Gold with Burgundy Highlight Homeschooled all 12 years

Burgundy, Gold, and White Homeschooled 4 years of high school + Distinguished

Burgundy with Gold Highlight Homeschooled 4 years of high school

Burgundy and White Homeschooled 3 years of high school + Distinguished

Burgundy Only Homeschooled 3 years of high school

Approved Additional Regalia:

Colors: Organization:

Distinguished Scholar Medal 4 yrs each of English, Math, Science, in addition to one of the following: 4 Dual/AP Credits, 

    Career or Technical Certification, Entrepreneurship, or Foreign Language (4 credits)

Gold & Blue Cord/Stole Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society

Red, White & Blue Cord Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, AHG

Green & White Cord/Stole 4-H

Maroon Stole Texas A&M Vet Science Program

White Stole National Honor Society

If you have questions about other regalia, please ask the committee. Final approval rests with SBCHBC.

Senior Spotlights (Video Presentation)

This deeply personal segment of the ceremony includes:

• A custom slideshow featuring 15 parent-chosen and 5 student-chosen photos (JPEG format)

• A 60-second voice message from the parent(s)

• A 15-second message from the senior to their parents

How it works:

• Submit your photos on a flash drive

• Sign up for voice recording timess

• Flash drives will be returned after graduation, loaded with your submitted photos, the video presentation, and event photos

Start preparing early—writing your 60-second speech is often harder than it sounds!

Professional Color Programs

Each participating family will receive one professionally printed, full-color ceremony program featuring a custom design and a personal biography and photo of their graduate.

To be included in the program, each family is required to submit:

• A written biography of the graduate

• One high-quality photo of the graduate

Custom Reception with Senior Tables

Each graduate may decorate a card-size table to reflect their personality and accomplishments.

• Please bring your own card table (36”x36”)

• Keep decorations appropriate and within size limits to ensure fair space for all students

Texas State Resolutions

Each graduate will receive a free personalized resolution ordered by the committee and signed by a Texas state legislator. This document serves as a ceremonial recognition of the graduate’s achievement and celebrates the right to homeschool in Texas.

*Please note: This resolution is purely honorary and does not legitimize the diploma or carry any legal merit. It is a symbolic gesture of support from our elected officials, not a government-issued credential.

Photography & Digital Keepsake

About 1–2 weeks after the ceremony, each family will receive:

• Their original flash drive

• Event photos

• Their senior spotlight video

• A digital copy of their custom diploma

Dress Code for Ceremony Day

This is a religious ceremony held in a church or event center — dress respectfully and appropriately.

• Seniors: Wear formal, comfortable attire under your cap and gown.

• Parents & Guests: Think Sunday best or wedding guest attire.

• Men: Slacks or dress jeans with a collared shirt and dress shoes/boots.

• Women: Dresses, skirts, or dress pants. Comfortable shoes recommended.

Class Speaker Opportunity

Any senior may apply to deliver a short speech focused on:

• The homeschool journey

• Future goals

• Encouragement or advice for peers

Code of Conduct

All participating families are expected to represent the homeschool community with honor.

• Use respectful behavior at all events, meetings, and the ceremony.

• The committee reserves the right to remove a senior or family member if conduct is deemed inappropriate.

Personal Commitment Clause

This event is made special by your participation. To help us stay on track:

• Be on time for meetings and recording sessions

• Turn in flash drives and paperwork by posted deadlines

• Communicate respectfully with volunteers

Remember, the committee is made up of volunteer parents working hard to create something beautiful for your seniors.