Merritt Island High School’s Class of 2026 celebrated its graduation on May 22 at Mustang Stadium on the school campus. The event took place under clear skies, with students, families, and faculty gathering for the ceremony. Photos from the night are available through Florida Today. The ceremony followed the traditional schedule for the school, which has held graduations at the stadium for several years. Approximately 250 students are expected to have graduated, though exact numbers were not released ahead of the event. The evening included speeches from school officials and a performance by the student choir. Local businesses and community members attended, filling the stadium’s stands. The event concluded with the senior class walking across the field for the final time as students. Parents and guests took photos on the field afterward, some lingering until the early hours of the morning. The ceremony was the first major public event at the stadium since renovations to the facility were completed in 2024. School administrators said the upgrades improved seating and lighting for future events. The Class of 2026 will continue to be recognized in upcoming school publications and community calendars.