A Legacy Realized: Celebrating the Piney Woods School Class of 2026

The Piney Woods School proudly celebrated the Class of 2026 as graduates crossed the commencement stage, marking the culmination of years of perseverance, growth, and achievement. Surrounded by family, alumni, faculty, staff, and friends, Commencement was more than a ceremony—it was a celebration of purpose, resilience, and the enduring legacy of Piney Woods.

Throughout their time on campus, the members of the Class of 2026 embraced opportunities to learn, lead, and serve. They distinguished themselves in the classroom, on the farm, through student leadership, athletics, the arts, and community service, demonstrating the values that have defined Piney Woods for generations.

This year's graduating class leaves an extraordinary legacy. Together, they earned nearly $6 million in scholarships, gained admission to colleges and universities across the country, and developed the confidence, character, and leadership needed to make a meaningful impact in their communities and beyond.

During the ceremony, graduates were challenged to carry forward the lessons learned at Piney Woods—to lead with integrity, serve with compassion, and pursue excellence with courage. As they begin the next chapter of their journeys, they do so as members of a lifelong Piney Woods family committed to making a difference in the world.

While Commencement marks the end of one chapter, it is also the beginning of countless new possibilities. We celebrate the accomplishments of the Class of 2026 and look forward to witnessing the lives they will touch, the communities they will strengthen, and the legacy they will continue to build.

Congratulations, Class of 2026. Wherever your path leads, you will always have a home at The Piney Woods School.