Graduation
Your story is bigger than a transcript.At Mid-Pen, graduation is a celebration of belonging and individuality. Families, friends, and staffulty stand together to honor our seniors, while student speakers and musicians showcase their talents. Most meaningful of all, each graduate is personally presented by their Core teacher, who shares words that reflect their intellect, heart, and spirit before they receive their diploma. Every student leaves the stage knowing they are seen, known, and loved.
Class of 2026 Graduation
Mid-Pen celebrated the 34 members of the Class of 2026 at its 46th Commencement Ceremony on May 23, 2026.
A Message from the Head of School
Head of School Karen Eshoo shares a tribute and some advice for the Class of 2026.
The Class of 2026 Through the Years
Watch our seniors as they grow up in front of your eyes. (And break out the tissues!)
Alumni Speaker
Casey Schaefer '16
The path Casey Schaefer ’16 has taken after graduation reflects the spirit of curiosity, resilience, and self-discovery that defines so many Mid-Pen students. After graduating from Mid-Pen, Casey attended community college, where she discovered a passion for anthropology before transferring to William & Mary to complete her undergraduate studies. She is currently pursuing a Master’s degree in Library and Information Science at San José State University. Along the way, Casey has built a career shaped by a wide range of interests and experiences, embracing opportunities that reflect both creativity and intellectual curiosity. She has worked in operations and community-facing roles in the Bay Area, including for the Girl Scouts of Northern California and for Dudek, an environment planning and engineering consulting firm, where she served as an archaeologist and later a Site Lead managing an aquatic invasive species watercraft inspection program.
To the Class of 2027
With perspective gained from four years of high school, members of the Class of 2025 shared their hard-earned wisdom with members of the Class of 2026, as they prepared to take on the mantle of Mid-Pen's student leaders. Take heed; theirs is valuable advice for student and adult alike!
Post-Secondary Acceptances
Congratulations to the Class of 2026 on their acceptance to more than post-secondary programs around the country!
