Graduation Cords and Colors

What do the various graduation cord colors (aka ropes) represent?

Wearing cords at graduation is optional, but it’s a wonderful way to recognize and celebrate your homeschooler’s unique achievements. Some cords include suggested criteria to help guide your selections. Parents are welcome to order any and all cords that reflect their student’s accomplishments.

White = Leadership (3.0 GPA or higher + completed 250 hours of community service in high school + held at least 2 leadership positions at co-op, church, or in the community)

Gold = Academic Honors (3.5 GPA or higher)

Purple = Missions/Serving (250+ hours of service in high school)

Red, White, & Blue = Eagle Scout

Red = Courage/Determination

Maroon = Music

Pink = Art/Creativity/Dance

Black = Civil Air Patrol

Blue & Yellow = Thespian

Brown = Fine Arts

Sage = Athletics

Red & White = Robotics

Orange = Foreign Language/ASL

Cords are ordered at the same time as the cap and gown through Jostens in the fall.

For students that apply for the National Homeschool Honors Society through the Education Alliance, you will have the option to order your student a Gold Sash to wear during graduation when submitting your application.

Gold Sash = National Homeschool Honor Society