See high school graduation photos from Class of 2025 across North Jersey
Congrats, grads!
It's an exciting time of year for every North Jersey high school senior: graduation season! NorthJersey.com is here to celebrate with you as we help document the occasion for schools across Bergen, Passaic counties and more. So don your caps, slip on your gowns and take one last lap around the high school building before your go. You've worked hard, have achieved much and it's time to show off before beginning your next chapter. Hats off to you!
We are taking photos throughout graduation season, so check back to see if your local high school is added later!
This article originally appeared on NorthJersey.com: NJ high school graduation photos: Bergen, Passaic and more
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