RIO LINDA, CA – The cap, the gown, the walk across the stage—it is all happening in just a matter of days. Twin Rivers Unified School District has locked in the logistics for the Rio Linda High School Class of 2026 commencement ceremony.
For the families, friends, and neighbors looking to cheer on our local graduates, here is your quick-reference guide on the Who, What, When, Where, and How of the event—including special recognition for this year’s standout scholars.
📅 WHEN is it happening?
- Date: Tuesday, June 2, 2026
- Time: 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM
- Note for Attendees: Gates typically open early for seating. With 351 students graduating from RLHS this year, giving yourself a healthy buffer for travel and parking is highly recommended.
📍 WHERE is the ceremony?
- Location: Heart Health Park (located at Cal Expo)
- Address: 1600 Exposition Blvd, Sacramento, CA 95815
- The Venue: There was talk of hosting the graduation ceremony at the RLHS stadium this year, but the logistics of parking and SAFELY hosting that many people wasn’t possible. Moving the ceremony to Heart Health Park gives the Knights a massive, professional stadium backdrop with plenty of room for extended family to attend.
📜 Class of 2026 Special Roster & Standout Highlights
In tandem with the commencement ceremony, we are proud to highlight several of our exceptional Rio Linda High School graduates who have earned prestigious awards, scholarships, and advanced collegiate degrees alongside their high school diplomas:
- Dual Enrollment Associate Degree Graduates: This year, Rio Linda High School leads the entire district with 10 students earning associate degrees from American River College (ARC) before even stepping off the high school stage.
- Triple Associate Degree Achievement: In an especially remarkable accomplishment, Brodii Richardson of Rio Linda High School is graduating with three separate associate degrees from ARC.
- We Are TR Foundation Scholarship Recipients:
- Kailyn Evonne Robson – Recipient of the prestigious $5,000 Academics Award.
- Houa Xiong – Recipient of the $5,000 Career Technical Education (CTE) Award.
- Athena Josephine Howell – Recipient of the $3,250 Vanguard Rio Linda Award.
- Dillon Jeremiah Matthew Anderson – Recipient of the $3,250 Vanguard Rio Linda Award.
🎟️ HOW do you get in? (Ticketing & Entry)
- Tickets: Official ticketing distribution parameters will be funneled directly through the RLHS graduation packet distribution.
- Livestream Availability: For out-of-town family members or those unable to make it to Cal Expo in person, Twin Rivers USD will be providing an official live broadcast via YouTube. The link will be hosted on the main district website on the day of the event.
🚗 Parking & Stadium Logistics
- Cal Expo Parking: Keep in mind that Cal Expo charges its own independent parking fee per vehicle. Carpooling with family is the best way to save a bit at the gate.
- Stadium Rules: Standard Heart Health Park security measures apply. Expect bag checks at the main entrance, and check school communications regarding prohibited items like air horns, large signs, or oversized balloons that could block the view of other families in the stands.
🎓 Rio Linda High School Class of 2026 Official Graduate Roster
Congratulations to all the families in our community reaching this massive milestone! Let’s pack out Cal Expo, cheer loud for the entire graduate roster, and show the Class of 2026 what Rio Linda pride looks like!
The following is the complete list of graduates provided by Rio Linda High School:
- April Aguilar Arreguin
- Adriana Aguilar Scott
- Vanessa Aguirre De Leon
- Maliha Ahmad
- Alan Alcaraz
- Maritsa Alcaraz
- Jessica Allie
- Arihanna Alvarez
- Adolfo Alvarez Balderas
- Andres Alvarez Murga
- Edris Amini
- Dillon Anderson
- Alyssa Angel
- Angel Arciga Gonzalez
- Karen Arvizu
- Melinda Avalos Navarro
- Jacoby Bain
- Brooke Baldazo
- Isabella Balderas
- Jocelyn Balderas
- Leilani Balderas Zuniga
- Adriel Banos
- Angel Banuelos
- Saul Barajas Lopez
- Sylai Barnes
- Noah Barragan
- Yvonne Baumann Garcia
- Imara Bell
- Bryan Benitez Romero
- Tabatha Berber
- Jasleen Bhangu
- Angel Bolds
- Johan Cedric Borja
- Trey Braxton
- Jarrell Brewer
- Joseph Brito
- Jonas Brown
- Sparrow Brown
- Achilles Buchanan
- Kevin Bueno Flores
- Travis Burkett
- Scott Burnett
- Diego Cabrera Benitez
- Pedro Calderon
- Dallas Callahan
- David Campos
- Jannet Carbajal
- Aron Caro
- Maria Caro Vasquez
- Kaylany Castaneda Villasenor
- Tytus Cha
- Hayden Charles
- Leslie Chavez
- Jose Chavez Orozco
- Hargun Cheema
- Hernan Colato Carballo
- Abril Constantino Morales
- Valeria Contreras Santana
- Curtis Cook
- Diego Cordova Vazquez
- Featured Graduate Spotlight: Joseph Corey Congratulations to Joseph Corey on his high school graduation! Tuesday marks the end of one chapter and the beginning of another, and his family and community couldn’t be more proud of the incredible young man he has become. Many people know Joseph for his athletic accomplishments. He has been playing football since he was 5 years old and wrestling since the 7th grade. Throughout the years, he has proven to be a dedicated athlete, a leader, a fierce competitor, and someone who never backs down from a challenge. He has faced his share of injuries and setbacks along the way, but each time he fought his way back stronger than before. What many may not realize is that Joseph’s success extends far beyond the field and the wrestling mat. He has worked just as hard in the classroom, maintaining a 3.5 GPA while balancing sports, training, and school. Over the years, he has earned numerous academic awards, proving that he is just as committed to his education as he is to his athletics. As he prepares for the next stage of life, there are many possibilities ahead—including college, potential military service, and pursuing his passion for MMA. In fact, he will be stepping into the cage for his first televised MMA fight on June 20th. Needless to say, it is an incredibly emotional milestone for his mother and family! No matter what path he chooses or where life takes him, his family will always remain his biggest supporters, standing 1000% behind him and eager to see all that he accomplishes. Joseph has made his loved ones proud in more ways than he will ever know, and his determination, resilience, work ethic, and heart are sure to take him far. He will forever be their MVP.
- Esmeralda Coronado
- Ximena Correa Flores
- Alan Cortes Venegas
- Izabella Cortez
- Featured Graduate Spotlight: Mikayla Covert Congratulations on your graduation from Rio Linda High School, Mikayla Covert! Your perseverance and determination have paid off. After all the struggles you went through, we are so proud of you for pushing through all those tough times! American River College will be an amazing place for you to grow and learn as you pursue your dream of becoming a social worker.
- Aleija Cruz
- Mathias Culp
- Victoria Davalos
- Jaime Davila
- Bianca Davis
- Keiara Davis-Chappelle
- Anthony Dazo
- Jose Del Toro
- Alyssa Deleon
- Angad Dhillon
- Alondra Diaz Virgen
- Berny Dominguez
- Leonardo Dominguez
- Jennifer Dominguez Lopez
- Featured Graduate Spotlight: Samantha Donahue Celebrating an outstanding senior from Rio Linda High School, Class of 2026! Samantha has been a bright and energetic leader on campus, showcasing her dedication and school spirit all year long through both Varsity Sideline Cheer and Competition Cheer. Following graduation, Samantha plans on attending American River College (ARC) in the fall to continue her education and embark on her next big chapter. Congratulations on all your hard work and achievements, Samantha—wishing you the absolute best at ARC!
- Sherman Drawsand
- Timothy Duscov
- Kennedy Edmon
- Mookpagai Ekkaphanh
- Shawnathon Encizo Casillas
- Annabell Ernesto
- Valerie Esparza Chavez
- Kevin Estrada Espinoza
- Irving Estrada Tolentino
- Adan Fino
- Roberto Flores
- Alaya Fuentes
- Joseph Fuentes
- Alondra Galarza
- Alan Garcia
- Natalie Garcia
- Zyeer Garcia
- Ximena Garcia Martinez
- Isaiah Gardea
- Braily Garibay Valencia
- Angel Gasca
- Yareli Gaxiola
- Zahra Ghani
- Lyndsie Girardot
- Makensie Girardot
- Evelyn Glenn
- Orion Goforth
- Julio Gomez Ladines
- Ross Gonzales
- Angel Gonzalez
- Audrina Gonzalez
- Malea Gonzalez
- Mayte Gonzalez-Navarro
- Amelia Grant
- Eldon Greenfield
- Jaden Guilford
- Featured Graduate Spotlight: Monty Hale Celebrating an outstanding senior from Rio Linda High School, Class of 2026! Monty has shown immense dedication on the gridiron, proudly playing football all four years for the Knights. Throughout his high school career, he demonstrated great resilience while navigating multiple coaching transitions, playing through the program shifts from Coach Freeman, to Coach Q, and finally to Coach Garceau! Beyond the football field, Monty also hit the basketball court, sharing the unforgettable experience of playing varsity basketball alongside his brother, Richard Hale. Looking ahead to his next major chapter after graduation, Monty is exploring exciting paths with plans to either proudly join the military or attend trade school! Congratulations on your hard work and adaptability, Monty!
- Joseph Hancock
- Joshua Hancock
- Amir Hankins
- Jayden Harris
- Analycia Harrison
- Anthony Hayes
- Tydus Her
- Nevaeh Hermon
- Evelyn Hermosillo Ortuno
- Erik Hernandez
- Gabriella Hernandez
- Isabella Hernandez
- Yamili Hernandez
- Angel Hernandez Garibay
- Emanuel Hernandez-Guzman
- Francisco Herrera
- Samuel Herrera
- Athena Howell
- Jack Huggins
- Joseph Ibitokun
- Madeline Jackson
- Cynthia Jimenez
- William Jimenez Garibay
- Kevin Jimenez Rodriguez
- Liviah Johnson
- Jamielyn Juniega
- Joseph Kalanui
- Kiranpreet Kaur
- Bryleigh Komperda
- Kinjal Kumar
- Aubri Lara
- Leslie Ledesma Gutierrez
- Ashara Lee
- Calvin Lee
- Christopher Lee
- Cyrus Lee
- Joben Lee
- Cristo Lemus
- Alina Leon Luera
- Aron Leon-Roman
- Annabella Leytham
- Demitrius Lloyd
- Keela Logan
- Aaron Lohbeck
- Jessica Lopes
- Michael Lopes
- Ernesto Lopez
- Ernesto Lopez
- Lillyana Lopez
- Viviana Lopez
- Oliver Lopez Avalos
- Ben Lor
- Leonardo Lor
- Miriam Loreto
- Christopher Lua
- Kimberly Lucas Gonzalez
- Gizzelle Luera
- Kenneth Ly
- Eric Lyght
- Angaddeep Singh Maan
- Kurt Dustine Magcamit
- Carina Marquez Ledezma
- Savannah Martens
- Noemi Martin Gutierrez
- Carlos Martinez
- Prisila Martinez Perez
- Nicolaus McLeod
- Samantha Medina
- Analy Medina Cortes
- Fatima Medina Jimenez
- Maya Mejia
- Joshua Mejia Percastigui
- Camila Mendez
- Santiago Mendez
- Barack Menera Guillen
- Jaythan Meno
- Sophia Miguel Barron
- Dayanara Miranda Martinez
- Kyrri Mitchell
- LaRay Mitchell
- Noelle Mitchell
- Serenity Mitchum
- Otis Mobley
- Latiana Money
- Brandon Monroy
- Luis Montano
- Jayden Moreno
- Brooklyn Mountjoy
- Marelie Munoz
- Cristian Munoz Garcia
- Isabella Murray
- Kahlina Myers
- Andres Najera
- Samuel Narayan
- Giovanni Navarro
- John Navarro
- Elizabeth Nelson
- Akeem Newsom
- Brian Nugent
- Latrell Vincent Olarte
- Oluwaseyi Olotu
- Manuel Orozco Lopez
- Carlos Ortega
- Rhysand Ortiz
- Nathalie Palafox
- Kevin Parra Isasmendi
- Grayson Peracca
- Monserrat Perez Garcia
- DeAndre Perry
- Mariah Peterson
- Kyle Phillian
- Evelyn Plasencia
- Vanicia Quezada-Jackson
- Samuel Ramirez
- Brodii Richardson
- Valeria Rivas Rodriguez
- Kailyn Robson
- Erick Rocha Alvarez
- Irene Rodrigues Fuata
- Adrian Rodriguez
- Enrique Rodriguez
- Esmeralda Rodriguez
- Izamian Rodriguez
- Valentin Rodriguez
- Eduardo Rodriguez Martinez
- Sarahi Rojas
- Brisa Romero Bocanegra
- Tabriya Roots-Childress
- Juan Rosales Gomez
- Gabriel Rosas Toledo
- Gabriel Ruelas
- Regina Ruiz Ruelas
- Alejandra Saavedra Menjivar
- George Salazar
- Daniel Sanchez
- Valeria Sanchez Cruz
- Isaac Sanchez Morales
- Miguel Santana
- Isaiah Saucedo
- Mavi Scobee
- Austin Scott
- Madison Sengvanhpheng
- David Sheets
- Steven Shepard
- William Shields
- Paul Silva
- Ayush Singh
- Dhanvir Singh
- Simon Singthavilay
- Brandon Slater
- Analeigha Smith
- Ava Smith
- Athena Sole
- Gisella Solorzano
- Bayron Soriano Diaz
- Antonio Spinella
- Kaelana Srihavong
- Featured Graduate Spotlight: Keirah Stallings Celebrating an outstanding senior from Rio Linda High School, Class of 2026! Keirah has truly shone bright this academic year, earning multiple well-deserved accolades in both the all-school and senior awards ceremonies. Looking ahead to her next chapter, Keirah is heading to college to pursue her lifelong dream of becoming a radiologist! Congratulations on all your hard work, dedication, and phenomenal achievements, Keirah—the future is yours!
- Nathalia Stekich Da Rosa
- Artem Stepanov
- Ariana Stidham
- Charlton Gene Suliguin
- Jade Suliguin
- Anthony Sutton
- Marina Tablas
- Jaylin Tapia Johnson
- Brandon Taylor
- Kevin Tejeda Banda
- Karina Thao
- Natalie Thao
- Valerie Thao
- Mason Thiel
- Amiyah Thornton
- Joanna Tinoco Ornelas
- Sebastian Toledo Garcia
- Ivan Torres
- Karime Tot
- Raja Townsend
- Ava Tufts
- Leedell Turk
- Zyon Turner
- Jose Urias
- Xuki Vahchuama
- Adrian Valdez
- Alina Valdez
- Kaylani Vanderhoof
- Aiden Vang
- Chyanne Vang
- Elaina Vang
- Jayla Vang
- Keej Vang
- Lance Vang
- Lyle Vang
- Naomi Vang
- Sophie Vang
- Isaac Vargas
- Liliana Vargas
- Blake Varner
- Featured Graduate Spotlight: Adam Vaughn is a three letter athlete (baseball, water polo, basketball) 4 year varsity starter in baseball. Adam is leaves his high school baseball career as the league leader in strike outs and is now taking his energy to Yuba College to continue playing baseball at the college level.
- Daniella Villa
- Joshua Villa Flores
- Marcelo Villalta
- Andrew Villanueva Thomas
- Ricardo Villarruel
- Angelo James Viloria
- Julia Vue
- Sabastian Vue
- Starr Vue
- Zachary Vue
- Sama Wahedi
- Alyssa Walton
- Anthony Ward
- Olivia Weisgerber
- Isabel Welch
- Alaya Wells
- Brooke Williams
- Tyree Williamson
- Michael Wormley
- Tinavong Xatkoun
- Featured Graduate Spotlight: Benjamin Xiong Celebrating an outstanding senior from Rio Linda High School, Class of 2026! An exceptional student-athlete who excelled all season in football, baseball, wrestling, and basketball, Benjamin is widely recognized for his incredible athleticism, discipline, strong character, and respectful manners. He has truly represented what it means to be a well-rounded student leader for the Knights. Graduating with an impressive 3.8 GPA, his hard work and unwavering dedication both on and off the field have set him apart. After graduation, he plans to proudly serve his country by joining the military. The future is bright, and this is only the beginning of a remarkable journey. Congratulations on all your amazing accomplishments, Benjamin!
- Chloe Xiong
- Houa Xiong
- Jaden Xiong
- Kaitlyn Xiong
- Audrey Yang
- Brendan Yang
- Reggie Yang
- Tristan Yang
- Featured Graduate Spotlight: James Scott Young Congratulations to James Scott Young, graduating with a stellar 3.8 GPA! An active athlete who wrestled and ran track at RLHS, James has answered the call to service. He has officially joined the US Marine Corps and ships out to bootcamp this July. We are incredibly proud of his accomplishments and his commitment to our country!
- Mohammad Yousofi
- Jacqueline Zamora
- Cidelys Zarate Bravo
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