Former President Barack Obama and his wife First Lady Michell Obama announced Tuesday that they will deliver several virtual commencement speeches in the coming weeks for high schools and universities across the nation. The ceremonies will be held online due to the coronavirus pandemic.

On June 6 at 3 p.m. ET,  the Obamas will deliver separate addresses and a joint message to students as part of YouTube’s “Dear Class of 2020” celebration.

Barack shared the news on Instagram.

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I’ve always loved joining commencements––the culmination of years of hard work and sacrifice. Even if we can’t get together in person this year, Michelle and I are excited to celebrate the nationwide Class of 2020 and recognize this milestone with you and your loved ones.

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Michelle also shared the news on her Instagram page — along with some encouraging words.

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To the #Classof2020, I know how hard you all have worked to make it to graduation. You’ve put in long hours studying. You’ve thrown yourself into extracurricular activities and after-school jobs. And you’ve done everything you can to be there for your friends through it all. Some of you will be the first in your families to graduate from high school or college, making this occasion all the more special. And I know that none of you imagined you would be closing this chapter of your life through a computer or phone screen. But I still want to make sure you still get the celebration you deserve. That’s why, through my @reachhigher Initiative, I’m working with @youtube Originals to host a special virtual graduation for you on June 6th. Whether you’re graduating from high school, college, or any other kind of school––we want you, your family, and all of your loved ones to be a part of this celebration. And we want to do this right for all of you, so I’ll be inviting some very special guests—including @BarackObama—to help ring in this momentous day. RSVP here bit.ly/RHGraduation and then tune in on June 6th at yt.be/classof2020. #ReachHigher

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To RSVP for this special occasion, visit Reach Higher, then tune in on June 6 for this unforgettable moment.