Student charged in Frisco track meet stabbing to receive diploma, advocacy group says
The North Texas teenager accused of killing another student at a track meet in Frisco is set to graduate from high school, but he won’t attend the ceremony, according to an advocacy group representing his family.
“We are proud to share that Karmelo Anthony will graduate and receive his high school diploma, and that his academic achievements will not be disrupted,” said Next Generation Action Network President Dominique Alexander.
Anthony’s family reached an agreement with the Frisco school district to allow him to graduate without attending school for the final month-and-a-half of the academic year at Centennial High School, according to WFAA-TV.
The agreement comes a month after Anthony was charged with murder in the April 2 fatal stabbing of 17-year-old Frisco Memorial High School student Austin Metcalf.
Anthony “will not participate in any senior graduation activities,” according to a press release from the Next Generation Advocacy Network.
Anthony was released from jail April 14 after a judge reduced his bond from $1 million to $250,000, the Star-Telegram previously reported. Conditions of Anthony’s bond include being on house arrest and wearing an ankle monitor.
Anthony’s graduation does not reflect Frisco ISD’s view on the ongoing legal case, but is “an example of the district adhering to its academic policies regarding student credit completion and graduation requirements,” officials with the Next Generation Action Network said.
Frisco ISD told WFAA-TV that Anthony will not walk the stage or attend the graduation ceremony.
After misinformation spread on social media that Anthony would attend graduation, Superintendent Mike Waldrip wrote the following email to Centennial High families and staff:
“Frisco ISD has learned that misinformation is being shared regarding Centennial High School’s graduation via several media outlets and perpetuated through social media. It is disheartening that the incredible accomplishments and achievements of our Centennial seniors may be dampened by needless fear-mongering, attention-seeking, and media vitriol. Our students, staff, and community deserve better.
“I want to be clear. No student who commits a serious criminal offense (Title V felony) is permitted to participate in the graduation ceremony. Additionally, anyone who trespasses on Frisco ISD property or at a District event will be subject to immediate removal and possible arrest by law enforcement.
“Frisco ISD does not condone violence or crime in our schools or at our events and will not reward or celebrate those who hurt others. We work to ensure every student is safe to learn and feels part of our culture of respect, honor, and integrity.
“Let’s come together as a community to honor and support our students and staff. This moment is about their success, and they deserve our full attention and encouragement. Congratulations to the Centennial Class of 2025!”
This story was originally published May 13, 2025 at 7:13 PM.
