Seniors
Class of 2026 Important Dates

  • Senior Links

    Class of 2025 Cap and Gown Information

    Class of 2025 Graduation Information

    College Application Process

     

    12 Grade

    Throughout the year...

    • Be aware of graduation requirements. Make sure you have all your credits to graduate from SHS. If you are unsure of this, message your counselor on Teams to set up a meeting.
    • Stay on top of your post-secondary planning! Be aware of application requirements and due dates for college and trade school admissions. If you plan on joining the military, connect with a recruiter to make sure you qualify for military enlistment. 
    • Manage your time. Senior year is busy and time management skills will help ensure it is a successful year.
    • Be aware of your emotions and mental health, and seek help or support when you need it!
    • Visit your counselor! Message your counselor on Teams to set up an appointment.

     

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    • Begin to apply to colleges and scholarships.
    • Attend the UCS Financial Aid Night.

     

    • January - Begin filling out your FAFSA (Financial Aid Application) for grants and loans.
    • Counselors will visit English 12 classes to provide a presentation on FAFSA. This is a good time to ask any questions you may have.
    • Seniors who failed a 1st semester class MUST meet with their counselor to register for Credit Recovery. 
    • Continue to apply for colleges and scholarships.

     

    • If you have not applied for Macomb Community College, attend the MCC Apply Day session in April.
    • Decide which college you will attend! Weigh the pros and cons carefully. This choice is unique to your personal and academic goals, as well as your family circumstances.
    • Attend the mandatory Senior meeting in April. Caps and gowns will be distributed at this meeting!
    • Continue applying for scholarships.
    • Take your AP exams (if applicable).
    • Turn in your enrollment deposit to your selected college before or by May 1st.
    • Pass all of your classes!
    • Make sure you have paid all fines and fees before the last day of school.
    • Attend graduation in June and celebrate all of your accomplishments!

     

    Recommended Standardized Tests for Seniors

    SAT or ACT

    • Colleges will take SAT or ACT scores. They do NOT require both and there is no preference for either.
    • You should have already taken the SAT during junior year. If you would like to re-test, you may register on your own at www.collegeboard.com
    • If you would like to take the ACT, register on your own at www.actstudent.org

     

    SAT II Subject Tests

    • NOT NEEDED by any college in Michigan
    • Only needed if you are applying to a HIGHLY SELECTIVE university.
    • Students must register for SAT II Subject tests on their own through CollegeBoard.
    • Colleges will specify if they require the SAT II Subject tests, so do your research!

     

    AP Tests

    • Students will register for the AP tests in Fall. Students are provided a code from their AP teacher to register for the exams through CollegeBoard. For more information about AP tests, visit the Advanced Placement page on the Counseling website.