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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.
- 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 (like Harvard).
- 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.
