Grade 12 – Class Timeline

FIRST QUARTER


Graduation Requirements: Make sure you have credit and course requirements in place. Remember that you must pass English (4 yrs.), Physical Education (2yrs), U.S. History 1 & 2, and have 100 credits (25 during your senior year). You must also pass the MCAS in ELA, Math and Science and fulfill your Educational Proficiency Plan (EPP), if required.

Schedule testing: ACT / SAT & SAT Subject Tests / TOEFL


Senior Interview Form: Fill out and return to Guidance

Senior Meeting: Make appointment with Guidance Counselor.

Review Procedures / Requirements:

Note important deadlines for: Admissions, Applications, and Scholarships.

Narrow College Choices: Talk with College reps; schedule campus visits.

*When scheduling a college visit during a school day, seniors must see their counselor for approval. Once approval has been given, submit a note from a parent to your Vice Principal, at least one day before visit date. A verification note from the college must be sent to the Attendance Office.


***EARLY DECISION APPLICANTS NEED TO COMPLETE PACKETS BY DUE DATE.


SECOND QUARTER
Finalize Applications: Completed application, transcripts, resume, application fee, and letters of recommendation. Visit college if interview required.

Financial Aid Applications:

Learn about applications, procedures, and deadlines.
Complete FAFSA / CSS Profile. (FAFSA cannot be submitted until Jan. 2012)
Apply to individual schools for aid.

Scholarships: Need based / Merit based. Continue looking for local and national.

Grades: Second quarter grades sent as requested.


***At this time, every senior should have a good idea of their future plans. If not, schedule another appointment with your Guidance Counselor for further assistance.

THIRD QUARTER
Await Responses / Acceptances:

Inform Counselor of Acceptances / Rejection by bringing in the letter from the college and giving a copy to Guidance.

Make college choice.

Consider housing options.
Review financial aid awards.
Discuss financing options with school.

SCHOLARSHIPS: Note deadlines and requirements.

FOURTH QUARTER
Take AP Exams

Notify Colleges of Decision by May 1: Send deposit. Arrange for final transcript to be sent.

Scholarships: Send thank you notes for any award given.

Financing: Decide on your financial options. Apply for loans.

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