Class of 2024

• Can I Apply to College After the Deadline? How late can you apply to college? Many schools accept applications throughout summer as the fall semester nears. Read more here.
  
  
• Senior Grades - Do they matter? Here is an interesting perspective on if your grades really matter after you've applied to colleges. Click here to read this Forbes article.
  
  
• FAFSA Update - In mid-November, the Department of Education released more information about the upcoming FAFSA. Click here to read about the dates and process that will be taking place for the 2024-2025 school year.  
  
  
• Scholarship Season is in FULL SWING for seniors! My motto is that you won't receive scholarship money if you don't apply!  Several upcoming scholarships are currently located on our website.  Make sure to check back often. So many scholarships have been added recently!
  
  
• Scholarship Search Engines: Remember, you should never have to pay for a scholarship search! A few good searches include Big Future, Fastweb, Scholarships.com, and Going Merry 
  
  
• VOLUNTEER HOURS! Don't forget that a requirement for all seniors is to complete and turn in a minimum of 20 service hours. These hours need to have been completed starting June 10, 2023 and must be served somewhere in the community (outside of your family).  Please make sure to turn in your hours to the front office. Forms available in Mrs. Reinmuth's office or on our website.
  

Class of 2025

• Coolidge Scholarship Program: The Coolidge Scholarship is an annually awarded, full-ride, presidential scholarship that covers a student’s tuition, room, board, and expenses for four years of undergraduate study. Students apply for the Coolidge Scholarship during their junior year of high school. For more information, visit the Coolidge Scholars website. Deadline for application is January 18, 2024.

  
  
• GREAT College Planning Resource:  I was gifted a book recently, and while I've just started it, I can already tell that it is going to be fantastic!  My favorit line from the Introduction, "This book is about what we do know: that family matters and that how you approach conversations and decisions in your family has long-term implications." followed closely by "Answering the why naturally leads them to where they should visit, apply, and ultimately go, in order to grow, learn, and thrive in and beyond their college years."  If you are are interested in a book that is  "...designed to be a companion guide for families making their way together through the college admission experience.  It is intended to be a progressive resource that you can follow and refer to throughout your college search and application journey." than this book is for you!  The Truth about College Admission: A Family Guide to Getting In and Staying Together
  
  
• PSAT/NMSQT Scores: All PSAT/NMSQT scores should be released to your student's College Board account.  Your student will receive a paper copy at school this week, but if you are wanting the digital version, be sure to create or verify your CollegeBoard account.
  
  
• VOLUNTEER HOURS! Don't forget that a requirement for all juniors is to complete and turn in a minimum of 15 service hours. These hours need to have been completed starting June 10, 2023 and must be served somewhere in the community (outside of your family).  Please make sure to turn in your hours to the front office. Forms available in Mrs. Reinmuth's office or on our website.
  

Class of 2026

Class of 2027

• Find a Career Role Model!  Here is a great article about finding a career role model and the difference it can make if your student is planning to pursue a job in a technical field. Internships, job shadows, and apprenticeships are great ways to find those career role model.
  
  
• College isn't for everyone!  Here at SCA we believe that God has a calling for each of our students and that doesn't always mean attending college!  This is a great article talking about some of the alternatives out there for those who don't feel led to pursue a college experience.  Deciding What to do With Your Life & Career in High School
  
  
• Thinking of taking a Gap Year?  The Gap Year Association has some great ideas of things to do to move you forward during your gap year.  While I don't recommend having to pay to join their association, they do have some good ideas and links to some great opportunities. Learn more here.
  
  
• Did you know you can explore future careers based on what kind of eduction  your want to pursue after high school, or by pay level, or a multitude of other options?  Check out the Occupational Outlook Handbook through the US Bureau of Labor Statistics for more information. 
  
  
• Did you know you can still get financial aid for a trade school? Click here to learn more.