Post-Secondary Resources

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Seniors should look at the Post-Secondary Planning Guide (linked within the Google Classroom of 2027 and on the SchooLinks page) for a step-by-step guide. This was introduced at the May 2026 meeting for rising Seniors, so seniors could make a plan starting in the summer.

Senior Meetings

Counselors met with seniors in early September to cover topics such as college and career planning, financial aide, the common application, and graduation requirements.

Check out the presentation slide show from the Class of 2026 (will update soon for the Class of 2027).
Senior Meetings for the Class of 2027 will be held on Sept. 15 and 16 in the morning. All Senior students should plan to attend their session.
- - CTC students - Tuesday, Sept. 15, 1st bell. A CTC bus will be held.
  - Tuesday, Sept. 15th - 2nd period, Last names A - D
  - Tuesday, Sept. 15th - 3rd period, Last names E - K
  - Wednesday, Sept. 16th - 2nd period, Last names L - R
  - Wednesday, Sept. 16th - 3rd period, Last names S - Z

Post Secondary Visits

We encourage students to begin taking college, apprenticeship, and workplace visits as soon as possible. Students may take a maximum of 3 visits each school year.

Students who are in need of Post-Secondary visit form should visit their counselor.
The form is also linked on the Post-Secondary Planning guide posted in the Google Classroom of 2027.

Colleges and universities will also be visiting MHS. These visits are available to our senior students. Interested students should check their class's Google Classroom for a calendar of schools which are visiting.

Military

Military recruiters have scheduled times in the Commons during the lunches for students to gain more information about enlistment and opportunities. The ASVAB is offered each Fall and Spring at MHS. Interested students should look for a sign-up form posted in their Google Classroom of their graduation year.

College Applications

Students will begin applying to colleges during their senior year. The counselors meet with seniors during September to outline the college application process. All college applications are now submitted online. Any student who has a question about applying to college should visit their counselor.

Check out the SchooLinks Guides on the SchooLinks page.
Check out the Post-Secondary Guide posted within the Google Classroom of 2027.
Check out the MHS Common App Tip Sheet. Click here - This is updated for 2026-27.

Financial Aid

Each year the Counseling Department holds a meeting in the Fall to help parents navigate the sometimes confusing world of financial aid. A representative from Sinclair College speaks generally about financial aid opportunities and how to access them at all colleges and universities. During the Financial Aid meeting, the Free Application For Student Aid (FAFSA) will be discussed.

The FASFA is a form required by all colleges and universities in order to access financial aid. The first step is to create a FSA ID.
An informational presentation will be held on Oct. 9, 2025 at 6 pm in the Commons. Information from the meeting is posted in the Google Class of 2026 (will update soon).

Community Resources

MCESC College Access

The Montgomery County ESC provides guidance on all post-secondary planning items. This website includes: video tours of colleges, summer programs opportunities, College and Career Fairs, Resources for FAFSA. Click here

Sinclair Transition Advisor

A Sinclair employee, Sarah Humphreys, comes to MHS twice a month to assist potential and current Sinclair College Credit Plus students, Career Tech Prep students, all students who are interested in attending Sinclair as a post-secondary institution, and ANY student who would like further guidance about college pathways. A link to sign up to meet with her is located in the Google Classroom.

College Fairs

College Prep Night - 9.9.26

Regional Opportunities

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