12 Grade-ACT

Senior year can feel like a lot, but you don't have to do everything at once. Focus on a few important steps throughout the year and use the Senior Checklist to keep yourself on track.

🍂 Fall — Get Started

Apply + Get Organized

✓ Meet with your counselor and confirm you're on track to graduate
✓ Finalize your college, training, apprenticeship, or career plans
✓ Complete applications and watch deadlines
✓ Ask for recommendation letters early
✓ Start searching and applying for scholarships
✓ Keep your grades and attendance strong

💰 Winter — Focus on the Money

Financial Aid + Scholarships

✓ Complete the FAFSA or TASFA when available
✓ Continue applying for scholarships
✓ Check your email and application portals regularly
✓ Follow up on any missing documents
✓ Compare costs—not just the name of the school

🌸 Spring — Make Your Decision

Choose + Prepare

✓ Review acceptance letters and financial aid offers
✓ Compare your options and understand what you will actually have to pay
✓ Complete any enrollment steps and deposits
✓ Apply for housing, orientation, or other required programs
✓ Finish high school strong—your grades and attendance still matter

☀️ Before You Go

Get Ready for What's Next

✓ Make sure financial aid and scholarship funds are in place
✓ Complete orientation and registration
✓ Know how you'll handle transportation, books, housing, and other expenses
✓ Learn who to contact when you need help
✓ Stay connected with your Seedling Scholar Success Specialist

📋 Keep Yourself on Track

Use the Seedling Senior Checklist throughout the year. Don't try to complete it all at once—work through it a little at a time and bring questions to your counselor or Seedling Scholar Success Specialist.

VIEW THE SENIOR CHECKLIST