Important Information

Please contact your assigned counselor with any questions, comments or concerns: 

• bekern@vandals203.org   Beth Kern - Last name A - K

• kmajor@vandals203.org   Kim Major - Last name L - Z

The Upcoming Dates page has month to month information as to what you need to do during your senior year. 

The Scholarships page has a list of scholarships. To get the most up-to-date scholarship info, original copies are located in Student Services by Due Date. We will make copies of any that you need.

New Graduation Requirements from ISBE:

• The FAFSA (Financial Aid Form) is an Illinois graduation requirement beginning with the Class of 2021. You can fill out the form in December (the official date has not been released). A waiver must be filled out if you cannot complete the FAFSA.

• The SAT is also an Illinois graduation requirement. 

Senior Information Sheet: This worksheet is designed to help you as you apply to colleges, for scholarships, and build resumes. This information is also extremely helpful to those individuals to which you have asked for letters of recommendation. I would be happy to make copies for you upon completion of the packet. You may not need to fill out every area of this form.

Recommendation Letter Request: Use the provided request letter (college or scholarship) when asking for letters of recommendation. Make sure to include a due date if needed. DO NOT ask someone to write a letter a day or two before it is due. You may not need to complete all of the areas on the cover letter. 

Tips for Writing a Good College Admissions Essay: Click here

SAT/ACT Info: If you would like to retake the SAT or take the ACT, please click on the links for upcoming dates.

Selective Service: Selective service is for all males 18 years & older. You can register with the link provided here. If you need help, please let you counselor know.

Transcripts: You will need to request that your transcript be sent to each college/university you apply to. Make sure to email your counselor with the request. At the end of the school year, she will need to know where to send your final transcript (what school you selected to attend). She can also give you a copy of your transcript at any time to help fill out scholarships and college applications. You will also need to send your KC transcript to that college so they have record of your dual credit classes.