Countdown to Graduation Checklist – 12th Grade

FALL

• Apply to colleges (Reach, Match, Safety) and/or apprenticeship programs.
• Complete the FAFSA/WASFA soon after October 1st.
• Register for Oct/Nov SAT I, ACT, and/or subject test (if necessary).
• Stay abreast of all scholarship opportunities through the College/Career Center (Seattle Promise, Garfield Golden Grad, MLK, etc.).
• Visit college, trade, and/or technical schools.  Talk to admissions representatives who visit the Career Center.  Attend college and career programs sponsored by the Counseling Department.
• Seek letters of recommendation.  Give teachers sufficient notice.
• Order cap and gown for graduation ceremony.

WINTER

• Apply for scholarships (use the computer and other resources in the College/Career Center).
• Apply to summer opportunities and internships.

SPRING

• Get College & Career Admission Decisions!
• Review financial award letters in the Career Center and with a counselor.
• Notify counselor of your admission status as you hear from colleges.
• Solidify your post-graduation plans.
• Continue applying to scholarships.
• Secure housing with financial deposit.
• Attend job fairs.
• Identify adult mentor(s) to contact post-graduation.
• Participate in Senior Signing Day!

Congratulations! You’ve made it to Graduation!