Grade 12
Launch Your Future
It’s time to finish strong, graduate, and launch into your Future! 12th grade is all about executing your plan!
SchooLinks Tasks
SchooLinks is an online tool to help students explore their future self-- using personality, skills, and interests to determine the best career & pathway fit.
- Fall Senior Survey
- Complete Resume/Profile
- Update Career Goal
- Update Post-Secondary Goal
- Senior Graduation Survey
- 12th Grade Financial Aid Lesson
- Submit 12th Grade High School & Beyond Plan
Future Ready Event
Senior Blitz
Your senior year is the perfect moment to set your plans in motion. During the fall semester, you’ll have the chance to collaborate with your counselor and school staff to create a detailed, step-by-step plan for applying, enrolling, and pursuing the pathway of your dreams!
Stay Connected
Attend Family Events
Attend family events like student-led conferences, open house, Future Ready Fest, and CollegeCon to explore future-ready options and connect with your school community. Future Ready Fest is a strong starting point for seniors to get help with financial aid, applications, and meeting college reps.
Check Out Monthly Student Senior Newsletter
Check out the Monthly Senior Scoop for senior-only opportunities and updates for your final year. Available the first week of each month on ParentSquare and email.
Family Checklist
Set the Tone for the year at Future Ready Fest!
Future Ready Fest is a one-stop event to start senior year strong. Get help with financial aid, applications and your senior timeline. There are activities and learning for the whole family.
Stay in the know with Senior Scoop
Check the Senior Scoop newsletter the first week of every month on email and ParentSquare to stay in the loop on events, programs and resources. Tune in so you don’t miss what’s coming up.
Take Action & Apply
Submit your financial aid and college or program applications early. Make a list of deadlines and turn everything in on time. Getting it done ahead of schedule can improve your chances of receiving aid and being admitted.
Seek Assistance
Navigating your senior year can be overwhelming. Use the help around you. Reach out to your counselor, Future Center staff, teachers or another trusted adult when you need it. They’re here to help.
Family Discussion Ideas
- Reflect on your senior year plans following the Fall Senior Blitz meeting.
- Are you on track to graduate? What confirms this?
- What support or resources will you need after high school?
- What help do you need to complete the FAFSA or WASFA?
- What assistance is needed at home to ensure your successful completion of high school and graduation?
The High School and Beyond Plan is a graduation requirement in Washington designed to help students prepare for their futures by connecting their school experience to life after graduation goals.