Seniors: Graduation
Welcome Class of 2027!
Information for Seniors
As our families with 12th graders begin to think about what comes next, we want to support as much as possible. For our seniors applying to four-year-colleges, we know questions are arising surrounding Common App, recommendation letters, financial aid, and scholarships. We want to encourage all seniors, especially those who take classes through Running Start or Skills Center and are not always on campus, to check their school emails frequently for information from counselors. Every year, our team teaches lessons and hosts events to support students in this process. We will be sending out information about these opportunities, along with scholarships and information about application procedures, via email.
Announcements
- Financial Aid applications are OPEN!
- Oct. 15: Cleveland will host a College Fair (see below)
- Oct. 28: Senior Class Meeting 12:30-1:30 p.m.
- Come to the Cleveland auditorium during advisory to learn more about graduation and ordering caps & gowns.
Cleveland will host a College Fair on October 15
College Fair, this Thursday, October 15, from during an extended Advisory from 12:55 – 2:30 p.m.
Mark your calendars: we are hosting representatives from 56 colleges from 6 different countries and 12 different states. All of our students will have the opportunity to learn about these postsecondary opportunities and get inspired by the many options and opportunities available to them. Families, please remind your students about the fair and encourage them to identify a few schools or programs they’d like to learn more about before attending. If they are not sure what to say, students can use one of the provided question prompts to help break the ice – college representatives are excited to meet them and answer their questions!
View the College Fair Program & Question List in the Principal Letter.
Goodbye Naviance, Hello SchooLinks!
Our previous college and career exploration software, Naviance, has been phased out by the school district, and we are introducing a new program called SchooLinks. SchooLinks will be a central hub for students to explore career and education opportunities, work on their High School and Beyond plans, and track documents for their applications. Visit the High School & Beyond Plan SchooLinks page for more updates.
Resource Information
Cap & Gown Orders
- Graduation Apparel: National Achievers/Jostens is the source for all graduation apparel, including caps and gowns, tassels, diploma cover, announcements with school image on the keepsake announcement and more.
- Visit the National Achiever/Jostens to place orders.
- Seniors will be given a packet of info and details for ordering the Graduation Cap & Gown at the Senior Meeting on October 28, 2026.
Please direct questions to National Achiever at 425-357-1338.
Service Learning and PE Waiver Forms
To complete your service learning requirement for Seattle Public Schools, you’ll need to fill out the Service Learning and Reflection Form.
Service Learning Instructions
- Download the Service Learning Form: View or download the Service Learning Form PDF
- Complete Your Service Hours: Engage in volunteer activities that are relevant to your community, school, or career exploration. Ensure these activities are unpaid and supervised by an adult.
- Fill Out the Form: Provide details about your service activities, including the organization, dates, hours, and supervisor’s signature.
- Write a Reflection: Reflect on your service experience by answering questions about the need for the service, your choice of project, its impact, and how it connects to your High School and Beyond Plan1.
- Submit the Form: Turn in the completed form to your school counselor or Ms. Tagupa in room 2151.
PE Waiver Instructions and Information
To request a PE waiver for Seattle Public Schools, follow these steps:
- Download the PE Waiver Form: View or download PE Waiver Form
- Complete the Form: Fill out all required sections, including your personal information and the reason for the waiver. Acceptable reasons include:
- Physical Disability (requires verification from a doctor)
- Religious Belief (requires verification from a religious leader)
- Directed Athletics (requires verification from a coach or detailed information from a parent/guardian)
- Military Science (requires proof of enrollment)
- Employment (requires verification from an employer)
- Attach Required Documentation: Ensure you have all necessary verification documents attached to your form.
- Submit the Form: Turn in the completed form to your school counselor or Ms. Tagupa in room 2151.
For any questions, please stop by the Counseling Center.
New! Sept. 2026 SPS transitions to SchooLinks, a new HSBP platform
Beginning in September 2026, our district will transition from Naviance to SchooLinks, the state-selected HSBP platform for Washington schools. This shift ensures alignment with state requirements while providing improved tools for students to explore their interests, plan for life after high school, and track progress toward their goals. SchooLinks also expands access for families, creating new opportunities to engage in their student’s planning process. More information, including access details and training resources, will be shared ahead of the launch. Visit the district SchooLinks page for more updates.
Grad Ads, Pre-Order Yearbook
Senior News
Read All About It.
College Fair.
Join us at the STEM 360 Career Exploration Day.
Pre-Order Your Yearbooks, Grad Ads, Name Plates. Choose Your Photo for the Yearbook.
College Visits, Apprenticeship and Career Opportunities.
Ways We Communication with Seniors
We will communicate important information with seniors through student email.
Students please check your email by logging in to your school computer and selecting the “student email” icon OR by going to Outlook and logging on with Username: computer log on + @seattleschools.org (i.e: 1teshaw@seattleschools.org) and Password: Same as laptop log in. Follow the prompts.
Senior Contacts
- Alison Havran: Activity Coordinator: achavran@seattleschools.org
- Dan Truog: Yearbook; drtruog@seattleschools.org
As of October 9, 2026