1. CLASS OF 2018
SENIOR CHECKLIST

2. GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
Check your transcript to make sure you have completed the following:
4 credits of English
3 credits of Math
3 credits of Science
3 credits of Social Studies
1.5 credits of Physical Education
1 credit of Fine Arts
1 credit of Technology
0.5 credits of Health
11 elective credits
TOTAL of 28 credits to graduate

3. EARLY GRADUATION
You must have a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or better, and complete your 28 credit requirement by the end of Term 2 or 3
You must have Support Letters from: Parent, Student, Counselor  - Clearly stating your post- secondary career goals (see example on next slide)
Submit all of your letters to  your school counselor at least one term prior to desired graduation term
You must arrange to have a meeting with Mr. Hermann to discuss your request
Mr. Hermann will then present the letters to the school board for approval
When approved you will need to complete a withdrawal form in Student Services on your last day of class
You will need to stay in contact with Patti regarding graduation practice
Transfer students cannot graduate early, unless you reach 28 credits

4. EARLY GRADUATION CONTINUED
The letter should look similar to this:
Dear School Board:
I, Susie A. Smith am requesting early graduation at the end of term 2. I have met all of the graduation requirements for Union Grove High School and meet the required GPA. I plan on working at Culvers until I start school at Gateway Technical school in the fall.  At Gateway I plan on studying nursing.
Sincerely,
Susie A. Smith

5. YOUTH OPTIONS SPRING YOUTH OPTIONS
Application deadline – OCTOBER 1st for the Spring Term
Applications can be picked up in Guidance or printed off of our website
Meet with your counselor to go over the completed forms
Changes to your Term 3 and 4 schedule will be made AFTER you have registered for your Youth Options course and give your counselor a copy of your scheduled classes

6. YOU ONLY GET ONE CHANCE TO MAKE A FIRST IMPRESSION!
Have someone (parents, teacher, friend, counselor) proof read your applications
Check for misspelled words, incomplete sentences and accuracy
Use pen or the computer, neatness counts
Make sure you are answering the essay question
Remember you are asking for FREE money make sure you present yourself to the best of your ability!

7. WHAT TO DO AFTER HIGH SCHOOL
Find full time employment
Join the Armed Services
Attend a technical or 2 year college (transfer options)
Attend a college or university
Check out these great websites:
Login: UG-(Student ID #)
Password: Date of Birth - MMDDYYYY

8. FINDING A JOB Create a resume highlighting your skills Apply early
Ask people to be a reference
Network
After turning in an application follow up with a phone call
Write thank you letters for all interviews
Check out this website for good information: ault.aspx

9. ARMED SERVICES Army - www.goarmy.com Marines - www.marines.com
Navy -
Air Force -
ASVAB will be October 10 at 7:30 am
Please see Mrs. Kerznar in the library to sign up
Recruiters frequently visit Student Services
Listen to announcements or see announcement board by Student Services

10. TECHNICAL SCHOOL/2 YEAR COLLEGES
Admission Requirements
Application – online only
Transcript
Placement Test or ACT
Deadlines will vary from school to school
Check Transfer Agreements
Visit campus

11. COLLEGE/UNIVERSITY
Check out school websites for important information such as:
Visit days and tour schedule
Admission application deadline
Financial Aid & Scholarship application deadlines
Housing Application Deadlines
Apply early, carefully checking deadlines
Proofread your application

12. COLLEGE/UNIVERSITIES CONTINUED
Each school has a different set of forms, some may require counselor forms or recommendation forms
Know the admission requirements
Order your transcripts and have them sent: through
Use to have your ACT scores sent
Keep track of your login and passwords for the various applications

13. APPLICATION WEBSITES UW System - https://apply.wisconsin.edu
WI Private Colleges -
Common Application -
WI Technical School Application -

14. ACT TESTING ACT Prep Class available: www.wisconsintestprep.com
Free ACT Prep available through Career Cruising
Method Test Prep
At UGHS:
October 17
February 27
June 18
Additional dates are available at different locations!

15. FINANCIAL AID
Every student should apply for financial aid by filling out the Free Application For Federal Student Aid   
This form is available October 1st
Complete the College’s Financial Aid Application. In general, once you are admitted they will mail you an application or they will direct you to a link on their website.
*REMEMBER FINANCIAL AID NIGHT MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 25

16. SCHOLARSHIPS – FREE $$$
Start your scholarship search NOW!
Local Scholarships will be available Jan. 1st in Student Services and on our website
Listen to the daily announcements for scholarships and check the written announcements

17. IMPORTANT EVENTS
Business and College Expo at UGHS – Wednesday, September 13 from 4:30 to 7:30 pm
Multiple local businesses and over 25 private, public, 2 year and 4 year colleges will be present
WEF at Franklin High School – Thursday, October 19 from 6:30 to 8:30 pm
Visit with over 90 college representatives. Pre registration is recommended:
NACAC College Fair at the Fronteir Airlines Center – Sunday, October 15 from 3:00 to 6:00 pm
Visit with over 240 college representatives. Pre register at
Financial Aid Night at UGHS – Monday, September 25 from 7:00 to 8:00 pm
Learn the ins and outs of the FASFA application

18. SENIOR SURVEY