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Welcome to the ECHS Senior Support Website!
On this page you will find information and resources for seniors and senior parents, as they navigate through the very important last year of high school!
News You Need:
CLEP
An increasing number of high school students are getting a head start on earning college degrees by taking CLEP® exams. Did you know that in 90 to 120 minutes your teen could earn three or more credits and save an average of $2,700 on one three-hour college course?*
About CLEP:
- CLEP offers 34 exam subjects, including college composition, college algebra, and more.
- CLEP is accepted by approximately 2,900 U.S. colleges and universities.
- CLEP is available year-round at more than 2,000 CLEP test centers nationwide and via remote proctoring.
- CLEP requires no coursework. Free and affordable online study resources are available.
All students can benefit from CLEP exams, including those who:
- Have knowledge in a CLEP exam subject.
- Are proficient in Spanish, German, or French.
- Want to meet college math requirements like college algebra or precalculus.
College Applications
Seniors, make sure you check the deadlines for college applications at the universities you want to apply to! A common deadline for many college applications is November 1!
Students will be meeting with Mrs. Truman individually to touch base and answer any questions regarding the application process. It would be wise for students to spend some time exploring CommonApp prior to their time with Mrs. Truman so that they can input their schools of interest and have a clear picture of what will be required for their application to each university. It would also be wise for students to begin considering which teachers they would like to reach out to for letters of recommendation in order to be considerate of deadlines.
As you get acceptance letters and scholarship offers, please report those to Mrs. Truman, who is tracking this for our Class of 2024!
FAFSA
FAFSA is now open! Don’t forget, the deadline is April 15. Visit https://learnmoreindiana.org/paying-for-college/fafsa/ for assistance and more information. Secure your financial aid for college today!
College Essays
Mrs. Allen is available during 7th period for “Senior Support” to connect with seniors for essay support. Students can email Mrs. Allen ([email protected]) to set up an appointment. Students will also be called down several times throughout the year for needed points of connection.
Note: During the spring of 2023, all ECHS juniors wrote a “Common App Essay” of choice in English/Language Arts class. Students are encouraged to strengthen these essays for college admission use.
Google Classroom
A “Senior Support Google Classroom” has been set up this year to serve as a platform and communication hub for the ECHS Class of 2024. The latest senior updates on application deadlines, essay support, College GO Week, etc., will be posted here for all senior students to access.
Parchment
If you have not created a Parchment account please do so ASAP! Parchment is how you will view and send your transcript. There is a join code that has been sent to your ECS email. Please use that code to create your account.
Scholarships
Any scholarship opportunities that become available will be posted to the Senior Support Google Classroom, as well as here on this website for parents to see.
Right to Life Oratory and Art Contests are open. Below is the information for both contests.
Charlier Christian Leader’s Scholarship
Right to Life Scholarship Overview
Right to Life Art Contest Flyer
Community Scholarship Program-Vanderburgh
Community Scholarship Program-Warrick
Indiana Sheriffs’ Association Scholarship Program
College Rep Visits to ECHS
Xavier University – September 7
Lipscomb University – September 12
Wabash College– September 26
DePauw University – September 28
Hanover College – October 3
Indiana University – October 16
Oakland City University – October 17
University of Louisville – October 23
Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology – October 24
Graduation Information
Ordering is available through Jostens for your cap and gown as well as any other items you would like to purchase.
- The most basic items your senior needs are the cap, gown, and tassel.
- Jostens offers many packages with Class of 2024 items that includes the cap, gown, and tassel. Those packages are what will be featured first on their website.
- If you want the basic required items (cap, gown, and tassel), click this link: Jostens Basics, from that page, choose the “Cap & Gown Unit – Royal Blue” (click the attached link or find “Regalia” at the bottom of the website under Sakel Campus Services, Regalia).
- If you would like to order a la carte items and not “packages”, such as announcements, name cards, etc. (click the attached link or find “Announcements” at the bottom of the website under Sakel Campus Sevices).
ECHS Senior Support Team:
Where do I go for help with…
Graduation Pathways: Brooke West
Parchment/Scholarship Opportunities: Holly Sims
College Application Essays: Kim Allen
Common App /General Application Questions: Caitlin Truman
Important Advising Dates & Dates for Seniors:
General Fall Tasks: Visit colleges you’re interested in (Students have the opportunity for 5 college visit days) & work on college applications
September 14: Senior Lunch to discuss Graduation Pathways
September 25-29: College Go Week (Check out the list below for free college applications!)
October 19: PSAT Day for 9-11th grades
November 1: 11th Grade Visit to UE and USI (juniors only)
November 1: Early action deadline for many college applications.
November 29: FAFSA Night for seniors & their parents
January 9: Registration Night for incoming 9-12th graders
March 5: SAT Testing for juniors
April 8: Incoming Senior Workshop for juniors
May 7: Senior Chapel
May 10: Senior Recognition Night
May 20-23: Finals
May 25: Graduation for Class of 2024; Dress Rehearsal; Senior Brunch
Tools Seniors Need:
College Go Week List of Universities