FINANCIAL AID & FAFSA HELP NIGHT: Thursday, Jan. 9
EARLY DISMISSAL for today, Thursday 12/5, at 2PM, and all afterschool activities are cancelled.
Attention seniors who are applying to college.: The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is open.
https://studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa
Here are some helpful tips when preparing to file the FAFSA application:
1. Set up a studentaid.gov account: Both the student and a parent (if the student is a dependent) will need to set up a username and password, commonly called the FSAID, to access and sign the FAFSA electronically.
2. Gather Personal Information: Students (and parents, if the student is a dependent, and student spouses—if applicable) will need to provide a Social Security Number (SSN). If a student spouse, parent, or stepparent does not have an SSN, they can still register for an FSAID. Here is a helpful guide. If the student has a driver’s license, they will need to provide that number. Non-citizens should have their Alien Registration Number handy.
3. Federal Tax Information: Students and parents (if dependent) should gather tax information for the prior-prior tax year (for example, for the 2025-26 FAFSA, the student should use 2023 tax returns).
4. Records of Child Support Received: Have information handy on child support received, which is considered untaxed income.
5. Bank Statements and Investment Records: This includes records of the student’s (and the parents', if applicable) bank accounts, stocks, bonds, real estate (not including the family home), and other investments.
6. List of Schools: FAFSA applicants should have a list of schools the student is applying to or attending, as they will need to list these on the FAFSA application.
Girls Varsity Soccer seniors recently chose a staff member who had the biggest impact in their high school career!
First quarter parent-guardian letter that is being sent home with report cards. https://5il.co/318na
HONOR ROLL LUNCHEON: We will salute our top academians on Friday!
The varsity football team will continue its quest for another Highmark Stadium appearance Friday vs. South Park. Ticket, streaming info to follow.
BE THERE, ALOHA: The theme for Friday's home football playoff game is Hawaiian Night.
From Mrs. Wrotniak today we have this update on yearbook ordering.
SOPHOMORE FUND-RAISER: Get ready to support the Class of 2027!
GET TIX FOR GIRLS SOCCER PLAYOFFS: https://gofan.co/event/1731881
FOOTBALL TICKETS: Section VI is selling cashless tickets ($7) through GoFan for Friday's football playoff game at Pioneer. https://gofan.co/event/2116408
STAFF DEVELOPMENT: Friday, Nov. 1.
The next guest in our Career Speaker series will visit Nov. 14 during 5th and 6th periods. The speaker is from NYS Civil Service and will discuss job opportunities in the state civil service. Sign up with Mrs. Slocum in the main office.
APPLY FOR FREE: SUNY is waiving application fees for a limited time.
GIRLS SWIM POSTSEASON: Prelims Class B Wed, 10/30. Start time: 6PM at N. Tonawanda . Tickets $7 - Children 5 & under are free. TICKET FLYER: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1due05PZ5Gi8mwuF8zp60fEfaQomxXJo6/view?usp=drive_link
PURCHASE TIX: https://gofan.co/event/1732071
One final reminder about Financial Aid night on Wed. 10/23 at 6PM.
Special Event Requirements. Students must meet these standards for attending events. https://5il.co/2xx7f
MESSAGE FROM JOSTENS: Attention Class of 2025 Seniors/Parents,
Welcome to what will be an exciting year for all of you. This message contains everything you need to order your cap, gown & tassel, graduation products as well as class jewelry.
Please visit www.jostens.com to order. The cap, gown & tassel will be delivered to school and passed out in the spring. All other items will be shipped directly to your home.
The ring sizer guide can be viewed with the attached QR code, as can our payment plan.
Quick order instructions:
1. www.jostens.com
2. Click shop your school & enter your school name
3. Click graduation
4. Popular packages that include cap, gown & tassel will show up first. Items other than cap, gown & tassel will be shipped to your home in approximately 2-3 weeks.
5. Scroll down to shop all graduation products
6. Cap, gown & tassel packages and individual items are listed
The Guidance Office is reminding students and parents about two upcoming virtual college fairs.
