Class of 2024 Newsletter
Gardendale High School
Welcome
Enjoy your senior year as you prepare for your future. This newsletter will contain important information. Please read it. Many of your questions will be answered below.
Important Dates
January
10- Air Force lunch visit
11- Cap & Gown Pictures in the competition gym 8:00am, students called in alpha order
- please read the flyer below
15- last day to complete dual enrollment Jefcoed Scholarship Application
February
date TBA - WorkKeys retest for those who didn't benchmark or take the test in the Fall
March
8- PROM at Region's Field
Free Application for Federal Student Aid
Commonly known as the FAFSA, this document, completed by parents and the student, gives access to federal aid. The amount given is based upon the income of the parents.
It is a graduation requirement in the State of Alabama that all seniors complete the FAFSA or a waiver. Many colleges require the FAFSA to be completed before they will award aid to students, regardless of your income level.
NEW INFORMATION
The FAFSA is scheduled to open by December 31st. Before you can complete the FAFSA, both the student and a parent must create FSA IDs. Click HERE for a tutorial on how to create your FSA ID. Students should use their personal email address, NOT their Jefcoed email address.
More information will follow as I receive it.
Transcripts
Unofficial transcripts are available on students' Powerschool accounts. Click on Student Reports. (not transcripts like you would think) Many colleges will accept an unofficial transcript when reviewing applications.
Official transcripts must be requested from Mrs. Welshans, the registrar. Email or request in person. awelshans@jefcoed.com Mrs. Welshans is located in the Guidance Office. The first two official transcripts are free. All others are $5.00.
Exceptions
Transcripts for scholarships and the final transcript sent after graduation are free.
Letters of Recommendation
Complete the form below if you need a letter of recommendation from Mrs. Kearney. Email your resume to Mrs. Kearney once you have completed the form. Please allow a minimum of two weeks for Mrs. Kearney to complete the letter.