Connections@SHS
Senior Newsletter - February 2023
Our Acceptance Letters!
Logan Heaton
Montana State University
Amie White
Texas Wesleyan University
McMurray University
Roland Stockton
Isabelle Burnett
Brianna Graham
Louisiana State University
University of North Texas
University of Texas at San Antonio
Ashlynn Dickey
Important Senior Dates From Ms. Benton and Mrs. Brouhard, Your Senior Sponsors
Required FAFSA Completion or FAFSA "Opt Out" Form
In accordance with Texas Education Code (TEC), ยง28.0256, beginning with students enrolled in 12th grade during the 2021-2022 school year, each student must do one of the following in order to graduate:
- Complete and submit a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA);
- Complete and submit a Texas Application for State Financial Aid (TASFA); or
- Submit a signed opt-out form.
Be sure to either show completion of your FAFSA submission or turn in a FAFSA "Opt Out" agreement to Mrs. Kelley. If you need an "Opt Out" form, you may either click and download the link, or see Mrs. Griffin in the counseling office.
https://tea.texas.gov/sites/default/files/opt-out_revised_10.2021_final_english.pdf
https://tea.texas.gov/sites/default/files/opt-out_revised_10.2021_final_spanish.pdf
Fastest Growing Occupations With Highest Percentage of Employment - US Bureau Labor Statistics
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Will you be able to afford the lifestyle you want?
It's difficult to predict the future, but it's never too early to start planning for it. Texas Reality Check will show you how much your living expenses will cost, and the amount of money you will need to earn to pay for them, and occupations that will help you earn the desired income. Click on the link to learn more