Information for All:
FREE Virtual Financial Aid & Scholarship Presentations for Students & Families!
If you are interested in learning more about finding help to pay for college, it is encouraged that you register for a Virtual Financial Aid Presentation provided by the MI Student Aid team. Participants will learn more about the FAFSA application, federal & state financial aid programs, and scholarship searching resources. The next presentation is December 11th and 18th at 6:30 p.m.
Michigan Achievement Scholarship: If interested in learning more about this scholarship, register here for an informational webinar provided by the MI Student Aid team. Topics covered include eligibility requirements, award dollar amounts, important action items for students and families, and additional resources and program information. The next presentation is scheduled for December 2nd at 6:30 p.m., and December 9th at 12:30 p.m.
Schedule Changes for Trimester 3 is February 27, 2026 at 3:00 p.m. (Students are encouraged to discuss schedule changes for the entire school year with their counselor at Orientation.) Please note: 3rd trimester schedules may be adjusted for balancing purposes.
College and Military Visits to Hopkins HS
College and Military Representatives will be coming to Hopkins throughout the year. All students are welcome to talk with them. Please sign up by adding your name to this document. Check this document 25/26 Rep Visits often as Colleges and Military reps add dates frequently.
AP Exams Fees Due: AP Government (class started Tri 2)
Advanced Placement Exam fees for students in AP Government will be due by Friday, January 30th. Cash or checks can be given to Mrs. Lanser in the main office; please make a check payable to “Hopkins Public Schools.” Exam fees are determined by the College Board ($90 per exam / $53 per exam for students eligible for reduced fee). AP Government students will be given their “fee slips” before December 17th.
AP Exams May 2026
For those students taking an AP class this year, note the dates below of the AP Exams. Please plan doctor appointments and other school absences around these dates, so that students will be in attendance for the exams. These dates are determined by the College Board and they cannot be altered.
Monday, May 4 8am - Biology
Tuesday, May 5 8am - Chemistry
12pm - United States Government & Politics
Monday, May 11 8am - Calculus AB & Calculus BC
Tuesday, May 12 8am - PreCalculus
Wednesday, May 13 8am - English Language and Composition
Information Specific to Grade
Seniors
Senior Packet -please read and refer to throughout the school year. The Senior Packet can be found here: Senior Packet
Local Scholarships - Periodically look at the Scholarships link on the Virtual HS Counseling Office. Scholarship deadlines vary. Some deadlines are approaching, while other scholarship applications are not due until early spring. Ask colleges about scholarships specific to their institutions and to the field of study you are planning to pursue. Once you are accepted to a college/university or trade school, there are scholarship opportunities for admitted students.
College & Trade School Applications & Deadlines: Colleges are still accepting applications! Several Michigan colleges and universities have waived application fees; however, some schools will charge an application fee now that October has ended. Make a list of application due dates so you can plan ahead and submit them on time. If a college/trade school requires recommendation letters, give time (at least a week or two) to the professionals from whom you request a recommendation letter. Also, give yourself ample time to write application essays.
Apply on college websites or through the Common App? If you are applying to numerous colleges/universities, consider creating an account on the Common App. There are 1000+ colleges and universities affiliated with this site, and it is a “one-stop shop” application. Complete it once, and apply to several institutions. Hint: Search the schools you are interested in first to make sure they are a part of the Common App. Check your college or trade school website to find out how each wants you to apply. Some colleges will have you apply on their website, while others want you to apply via Common App.
ACCEPTED! When a senior is informed of being accepted into a college, university, trade school, or military, please complete this ACCEPTED form so we can celebrate this accomplishment!
FAFSA - Students applying to 2-year and/or 4-year colleges and trade schools are encouraged to complete the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) to be eligible for scholarships, grants, and federal aid. Most post-secondary schools participate with federal student aid programs, however, you can check with each school to be certain. Schools sometimes use the FAFSA information to determine eligibility for their own in-house scholarships and grants. Students and Families can obtain FAFSA ID now (this is the 1st Step), and then complete the 26-27 FAFSA form which is now open. Students are eligible for more opportunities if the FAFSA is completed sooner rather than later in the year. See your school counselor with questions. You can also refer to: https://studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa
Juniors
Refer to the Junior Packet for information pertaining to 11th grade. Junior Packet
Tech Center for 2026-2027? Are you interested in applying to the Tech Center for next school year when you are a Senior? If so, complete the application form sent to your email on November 24th. Applications are due no later than 3:00pm on December 5th. (Please note: You must complete this form if you are hoping to attend the Tech Center for a second year as well.) See your school counselor with any questions.
Sophomores
The 10th grade packet is a great resource of information. Find it here: 10th grade Packet
Tech Center Program Tour! All sophomores visited the Allegan Tech Center on Thursday, November 20th. Students chose 3 programs to tour. If one is interested in applying to the Tech Center for next school year (you would attend as a Junior), visiting programs at the Tech Center is the first step. Students received an email with the application link (a Google Form) on November 24th to apply for the top two programs of their choice that they would like to enroll in for the 2026-2027 school year. Applications are due by 3:00pm on December 5th. See your school counselor with any questions.
Freshmen
Remember your school counselor is available to answer any questions and provide support. Use the Counseling Information Google Classroom to schedule an appointment with either Mr. Crook or Mrs. Hardy.
A great resource for information is the 9th Grade Packet, which can be found here: 9th grade Packet
