KRHS Senior Newsletter

Important Information for the Class of 2027

Senior year is here, Dragons! This newsletter will be published quarterly and will provide important information and updates specifically for the Class of 2027. Each issue will include helpful resources, reminders, and upcoming opportunities, including:

Senior Activities & Events
Senior of the Month Information
Post-Secondary Tips & Resources
Scholarship Information
Senior Trip Updates
Graduation Information
Important Dates & Deadlines
And much more!

Be sure to check each issue so you don’t miss important information, opportunities, or moments along the way. It’s going to be a great year for the Class of 2027!

Have you submitted your Class of 2027 Information Form?

Class of 2027 Information Form🚩

Have you submitted the Class of 2027 Information Form yet? If not, please do so as soon as possible! Students who do not submit the form, will be called to the South Main Office to capture the necessary information.

Class of 2027 Information Form

Senior of the Month

Each month, Kingsway recognizes outstanding seniors who exemplify what it means to be a true Dragon. Senior of the Month recipients demonstrate academic success, good student standing, meaningful involvement in our school community, and positive character and leadership.

Know a senior who deserves to be recognized? Nominate them using the link below! We look forward to celebrating the many ways our seniors make a positive impact at Kingsway!

2026-2027 Senior of the Month Nomination Form

Post-Secondary Tips & Tricks

From the School Counseling Office

As you launch into your senior year, the High School Counseling Department is here to support you every step of the way. Senior Meetings will be starting shortly!

During your individual meeting, your counselor will sit down with you to review your post-high school plans (whether college, career, trade school, or military), and answer any questions you have about applications, transcripts, or deadlines. Keep an eye out for an invite soon!

Mark Your Calendars: Upcoming Senior Evening Events

College Application Night: Thursday, October 1, 2026 at 6:30 PM

Learn everything you need to know about application types, requesting transcripts, and sending counselor/teacher recommendations in Scoir.

FAFSA Info Session: Thursday, October 8, 2026 at 6:30 PM
- Get expert guidance on navigating financial aid, completing the FAFSA, and securing grants and scholarships.

We look forward to meeting with each of you and making this a smooth, successful senior year!

Scholarship Opportunities

Be sure to join the Kingsway Scholarship Listing Schoology Group for a centralized list of available scholarship opportunities. Students are encouraged to check the list regularly for new opportunities and application deadlines. In order for students to be considered for College/University-specific scholarships requiring a separate application and/or nominations, students must contact Mr. Cappolina (cappolinaj@krsd.us) 2 weeks prior to the application deadline. For more information, visit the School Counseling Office Scholarship website.

Senior Flex Opportunity

Senior Flex will begin on Monday, October 5, 2026. Eligible seniors may arrive at school late or leave early on specific days when a study hall in their schedule occurs during 1st bell (Late Arrival) or 8th bell (Early Dismissal). On these days, Late Arrival students must sign in on the Flex kiosk in the North Main Lobby prior to 2nd bell class, and Early Dismissal students must sign out on the Flex kiosk in the North Main Lobby prior to 8th bell class and immediately leave the building and the campus. For more information about Senior Flex please see the Student Handbook or reach out to your school counselor.

Students who are eligible for this opportunity will receive an email message and permission form later this week.

Yearbook Information

Senior Portrait Makeup Sessions

Senior Portrait Makeup sessions are scheduled for Tuesday, September 29, Wednesday, September 30 and Thursday, October 01 in the Eitel Theater.

Information about how to schedule your student's senior portrait session can be found here on the Kingsway website.

Any senior who does not reserve a time slot by Friday, September 18th will be assigned a time on one of these days for their senior portrait session.

Senior Recognition Ad Sale

Yearbook Recognition advertisements are the perfect way to celebrate your student's senior year. To create and purchase your Senior Ad, go to the Jostens Ad portal. All orders must be placed by November 20th.

Yearbook Sales

High School Yearbooks are on sale now for $95.00 on the Jostens website .

The price will increase to $100.00 on December 12th, so buy your yearbook NOW to get the best price of the year! Contact Ms. Fitzpatrick (fitzpatrickc@krsd.us) in the South Media Center with questions.

Senior Trip 2027

By now, students planning to attend Senior Trip should have registered and be up to date with the required $600 in payments. Please see the information below for additional Senior Trip details.

SENIOR TRIP INFORMATION

SENIOR CLASS TRIP INFORMATION AND REGISTRATION VIDEO

SENIOR CLASS TRIP REGISTRATION LINK

SENIOR CLASS TRIP ITINERARY

Real ID or valid U.S. Passport Check #1

To confirm your eligibility for the trip, please present your Real ID or valid U.S. Passport to Mr. Fiocco or Mr. Schaffer on or before Friday, October 16, 2026.

IMPORTANT: If you do not currently possess either form of identification, it is imperative that you apply for one immediately. Seniors who have not provided proof of a Real ID or valid U.S. Passport by the third ID check on Wednesday, December 16, 2026, will unfortunately be removed from the trip.

Homecoming T-Shirt and Apparel Distribution

Seniors will be able to pick up their Homecoming Apparel Orders beginning Tuesday, October 6th through Friday, October 9th. Distribution will occur during SMART in Room 140.

Keep your eyes out for more information on the Fall Homecoming Spirit Week themes! It's our year to shine, so let's get the maximum participation!!!

Senior Sunrise 🌅

The Class of 2027 welcomed the sun and officially kicked off Senior Year on Monday, September 14, 2026! Senior Sunrise was the perfect way to celebrate the beginning of this exciting and unforgettable year together.

Painted Parking Spots 🎨

Our first event of senior year was a memorable one—personalizing our senior parking spots! It was wonderful to see so many family members and friends who came out to support our seniors and help bring their creative visions to life. From fun designs to meaningful and inspirational masterpieces, each parking spot is a unique reflection of the Class of 2027!