Senior Year Info Class of 2027
Created by SEHS Counselors
Checking your Graduation Requirements
Review your schedule for the year to make sure you're not missing a graduation requirement. You can do this by checking your Graduation Status Tab in StudentVue. If you see any gray bars indicated, you'll need to request an additional class.
If you discover you are missing a graduation requirement please pay close attention to our SEHS Scheduling Department Website for the timeline and process to adjust your schedule. You can also contact your counselor for help.
Schedule a Senior Interview Fall Semester
The purpose of the Senior Interview is to provide information that supports your goals for a successful and enjoyable senior year, and help launch you into life after high school.
- The counselor would review how you read your Work in Progress transcript and make sure you don't have credits in the Need column. You will hear about this year's requirements for graduation.
We would review the process for requesting college materials from us.
- You will hear about resources and activities that can support your plans for after high school.
Learn how you can locate scholarships and the FAFSA/ORSAA
Be introduced or reintroduced to organizations that are providing career exploration activities.
- Answer any individual questions you may have.
Please schedule a Senior Interview, starting in October, with this scheduling system which can also be found on our SEHS Counselor Website.
Purple Packet for 4 Year College Applications
If you're planning to apply to college this year you'll likely need academic materials from SEHS. The Purple Packet is our way of gathering and tracking what you need from us. The form will walk you through how to get a counselor recommendations, a teacher recommendations and transcripts. Please do your best to complete this at least two weeks before your first college application deadline. You can pick up a Purple Packet from Jessica before, during or after your Senior Interview.
Xello-College Application Program
How to Log In to Xello
Xello is embedded into your Canvas classes.
Step 1: Start by logging into Canvas
Step 2: Look for Xello in the right hand menu within your canvas courses.
Step 3: It will then direct you to open a new tab
Step 4: Click on the “Log in with Active Directory” button
College Applications
College Applications: Use Xello to research schools, manage deadlines, and organize your applications. Seniors who are filling out the Common App will link their Xello and Common App accounts to request forms from their counselor and recommendations from their teachers.
-Student Guide for Linking Common App and Xello
Letters of Recommendations
-How to request a letter of recommendation
Requesting and Sending Transcripts
Requesting and sending transcripts: Request that your high school transcript be sent to colleges and universities.
-How to request a transcript on Xello
If you are in need of an unofficial transcript please e-mail your counselor or come by during one of our counseling drop in times.
At the end of the school year you'll want to complete the form again to send your final transcript to the college you're planning to attend.
Common Application (Common App)
The Common Application (Common App) is a non-profit representing nearly 900 diverse institutions of higher education. They connect applicants to a wide array of public and private colleges and universities across all 50 U.S. states, and 20 countries.
This resource is a guide to walk you through the Common App process. Step by Step Video
Frequent Asked Questions:
We do not rank our students.
The Class of 2027 student population is 380.
SEHS School Profile Here
UO Self-Reported Transcript Academic Record & Weighted GPA Calculations
The University of Oregon and other colleges/universities review incoming freshmen applications via their Self-reported Transcript and Academic Record System (STARs). Students who apply via the Common Application will typically provide the required information as a part of their submitted application.
Weighted GPA Calculates
For the purposes of admission and scholarships UO recalculates GPA based on certain parameters. Go to this website for detailed information.
Cal State and University of California Systems
There are 23 Universities in the Cal State System and this website can help you narrow down a campus that would be a good fit for you.
California State Freshman Admissions Requirements Website
Cal State Freshman Application Checklist
University of California System
University of California System First-year requirement website
South Work Experience
Students who are employed in the community may earn elective credit through the SEHS Work Experience program. Specific requirements include work hours documentation, job skill curriculum assignments, a minimum ten-hour work week, resume, and interview. You can earn .50 Elective credit per Semester.
If you are interested in this opportunity please contact your counselor for next steps.
District 4j Honors Recognition
The Honors Recognition was designed to recognize those students who demonstrate excellence in the classroom and contribute service to their community. Requirements are as follows:
-A cumulative GPA of at least 3.50
-A community service requirement of 120 hours.
Stop by the Counseling office to pick up a service log and submit by May 1st of your Senior year.
Seal of Biliteracy
Did you know that, if you speak a language in addition to English - including ASL - you may be able to earn Oregon's State Seal of Biliteracy when you graduate from high school? If you speak more than two languages, you may be able to earn Oregon's State Seal of Multiliteracy.
The District team can obtain the proof of this eligibility by reviewing a student's AP exam score or having them take the STAMP test. Please contact your counselor for additional information.
Oregon Public University Scholarships
Portland State University has the Four Years Free Scholarship
Southern Oregon University's Scholarship Webpage
Oregon TECH Oregon Institute of Technology Scholarships
Oregon State University Scholar Dollars-Starting November 1st each year, OSU students may use OSU ScholarDollars to submit applications for the almost $12 million in donor-funded scholarships available. There are over 2,500 OSU scholarship opportunities in ScholarDollars for which you may be considered!
PathwayOregon Scholarship
Tuition and fees are covered (without using loans) all 4 years.
- Oregon Resident
- Graduate for OR high school in the last 2 years.
- Admission as a first time freshman beginning fall term.
- Minimum 3.4 high school GPA
- Eligible for a Federal Pell Grant determined by FAFSA (Complete by March 1st priority deadline)
Scholarships and Understanding UO Financial Aid
Check out the University Wide Freshman Scholarships here:
Scholarships for Incoming Freshman
UO requires that you fill out the FAFSA to get any automatic scholarships, and some scholarship qualifications require applying for admission early.
Understanding UO Financial Aid and Scholarships Slideshow can be accessed here.
Lane Community College (LCC)
If your future includes Lane Community College, we recommend you apply by the spring of senior year. Check out this LCC Admissions Webpage for step by step directions on making the plan come true. Why Apply to Lane Community College YouTube video.
After you apply for admission it will be time to start thinking about funding for your LCC experience. The first step is to complete either the FAFSA or ORSAA.
A great resource for those attending a community college in Oregon is the Oregon Promise which helps eligible students pay for the first two years of tuition.
Another great website to go to is the LCC Foundation Scholarship Page. The deadline is usually March 1st of your senior year.
If you have a current 504 plan or IEP or would like to request accommodations at LCC, please check out this Center for Resources Webpage. Complete LCC Bound Senior Task Handout
Study Abroad, Gap Year & Volunteering
Study Abroad/Gap Year Travel information can be found on this website.
Volunteering in our local community is also a great way to get experience in a variety of ways. This student volunteering website has an extensive list of volunteer opportunities.
Career Prep Opportunities for South Eugene High School Students
Check out the Career Prep Opportunities Website for information listed below and much more:
-Internships & Apprenticeships. -Summer Camps and Programs -Virtual and In-Person Industry Tours -Youth Trades Academy -Career Focused Classes and Workshops. -Student Job Boards
Job Resources for Teenagers
Do you want to get a job sometime soon? Click on the photo for the Job Board for Teenagers document and check out the QR Board located outside the Counseling office for leads on possible employment. We can also give you .50 Elective credit for 60 hours of work, talk to your counselor to get more details.
Elevate
Connected Lane County's Hiring Fair
Kickstart your career and explore local job opportunities with Connected Lane County’s Hiring Fair! This is the perfect platform for young job seekers to network and connect with local employers eager to interview and hire young people! (Participation is free for youth).
The Hiring Fair is open to graduating seniors and other young people regardless of school enrollment status! Local companies and hiring opportunities will be available to talk to! Three sessions will be held throughout the day. Hiring Fair Website,
Save the Date -Thursday, May 7th 2027 9:00am-2:30pm
Registration opens at the end of March and typically end in May for young people interested in attending. It's free to participate!
Counseling Department Secretary: Jessica Kuehn
Our counseling secretary, Jessica, can help you get signed up for your Senior Interview and is overall very helpful. Unfortunately, Jessica is a part-time employee so won't be here all of the time. For an appointment you can schedule it on this scheduling site.
