DSST
Byers
DSST
Byers
12TH GRADE
12th grade students and families: here you will find key information regarding the College & Career Seminar curriculum, upcoming events, relevant guidance, and much more.
Seminar Curriculum
Senior Seminar Day 1 - Framing the Year
Senior Seminar Day 2 - Outreach to Admission Representatives
Senior Seminar Day 3 - Early College Applications
Senior Seminar Day 4 - Previewing Scholarships & FAFSA
Senior Seminar Day 5 - STEM/Creative Core Certificate
Senior Seminar Day 6 - Diving into Financial Aid & FAFSA
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FinAid Resources: GoingMerry / FSA ID / EFC Calculator
Senior Seminar Day 7 - Preparing for CO Free App Days
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Local Scholarships: Boettcher Foundation / Daniels Fund
Senior Seminar Day 8 - CO Free App Days!
Senior Seminar Day 9 - Post-Free App Days Mental Health Connection & Next Steps after Applying
Senior Seminar Day 10 - Non-CO Applications, Required Financial Aid Forms, and Scholarship Approaches
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DPS Seal of Biliteracy - Information / Application
Senior Seminar Day 11 - Finishing Early Applications Before Thanksgiving Break
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Door of Opportunity Scholarship (contact Mr. Whipple)
Senior Seminar Day 12 - Trimester 2 Grading & Meeting the Major Deadlines
Senior Seminar Day 13 - Overgrad Updates (Application Lists and Admission Decisions)
Seasonal Resources
August 2022
September 2022
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"How to Know if Early Action/Early Decision is Right for You" - Jason Patel (Niche.com)
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"How to Write a 'Why This College' Essay in 4 Easy Steps" - Sawyer Earwood (Virtual College Counselors)
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Financial Aid Resources:
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FAFSA Made Easier Toolkit (GoingMerry)
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October 2022
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Local Scholarship Opportunities
November 2022
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Completing Financial Aid Materials
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Advance EDU: Overview / Application
December 2022