Counseling

The counseling office will host a Careerline Tech Center info meeting during Advisory on Friday, January 9 in the DeWitt Auditorium at Zeeland East. This meeting is open to current 10th and 11th graders only. Students interested in learning more about CTC and the process for applying to their programs for next year must complete this registration form by Thursday, January 8 at noon. Only students who register will be allowed to attend. Please contact your counselor if you have any questions. PLEASE NOTE: This meeting and application process are not intended for juniors who are currently at CTC and desire to return next year. The intent to return process is handled directly by CTC.

Seniors/Senior Parents: The application for the OVER 60 scholarships available to ZHS students through the Holland/Zeeland Community Foundation is NOW OPEN!   There is ONE application to be considered for most all of the scholarships.  The deadline to apply is February 1. Check out this graphic for more details.

Seniors/Senior Parents: Do you need some assistance filling out the FAFSA? GRCC Lakeshore is hosting multiple FAFSA events this winter at the GRCC Lakeshore Campus in Holland.  Financial Aid representatives will be on hand to assist anyone who wants to complete the FAFSA application.  This is a drop-in style event, and you do not need to have applied to GRCC to attend. Help sessions will be held from 3-6 p.m. on 11/13, 12/12 and 2/19.

Are you planning to continue your education after high school graduation but are overwhelmed at the prospect of paying for it? Do you aim to better understand the college funding options available to students? Have you heard of the FAFSA, but are confused on how to fill it out? No worries! We are here to help! The counseling office will be hosting a financial aid information session on Wednesday, November 12 during Advisory. Students will get an overview of financial aid and answers to some of the frequently asked questions. While the session is geared towards seniors, underclassmen are welcome to attend as they prepare for the future. If you are interested in participating, please complete this form by Tuesday, November 11 at noon. 

Seniors/Senior Parents: The 2026–27 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®) is NOW AVAILABLE. Submitting the FAFSA is the first step to getting student grants, scholarships, work-study opportunities, and loans for post-secondary education. It also helps determine eligibility for most state aid programs, like the Michigan Achievement Scholarship, which can cover up to $27,500 for college.  Please follow the steps outlined in this letter for more details.

Seniors/Senior Parents: Please utilize this senior year planning checklist for information relevant to your last year of high school.  It is very important that you complete the senior survey in order to inform your counselor if you would like to schedule an individual meeting to review post-high plans and ask questions. 

Is a healthcare career in your future?  Mary Free Bed is hosting healthcare career seminars for students age 16+ for a variety of career areas in their organization.  Staff will share information on education, salary, field outlook, what to expect in a typical day, and more.  Check out this flyer for more information and to register.

Feel free to follow the "Zeeland High School Counseling Office" on Facebook to stay up-to-date with important information, reminders, and deadlines. 

CTC Students: Here is the ZPS CTC Schedule and Calendar for the 25-26 school year.