Counseling

ATTENTION STUDENTS NEW TO CTC NEXT SCHOOL YEAR (2026-27): 

All current 10th and 11th grade students who have been accepted into a Careerline Tech Center program for next fall (except Cosmetology) and are NEW to CTC next school year will be attending CTC's "Acceptance Day" on Tuesday, May 19. Students will have the opportunity to visit the AM or PM program that they will be participating in next year. Busing will be provided, and required, by ZPS. Specific details for the day will be communicated to students via email. We will plan on all new students attending unless you inform your counselor that you are unable to take part in this event. 

Again, this is only for students who will be NEW to CTC next year and already have a placement (not on the waitlist). Cosmetology students will have their own orientation at Tulip City Beauty College this summer.  Thank you!

Seniors: There are two final tasks that the counseling office requests your assistance with as you wrap up your high school career. Please complete this senior survey, providing insight into your post-high school plans. This information is used for school reports and also our school profile.

If you are headed off to college, you need to request your final transcript be sent to the school you are attending. This is very important because it verifies that you graduated high school. Please follow these instructions for requesting your final transcript.

Please have this taken care of ASAP but no later than Wednesday, May 13. If you have questions, please contact your counselor. Thank you!

Seniors: if you were not able to attend the "Counselor Connections" session on "Understanding Your Financial Aid Award Letter" please feel free to review the presentation and reach out to your counselor if you have any questions.

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.

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.