Welcome to the Class of 2027 Senior Information Page.
Senior Information & Important Updates
This page will be updated monthly throughout the school year and more frequently as time-sensitive information, important deadlines, and senior announcements arise.
Seniors and families are encouraged to check this page regularly to stay informed about important dates, college planning, graduation requirements, senior activities, and other Class of 2027 information.
If you have any questions or need additional information, please contact:
Tamra Smith
Assistant Principal of Academics
tamra.smith@spsv.org
Upcoming Senior Dates
October 7, 2026
Senior Parent Meeting
6:30–8:00 PM
October 14, 2026
No School for Seniors
Senior College Application & Essay Workshops
Senior Portrait Make-Up Day
Senior Parent Meeting
Wednesday, October 7, 2026 | 6:30–8:00 PM
Junior and Senior parents are invited to join us for an important meeting to help families prepare for the remainder of the school year and upcoming senior-year milestones.
Meeting Locations
Senior Parents, Class of 2027
Library
Topics We Will Cover
Graduation and Grad Night Information
Important College Application Information
Campus Ministry and Christian Service Requirements
Yearbook Information
Jostens: Class Rings, Letter Jackets, and Graduation Packets
We will share important information and upcoming deadlines, so we strongly encourage all Junior and Senior parents to attend.
October 14: Senior College Application & Essay Day
No School for Seniors
Although the Class of 2027 has no school on Wednesday, October 14, seniors are encouraged to use the day to make meaningful progress on the college application process.
Students may use the day to:
Complete college applications with Mr. Delgado in C-11
Receive help with college essays and personal statements from Mrs. Van Wert and Mrs. Ruszel in C-7 and C-8
Visit local college campuses
Complete outstanding application requirements
Senior College Application Workshop
10:00 AM–12:00 PM | C-11
Students who want help completing their college applications can work with Mr. Delgado during the workshop.
Senior College Essay Workshop
10:00 AM–12:00 PM | C-7 and C-8
Students who want help developing or improving their college essays can work with Mrs. Van Wert and Mrs. Ruszel.
The workshop is highly recommended for students who need assistance with:
The four UC Personal Insight Questions (PIQs)
The Common Application personal essay
Essays for private universities
Students attending the essay workshop are strongly encouraged to bring a printed rough draft of their essay or essays so teachers can provide specific feedback and support.
Casual dress is permitted.
College Essay Resources
UC Personal Insight Questions
https://admission.universityofcalifornia.edu/how-to-apply/applying-as-a-freshman/personal-insight-questions.html
Common App Personal Essay Prompts
https://www.commonapp.org/blog/announcing-2026-2027-common-app-essay-prompts
Tips for Writing the Perfect College Essay
https://summer.harvard.edu/blog/12-strategies-to-writing-the-perfect-college-essay/
College Essay Topics to Avoid
https://www.quadeducationgroup.com/blog/15-college-essay-topics-to-avoid-and-why
College Application Resources
Seniors should continue working closely with the Counseling Department throughout the college application process. Pay close attention to application deadlines, scholarship opportunities, financial aid requirements, and requests for transcripts or recommendations.
Additional senior information, including graduation, Grad Night, yearbook, Jostens, Christian Service requirements, and other Class of 2027 activities, will be added to this page as it becomes available.
Class of 2027, finish strong. Think Critically. Live Faithfully. Lead Boldly.