Programs, Calendar & Important Resources
Grade 12
Senior College Application Procedures and Information: September 2023 in Connections (handout)
Senior Parent School Counseling Presentation: College Application Procedures and Information: September 8, 2023 9:00-10:00 a.m. Staples Cafeteria (handout, recording, presentation slides)
Back to School Night Grades 11 & 12: September 27, 2023
College Financial Aid Application Night: October 3, 2023 6:30-8:00 p.m. at the Westport Library (handout, see email/Schoology for link to recording)
Understanding Financial Aid and Paying for College: January 23, 2024 6:30-8:00 p.m. at the Westport Library (2023 handout; see email/Schoology for link to recording)
Scholarships Workshop: February 9, 2023 during lunch waves (handout posted this winter)
UConn-Stamford field trip: March 26, 2024 10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
Preparing Students With Disabilities for a Successful College Transition (webinar): March 12, 2024 6:30-7:30 p.m. (for great resources and more information on our presenter, Elizabeth Hamblet, visit her website)
Prospective College Student-Athlete Night: 2024-25 school year (2023 handout, see email/Schoology for link to recording)
College Night for the Visual and Performing Arts: April 8, 2024 (see email/Schoology for link to 2022 recording)
Norwalk/Housatonic Community Colleges field trip: TBD
Finding Your Path: Exploring Post-High School Options: May 14, 2024 6;30-8:30 p.m. at the Westport Library
Senior Parent Webinar: Preparing for a Successful Transition to College: TBD (see email/Schoology for link to 2022 recording)
Grade 11
Back to School Night Grades 11 & 12: September 27, 2023
College Financial Aid Application Night: October 3, 2023 6:30-8:00 p.m. at the Westport Library (handout, see email/Schoology for link to recording)
Navigating the College Search Webinar: November 9, 2023 6:30-7:30 p.m. (see email/Schoology for link to 2022 recording)
College Planning Night for Juniors and Families: January 4, 2024 6:30-8:00 p.m. at the Staples Auditorium (2023 handout, recording, slides)
Understanding Financial Aid and Paying for College: January 23, 2024 6:30-8:00 p.m. at the Westport Library (2023 handout; see email/Schoology for link to recording)
Course Selection Informational Webinar: February 6, 2024 9:00-10:00 a.m. (handout, recording posted after presentation)
UConn-Stamford field trip: March 26, 2024 10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
Preparing Students With Disabilities for a Successful College Transition (webinar): March 12, 2024 6:30-7:30 p.m. (for great resources and more information on our presenter, Elizabeth Hamblet, visit her website)
Prospective College Student-Athlete Night: 2024-25 school year (2023 handout, see email/Schoology for link to recording)
College Night for the Visual and Performing Arts: April 8, 2024 (see email/Schoology for link to 2022 recording)
Norwalk/Housatonic Community Colleges field trip: TBD
College Admission Testing Presentation: April 25, 2024 (2023 handout; see email/Schoology for link to recording)
Finding Your Path: Exploring Post-High School Options: May 14, 2024 6;30-8:30 p.m. at the Westport Library
College Admission Panel: May 21, 2024 6:30-8:00 p.m. at the Westport Library (see email/Schoology for link to 2022 recording)
Grade 10
Back to School Night Grades 9 & 10: September 20, 2023
Understanding Financial Aid and Paying for College: January 23, 2024 6:30-8:00 p.m. at the Westport Library (2023 handout; see email/Schoology for link to recording)
Course Selection Informational Webinar: February 6, 2024 9:00-10:00 a.m. (handout, recording posted after presentation)
Preparing Students With Disabilities for a Successful College Transition (webinar): March 12, 2024 6:30-7:30 p.m. (for great resources and more information on our presenter, Elizabeth Hamblet, visit her website)
Prospective College Student-Athlete Night: 2024-25 school year (2023 handout, see email/Schoology for link to recording)
College Night for the Visual and Performing Arts: April 8, 2024 (see email/Schoology for link to 2022 recording)
Sophomore Parent School Counseling Presentation: Introduction to Post-High School Planning: April 11, 2024 9:00-10:00 a.m. Staples Cafeteria (2023 handout, recording)
College Admission Testing Presentation: April 25, 2024 (2023 handout; see email/Schoology for link to recording)
Finding Your Path: Exploring Post-High School Options: May 14, 2024 6;30-8:30 p.m. at the Westport Library
College Admission Panel: May 21, 2024 6:30-8:00 p.m. at the Westport Library (see email/Schoology for link to 2022 recording)
Grade 9
Ninth Grade Parent School Counseling Presentation: Introduction to Staples High School: September 12, 2023 9:00-10:00 a.m. Staples Cafeteria (handout, recording)
Back to School Night Grades 9 & 10: September 20, 2023
Understanding Financial Aid and Paying for College: January 23, 2024 6:30-8:00 p.m. at the Westport Library (2023 handout; see email/Schoology for link to recording)
Course Selection Informational Webinar: February 6, 2024 9:00-10:00 a.m. (handout, recording posted after presentation)
Preparing Students With Disabilities for a Successful College Transition (webinar): March 12, 2024 6:30-7:30 p.m. (for great resources and more information on our presenter, Elizabeth Hamblet, visit her website)
Prospective College Student-Athlete Night: 2024-25 school year (2023 handout, see email/Schoology for link to recording)
College Night for the Visual and Performing Arts: April 8, 2024 (see email/Schoology for link to 2022 recording)
College Admission Testing Presentation: April 25, 2024 (2023 handout; see email/Schoology for link to recording)
Finding Your Path: Exploring Post-High School Options: May 14, 2024 6;30-8:30 p.m. at the Westport Library
Grade 8
Staples High School Transition Night: February 12, 2024 6:15-8:45 p.m. in the Staples Auditorium (2023 recording, handout, Class of 2027 page)
Resources:
Guide to Post-High School Planning and College Applications
- A comprehensive description of the college process for students at Staples High School.
Athletics in the College Admissions Process
- A guide to assist student-athletes and their families as they navigate the college admissions and recruiting process. Information can be found regarding the recruiting timeline, NCAA eligibility, guidelines for contacting coaches, questions to ask, and samples of letters to coaches and athletic resumes.
College Planning for Students with an IEP or 504
- A guide to assist students and their families regarding the differences between services provided at the high school and college level, levels of support available and how to determine the appropriate level of support, as well as recommended colleges with support programs and college and non-college based transition programs.
Staples High School Program of Studies
- A comprehensive reference for academic information and policies as well as descriptions of all SHS courses.
- A document that includes a description of the school and community, curriculum and grading information, and recent class statistics. The School Profile is sent to colleges along with the student's transcript.
Course Selection Student Handout (current grades 9-11 only)
- Information regarding course selection timeline, graduation requirements, tips, frequently asked questions, and a worksheet to guide students with the process.
9th Grade Course Selection Worksheet
- A helpful guide for 8th grade students and families when planning and selecting their 9th grade schedule at Staples High School.
PowerSchool Course Selection Information and Pre-Registration Instructions (coming soon)
- Step-by-step written instructions and link to video to assist students with course pre-registration process.