Seniors scurry to get their applications done during the most stressful time of the year. Current WS seniors are attacking the college application process, reflecting on their whole high school career in hopes of getting into the school of their dreams. With the stress of school and activities already so relevant in students’ lives, applying to college only makes matters worse.
“It can definitely get overwhelming with school, extracurriculars, and college applications,” said senior Sasha Vaughan.
Fortunately, WS students have the Career Center to turn to for any assistance regarding their future plans after graduation.  With an abundance of information and valuable resources, WS students rely on the support of Career Center Specialists. From learning how to set up a Common Application account to applying for FASFA, the Career Center can help with it all.
“Our purpose is to provide support [for] college and career readiness,” said Career Center Specialist Tisa Frederick.

The Career Center is a valuable place to discover schools, keep track of due dates, to obtain valuable information and support in the college application process. Emails are constantly sent out providing dates of college visits and other particulars having to do with this lengthy process.
“There is also an easel outside of the center containing information about the upcoming events throughout the week,” said Frederick.
Besides college plans, the Career Center also gives information to students seeking jobs or military service post-graduation. It offers apprenticeship presentations, field trip opportunities, and information about the military path.
“We offer information about non-traditional post-graduate plans to accommodate those students as well,” said Frederick.
This process can be a scary thing for all, not just seniors.
“I have no idea where to even start and this is going to be me next year, which really intimidates me,” said junior Hannah Robertson.
High school students are advised to start the process of figuring out post-graduate plans whether it’s senior or freshman year. The Career Center can help underclassmen start studying for standardized tests including the SAT/ACT and review high school requirements for schools that interest them.
Fall is a stressful time for a senior, even if they use the Career Center to their advantage and are familiar with this tedious process.

“This is a tough time for everyone figuring out their future, take time to breath because everything is going to be okay,” said Frederick.