Seymour High School Guidance Department — Class of 2027
We’re here to help you finish strong!

The Seymour High School Guidance Department is excited to keep you informed throughout your senior year! We will send out bi-monthly newsletters with important dates, deadlines, and helpful information you don’t want to miss.

Check your email. Stay informed. Stay on track!

Important Information — August / September

Senior Scholarships

Scholarships start rolling out around the end of August. Keep a lookout for a live spreadsheet on your Google Classroom, which will contain all scholarships that come through our office.

While you’re waiting, find two adults to write letters of recommendation. Let them know some highlights about yourself so they can brag on you in their letters. Keep those letters handy for applying to scholarships.

September 8 — Senior Parent Meeting
5:45–6:30 PM in the Cafeteria
Important information for parents about senior year, graduation, college and financial aid, and more.

September 10 — TN Promise & Parchment Day
Students will apply for TN Promise during school as well as create a Parchment account for sending transcripts.

September 24 — Great Smoky Mountain College Fair
Explore your options and connect with colleges from across the region.
Sign-ups coming soon!

September 30 — Seniors Take the ACT During School
Seniors must have an ACT for graduation. Be prepared and give it your best!

Your Counselors

We’re here for you!

Dr. Kaitlyn Fox
School Counselor
Students with last names A–H
Email: kaitlynfox@sevier.org

Mrs. Candi Buffington
School Counselor
Students with last names I–N, plus students with IEPs
Email: candibuffington@sevier.org

Mrs. Bethany Schultz
School Counselor
Students with last names O–Z
Email: bethanyschultz@sevier.org

We are proud of you! Let’s make this the best year yet!

Stay informed. Ask questions. Plan ahead. You’ve got this, Eagles!

Seymour High School Guidance Department – Class of 2027
Senior Important Dates: October and November

October 1 – FAFSA Opens
The 2027–2028 FAFSA opens. Complete the FAFSA to be considered for federal, state, and college financial aid.

October 2 – LMU Caylor School of Nursing Lunch Visit
Students can learn about nursing programs and opportunities during lunch.

October 6 – Parent/Teacher Conferences
Parent/Teacher Conferences will be held from 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.

October 7 – Wilderness Lunch Visit
Students can learn about job and hiring opportunities during lunch.

October 12–16 – Fall Break

October 21 – PSAT
The PSAT will be administered during school for students who previously registered.

October 28 – NASCAR Lunch Visit
Students can learn about job and hiring opportunities in the racing industry during lunch.

November 3 – TN Promise Application Deadline
This is the deadline for seniors to apply for TN Promise.

November 4 – ASVAB Test and NASCAR Lunch Visit
The ASVAB is a military aptitude test. Taking the ASVAB does not sign a student up for the military. Students interested in taking the ASVAB should sign up in the Guidance Office. NASCAR will also visit during lunch to share information about job and hiring opportunities in the racing industry.

November 16 – Mandatory TN Promise Meeting
The mandatory TN Promise meeting will be held at 1:00 p.m. for all seniors. Important information about the next steps in the TN Promise process will be provided. All seniors are required to attend.

November 18 – Air National Guard Lunch Visit
Students can learn about job and hiring opportunities with the Air National Guard during lunch.

Stay Informed
The Seymour High School Guidance Department will continue to send bi-monthly newsletters with important senior information. Students and families should check email, Google Classroom, the Seymour High School website, and ParentSquare for updates.

Seymour High School Counselors
Dr. Kaitlyn Fox – Last names A–H – kaitlynfox@sevier.org
Mrs. Candi Buffington – Last names I–N plus IEP students – candibuffington@sevier.org
Mrs. Bethany Schultz – Last names O–Z – bethanyschultz@sevier.org

Visit TN Promise to stay up-to-date on information and requirements!

Please visit the UT Promise Scholarship website to learn if your student qualifies and to apply for the UT Promise. If you aren’t familiar with UT Promise, it's a last-dollar scholarship that helps cover tuition and mandatory fees for eligible Tennessee residents attending UT campuses in Knoxville, Chattanooga, Pulaski, Martin and Memphis. Students will now apply for UT Promise through the University of Tennessee System. You can find the application, eligibility requirements and next steps in the link above! The application is open now and closes December 15. 

#1 Create Your Student Aid.Gov Account (formerly FSA ID)

Step 1: Go to studentaid.gov – click “Create Account” 

Step 2: Enter Your Information – Provide your name, date of birth, Social Security number, email address, and mobile phone number 

Step 3: Create a Username and Password – Choose a secure username and password

Step 4: Verify Your Identity – Answer the identity verification questions (or use your mobile phone number for verification) 

Step 5: Check Your Email – Look for a confirmation email from the U.S. Department of Education 

Step 6: Your Accounty is Ready! – Keep your username and password in a safe place. You will use this account to login and complete the FAFSA form. 

***IMPORTANT: Both student AND parent will need their own studentaid.gov account (if you are a dependent student).

#2 Complete the FAFSA Form (Starting October 1, 2026)

Step 1: Log In to studentaid.gov – Use your Student Aid.Gov account to login 

Step 2: Start a New FAFSA Form – Click “Complete the FAFSA Form” Select the correct academic year (2027-2028)

Step 3: Provide Your Information – Answer all required questions about you (student) and your parent(s), including income, assets, and household information 

Step 4: Add Your Colleges (Use Federal School Codes) – Add the colleges and universities you are interested in by entering their Federal School Codes. You can add up to 20 schools. Your SAI (Student Aid Index) report will be automatically sent to these schools so they can prepare your financial aid package. 

Step 5: Review and Sutmit – Check your answers carefully, then submit your FAFSA Form

Step 6: Confirmation – You will receive a confirmation page and email. Keep this for your records.

Step 7: Check your Student Aid Report (SAR) – Review your SAR for accuracy. It will be available shortly after you submit your FAFSA. Colleges will use this information to determine your financial aid package. 

***If you need help, visit Student Aid.Gov Help or call 1-800-433-3243