Class of 2026
Class of 2026 Information
FAFSA Financial Aid Night is scheduled for Thursday, February 19th at 6pm in the HCHS Media Center.
This will be a work session to aid students and parents in completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) along with the Florida Financial Aid Application (Bright Futures Scholarships). Students and Parents will have the opportunity to receive support from HCHS Guidance staff and North Florida College (NFC) Financial Aid Office!
Scholarship Completion Day is scheduled for Monday, March 16th (Teacher Workday) from 9:00am-2:00pm in the HCHS Media Center. Seniors are invited to bring their scholarship applications, resumes, and essays for staff to review and edit. Staff will be available to assist Seniors in completing their scholarship applications to ensure the highest quality submissions. Seniors should come prepared with drafts of applications, resumes, and essays ready for review.
FAFSA Financial Aid Night is scheduled for Thursday, October 16th at 6pm in the HCHS Media Center.
This will be a work session to aid students and parents in completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) along with the Florida Financial Aid Application (Bright Futures Scholarships). Students and Parents will have the opportunity to receive support from HCHS Guidance staff and North Florida College (NFC) Financial Aid Office.
Class of 2026 Senior Orientation was held on Tuesday, July 29th at 10:00am and 6:00pm in the HCHS Auditorium.
Click the link to watch the Senior Orientation Recording
Click the link to access the Senior Orientation PowerPoint Presentation
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Scholarship Completion Day is scheduled for Monday, March 16th (Teacher Workday) from 9:00am-2:00pm in the HCHS Media Center. Seniors are invited to bring their scholarship applications, resumes, and essays for staff to review and edit. Staff will be available to assist Seniors in completing their scholarship applications to ensure the highest quality submissions. Seniors should come prepared with drafts of applications, resumes, and essays ready for review.
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Class of 2026 Senior Orientation was held on Tuesday, July 29th at 10:00am and 6:00pm in the HCHS Auditorium.
Click the link to watch the Senior Orientation Recording
Click the link to access the Senior Orientation PowerPoint Presentation
Senior Documents
Grad Nite 2026 Information – Grad Nite 2026 Has been canceled due to lack of student interest/participation.
Graduation Information
Class of 2024-2026 Diploma Requirements
Class of 2024-2026 Diploma Requirements – SPANISH
Class of 2024-2026 Course Progression Recommendations
Class of 2024-2026 Course Progression Recommendations – SPANISH
CADY Photography provided Senior Portraits at HCHS on Wednesday, August 20th from 9:30am-6:00pm. Senior Photos Makeup Day for YEARBOOK pose ONLY was provided on Wednesday, November 19th.
Seniors wanting to take additional Senior Portrait poses should sign up on the CADY website to book their session at one of the CADY Studios.
HCHS graduation is scheduled for Friday, May 22nd. Students MUST order a cap and gown from Herff Jones in order to participate in HCHS graduation ceremony. All students are required to wear a cap and gown purchased exclusively through Herff Jones. Students may not wear borrowed regalia or regalia purchased from alternative vendors.
Herff Jones Representatives were at HCHS on Thursday, November 13th at 9:15am in the HCHS Auditorium to present Cap & Gown Packages.
Cap and Gown Orders took place on Thursday, November 20th from 8:30am-3:00pm in the HCHS Auditorium Lobby.
Deadline to purchase Cap and Gown to participate in HCHS graduation ceremony was Friday, January 30th.
Visit Herff Jones
Herff Jones Representatives was at HCHS on Thursday, November 13th at 9:15am in the HCHS Auditorium to present Class Ring Options.
Class Ring Orders took place on Thursday, November 20th from 8:30am-3:00pm in the HCHS Auditorium Lobby.
Class rings may be purchased by visiting Herff Jones
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CADY Photography provided Senior Portraits at HCHS on Wednesday, August 20th from 9:30am-6:00pm. Senior Photos Makeup Day for YEARBOOK pose ONLY was provided on Wednesday, November 19th.
Seniors wanting to take additional Senior Portrait poses should sign up on the CADY website to book their session at one of the CADY Studios.
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HCHS graduation is scheduled for Friday, May 22nd. Students MUST order a cap and gown from Herff Jones in order to participate in HCHS graduation ceremony. All students are required to wear a cap and gown purchased exclusively through Herff Jones. Students may not wear borrowed regalia or regalia purchased from alternative vendors.
Herff Jones Representatives were at HCHS on Thursday, November 13th at 9:15am in the HCHS Auditorium to present Cap & Gown Packages.
Cap and Gown Orders took place on Thursday, November 20th from 8:30am-3:00pm in the HCHS Auditorium Lobby.
Deadline to purchase Cap and Gown to participate in HCHS graduation ceremony was Friday, January 30th.
Visit Herff Jones
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Herff Jones Representatives was at HCHS on Thursday, November 13th at 9:15am in the HCHS Auditorium to present Class Ring Options.
Class Ring Orders took place on Thursday, November 20th from 8:30am-3:00pm in the HCHS Auditorium Lobby.
Class rings may be purchased by visiting Herff Jones
Online Fee Payment
Senior Opportunities
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Florida Gateway College is hosting an Open House Event on March 5, 2026 from 4:30pm – 6:30pm. This event will provide an excellent opportunity to connect with FGC faculty, staff, and current students; explore FGC campus and facilities; and learn more about admission requirements, financial aid, scholarships, and student life.
Representatives from various academic departments will be available to discuss program options and career pathways designed to empower students to build a strong foundation for their future.
Additional details about the Open House can be found at FGC 2026 Open House
Senior Resources
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Watch this video on the BigFuture Scholarship opportunity (previously called CollegeBoard Opportunity Scholarship).
Learn more and get started at BigFuture Scholarships
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The Common Application is an undergraduate college admission application that applicants may use to apply to any of more than 900 member colleges and universities in all 50 states and the District of Columbia, as well as in Canada, China, Japan, and many European countries. Visit the Common Applciation website at Common App.
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The Common Black College Application is an undergraduate college admission application that applicants may use to apply to any of the 65 Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU). The cost of the application is $20. Click the link to visit the Common Black College Application Website
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The Self-reported Transcript and Academic Record System (STARS) allows students to self-report courses and grades to participating colleges and universities.
Accuracy is important, so please refer to an unofficial transcript or grade report (e.g., your online report card) while completing your STARS Record.
To create an account visit Self-reported Transcript and Academic Record System (STARS)
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The Talented Twenty Program is part of the Governor’s Equity in Education Plan. The purpose is to guarantee admission to one of the 12 state universities for students who succeed in their respective public high schools and to encourage students to strive for better grades and pursue rigorous academic courses. Please click on the link for additional information: Talented Twenty Program.