2026 SENIOR INFORMATION

Parents and Seniors, the big year is here! We wanted to try to help simplify the year by having pertinent information all in one place. A lot of important information will be posted in your student’s “Class of 2026” classroom throughout the year. They are familiar with it and know how it works. Encourage them to check it weekly as well as checking their email frequently. You may have them show you the classroom as well so you can be in the know. Please keep in mind your student needs to maintain a cumulative 90% attendance rate to walk at graduation.

Important Dates

September 30th Josten’s will be here regarding cap and gown and announcement information.
October 1st- FAFSA opens
- How to create an FSA ID
- How to fill out FAFSA
October 14th is the deadline to order cap and gown
Yearbook Orders: First deadline December 31st, 2025

Second deadline April 24th, 2026

Portraits and baby pictures- January 16,2026
Senior Ads- February 20th, 2026
Graduation May 8th at 6:30 P.M.

ACT Information

If your student is going to college or participating in the A+ program they may need to take the ACT. Butler High School will host the ACT on September 6th (late sign up open until August 19th), October 18th, and December 13th. The ACT will also be offered at other area schools that students may sign up for. Click the link above for more details.

FAFSA

You may use the link above to find more information regarding the FAFSA as well as create your account.

A+ Scholarship

In order to participate in the A+ scholarship the A+ packet must be signed and returned to the Counseling center. If you need to verify that your student has signed up for the A+ scholarship please email Mrs. Watson at jalyn.watson@butler.k12.mo.us or the direct line is 660-679-6121 ext 253. The guidelines are listed on both links above. You may check your students status to see if they are currently meeting the guidelines for A+ at any given time on the parent portal. The A+ section is located under the “More” tab. Please click here to see the list of community colleges and vocational technical schools eligible for the A+ program. Universities may offer an A+ scholarship but it will not cover tuition like it would for a community college or vocational school.

Scholarships

Our website features some local scholarships as well as national level scholarships. There are also other resources offered under this tab. Please check this tab frequently. Local scholarships are not typically updated until closer to due dates due to foundations not getting us updated information until then. If you or your student has any questions about scholarships please feel free to contact the counseling center at any time.