FAFSA/TAP Completion Events
Students/families that need assistance completing the FAFSA or TAP applications for 2027-2028 will have an opportunity to attend a couple of events coming up to assist families through the application process.
FAFSA/TAP Completion Events
Monday, October 19th
Time: 5:00 pm
Location: Health Education Center | 132 Denison Pkwy E, Corning, NY 14830
Register by contacting Shalena Clary, Senior Director of Financial Aid at
sclary@corning-cc.edu or 607-962-9875
Thursday, November 12th
Time: 5:00 pm
Location: Elmira Academic and Workforce Development Center (Room 214) | 318 Madison Avenue, Elmira, NY 14901
Register Here - https://sunyccc.as.me/schedule/8f351130/?appointmentTypeIds%5B%5D=98819887
Once registered,an email will be sent with the list of items families will need to bring to the event to complete the application(s). All contributors need to be present to complete the entire application.
For additional questions, please reach out to Shalena Clary.
Shalena Clary
Senior Director of Financial Aid
sclary@corning-cc.edu
607-962-9875
Winter 2027 Guidance and Counseling Newsletter
Please see the link below for important information regarding Course Selection for the 2027-2028 school year, January 2027 Regents Exam, GST BOCES CTE and New Visions Programs, SAT and ACT information, NCAA, Financial Aid infomration and Upcoming Events.
Winter 2027 Newsletter - https://aptg.co/m70q0H
Upstate Medical Scholarships Available
Visit https://aptg.co/1tf-13 to learn more about Scholarships available at Upstate Medical University College of Health Professions as well as Early Assurance Programs.
Elmira-Corning-Finger Lakes Community Foundation 2026-2027 Scholarships
Community Foundation - Elmira - Corning - Finger Lakes Scholarships
The following Scholarships are available to High School Seniors at Waverly:
*Chemung Canal Trust Company Scholarship
*Danny VanTassel Memorial Scholarship
*Corning-Elmira Alumni Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. Scholarship
*Twin Tiers Youth for Christ Scholarship
All Applications are due February 1st, 2027.
Students can apply at https://communityfund.org. Click "Student Login" in the top right corner of use the QR code .
Contact Katie Strickler with any questions at cmm@communityfund.org or (607) 739-3900.
Please see the attachment at https://aptg.co/FsT2fg to see a list of available Scholarships through the Community Foundation for the Elmira -Corning-Finger Lakes region.
Tompkins Cortland Community College Open House
TC3's Open House is coming up very soon on Friday, November 13th.
Open House will feature:
-An Academic Showcase to give students the opportunity to explore their academic interests with our faculty
-Campus Life and Services Fair to learn more about campus culture and support services
-Campus and Housing Tours
Any students interested in attending should complete the RSVP form at
https://apply.tompkinscortland.edu/register/?id=535b6683-8106-4495-83bf-e6ce7b91ed2b
TC3 Open House Flyer can be found at https://aptg.co/yXDhLC.
TC3 Spring Online Courses & Registration
Please visit https://aptg.co/54Phtn for the list of Online courses available for the Spring of 2027 at TC3.
Students that would like to take a course should see their Guidance Counselor for a Registration Form. TC3 will begin accepting Registration Forms on November 10th.
Lockheed Martin’s T.A.L.E.N.T. Apprentice Program based in Owego, NY is offering an early-career apprenticeship designed for high school graduates and community college students who are not immediately entering a 4-year university.
The program provides the following:
Full-time (40 hrs/week) hands-on engineering experience
Structured mentorship, and a clear path for advancement
Offering competitive benefits including medical/dental/vision, PTO, 401(k)
Tuition reimbursement for associate/bachelor degrees (STEM or business degree to qualify)
Presentation with additional details can be found at https://aptg.co/_V1R0h.
A brief flyer, that serves as an **expression of interest** to register students who may be interested can be found at https://aptg.co/KP24HL. Completion of the expression of interest triggers direct instructions on how to **apply** to the program.
2027 Finger Lakes Finns Scholarship
The Central New York area is home to many generations of people of Finnish heritage. The Finger Lakes Finns (FLF) is a not-for-profit social club for the continued appreciation of that heritage. The mission of the club calls for cultivation and support of education and Finnish culture in our area.
The Finger Lakes Finns is offering awards of one thousand dollars ($1,000) each to support and encourage promising scholars in our area who are of Finnish heritage or who have an interest in Finnish culture. This award is for area high school seniors, payable upon successful completion of the first year at an accredited institution of higher learning.
Finger Lakes Finns Scholarship Information:https://aptg.co/NPkVHd
Finger Lakes Finns Scholarship Application: https://aptg.co/M8Z7j_
The application deadline is May 18th, 2027
The Gobble Box Program is making progress! We have reached 11 of our 35-family goal (31%), and we still need your help!
🥫 Donate food items from the attached flyer.
💵 A $40 donation sponsors a complete Thanksgiving meal.
Donations accepted through November 6.
Meals will be distributed on November 20 from 8:00 AM–2:00 PM at Waverly High School (Main Campus).
Cash, checks (payable to Waverly FFA Chapter), and Venmo are accepted.
Venmo: @Miranda-Palmer-20
https://venmo.com/u/Miranda-Palmer-20
Food, cash, and check donations can be dropped off at the HS or MS Main Office, Attention: Miranda Palmer, Room 123C.
Please see the attached flyer for the full list of requested items. Thank you for helping Waverly FFA support local families this Thanksgiving!
2026 SUNY Free Application Weeks Begins October 19th - Reminder
The State University of New York (SUNY) is hosting Free Application Weeks from October 19th to November 2nd, allowing students to apply to up to 5 SUNY schools with no application fee. This initiative aims to make higher education more accessible and affordable for students. According to a post, students can apply through the SUNY application or the Common App.
The SUNY Free Application Week is a great opportunity for students to explore various SUNY schools without incurring application fees. During this period, students can submit their applications, but supplemental materials like transcripts and letters of recommendation can be submitted after the free application week.
Fee Waiver Limit: Students can apply to up to 5 SUNY campuses with no application fee during this window.
How to Apply: You can submit your applications for free through either the Apply to SUNY Portal or the Common App.
No Code Needed: When using the direct SUNY system, fees for up to five eligible choices are automatically waived on
the payment page. If using the Common App, select "Yes" when prompted about the SUNY free application offer
The ASVAB is a valuable assessment that can help students explore career interests, identify potential job opportunities, and determine eligibility for military enlistment. Participation does not obligate students to join the military and can be used solely as a career planning tool.
Students interested in taking the ASVAB should stop by the Guidance Office to sign up or obtain additional information. We encourage all interested students to register as soon as possible.
Be sure to stop by the Guidance Office to get a pass, then take advantage of these opportunities to explore your options and start planning for your future!
It's never too early to start thinking about life after WHS! 🎓
FAFSA Information for Seniors and Families
Key Dates for 2027-2028 Aid
October 1, 2026: The FAFSA form becomes available for the 2027-2028 academic year.
June 30, 2027: The federal deadline to submit the FAFSA for the 2027–28 school year.
Important Considerations
State and College Deadlines: States and individual colleges often have their own earlier deadlines for financial aid. You will need to check with your state's student aid agency and the financial aid office at each school you are applying to.
Online Application: The fastest and easiest way to apply for federal student aid is by completing the FAFSA form online at studentaid.gov.
FAFSA Form vs. School Year: To qualify for federal student aid for the 2027-28 academic year (which runs from July 1, 2027, to June 30, 2028), you must use the 2027-28 FAFSA form.
FAFSA Website: https://studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa
FSA ID: Your StudentAid.gov account username and password combination, sometimes called your FSA ID, is a set of log-in credentials that you create in order to gain access to the U.S. Department of Education’s online systems. Your account credentials can also serve as your legal signature when completing electronic documents.
You’ll need your Social Security number (SSN) (if applicable) and your own email address to create an account.
All Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®) contributors must create their own account to access and complete their portion of the FAFSA® form.
FSA ID website: https://studentaid.gov/fsa-id/create-account/launch
FAFSA Initiative
Last spring Governor Kathy Hochul announced that part of the FY 24-25 budget includes a plan to require school districts to ensure every high school senior completes the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or sign a waiver. This is being done as an attempt to decrease the $200 million in federal aid that is not used.
Students that are NOT going to file the FAFSA must fill out the Waiver Forms and should be returned to the Main Office or Guidance Office.
Waverly FAFSA Waiver Form can be found at https://aptg.co/9hGmck.
The annual Powderpuff game is this Sunday, 5pm at the stadium. Come cheer on the seniors as they take on the juniors!
Yearbook Info: You can scan to share pictures or to order your yearbook!
Last year, we provided Thanksgiving meals to 30 local families. This year, we're setting our goal even higher—35 families!
Want to help? You can donate food items from our wish list or $40 sponsors a complete Thanksgiving meal. Donations accepted through November 6th. Cash, checks, and Venmo (@Miranda-Palmer-20) are accepted.
Check out the attached flyer for the full donation list and details! Let's come together as a community and make Thanksgiving a little brighter for local families! 🧡🦃