Class of 2023 Senior Information

Financial Aid Applications & Offers

There is still time to complete the FAFSA and CSS applications. FAFSA is required for all federal aid. CSS is for non-federal aid from individual colleges. If you have been accepted into a college, and that college asks you to complete your financial aid applications, they mean one of both of these. Here is a list of colleges that require the CSS Profile. The CSS Profile deadline is March 31.
Many students who completed their financial aid applications are receiving financial aid offers. Please read them carefully. Different colleges have different formats and it can be difficult to compare offers.You can accept or reject any part of an offer, and you can appeal an offer if you feel you are eligible for more aid (especially if your family’s financial situation has changed recently). Please reach out to Mrs. Ann Hoffman, our College & Career Advisor, with any questions.
Scholarship Links

Service Hours - DUE May 1, 2023 (or April 24)

Service hours for the graduation requirement (70 hours) must be completed, logged, and verified by Monday, May 1, 2023. (For students pursuing the Service Distinction Award, 180+ service hours must be completed, logged, and verified by Monday, April 24, 2023.) For any questions about service hours, students should stop by the library to see Ms. Webster. (All students have a minimum of 70 required service hours to complete for graduation. The only exception is for students who transferred into LCHS who have a prorated number of hours, if this applies to you, please see Ms. Webster for your requirement.)

Family Directory

If you are in need of contact information for graduation party invites, our LCHS Family Directory is accessible inside of your FACTS Family Portal Account.

Senior Awards

Senior Award List & Descriptions

Senior Events

Fri., April 28 - Moscars

The Moscars event celebrates our Senior Mock Elections and is student organized. The event is for students only. This year students have decided that the dress code is black tie with the red carpet starting at 6:30pm and the main event starting at 7pm in the Auditorium. Please contact our Student Life Director Mrs. Lynn Collom with any questions about this event.

Mon.-Fri, May 1-19- AP Tests

AP Tests for AP classes will take place May 1 to 19, depending on the class, and some testing may take place off site. For questions about AP testing, please contact Mrs. Ann Hoffman.

Thur., May 11 - Student Breakfast Tailgate, Last Day of Classes & Senior Sendoff Mass

We are continuing the long-standing tradition of the senior students organizing a breakfast tailgate prior to the start of the school day. This takes place in the student parking lot on the seniors’ final “late start” Thursday and the official last day of class. Senior students also wear shirts to represent the college they plan to attend in the fall with uniform bottoms on this last day of classes. We will gather as a school community for a Senior Sendoff Mass at 1:45pm. After Mass there will be a special reception and yearbook signing. Parents are welcome to join us at Mass and the reception.

Fri., May 12 - Prom

Prom will be held at the Eagle Eye Golf & Banquet Center on May 12 beginning at 7pm. Tickets for the Prom will go on sale in April and include dinner, dancing, a raffle, a gift, and many memories. Please contact our Student Life Director Mrs. Lynn Collom with any questions about Prom.

Mon. & Tue., May 15 & 16 - Senior Exams

1st, 2nd, & 4th hour exams - Monday, May 15

5th, 6th, 7th, & 8th hour exams - Tuesday, May 16

Students do not need to be present in the building except for their exam, but may use the Library as a study area if arriving early. Exam Waivers will be distributed the week prior. Details on exam waivers can be found here.

Wed., May 17 - Graduation Practice & Senior Checkout 9am-11am

This event is mandatory for all Seniors as we prepare for the celebratory ceremonies and finalize logistics and distribute caps, gowns, and other regalia. (Students who have not yet completed their graduation requirements by this time may be allowed to participate in end of year events once seniors and their parents have signed a memorandum of understanding outlining what is expected with set deadlines.)

Wed., May 17 - Senior Class Photo at 6:30pm and Baccalaureate Mass & Awards at 7pm

Baccalaureate Mass & Awards is on Wed., May 17 at St. Mary Cathedral at 7pm. Seniors need to arrive by 6:30pm at the latest to organize for a class photo on the Cathedral steps. Seniors will immediately line up and process into Mass following the class photo. Mass will begin at 7pm and awards will begin after the closing hymn. Following the awards, there will be a reception at the parish hall. Seating is first come first serve at the Cathedral.

Sun., May 21 at 1pm - Legacy Ceremony

The Legacy Ceremony is at 1pm on Sun., May 21 in Lansing Catholic’s St. John Paul the Great Chapel. This ceremony is only for the graduates who have a parent who is an alum from Lansing Catholic High School or one of our heritage schools and their parents. The ceremony typically lasts about 20 minutes. Please contact Mr. Moore with any questions

Sun., May 21 at 2pm - Graduation

Graduation will take place in Lansing Catholic’s Gym at 2pm on Sunday, May 21, 2023. Seating is first come first serve in the Gym. There are no tickets required to attend. Seniors must arrive by 1:30pm and report to the senior hallway for a graduate portrait, final instructions, and to line up.

Information from Earlier this School Year:

Naviance & College Applications

College application materials including letters of recommendations and transcripts must be officially sent through Naviance. It is important that Senior students update their Naviance accounts throughout the school year.
Please use this link to "match" your Common App Account to your Naviance Account and complete the FERPA waiver if you have not done so already.
November 1st is the deadline for "early action" and "early decision." Early action means that you apply early and get your admissions decision (and financial aid offers) early. Early decision is binding, and if you get accepted it usually means that you agree to withdraw your applications to all other schools.
It is recommended that you finish your college applications by November 1st and then apply for scholarships and financial aid in November.
Some colleges will request mid-year grades before making admissions decisions. This is a common part of the application process. Mid-year transcripts will be sent to colleges at the end of January to those who require it. If you receive any additional requests for mid-year transcripts please let Mrs. Ann Hoffman know.
For any pending applications, students should login to the college's student portal to track their application status.
Students should contact our College/Career Advisor, Mrs. Ann Hoffman if they need help with or have Naviance or college application questions.
College Planning Links:

College Financial Aid

The FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) is required for many scholarships, grants, and other financial aid opportunities. Filling out the FAFSA as soon as possible could mean more money for college, especially for scholarships that are awarded on a first come first served basis, so keep an eye on scholarship deadlines. Below are links to scholarship lists, but be sure to review your college's financial aid website for more opportunities as well! If you or your student have any questions please contact our College/Career Advisor, Mrs. Ann Hoffman.
- Capital Area College Access Network
- GoingMerry
- Michigan Scholarships
- Lansing Community College Scholarships (January 31st deadline!)

NCAA/NAIA Accounts

If your student is planning to play college athletics, please follow up with our Athletic Director, Mr. Ken Hintze and Post-Secondary Advisor, Mrs. Ann Hoffman about your NCAA and/or NAIA clearinghouse accounts.

Diploma Names & Graduation Gowns Form - DUE NOVEMBER 1, 2022

All parents and students should complete this form as an extra checkpoint for accuracy of spelling for your official high school diploma and custom sizing for your graduation gown.
The cost of the graduation cap and gown is already covered with your tuition and fees and there is no additional cost on your part for this. The diploma order as well as the cap & gown order will be placed by Mrs. Karen Gavin for the entire senior class in November.
Deadline to complete the diploma name & gown size form: November 1, 2022.

Senior Yearbook Photos - DUE NOVEMBER 1, 2022

Information about Senior Yearbook Photos including photo requirements and instructors for submitting online.
If a senior photo is not received by the November 1 deadline, the school ID photo or a blank profile will be used instead.
Questions about yearbook photos should be directed to our Yearbook Advisor Mrs. Van Koevering
Deadline to submit the yearbook photo online: November 1, 2022

Graduation Products

Jostens is excited to help you celebrate your senior year! Please watch this short video for important information about ordering graduation announcements, senior apparel and more provided by our Jostens representative Amy Hollandsworth.
Click here to order graduation products from Jostens. Orders must be placed by November 23, 2022 to ensure a timely delivery in the spring and to receive the best prices.

Financial Aid Night - November 7, 2022

The Michigan Office of Scholarships and Grants will visit Lansing Catholic on Mon., Nov. 7 at 6pm in the Auditorium. The presentation will address college financial aid, including completing the FAFSA financial aid application, student loans, how to apply for scholarships, and more. All are welcome! College-bound Junior and Seniors and their families are highly encouraged to attend.

Senior Retreat - November 21 & 22, 2022

This year the senior class will attend a day retreat focused on equipping them for life after high school. We will have a unique format for this retreat: conference style with breakout sessions that seniors get to choose from.
Our Senior Retreat will take place from 8:30am to 3:30pm on both Monday, November 21 and Tuesday, November 22, 2022 at St. Francis Retreat Center in DeWitt. For more information about our retreat program, visit our Retreat Program doc and contact Mr. Ben Pohl with questions.

Senior Lunches with Mr. Iocco

As discussed at our fall senior student check in meeting, if you would like to have lunch with Mr. Iocco to discuss ideas and topics that you think would help our school better fulfill mission, please sign up here.

Kairos Retreat - March 16-19, 2023

Kairos is a three-night retreat that draws juniors and seniors into a deeper relationship with Jesus Christ. Participants will hear a series of talks, participate in discussions and activities, and celebrate the Eucharist together. Participants need not yet consider themselves disciples, but should be interested in examining their life in the light of the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Kairos is open to any juniors or seniors who would like to attend.
Kairos will take place after school on Thursday, March 16 and conclude the afternoon of Sunday, March 19, 2023. The retreat will be held at Colombiere Retreat and Conference Center in Clarkston and transportation will be provided. For more information about Kairos and our retreat program, please visit our Retreat Program doc and contact Mr. Ben Pohl with any questions.