Grade 12 Senior
Welcome Class of 2026
Senior Class Meeting Recap
- Graduation Apparel: National Achievers will be the source for all graduation apparel for Ballard, including caps and gowns, tassels, diploma cover, announcements with school image on the keepsake announcement and more. Visit the National Achiever/Jostens to place orders.
- Seniors were given a packet of information and details on products, deadlines, and ordering the Graduation specific items (Cap & Gown & Stole & Tassel) at the Senior Meeting in October.
- Note: The Counseling Center has loaner Caps & Gowns (no tassel or stoles). Seniors would still need to purchase a tassel and stole. Use this National Achiever site if ONLY ordering a Stole and Tassel. (if you need assistance reach out to a BHS Counselor)
- Cap & Gown (Stole & Tassel) Orders Due by December 15, 2025. Questions 1-425-357-1338.
- Graduation Requirements (Service Learning, PE Waivers):
- Make sure to complete all 60 hours of Service Learning and turned the forms.
- Take the PE comp exam if you haven’t already.
- If you have questions about these requirements, drop in to see your counselor at lunch, or make an appointment on the BHS website.
- Senior Portraits (if interested)/Grad Ads: Senior pictures need to be submitted by Nov. 13. Grad Ads (if interested) are due Dec. 1. Learn more about how to summit information.
- Common App: Students who are applying to college using the Common Application need to add their counselors to the portal as soon as possible and make sure to inform counselors and teachers about their letter of recommendation (if needed).
- Where to find more information: For continued information throughout the school year make sure you check your email regularly and follow the class Instagram, ballardhsclassof2026, look for updates on the senior board in the main hallway!
- Please Complete the Form for Input on Senior Class Events! Make sure to fill out the Senior Year Events Form for opinions on merchandise, Senior of the Month, Prom, Designs, and More!
Senior News
College Visits, Events, and Fairs Information.
Check Out the Counseling Dashboard for important information for all students and families.
All the ways for students to stay in the know with Club events and updates for Ballard HS.
More Ways To Stay Up-To Date!
Stay caught up and follow the Ballard Class of 2026 Instagram.
For information throughout the school year follow the Class Instagram 2026 and check the BHS Website Online Announcement page often, look for updates on the Senior Board in the Main Hallway. Sign up for the Class of 2026 Senior & Family Facebook page too!
Senior Resources
Applying to College & Post High School
If you are looking for help with a college list, log into your Naviance account. Use the SuperMatch tool to search for colleges that would be a good fit. The Ballard HS Counseling Center pages: Applying to College and Post High School Options have a considerable amount of resources and helpful information posted that the Counselors have put together for your reference, so check them out!
Applying to College
Refer to this page for answers to commonly asked questions about applying to college – both 4 year and 2 year as well as upcoming events and opportunities. Explore the sections on the Applying to College page for helpful information for Ballard Seniors and their families. Check back regularly, as new content is being added.
Post High School Options
Refer to this page for answers to commonly asked questions about post high school options and resources. Explore the sections on the Post High School Options page for helpful information for Ballard Seniors and their families. Check back regularly, as new content is being added.
Can’t Find What You Are Looking For?
Email me with tips on information you would like located here or better ways to support your searches on the Ballard HS website. Diane Taylor, BHS Website Editor at dmtaylor@seattleschools.org Thank you!
As of October 27, 2025



