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8-29-23 — High Schools Host Events for Post-Secondary Success

Aug. 29, 2023 ~ Olathe Public Schools will host several events to help high school students prepare for post-secondary success. All events are open to high school students and their families across the district. Anyone wishing for more information should contact the counseling office at their child’s school. The events include:

  • Scholarship and Financial Aid / FAFSA Night is hosted by Olathe East High School, 14545 W. 127th Street, Olathe, Wednesday, Sept. 6. At 5:30 p.m., students and families may browse scholarship opportunities in the Commons, and at 6:30 p.m. parents and seniors will gather in the auditorium for a presentation on the new FAFSA form and federal changes coming in December.
  • Kansas City Metro Expo Fair is hosted by Olathe North High School, 600 E. Prairie, Olathe, from 6-8 p.m. Monday, Sept. 11. Follow the parking signs and enter through the Event entrance. Students and their families may visit with college admission representatives and learn more about financial aid.
  • NCAA Night is hosted by Olathe West High School, 2200 W. Santa Fe St., Olathe, starting at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 27.
  • College Planning Night is hosted by Olathe Northwest High School, 21300 College Boulevard, Olathe, beginning at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 25.
  • FAFSA Completion Workshop will be hosted by Olathe South High School, 1640 E. 151st St., Olathe, Wednesday, Jan. 10. From 5-8 p.m., seniors and their parents will receive information about applying for federal student aid.