College and Career






HHS Visitor Schedule (College, Military, & Career Reps)



 Welcome to the College and Career Website!

Whether your plans for life after Homewood High School involve attending a four-year or two-year college, serving in the military, or joining the work force, this site will provide helpful resources.  Please use the tabs on the left to navigate through the site.

Feel free to contact the HHS College & Career Counselor,
Elaine Meeks, with questions or to schedule an appointment -- emeeks@homewood.k12.al.us or 205-871-9663.  The Guidance fax number is 205.423.2493.

College and Career Handbook
Detailed information about the college and career planning process

Common Application
Resources for creating and managing an applicant account on the Common App website

Cappex - Your College Decision Headquarters
Find Colleges and Scholarships

Potential Magazine - Parenting Teens to Achieve
This publication is free and is full of resources about scholarships, test prep, choosing the right college, and much more.  Check it out today!

Upcoming Events

College Planning Program for Juniors & their Parents
* Tuesday, Oct. 30, 6:00-7:00 p.m.
* HHS Bailey Theatre
* "Finding the Right College Fit" - presented by a local college admissions director
* Additional topics to be covered include: standardized tests, NCAA eligibility, junior year timeline, financial aid/scholarships, helping resources

October 27th ACT
* deadline to register is Friday, Sept. 28th
* need a fee waiver?  See Mrs. Meeks if you receive free/reduced lunch assistance
* free online prep for all students at www.act.org/academy