Congratulations on reaching this important milestone in your educational journey. Grade 12 is an exciting year, but it also includes several important academic, administrative and tertiary-planning steps.
This page brings together the key Grade 12 timelines, processes and resources for Kairos families. You will find guidance for both Kairos academic calendars, tertiary applications, interim transcripts, graduation documents and planning beyond high school.
Please also continue using your Kairos e-Planner, which provides more detailed guidance for your student’s individual academic pathway. As you plan for the year ahead, we encourage you to seek God’s direction and move forward with wisdom, diligence and confidence.
Key Grade 12 Timeline
The activities and deadlines for Grade 12 differ according to the academic calendar your family follows. Download the guide that applies to your student.
ALPHA Calendar: January to December
This guide provides an overview of the important Grade 12 activities and timelines for students following the Kairos ALPHA Calendar:
US Calendar – June, July or August to June, with an optional Summer Semester
This guide provides an overview of the important Grade 12 activities and timelines for students following the US academic calendar.
Tertiary Applications and Interim Transcript
Application dates and document requirements differ between universities, colleges, training institutions and prospective employers. Families are responsible for confirming the requirements and closing dates of each institution directly.
Students who are still completing Grade 12 may need an official interim transcript for tertiary applications. The following guide explains the request process and clarifies the responsibilities of the family, Kairos Academy SA and HomeLife Academy.
Graduation Requests
Our aim is to make the graduation process as clear, cost-effective and manageable as possible, while helping each student receive their well-earned diploma and final transcript timeously.
The graduation guide explains:
- when and how to request the Graduation Package;
- the responsibilities of the student, family, Kairos Academy SA and HomeLife Academy;
- the ordering and payment process; and
- the expected timeline for the delivery of official graduation documents from HomeLife Academy in Tennessee to students in South Africa.
Senior Webinars
Recordings and updates from our senior webinars are available in the Kairos Senior Corner on YouTube.
Families may also watch our American High School Diploma webinar for helpful information, family experiences and insight from a South African tertiary institution.
Tertiary Planning and Beyond
Whilst our solution is for Grade R-12 students, our Kairos families are invited to join the Kairos Tertiary and Beyond group for ongoing information, shared experiences and tertiary-planning support.
The following pages provide further guidance:
Tertiary and Administrative Guidance
Further Reading
Whilst these two articles will provide further support and insight:
Move Forward with Confidence!
The final school year includes many decisions and deadlines, but you do not need to navigate them without guidance. Use the relevant planning documents, keep your academic records up to date and contact Kairos when you need assistance with one of the processes described above.
May this final year be marked by growth, perseverance and a clear sense of God’s direction for the journey ahead.
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