Good Reminder to Have Graduating Students Switch Their E-mails to Personal Ones

If they’ve been using their school email for scholarships, college apps, or job searches, they could lose access after graduation—and miss out on key updates.

Below is a ready-to-send message courtesy of Going Merry ( http://www.goingmerry.com ) that you can forward or drop into Google Classroom to help your senior switch to a personal email.

PS – Need to remind your juniors not to make this mistake? Here’s an email template for them, too! 

Student Email Template (For Seniors):
Subject: Action Needed: Create a Personal Email Before Graduation

Hi [Student Name],

Have you used your school email to apply for scholarships, college, or jobs? If so, you’ll want to switch to a personal email address ASAP. Most school accounts get shut off after graduation, which means you could miss essential updates (or lose access entirely).

Here’s what to do:
  Create a professional personal email (e.g., firstname.lastname@gmail.com)
  Update your email address on any accounts tied to your school email:

• College application portals (like Common App or university logins)
• Scholarship platforms (like Going Merry or others)
• Job search accounts (Indeed, Handshake, etc.)
• Any subscriptions or alerts (SAT/ACT, FAFSA, etc.)

It only takes a few minutes, but can save you a big headache later.
You’ve worked hard to get here—make sure you don’t miss your next opportunity.

Kind regards, 
Your Counselor