Counseling Corner
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Counselor: Arliss Tredway
Phone: (903) 527-3164
E-mail:
atredway@caddomillsisd.org
For
TESTING INFORMATION
Caddo Mills High School Code Number: 441-040
See campus specific handbook for dates
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| FAFSA on the Web | Complete information and an on-line form for the Free Application for Federal Student Aid. |
| FAFSA PIN Registration | |
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