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• Feb. 6-10, National School Counseling Week
• Grade Level 23/24 Course Selection
• Financial Aid - Race to Submit
• Financial Aid Support
• Grade Level Postsecondary Preparedness Resources
• Scholarship Opportunities
• Saturday Success Academy
• College and Career Spotlight
  
• Upcoming Events
• Social Emotional / Mental Health

National School Counseling Week 2023 (#NSCW23) is Feb. 6-10, 2023, to focus public attention on the unique contribution of school counselors within U.S. school systems. National School Counseling Week, sponsored by ASCA, highlights the tremendous impact school counselors can have in helping students achieve school success and plan for a career. National School Counseling Week is always celebrated the first full week in February.

Prior to course selection all Centennial students were informed of the courses offered during the following school year. Following the grade level presentations, students have the opportunity to in put the courses that they desire for the following school year. The course selection for students ends on Friday, February 3rd through student connect. If a student misses their opportunity to input the courses they most desire, a students school counselor will then select courses for him/her/them. We continue to encourage students to sit with their parents and/or guardians to select the courses they prefer. Through the months of February and March, students will have the opportunity to meet individually with their school counselor to review and discuss their individual plans, post-secondary plans, and ask questions for more clarity. Please take a look at the online COURSE CATALOG and familiarize yourself on course options. Be sure to view a breakdown of the required courses based on your grade level below.

The following courses are a typical 10th grade schedule:

1. REQUIRED - Language Arts (Honors Available)
2. REQUIRED - Math (Enhanced Available)
3. REQUIRED - World History (Advanced Placement Available)
4. REQUIRED - Physical Science - Most Sophomores will take Chemistry (Honors Available)
5. REQUIRED - PE (unless taken over summer/previously discussed with a counselor)
6. ELECTIVE

1. The following courses are a typical 11th grade schedule:
   
   REQUIRED - Language Arts (Advanced Placement Available)
2. REQUIRED - U.S. History (Advanced Placement Available)
3. REQUIRED FOR 4 YEAR ADMISSIONS - Math (Enhanced/Honors/AP Available)
4. PHYSICS
5. ELECTIVE
6. ELECTIVE

The following courses are a typical 12th grade schedule:

1. REQUIRED - Language Arts (Advanced Placement Available)
2. REQUIRED - Government/Economics (Advanced Placement Available)
3. ELECTIVE
4. ELECTIVE
   
5. ELECTIVE
6. ELECTIVE

As the cost of college continues to increase, financial aid has become more important than ever. California residents interested in Community College are offered two years free of full time education through the California Promise Grant. The Promise Grant removes the barrier to purse education by making it affordable. Full time students who hold their "promise' receive free tuition.

Steps and Criteria to Qualify for the Promise Program:

• Graduate from a local (California graduates) high school in this current year
• Complete the required FAFSA or Dream Act application
• Be a California resident or eligible by your AB 540/Dream Act Status
• Complete Community College Admissions Application

Please be sure to join your school counselors during the various support times and complete your financial aid application, the race is on!

• College App & Admissions Timeline: These resources and calendar will help you stay on track.
  
• Values Exercise (video): Spend some time thinking about your core values with this simple exercise. Your answers may help drive how you spend this upcoming summer.

• Virtual college fairs: There are many opportunities to attend college fairs from home, including sessions that focus on STEM programs and the visual and performing arts. These easy-to-attend virtual events can be a great window into what college is all about.
  
• YouScience aptitudes test: If you haven’t already, take this online assessment, which uses a combination of personality, interest, and aptitudes testing to help you explore careers that might be a good fit. Then see if you can connect with someone working in the field for an informational interview or job shadowing opportunity.
  
• Identify a summer program: Browse through options for day programs, residential programs, and online options that match an interest you might like to pursue.

• Virtual college fairs: There are many opportunities to attend college fairs from home, including sessions that focus on STEM programs and the visual and performing arts. These easy-to-attend virtual events can be a great window into what college is all about.

• Start looking out for fly-in program opportunities: These subsidized travel programs offer overnight campus visits for populations traditionally underrepresented in higher education.

• QuestBridge College Prep Scholars: See if you qualify to apply for this top-notch college admission support program.

• Pre-work for your teacher recommendations: Take a look at this form and imagine how your teacher(s) might fill it out. What are your strengths/areas for improvement? What words will come to their mind when they think of you? You’ll request teacher recs in May, so this is a good time to start thinking about these important pieces of the college application process.

• 5 Ways to Spend Your High School Summer: Think about your summer in the context of how your choices can help you to lead a happier life (really!).

• Senioritis: This is not the time to slack off. Colleges will see your final transcript this summer, and they do have the right to rescind (i.e., take back) their offer of admission if your spring grades drop significantly (gulp).

• Admitted student events: If possible, attend in-person and virtual events for admitted students to get your questions answered and help inform your decision-making process.

• Scholarships: Search for possible fits based on your academic interests, gender, religion, and more.

Please join your school counselors on February 4th & 25th Saturday Success Academy's (SSA) from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. for academic support. Centennial's esteemed International Baccalaureate and Middle Years Program students will be in attendance providing peer support for all students. If your student(s) plan to attend, please be aware that they are committing themselves to stay for all four hours of SSA. We look forward to seeing you there!

Every month, your school counselors will highlight a college and/or career. If you would like more information regarding the month's "spotlight", make sure to reach out to your counselor, or Ms. Villalobos, our College and Career Specialist.

This was a wealth of resources for students, parents, and families alike!

Centennial High School graduates are assertive, global citizens who accept challenges, embrace diversity, overcome obstacles, and work toward leaving a lasting legacy for the next generation. They reach their full potential in their communities as life-long learners who eagerly pursue knowledge and continually develop their skills. Our students meet the demands of the 21st-century workforce through problem-solving, collaboration, and effective communication.

As Centennial High School Counselors, our students are the highest priority. Our team is dedicated to providing a comprehensive, data-driven school counseling program that meets the academic, social-emotional, and post-secondary needs of all students. While working with stakeholders, we continually improve our direct and indirect services to ensure they are responsive to student needs, encourage academic success, and support the personal growth and well-being of all students. It is our duty to treat every student equitably with respect and dignity, regardless of race, ethnicity, culture, gender, sexual orientation, or educational needs. We advocate for student access to promote success for all students. We guide our students to develop the skills necessary to succeed in the 21st century while empowering them to pursue their college and career aspirations.

Become informed on important information and upcoming services that the counseling team will be offering in the weeks to come. Make sure to follow us on our social media platforms.

Email: cehscounselors@cnusd.k12.ca.us
Website: https://centennial.cnusd.k12.ca.us/
Location: Room 301 - Counseling Center
Phone: 9517395670
Twitter: @cen10counseling