
GHS COLLEGE & CAREER CENTER
NOVEMBER 2024

November updates from the College & Career Center!
Please visit our websites as they are updated often:
College Application Workshops
Wednesday's in November from 9:00 - 9:45 am and 2:00 - 2:45 pm
College Application Workshops will continue through November. These workshops give seniors the opportunity to work with the Counseling & Career Center on their college applications. Seniors can use this time to work on their college applications, ask questions or have us review their applications before they hit submit. We can also review college essays and PIQs during this time.
College Application Workshop Registration (seniors must register using their LVJUSD account)
PSAT/NMSQT Score Release
Students who took the PSAT/NMSQT last month should have access to their scores starting on November 7. Students who provided their mobile number on the test registration should receive a text message from College Board when scores are available. Students may view their scores through the BigFuture School app or online on their personal College Board account. Please note that scores come directly from College Board. More information will be provided when scores are officially released.
Last Minute College Application Help
The College and Career Center will be available for last minute college application help. Seniors can stop by the College and Career Center before school, during passing period and/or an open period, at lunch or after school until 4:00 pm on the following days:
Friday, November 22
Monday, December 2
*The CSU/UC application deadline is December 2 at 11:59 pm
Matador Meeting: Teen Mental Health Resources
Wednesday, November 20 during ASE in the Little Theater
Students will learn more about teen mental health as well as resources both on campus and in the community. All students are welcome.
Financial Aid Night: Save the Date
Tuesday, December 10 from 6:00 - 7:00 pm
We are hosting a Virtual Financial Aid Night on for all LVJUSD students and parents/guardians. This event will be presented by the University of the Pacific Financial Department. This is a must-attend event for families wondering how to pay for college and/or need clarification about the financial aid process. This event is open to all students and parents/guardians but current seniors and senior families are encouraged to attend.
Upcoming Field Trip
December 4 - DC 16 in San Leandro
Students are invited to tour DC 16 in San Leandro. DC 16 are Painters, Drywall Finishers, Glaziers, Floor Coverers and Specialty Craft Workers. Students will have the opportunity to tour the facility and learn more about the programs offered as well as participate in hands-on activities and enjoy lunch. Transportation will be provided. This field trip is open to sophomores, juniors and seniors. Students can use the link below to register by November 6.
What Have We Been Doing? October Recap
PSAT/NMSQT
College Application Workshops
Out-of-State College Fair
Las Positas College Counselor Open House
Matador Meeting: College Essays / PIQs
Halloween Fun (we won the costume contest!)
Upcoming Events
November
November 6: University of Portland College Visit
November 6: College Application Workshops
November 7: University of Oregon and Arizona State University College Visit
November 7: PSAT/NMSQT Score Release (More Info)
November 9: Practice SAT/ACT with Revolution Prep (Register Here)
November 13: St. Mary's College Visit
November 13: College Application Workshops
November 20: College Application Workshops
November 20: Matador Meeting: Teen Mental Health Resources
November 22: Last Minute College Application Help
December
December 2: Last Minute College Application Help
December 2: CSU/UC Application Deadline
December 10: Financial Aid Night (virtual)
December 11: Matador Meeting: Financial Aid & Scholarships
December 18-20: Finals
December 23: Winter Break Begins
For more upcoming events, please visit our event calendar. Events are added often so please continue to check the calendar.
*Events are subject to change
GHS College & Career Center Schoology Group
This group will provide students and parents with information related to the GHS College & Career Center. We will provide information, updates and upcoming event information throughout the school year.
To access the group, please login to your Schoology account and go to Groups - School Groups - Find and click on GHS College & Career Center 2024-2025 - Click 'Join Group'.