College & Career Centers Updates

As we head into the final stretch of the fall semester, we want to remind families and students about key deadlines and events. November is a short month with less than 15 school days, making it even more important for seniors to stay on top of college applications. With the UC and CSU application deadlines set for December 2nd, we encourage students to attend the College Application Workshops during the school day and submit applications early, before Thanksgiving Break.

Remember to save copies of your applications and essays before submitting them, and be on the lookout for emails from colleges within 48 hours of submission. These emails will include instructions on setting up your applicant portals, where you can track your application status, submit documents, and receive your admission decisions. Checking these portals regularly is crucial to ensure you don't miss important updates or requests for additional information.

Key Dates - No School:

• Pupil Free Day (11/1)
• Veterans Day (11/11)
• Thanksgiving Break (11/25-11/29)

Stay focused and utilize the resources available to you as we approach these important deadlines!

Exciting news! The Spring Early College Program (ECP) schedule is now available, and students can sign up for dual enrollment classes to earn college credits. Most courses are UC and CSU transferable, allowing students to jumpstart their college journey while still in high school!

Benefits of Dual Enrollment:

• Get ahead on General Education (GE) requirements
• Explore career pathways with courses in Finance, Legal Office Assistant, Allied Health, Architecture/Construction/Engineering (ACES), Child Development, Computer Information Systems, and more
• Save on college costs by earning credits early
• Gain real college experience to ease the transition after high school

Don’t miss this chance to accelerate your path to success! Check out the schedule and sign up for classes today!

View the Class Schedule Here!

Please note the class schedule for class modes & times. All courses are online and in either Synchronous or Asynchronous formats.

Synchronous Classes

• Real-time, live Zoom sessions with set schedules.
• Immediate interaction with instructors and peers.

Asynchronous Classes

• No set meeting times; work is done on your own schedule.
• Ideal for flexible, independent learning.

Regardless of the format, students are responsible for staying on top of their work.

The following events/presentations, held during the school day, are open to all 9th-12th grade students (unless otherwise specified). See the site-based info below for more details.

Mark your calendars for our upcoming presentations designed to help students explore post-secondary options and navigate the college and career landscape. These sessions will provide valuable insights on career pathways, financial aid, and specialized programs. All presentations will be held from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Zoom.

Future Presentation Links will be shared as the date gets closer:

• 1/22/25 - Post Secondary Options for CTE Pathways and Labor Market Demands
• 2/5/25 - Financial Aid & Scholarships
• 3/5/25 - ELAC College Promise, Skill Certificates, Pathway to Law/STEM Summer Bridge/Skills Certificates/AA/AAT/TAG
• 4/9/25 - College Search - Finding the Right Fit

This school year, the College & Career Center is excited to offer students the chance to explore a variety of local universities through organized college field trips.

To ensure fair access for all interested students, each student is allowed a maximum of two field trips per school year, due to limited budget and space.

Upcoming Trips:

• Cal Poly Pomona: November 15, 2024 - Permission slips available: Visit your College & Career Center to sign up—spaces are limited, so act quickly!

Other Upcoming Trips - Permission Slips not available yet:

• Carpenters Union Training Center: February 19, 2025
• LA Trade Tech College: February 27, 2025
• Pasadena City College: March 21, 2025

Important notes:

• Students may not pick up permission slips for friends.
• Spots on the bus are not guaranteed.
• After submitting your permission slip and completing the pre-field trip worksheet (located on the back of the permission slip), it will be reviewed for completion. Notifications about secured bus spots will be sent via student email.
• All students must complete an after field trip worksheet to assess their learning and reflections from the experience. This assignment will help us understand how the trip impacted their perceptions of college life and their career aspirations. It will also allow students to articulate key takeaways and insights gained during the visit, ensuring that they can apply what they've learned to their future educational and career decisions.

Past Field Trips this 24-25 School Year:

• Azusa Pacific University
• California State University, Fullerton
• Citrus College
• UC Riverside

As a California public school student, your child may qualify for a CalKIDS scholarship ranging from $500 to $1,500 to help fund their college or career training.

This scholarship, funded by the State of California, can be used for a variety of education-related expenses, including tuition, fees, books, supplies, computer equipment, and even certain room and board costs.

Checking your child’s eligibility is quick and easy—it only takes a minute! Simply have their 10-digit Statewide Student Identifier (SSID) ready, which you can find on PowerSchool or your transcripts.

To learn more and see if your child qualifies, visit CalKIDS.org.

CTE Advisor (Roving)
Jose Cervantes

jimenez_jose@ausd.us

CLICK here to book an appointment with Mr. Cervantes

Servicing all 3 high schools:

AHS - Monday/Thursday

MKHS - Tuesday/Friday

SGHS - Wednesday