GHS COLLEGE & CAREER CENTER
DECEMBER 2024
December updates from the College & Career Center!
Please visit our websites as they are updated often:
Financial Aid: FAFSA/CADAA
The 2025-2026 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and the California Dream Act Application (CADAA) are now available. Seniors, with the help of their parents/guardians, should complete the FAFSA or CADAA to ensure students receive the maximum amount of aid for college. Aid can include grants, loans and/or work study. It is important to check with individual colleges for specific deadlines.
Students who plan to attend Las Positas College must complete the FAFSA or CADAA to be eligible for the LPC Free Tuition Promise.
PSAT/NMSQT Scores Now Available
Scores are now available for students who took the PSAT/NMSQT. Students may view their scores through the BigFuture School app or online on their personal College Board account.
Financial Aid Night
Tuesday, December 10 from 6:00 - 7:00 pm
Virtual
Financial Aid Night is for families interested in information on 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. This event will be presented by the University of the Pacific Financial Department and the link to access the event will be emailed soon.
Matador Meeting: Financial Aid & Scholarships
Wednesday, December 11 during ASE in room 302
Students will learn more about financial aid and scholarships, including the FAFSA, CADAA and more. Students will also receive resources including checklists, scholarship trackers and more. All students are welcome.
Las Positas College Information Night
Monday, January 13 from 5:00 - 6:00 pm
GHS Student Union
This event is for seniors and parents/guardians who are planning to attend Las Positas College or another community college. Families will hear from Las Positas College staff about the admissions process, transfer options, including guaranteed transfer programs, degrees and certificates, support services and the importance of financial aid.
Las Positas College Disability Resource Center Info Session
Tuesday, January 21 from 6:00 - 7:00 pm
Virtual
Do you have an IEP, 504, or an emergency plan due to a medically related disability? If so, this session is for you. Seniors and parents/guardians are invited to learn about the support options at Las Positas College through the Disability Resource Center.
GHS Counseling Grab and Go Lunch Meetings
The Counseling Department is hosting monthly Grab and Go Lunch Meetings for students who are interested in meeting new people and getting involved in the Granada community. Students who are interested in joining, please email Ms. Solomon (msolomon@lvjusd.org) for an invite to the next meeting.
What Have We Been Doing This Month: November Recap
College Application Workshops
California Scholarship Federation (CSF) Club Meeting
Senior Class Visits
Grab and Go Lunch Group
Las Positas College Field Trip
Upcoming Events
December
December 1: FAFSA / CADAA Now Available
December 2: Last Minute College Application Help
December 2: CSU/UC Application Deadline
December 4: Field Trip to DC 16
December 10: Financial Aid Night (virtual)
December 11: Matador Meeting: Financial Aid & Scholarships
December 18 - 20: Finals
December 23: Winter Break Begins
January
January 13: Las Positas College Information Night
January 21: LPC Disability Resource Center Information Night (virtual)
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