College & Career Centers Updates

We are excited to share that Alhambra USD is a proud partner of CaliforniaColleges.edu, a comprehensive platform that provides students and families with essential resources to explore post-secondary options, plan for college, and prepare for future careers.

CaliforniaColleges.edu is an all-in-one tool designed to guide students through every step of their college and career planning journey. From career assessments to academic planning, it serves as a personalized hub to help students achieve their future goals.

• Explore careers based on your skills and interests.
• Plan your high school courses with the Academic Planner.
• Build a personalized college list and track application deadlines.
• Find scholarships and financial aid opportunities.
• Get step-by-step guidance for college applications.
• Seniors can import their PowerSchool grades for easy application submissions.

Take advantage of this powerful resource to help your student succeed! If you have any questions or need assistance, reach out to your school's College & Career Center.

Instructions for Activating Your CaliforniaColleges.edu Account

• Visit the Website: Go to CaliforniaColleges.edu.
• Select "Register": Click on the "Register" button located in the top-right corner of the homepage.
• Choose: I am a Student
• Choose Your District: select "Alhambra Unified " from the list of partner districts.
• Type in the name of your school
• Complete Student Information: Fill in your details, including your name, birth date, and your school-issued email address (e.g., IDnumber@students.ausd.us).
• Create a Password: Choose a secure password for your account.
• Submit Registration: Follow the prompts to complete your registration.
• Log In: Once registered, return to the homepage, click on "Sign In," and enter your AUSD email address and newly created password.
  

CaliforniaColleges.edu offers a wide range of assessments and planning tools to help high school students get on the right track:

• Career Interest Profiler: Discover careers that match your interests by answering a series of questions about your preferences. This tool provides detailed information about various occupations, including required education levels, potential earnings, and job outlook.

• Career Cluster Inventory: Find out which career clusters best align with your skills and interests. This assessment helps you explore related careers and educational pathways.

• College Search Tool: Research colleges and universities that meet your academic and personal preferences. Compare different schools, save your top choices, and track application deadlines.

• Major Finder: Learn about different college majors and the careers they can lead to, helping you make informed decisions about your academic future.

• Academic Planner: Map out your high school courses and track your progress to ensure you're meeting graduation requirements and preparing for college.

• Financial Aid and Scholarship Search: Use tools to find scholarships, learn about financial aid options, and understand how to pay for college.

See below graphic for specific grade level information and limitations.

CaliforniaColleges.edu offers a comprehensive and user-friendly platform to help students manage the financial aid process. Here are the key benefits:

• Apply for FAFSA or CADAA: Launch and complete your financial aid applications directly through the platform, ensuring accuracy and efficiency.
• Personalized Guidance: Receive step-by-step support and helpful reminders for important deadlines to keep your applications on track.
• Maximize Funding Opportunities: Explore various financial aid options, including scholarships, grants, and loans, all in one place.
• Stay Organized: Track your application progress and receive updates in real-time through your CaliforniaColleges.edu account.

By using CaliforniaColleges.edu, students can streamline the financial aid process and increase their chances of securing the funds they need for college.

If you're a senior, CaliforniaColleges.edu makes applying to college even easier! You can directly import your grades from PowerSchool into your college applications. This feature streamlines the application process and ensures accuracy when applying to California State Universities (CSUs), University of California (UC) campuses, and through the Common Application.

IMPORTANT NOTE: If your grades are not imported into CaliforniaColleges.edu, it may be because your parents opted out of this feature. Your parent can email your academic school counselor to let them know you want to be opted back in.

Parents and guardians, CaliforniaColleges.edu allows you to support your student’s college and career planning. You can create your own account and stay informed about your student’s progress, explore college and financial aid options, and access tools to guide them through their academic journey.

To create a parent account:

1. Visit CaliforniaColleges.edu.
2. Click on "Register" in the top-right corner.
3. Follow the prompts to sign up as a parent and connect your account with your student’s profile.

🚨IMPORTANT NOTE:

Opt In/Opt Out

If you had selected to opt-out of having your child's PowerSchool account sync to CaliforniaColleges.edu when you filled out your child's enrollment forms, you can easily opt back in. Just email your child's school counselor:, "I give permission to have my child's PowerSchool account connect to CaliforniaColleges.edu. My child's name is (insert first and last name, include ID number).

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