November Update

• A look into November
• SENIORS: iApplied Night
• Saturday Success Academy
• College and Career: Office Hours Support
• November Scholarship
• College Spotlight
• Grade Level Postsecondary Preparedness Resources
  
• Social & Emotional Resources

Join us on November 2nd in the Media Center from 4:00 - 8:00 pm. There are workshops available for every senior going to a 2-year college or 4-year university as well as Financial Aid and CA Dream Act support. A few things to highlight:

• $1,000 scholarship opportunity for all students attending
• ON-THE-SPOT ACCEPTANCES! Cal Baptist University and Grand Canyon University Admissions Representatives will be present and supporting students from the start to finish of their application.
• Counselor support for financial aid applications and college applications.
• Bilingual support for students and families.
• Financial Aid Overview Presentations for students and families
• Norco College Disability Resource Center is available to speak to students receiving special education services on the transition to community college.
• Local Scholarship Packet Overview – students will be able to walk through the scholarship packet step by step!
• One on One application essay review before submitting!

Whether you plan to receive assistance for applications or financial aid, DON'T FORGET TO BRING YOUR DEVICE. We look forward to seeing you there!

The return of Saturday Success Academy (SSA) is here! Please join your school counselors on November 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.

• 100 Brave/Interesting Questions + NYT Writing Prompts for Students: Start keeping a journal—here are some questions for inspiration.
  
• Could your high school grades be worth $100k? If you’re wondering whether your freshman year grades matter (yes, they do), then read this article to learn more about merit-based financial aid.
  
• Feeling like you’re falling behind in a class? Don’t be afraid to ask for help, and the sooner, the better. Check in with your teacher. Ask older students and/or peers if they might be open to tutoring. Form a study group.
  

• Values Exercise (video): Use your priority values to guide your extracurricular choices. This is a great time to deepen your involvement in the clubs/teams/jobs that excite you— maybe take on a leadership role. Or sign up for a new club? Or start your own?
  
• Tips for Planning a College Visit: Make a commitment to visit one local college between now and the end of the school year. That experience can be a great reference point as you begin to figure out what you’re looking for in a school. And some schools offer incentive grants if you visit campus, either in person or virtually.
  
• Start thinking about financial fit: As you begin your college search, it’s important to think about cost. Experiment with the Net Price Calculator to get a rough estimate of what you might pay for college, and start the conversation with your parents or guardians.
  

• How to Create a College List (with spreadsheet tracker) - Use this guide tool to begin building a list of schools you’re excited about. Resources for specific student populations:
  

• College List Building Resources for FGLI students

• ScholarMatcher: Awesome search tool for low-income/first gen students

• The Hundred-Seven and College Equity Index: Excellent resources for Black students

• College Advising Guide for Undocumented Students

• I’m First: Guide for first-generation college students and their families

• Tips and Campus Pride: Resources for the LGBTQ+ community

• Women’s colleges: Seven reasons you should consider a single-sex school

• HBCUs, HSIs and TCUs: Essential tips when considering one of these institutions committed to serving underrepresented students

• American Indian College Fund: List and descriptions of tribal colleges and universities

• AICAD: List of 42 colleges of art and design that allows you to search by major and by region

• Lay the groundwork for fee waivers: Have you filled out the free/reduced-school lunch form? If your family qualifies, you’ll be eligible for fee waivers for the SAT/ACT as well as for college applications. This simple step can save you hundreds of dollars.
  

• UC and CSU applications are due at the end of the month, so make sure you don’t miss the deadlines for these California universities.
• Supplemental essay responses: This is your go-to guide when applying to colleges that require more than a personal statement.
• Check your applicant portals and emails: Portals are the place where colleges keep applicant information and where you can update contact information, monitor application status, upload and track documents, and view the final admission decision. If you miss a request for more information or a document, it could jeopardize your admission chances, so make it a habit to check regularly.
• The Great College Essay Test: Assess how ready your essays are to submit.

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