Oct32023
Each week you’ll find updates from your College Counselors.
Seniors: RESCHEDULED - BLunch September 13 from 12:35 - 12:55pm. Topics include FERPA and adding Recommenders in the Common App. ATTENDANCE REQUIRED
All Students: The Scholastic Art and Writing Awards are now open. View their website for more information and how to enroll.
All Students: The Perry Virtual Experience is a free, 2.5-hour, interactive online experience for high school and college-aged students who gender-identify as female or nonbinary and are interested in pursuing careers in orthopedic surgery and engineering. Participants will hear from women leaders in these fields and dive into online orthopedic simulations and biomechanics experiments. Sessions are being held in September and October. Additional information can be found on their website.
All Students: The Cal State University system is holding CSU 2023 College Nights on September 26th at the Hyatt Regency San Francisco Airport and at Cal State Sacramento on September 28. Register and more information
All Students: Athens Advisors offers college tours. Check out the Pacific Northwest, Southern California or the Rocky Mountains. We’ve been told the Southern California tour fills up fast.
All Students: The Coalition for College is offering workshops this fall on topics including the FAFSA, CSS Profile, and Succeeding in College as a First Generation Student. Information.
Juniors: September To Do List
Seniors: September To Do List
Seniors: HOWL (Here on Wednesdays Late) is held 3:00 - 4:30 PM every Wednesday into November. Stop by to ask college counselors questions and work on your applications. We provide snacks!
Sophomores, Juniors and Seniors: The Vermont Pitch Challenge gives high school entrepreneurs from across the globe the chance to pitch innovative businesses that make a difference in their communities. Along the way, they’ll learn from top experts about how to write a business plan, create a compelling pitch, and achieve their goals–all while competing for cash prizes and a full scholarship to UVM.
Seniors/Senior Families: Financial Aid Workshop with the College Money Method on October 3 at 6:30pm Registration
All Students: IU Kelley School of Business, Illinois Gies, Miami University Farmer School of Business are offering a virtual information session on September 20 at 2:00pm. Hear from admissions officers and learn about the value of an undergraduate business education. Registration
All Students: Eight of the Best Colleges Event - Claremont McKenna College, Colorado College, Connecticut College, Grinnell College, Haverford College, Kenyon, Macalester and Sarah Lawrence College are holding virtual and local events in early September where you can learn more about what they have to offer. Register
All Students: Check out our partnership with the College Money Method. The password to our resource page is chscmm. Here is also information on the new FAFSA Student Aid Index (SAI) Calculator.
Juniors and Seniors: College Rep Visits are in full swing! Check the schedule and sign up through Scoir and get a pass signed 48 hours ahead of time. This week’s visits include USC, the University of Oregon, Gonzaga and others!
Seniors: Niche Back to School Scholarship - Due September 27, 2023. You could win $25,000, 1 Award. No essay.
Lewis & Clark University - on campus Tuesday, September 12 from 8:55 - 9:35 AM
College Counseling Website
Scoir (for 11th and 12th graders)
College Planning Detailed Timeline
Juniors: September To Do List
Seniors: September To Do List
Seniors: REQUIRED ATTENDANCE! BLunch September 6 from 12:35 - 12:55pm. Topics include FERPA and adding Recommenders in the Common App.
Juniors and Seniors: Pre-register for the RACC College Fair. Over 25 colleges are attending and will be in the Garaventa at CHS on September 7, 6:30-8:30PM. During the fair, colleges will scan your barcode to send you more information about their schools. The day after the fair, you will receive a report with information on the colleges with whom you scanned.
Seniors: HOWL (Here on Wednesdays Late) begins September 6 at 3:00PM and will be held every Wednesday into November. Stop by to ask college counselors questions and work on your applications. We provide snacks!
All Students: The Cal State University system is holding their CSU 2023 College night on September 26th at the Hyatt Regency San Francisco Airport. Register and more information.
Seniors/Senior Families: Financial Aid Workshop with the College Money Method on October 3 at 6:30pm Registration
All Students: We are excited to announce our partnership with the College Money Method. The password to our resource page is chscmm. Here is also information on the new FAFSA Student Aid Index (SAI) Calculator.
Juniors and Seniors: College Rep Visits next week include: Baylor, Boston University and Michigan State among others! Check Scoir to see who’s visiting and to sign up.
Sophomores, Juniors and Seniors: The Vermont Pitch Challenge gives high school entrepreneurs from across the globe the chance to pitch innovative businesses that make a difference in their communities. Along the way, they’ll learn from top experts about how to write a business plan, create a compelling pitch, and achieve their goals–all while competing for cash prizes and a full scholarship to UVM.
All Students: Learn about the Digital SAT and PSAT with Compass or Revolution Prep.
All Students: Emory University, Johns Hopkins University, University of Notre Dame, Washington University in St. Louis are holding local information sessions for students interested in learning more about these institutions. Registration
All Students: IU Kelley School of Business, Illinois Gies, Miami University Farmer School of Business are offering a virtual information session on September 20 at 2:00pm. Hear from admissions officers and learn about the value of an undergraduate business education. Registration
All Students: Eight of the Best Colleges Event - Claremont McKenna College, Colorado College, Connecticut College, Grinnell College, Haverford College, Kenyon, Macalester and Sarah Lawrence College are holding virtual and local events in early September where you can learn more about what they have to offer. Register
Elon University - on campus Wednesday, September 6 at 10:10AM
Scoir (for 11th and 12th graders)
College Planning Detailed Timeline
Seniors: Financial Aid Workshop with the College Money Method on October 3 at 6:30pm Registration
Seniors: REQUIRED ATTENDANCE! BLunch September 6 from 12:35 - 12:55pm. Topics include FERPA and adding Recommenders in the Common App.
All Students: Learn about the Digital SAT and PSAT with Compass or Revolution Prep.
Juniors and Seniors: College Rep Visits start this week. See who’s coming and sign up on Scoir.
All Students: Six Colleges in Oakland: Amherst, Bowdoin, Carleton, Pomona, Swarthmore, and Williams will be holding an event on August 27 at 2:00pm at Oakland Technical High School. They will discuss the value and affordability of the liberal arts, provide specific information about each individual institution, and provide you an opportunity to connect with them. Register
Seniors: HBCU College Fair: If you’d like to attend the HBCU College Fair on Tuesday, September 12 from 9:00AM - 12:00PM, please complete the interest form by Sept. 1. This event helps students engage directly with recruiters from over 30 HBCUs to gain insights into academic programs, campus life, scholarship opportunities, application waivers, and on the spot admissions!
Juniors and Seniors: Coaching opportunities are available with the City of Walnut Creek for weekdays after school. They are currently in volleyball season. Contact
All Students: Emory University, Johns Hopkins University, University of Notre Dame, Washington University in St. Louis are holding local information sessions for students interested in learning more about these institutions. Registration
All Students: IU Kelley School of Business, Illinois Gies, Miami University Farmer School of Business are offering a virtual information session on September 20 at 2:00pm. Hear from admissions officers and learn about the value of an undergraduate business education. Registration
All Students: Information on the new FAFSA Student Aid Index (SAI) Calculator from the College Money Method.
All Students: Eight of the Best Colleges Event - Claremont McKenna College, Colorado College, Connecticut College, Grinnell College, Haverford College, Kenyon, Macalester and Sarah Lawrence College are holding virtual and local events in early September where you can learn more about what they have to offer. Register
Davidson College - visiting campus next Wednesday August 30:
Scoir (for 11th and 12th graders)