Weekly Updates

• Juniors: Kickstart will be held on May 31-June 3 and August 1 and 2. The registration deadline is Monday, May 16. All rising seniors are strongly encouraged to attend to begin their college applications and essays. The morning session is full, so make sure to register soon for the afternoon session. Registration page.
• Juniors: UC San Diego is accepting applications for its FREE virtual Triton Summer Academy. This program is designed to familiarize students with the academic disciplines and campus life. Participants will also receive an extensive UC Admissions Application and Financial Aid workshop from UC San Diego professionals. Applications are due Friday, May 20.
• Juniors and Seniors: Seniors, are you wondering about the best ways to prep for the transition to college? Juniors, do you have questions about the application process? Join College Guidance Network for Straight Talk with College Admissions Leaders on Thursday, May 19 at 4:30 PM.
• Seniors: Roughing It Day Camp is hiring camp counselors and swim staff! Spend summer outdoors at the Lafayette Reservoir, hiking, canoeing, fishing and swimming. Learn more online.
• Sophomores and Juniors: Lehigh University is accepting applications from current high school sophomores and juniors for their virtual Iacocca Global Entrepreneurship Intensive (IGEI), taking place online during the summer of 2022.
• All Grade Levels: Coalition for College member schools are united in their mission to make college a reality for all students through free college planning tools that help students learn about, prepare for, and apply to college. Check out all of the upcoming events offered by Coalition for College and their member schools.
• All Grade Levels: Splash Swim School in Walnut Creek is hiring swim instructors and lifeguards. Call 925.838-SWIM for details.
• All Grade Levels: Vanderbilt will be visiting the Bay Area. Don’t miss this opportunity to visit with our admissions officers and learn more about Vanderbilt’s academic opportunities, student life, financial aid and scholarships, and Nashville. Register online.

• Seniors: This is a reminder that you must complete the Merit and Scholarship Form and the Graduation Survey (in Naviance) before graduation. If you did not receive any scholarship money, you still must complete the Merit and Scholarship Form and indicate that you didn’t receive any money.
• Juniors: Kickstart will be held on May 31-June 3 and August 1 and 2. The registration deadline is Monday, May 16. All rising seniors are strongly encouraged to attend to begin their college applications and essays. The morning session is full, so make sure to register soon for the afternoon session. Registration page.
• Juniors: Last week, Carondelet and De La Salle hosted College Preview Night. If you missed the presentation, here is a link to the recording and the information packet.
• Juniors: Admissions offices across the nation are ramping up virtual and in-person campus visits to help prospective and admitted students explore academic and student life options. Part of this planning includes the annual fly-in and diversity programs specifically hosted for students from underrepresented and underserved backgrounds. Check out this list of colleges that offer fly-in programs to prospective students.
• Sophomores and Juniors: Athens Advisors is hosting college tour trips this summer. For more information about these tours and to register, visit the Athens Advisor website.
• All Grade Levels: Applerouth is hosting an upcoming series about how to navigate the path to college. Register to attend a session.
• All Grade Levels: Six of the nation’s top liberal arts colleges —Amherst, Bowdoin, Carleton, Pomona, Swarthmore, and Williams—are joining forces to host, Starting Your College Search Process: A Special Session for First-Generation Students or Families with Fewer Financial Resources on May 19 at 5 pm. Students can register online.
• All Grade Levels: You’re invited to Engaging Distinctive Universities, a collaborative, engaging virtual event hosted by Emory University, Rice University, the University of Michigan, and the University of Washington. May 15 Student RSVP, May 17 Student RSVP
• All Grade Levels: Coalition for College member schools are united in their mission to make college a reality for all students through free college planning tools that help students learn about, prepare for, and apply to college. Check out all of the upcoming events offered by Coalition for College and their member schools.
• All Grade Levels: 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 orthopaedic surgery and engineering. Participants will hear from women leaders in these fields and dive into online orthopedic simulations and biomechanics experiments. Additional information for the May sessions can be found on their website.
• All Grade Levels: We are excited to once again be partnering with Girls With Impact and are able to bring you a special tuition discount for their 10-week mini-MBA program for young women, 14-18. Spring classes will begin in March, April, and May. Typically, the program costs $895, however Carondelet students are receiving a significant discount and will only pay $100! Use the code “CARONDELET” at checkout. Register online

• Juniors: Kickstart will be held on May 31-June 3 and August 1 and 2. All rising seniors are strongly encouraged to attend to begin their college applications and essays. The morning session is full, so make sure to register soon for the afternoon session. Registration page.
• Seniors: If you missed the Community Block on Wednesday, please make sure to read this follow-up message carefully for details regarding college to-dos that must be completed by graduation.
• All Grade Levels: You’re invited to Engaging Distinctive Universities, a collaborative, engaging virtual event hosted by Emory University, Rice University, the University of Michigan, and the University of Washington. May 15 Student RSVP, May 17 Student RSVP
• Juniors: Admissions offices across the nation are ramping up virtual and in-person campus visits to help prospective and admitted students explore academic and student life options. Part of this planning includes the annual fly-in and diversity programs specifically hosted for students from underrepresented and underserved backgrounds. Check out this list of colleges that offer fly-in programs to prospective students.
• All Grade Levels: Coalition for College member schools are united in their mission to make college a reality for all students through free college planning tools that help students learn about, prepare for, and apply to college. Check out all of the upcoming events offered by Coalition for College and their member schools.
• All Grade Levels: 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 orthopaedic surgery and engineering. Participants will hear from women leaders in these fields and dive into online orthopedic simulations and biomechanics experiments. Additional information for the May sessions can be found on their website.
• Sophomores and Juniors: Junior Achievement of Northern California, working in partnership with John Muir Health, are pleased to announce the JA/John Muir Health Young Healers Summer 2022 Internship. This internship opportunity will offer rising 11th and 12th Grade students career exploration, workshops, guest speakers, workforce readiness, networking, an internship project and much more. There is a paid stipend for this position. Applications are due May 1.
• All Grade Levels: We are excited to once again be partnering with Girls With Impact and are able to bring you a special tuition discount for their 10-week mini-MBA program for young women, 14-18. Spring classes will begin in March, April, and May. Typically, the program costs $895, however Carondelet students are receiving a significant discount and will only pay $100! Use the code “CARONDELET” at checkout. Register online
• All Grade Levels: Upcoming Events
  • Juniors Save the Date: College Kickstart - May 31 - June 3, 2022 | Register Today

• Juniors: Kickstart will be held on May 31-June 3 and August 1 and 2. All rising seniors are strongly encouraged to attend to begin their college applications and essays. The morning session is full, so make sure to register soon for the afternoon session. Registration page.
• Juniors: Carondelet and De La Salle will be hosting a virtual College Preview Night on Wednesday, April 27 from 6:30-8:00 PM. Come hear about the different college systems from panelists representing DVC, UCLA, University of San Francisco, and University of Utah. A Zoom link will be emailed closer to the date.
• Sophomores and Juniors: Junior Achievement of Northern California, working in partnership with John Muir Health, are pleased to announce the JA/John Muir Health Young Healers Summer 2022 Internship. This internship opportunity will offer rising 11th and 12th Grade students career exploration, workshops, guest speakers, workforce readiness, networking, an internship project and much more. There is a paid stipend for this position. Applications are due May 1.
• Seniors: On Wednesday, April 27, College and Career will be having the final Community Block session with you. We will be going over critical information that is required for graduation and for sending final transcripts to colleges. Make sure to attend!
• All Grade Levels: Real Talk is a safe space for Black students and their families to connect with colleges and access organizations across the country. Every session is authentic, engaging, and, most of all, real. The next session is Real Talk: Paying for College on Wednesday, April 20, and Thursday, April 21, at 4 p.m. Register online.
• All Grade Levels: Join the UC Davis Society of Women Engineers for Project Aspire, a day filled with interactive group activities geared to introduce female students (male students are welcome too) to engineering and STEM fields. It will be on Saturday, May 14th 2022, from 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM on Zoom. Register by April 22.
• All Grade Levels: Upcoming Events
• Juniors: (Virtual) College Preview Night - Wednesday, April 27, 6:30-8:00 PM
• Seniors: Final Community Block Presentation (mandatory) - Wednesday, April 27
• Juniors Save the Date: College Kickstart - May 31 - June 3, 2022 | Register Today

• Juniors: Kickstart registration has started and the morning session is filling up quickly! Kickstart will be held on May 31-June 3 and August 1 and 2. All rising seniors are strongly encouraged to attend to begin their college applications and essays. Registration page.
• Juniors: On Friday, April 1 during Community Block, College Counselors presented important information about letters of recommendation and college applications. If you were unable to attend, please review the powerpoint presentation and a screencast about how to request letters of recommendation in SCOIR.
• Juniors: Carondelet and De La Salle will be hosting a virtual College Preview Night on Wednesday, April 27 from 6:30-8:00 PM. Come hear about the different college systems from panelists representing DVC, UCLA, University of San Francisco, and University of Utah. A Zoom link will be emailed closer to the date.
• Sophomores: The Buck Fellows Program has extended its deadline to April 17. Students who are selected get one-on-one mentoring regarding careers and college, $6000 to use towards enrichment programs, college visits, and test preparation, and access to professional networking opportunities. First generation and low income students are encouraged to apply. Application Link
• All Grade Levels: Join the UC Davis Society of Women Engineers for Project Aspire, a day filled with interactive group activities geared to introduce female students (male students are welcome too) to engineering and STEM fields. It will be on Saturday, May 14th 2022, from 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM on Zoom. Register by April 22.
• All Grade Levels: UC Davis OWN IT is an annual women’s leadership conference that strives to empower the next generation of women entering the workforce. Their goal is to inspire our attendees to pursue their aspirations to the fullest of their abilities - regardless of race, background, experience, or personal struggles. Sign up to attend their virtual conference that’s being held on Sunday, April 10.
• All Grade Levels: Join the College Guidance Network with guests Brennan Barnard, Director of College Counseling at the Khan Lab School, Barry Schwartz, author of The Paradox of Choice and professor emeritus at Swarthmore College; and Jim Bock, Vice President and Dean of Admissions at Swarthmore at 4:30pm on Wednesday, April 13th, for Making Choices in College Admission: You’re in Control, a live interactive discussion on decision making and asserting yourself in the process. Register today.
• All Grade Levels: Real Talk is a safe space for Black students and their families to connect with colleges and access organizations across the country. Every session is authentic, engaging, and, most of all, real. The next session is Real Talk: Paying for College on Wednesday, April 20, and Thursday, April 21, at 4 p.m. Register online.
• All Grade Levels: We are excited to once again be partnering with Girls With Impact and are able to bring you a special tuition discount for their 10-week mini-MBA program for young women, 14-18. Spring classes will begin in March, April, and May. Typically, the program costs $895, however Carondelet students are receiving a significant discount and will only pay $100! Use the code “CARONDELET” at checkout. Register online
• All Grade Levels: On April 12 & 14, the Coalition for College will host a virtual fair, an opportunity for students to build their lists with smart college choices. More than 130 colleges will be on hand to share information about their schools and answer students’ questions. Learn More
• Juniors and Seniors: Sierra Nevada Journeys is hiring camp counselors to work at Grizzly Creek Ranch this summer. Students must be 18 years old to apply. Application information
• All Grade Levels: Upcoming Events
• Juniors: (Virtual) College Preview Night - Wednesday, April 27, 6:30-8:00 PM
• Seniors: Final Community Block Presentation (mandatory) - Wednesday, April 27
• Juniors Save the Date: College Kickstart - May 31 - June 3, 2022 | Register Today

• All Grade Levels: UC Davis OWN IT is an annual women’s leadership conference that strives to empower the next generation of women entering the workforce. Their goal is to inspire our attendees to pursue their aspirations to the fullest of their abilities - regardless of race, background, experience, or personal struggles. Sign up to attend their virtual conference that’s being held on Sunday, April 10.
• Juniors: Kickstart registration has started and the morning session is filling up quickly! Kickstart will be held on May 31-June 3 and August 1 and 2. All rising seniors are strongly encouraged to attend to begin their college applications and essays. Registration page.
• Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors: The City of Orinda is hiring camp counselors! Check out the job description for details.
• All Grade Levels: Teen Life now has digital publications that describe careers in specific industries and list programs and colleges where these careers can be discovered/pursued. Check out the most recent publications about careers in Arts and STEM.
• Seniors: The College Essay Guy, in partnership with financial aid expert Jodi Okun, has created a guide for how to write an effective financial aid appeal letter.
• All Grade Levels: On April 19 from 6:00-8:00 PM, students and parents are invited to attend the WACAC college fair in Santa Clara. This is a great opportunity to learn about a variety of colleges and speak with college representatives from around the world.
• All Grade Levels: Join Director of College Counseling Brennan Barnard and his guests Barry Schwartz, author of The Paradox of Choice and professor emeritus at Swarthmore College; and Jim Bock, Vice President and Dean of Admissions at Swarthmore on Wednesday, April 13th, for Making Choices in College Admission: You’re in Control, a live interactive discussion on decision making and asserting yourself in the process. Register today.
• All Grade Levels: Are you planning an upcoming college tour? If so, read this article about how to make the most of your college visit.
• All Grade Levels: Upcoming Events
• Pathways to Nursing, April 5, 7:00PM (Zoom) Register in advance.
• Juniors Save the Date: College Kickstart - May 31 - June 3, 2022 | Register Today

• Juniors: Kickstart registration has started! Kickstart, our annual college boot camp for rising seniors, will be held on May 31-June 3 and August 1 and 2. All rising seniors are strongly encouraged to attend to begin their college applications and essays. Registration page.
• Juniors: College Counselors are excited to begin meeting with you to dive into the college counseling experience! An email was sent earlier this week with details about the meetings and a link to your Counselor’s schedule. Please make sure to schedule a meeting soon.
• Freshmen and Sophomore Parents: College Counselors will be hosting a virtual Coffee with the Counselors on Tuesday, March 29 from 8:00-9:00am. This is a casual time for parents to ask any college-related questions they may have. A zoom link will be emailed to families on Monday, March 28.
• Sophomores: College Counselors presented in Christian Living classes this week to introduce students to the new college planning program, SCOIR, and to discuss how to find the right fit college for you. If you missed this session, please reach out to Mrs. San Miguel to get registered with SCOIR.
• Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors: Exploring New Horizons Outdoor School is seeking Outdoor Ed Cabin Counselors for April 18-22. Please see their flier for details on the program and how to apply.
• Sophomores and Juniors: DLS will be hosting a Marine NROTC (Naval Reserve Officer Training) information session on Wednesday, April 6 at 10:10 AM. Please email your College Counselor if you are interested in attending.
• All Grade Levels: On April 19 from 6:00-8:00 PM, students and parents are invited to attend the WACAC college fair in Santa Clara. This is a great opportunity to learn about a variety of colleges and speak with college representatives from around the world.
• All Grade Levels: Join Applerouth Tutoring for “Ask The Experts: Advice from Top College Admissions Directors” on March 29 at 5:00 PM. Panelists will include College Admissions Directors from Cornell University, The George Washington University, and Georgia Tech. This free event will include topics such as testing, classes, grades, extracurriculars, and college visits. Register for this free event here.
• All Grade Levels: Are you planning an upcoming college tour? If so, read this article about how to make the most of your college visit.
• All Grade Levels: Upcoming Events
  • Freshmen and Sophomore Parents: Coffee with the Counselors, March 29, 8:00 AM (Zoom)
  • Community Block Presentation for Juniors: Friday, April 1
  • Pathways to Nursing, April 5, 7:00PM (Zoom) Register in advance.
  • Juniors Save the Date: College Kickstart - May 31 - June 3, 2022 | Register Today

• Juniors: Kickstart registration has started! Kickstart, our annual college boot camp for rising seniors, will be held on May 31-June 3 and August 1 and 2. All rising seniors are strongly encouraged to attend to begin their college applications and essays. Registration page.
• Juniors: College Counselors are excited to begin meeting with you to dive into the college counseling experience! You will receive an email soon with detailed information about when and how to schedule meetings.
• Sophomores and Juniors: Howard University will be hosting a virtual open house on March 26. The event will allow prospective students to connect with Howard to learn more about the unique opportunities offered here at the university. Register today!
• All Grade Levels: On April 19 from 6:00-8:00 PM, students and parents are invited to attend the WACAC college fair in Santa Clara. This is a great opportunity to learn about a variety of colleges and speak with college representatives from around the world.
• All Grade Levels: Are you thinking of a career as a coder, game developer, designer, or robotics engineer? Then consider applying to the Naval Academy’s Summer STEM Program! Apply before March 31.
• All Grade Levels: East Bay Sea Serpents is seeking additional coach-volunteers to assist with their special needs swim program. Volunteers must be 14 years or older. While those with aquatic experience are often well suited (swimming, synchro, water polo), the only requirement is that you are comfortable in the water teaching others. Visit their website to apply.
• All Grade Levels: Join Applerouth Tutoring for “Ask The Experts: Advice from Top College Admissions Directors” on March 29 at 5:00 PM. Panelists will include College Admissions Directors from Cornell University, The George Washington University, and Georgia Tech. This free event will include topics such as testing, classes, grades, extracurriculars, and college visits. Register for this free event here.
• All Grade Levels: Are you planning an upcoming college tour? If so, read this article about how to make the most of your college visit.
• All Grade Levels: Summer is a great time to explore an interest or possible college major. Check out the CHS spreadsheet of summer opportunities. Make sure to pay attention to deadlines as many are coming up soon.
• All Grade Levels: Upcoming Events
• Sophomores: Classroom college presentations, March 24 and 25
• Freshmen and Sophomore Parents: Coffee with the Counselors, March 29, 8:00 AM (Zoom)
• Pathways to Nursing, April 5, 7:00PM (Zoom) Register in advance.
• Juniors Save the Date: College Kickstart - May 31 - June 3, 2022 | Register Today

• All Grade Levels: Last week, Carondelet and De La Salle hosted the event, Planning Ahead to Pay for College. If you were unable to attend, here is a recording of the presentation. Recording
• Seniors: Kickstart registration has started! Kickstart, our annual college boot camp for rising seniors, will be held on May 31-June 3 and August 1 and 2. All rising seniors are strongly encouraged to attend to begin their college applications and essays. Registration page.
• All Grade Levels: ​​Real Talk is a safe space for Black students and their families to get their college planning questions answered. This event is for first-year students, sophomores, and juniors, as well as their parents/guardians. Real Talk: College Ready Edition, on Wednesday, March 30, at 4:00 PM Register today.
• All Grade Levels: The College Tour is a TV series brought to you by Emmy-nominated and multi-award-winning producers. Each episode of The College Tour tells the story of a single college through the lens of its students. Check out episodes about colleges such as TCU, Baylor, University of Oregon, UT Austin, Arizona State University, Sacred Heart and many more!
• All Grade Levels: Join Applerouth Tutoring for “Ask The Experts: Advice from Top College Admissions Directors” on March 29 at 5:00 PM. Panelists will include College Admissions Directors from Cornell University, The George Washington University, and Georgia Tech. This free event will include topics such as testing, classes, grades, extracurriculars, and college visits. Register for this free event here.
• All Grade Levels: Are you planning an upcoming college tour? If so, read this article about how to make the most of your college visit.
• All Grade Levels: Summer is a great time to explore an interest or possible college major. Check out the CHS spreadsheet of summer opportunities. Make sure to pay attention to deadlines as many are coming up soon.
• Juniors: Considering the Naval Academy? They are offering a Summer Seminar for students to learn more about the academy. Apply online.
• Juniors: The QuestBridge College Prep Scholars application is now open. The College Prep Scholars Program equips high-achieving high school juniors from low-income backgrounds with the knowledge, confidence, and resources to apply to top colleges. Learn more and apply online.
• All Grade Levels: Upcoming Events
• Sophomores: Classroom college presentations, March 24 and 25
• Freshmen and Sophomore Parents: Coffee with the Counselors, March 29, 8:00 AM (Zoom)
• Pathways to Nursing, April 5, 7:00PM (Zoom) Register in advance.
• Juniors Save the Date: College Kickstart - May 31 - June 3, 2022 | Register Today

• Freshmen: Course advising ends on Wednesday, March 9! You should have received your teacher recommendations for what courses you are eligible to take. Read the email carefully to learn more about the process and required steps for selecting classes.
• All Grade Levels: 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 orthopaedic surgery and engineering. Participants will hear from women leaders in these fields and dive into online orthopaedic simulations and biomechanics experiments. Additional information for the March sessions can be found on their website.
• All Grade Levels: Interested in STEM? CACHET (College Admissions Collaborative Highlighting Engineering and Technology) has updated their list of pre-college summer programs. They also have a lot of other helpful STEM information on their website.
• All Grade Levels: On March 12, the Ocean Institute (Dana Point, CA) is hosting the 2022 Virtual Marine and Environmental Sciences College and Career Fair. This FREE event gives you the opportunity to learn about high education programs in the areas of marine and environmental sciences. Register Online
• All Grade Levels: The Cal Poly Pomona/San Diego State University College of Engineering is hosting virtual 4-day Femineer® Day Camps for rising 6th to 12th grade students. The Femineer® Program serves to inspire and empower K-12 students to develop their skills and confidence needed to pursue majors and careers in STEM. The camp is $150 for Introduction to Engineering. Register online.
• Juniors: The QuestBridge College Prep Scholars application is now open. The College Prep Scholars Program equips high-achieving high school juniors from low-income backgrounds with the knowledge, confidence, and resources to apply to top colleges. Learn more and apply online.
• All Grade Levels: Summer is a great time to explore an interest or possible college major. Check out the CHS spreadsheet of summer opportunities. Make sure to pay attention to deadlines as many are coming up soon.
• All Grade Levels: Upcoming Events
  • Sophomores: Classroom college presentations, March 24 and 25
  • Freshmen and Sophomore Parents: Coffee with the Counselors, March 29, 8:00 AM (Zoom)
  • Pathways to Nursing, April 5, 7:00PM (Zoom) Register in advance.
  • Juniors Save the Date: College Kickstart - May 31 - June 3

• Freshmen: Course advising begins on Monday, February 28! You should have received your teacher recommendations for what courses you are eligible to take. Read the email carefully to learn more about the process and required steps for selecting classes.
• Seniors: On Thursday, College Counselors held a DVC application workshop for students who will be attending DVC in the fall. If you missed this session, make sure to reach out to your College Counselor to learn about the DVC enrollment process.
• Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors: The John Muir National Historic Site is seeking applicants for the 2022 Youth Conservation Corps summer program. This summer program introduces youth to careers in the outdoors, such as biology, environmental science, landscaping, historic preservation, maintenance, and education. The YCC members will report to John Muir National Historic Site in Martinez, CA, and will also work at other National Parks in the Bay Area, including Rosie the Riveter / WWII National Historical Park, Golden Gate National Recreation Area, and Point Reyes National Seashore. Apply online.
• All Grade Levels: Salve Regina University is hosting a special program for first generation college students on Wednesday, April 13 to help you learn more about the college application process. Explore what it means to be a first-generation student, some obstacles you may face, and some tips and strategies on how to face them head on. Register online.
• Juniors: The QuestBridge College Prep Scholars application is now open. The College Prep Scholars Program equips high-achieving high school juniors from low-income backgrounds with the knowledge, confidence, and resources to apply to top colleges. Learn more and apply online.
• All Grade Levels: Summer is a great time to explore an interest or possible college major. Check out the CHS spreadsheet of summer opportunities. Make sure to pay attention to deadlines as many are coming up soon.
• All Grade Levels: Upcoming Events
• All Grade Levels: Planning Ahead to Pay for College (virtual), March 1, 6:30 PM
• Sophomores: Classroom college presentations, March 24 and 25
• Freshmen and Sophomore Parents: Coffee with the Counselors, March 29, 8:00 AM (Zoom)
• Pathways to Nursing, April 5, 7:00PM (Zoom)
• Juniors Save the Date: College Kickstart - May 31 - June 3

• Sophomores: Course advising for sophomores ends on Friday, February 25. Please go onto the Scheduling Website, click on “Class of 2024” and follow the steps for completing your course advising request. Once you submit the “Course Selection Form” with your parent(s), you will receive an email confirmation with your counselor’s calendar link to set up a meeting appointment. At the meeting, students will receive a packet of helpful college information.
• Freshmen: Course advising is right around the corner! During the week of February 21, you will receive your teacher recommendations for what courses you are eligible to take. Read the email carefully to learn more about the process and required steps for selecting classes.
• Freshmen and Sophomore Parents: Mark your calendars! College Counselors will be hosting a virtual Coffee with the Counselors on Tuesday, March 29 from 8:00-9:00am. This is a casual time for parents to ask any college-related questions they may have. A zoom link will be emailed closer to the date.
• Seniors: During Community block on Wednesday, College Counselors presented a lot of important information about what to do now that you are receiving college decisions. All materials and required surveys are posted in the Schoology course, Class of 2022: College Hub.
• Sophomores: Many students have high academic aptitude, strong character, and a commitment to improving their communities, but lack the resources, support, and guidance to fully realize their potential. Becoming a Buck Fellow gives you unparalleled one-on-one mentorship, funding for enrichment opportunities, and academic and career guidance. Learn more about becoming a Buck Fellow.
• All Grade Levels: We are excited to once again be partnering with Girls With Impact and are able to bring you a special tuition discount for their 10-week mini-MBA program for young women, 14-18. Spring classes will begin in March, April, and May. Typically, the program costs $895, however Carondelet students are receiving a significant discount and will only pay $100! Use the code “CARONDELET” at checkout. Register online
• All Grade Levels: Attend the Black College Expo at the Oakland Marriott City Center on February 26. Students can attend helpful workshops, talk with college reps, get accepted on the spot, receive college application fees waivers, and win college scholarships.
• Sophomores and Juniors: Applerouth is offering free practice ACT and SAT exams the weekend of February 26 and 27. Reserve your seat.
• Juniors: The QuestBridge College Prep Scholars application is now open. The College Prep Scholars Program equips high-achieving high school juniors from low-income backgrounds with the knowledge, confidence, and resources to apply to top colleges. Learn more and apply online.
• All Grade Levels: Summer is a great time to explore an interest or possible college major. Check out the CHS spreadsheet of summer opportunities. Make sure to pay attention to deadlines as many are coming up soon.
• All Grade Levels: Upcoming Events
• All Grade Levels: Planning Ahead to Pay for College (virtual), March 1, 6:30 PM
• Sophomores: Classroom college presentations, March 24 and 25
• Freshmen and Sophomore Parents: Coffee with the Counselors, March 29, 8:00 AM (Zoom)
• Juniors Save the Date: College Kickstart - May 31 - June 3

• Sophomores: It’s course advising time! Please go onto the Scheduling Website, click on “Class of 2024” and follow the steps for completing your course advising request. Once you submit the “Course Selection Form” with your parent(s), you will receive an email confirmation with your counselor’s calendar link to set up a meeting appointment. At the meeting, students will receive a packet of helpful college information.
• Juniors: During community on Friday, Feb. 4, College Counselors introduced you to Scoir, our new college planning program. If you did not attend community, please reach out to Mrs. San Miguelfor information on how to register.
• All Grade Levels: Trinity College is continuing with its webinar series, College Decoded: Workshop Wednesdays. Some upcoming sessions include Making the Most of Your College Visits and The Art of Interviewing. Register online.
• Freshmen: The SAT will be going fully virtual beginning in 2024. College Counselors will be presenting more information to students as it comes closer to the rollout. Read more online.
• Sophomores and Juniors: Applerouth is offering free practice ACT and SAT exams the weekend of February 26 and 27. Reserve your seat.
• All Grade Levels: Attend the Black College Expoat the Oakland Marriott City Center on February 26. Students can attend helpful workshops, talk with college reps, get accepted on the spot, receive college application fees waivers, and win college scholarships..
• Sophomores and Juniors: The Winter/Spring Compass Guide to College Admissions Testing is now available. Download your copy.
• All Grade Levels: College fairs are a great opportunity to explore colleges. NACAC is hosting several virtual college fairs in the upcoming months: Register Online
• All Grade Levels: Summer is a great time to explore an interest or possible college major. Check out the CHS spreadsheet of summer opportunities. Make sure to pay attention to deadlines as many are coming up soon.
• All Grade Levels: Upcoming Events
  • Seniors: DVC Application Session, Mon., Feb. 14, X Block
  • Seniors: Community with College Counselors, February 16
  • All Grade Levels: Planning Ahead to Pay for College (virtual), March 1, 6:30 PM
  • Sophomores: Classroom college presentations, March 24 and 25
  • Juniors Save the Date: College Kickstart - May 31 - June 3

• Sophomores: It’s course advising time! Please go onto the Scheduling Website, click on “Class of 2024” and follow the steps for completing your course advising request. Once you submit the “Course Selection Form” with your parent(s), you will receive an email confirmation with your counselor’s calendar link to set up a meeting appointment. At the meeting, students will receive a packet of helpful college information.
• Sophomores and Juniors: The Carondelet College and Career Team hosted Road to College Night. If you missed the sessions, or just want to watch more of them, videos have been uploaded to Schoology: College Hub.
• All Grade Levels: Growing Up Asian in America (GUAA) is an annual art, essay and video contest that reaches thousands of Bay Area students in Kindergarten through 12th grade. Founded 25+ years ago, GUAA encourages young Asian Americans to take pride in their identities, and helps others understand the varied experiences of our youth growing up in the Bay Area’s diverse communities. Read more and apply online.
• All Grade Levels: College Board Real Talk is launching their spring season with a two-night HBCU Edition on March 2 and 3, when a variety of campus representatives and current HBCU students will share key information about the college admissions process, scholarships, student life, and more. RSVP online.
• Juniors: The QuestBridge College Prep Scholars application opens in early February. The College Prep Scholars Program equips high-achieving high school juniors from low-income backgrounds with the knowledge, confidence, and resources to apply to top colleges. Learn more and apply online.
• All Grade Levels: 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 orthopaedic surgery and engineering. Participants will hear from women leaders in these fields and dive into online orthopaedic simulations and biomechanics experiments. Additional information for the February sessions can be found on their website.
• All Grade Levels: Summer is a great time to explore an interest or possible college major. Check out the CHS spreadsheet of summer opportunities. Make sure to pay attention to deadlines as many are coming up soon.
• All Grade Levels: Upcoming Events
  • Seniors: DVC Enrollment Presentation, February 8, 1:30 PM, DLS Hoffman Center
  • Seniors: Community with College Counselors, February 16
  • All Grade Levels: Planning Ahead to Pay for College (virtual), March 1, 6:30 PM
  • Juniors Save the Date: College Kickstart - May 31 - June 3

• Juniors: It’s course advising time! Please go onto the Scheduling Website, click on “Class of 2023” and follow the steps for completing your course advising request. Once you submit the “Course Selection Form” with your parent(s), you will receive an email confirmation with your counselor’s calendar link to set up a meeting appointment.
• Sophomores: It’s almost course advising time! Course recommendations will be sent to students the week of Feb. 1. Make sure to review the scheduling website for detailed next steps.
• Sophomores and Juniors: The Carondelet College and Career Team hosted Road to College Night. If you missed the sessions, or just want to watch more of them, videos will be uploaded to Schoology: College Hub within the next week.
• All Grade Levels: Revolution Prep is offering free proctored practice AP exams. Check out their website for details.
• All Grade Levels: The DVC 2022 Career Academies information is now available online. Check out the great offerings in areas such as animation, business, cyber security, health careers, culinary, and more!
• All Grade Levels: 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 orthopaedic surgery and engineering. Participants will hear from women leaders in these fields and dive into online orthopaedic simulations and biomechanics experiments. Additional information for the February sessions can be found on their website.
• All Grade Levels: Attend the Black College Expo at the Oakland Marriott City Center on February 26. Students can attend helpful workshops, talk with college reps, get accepted on the spot, receive college application fees waivers, and win college scholarships.
• All Grade Levels: Summer is a great time to explore an interest or possible college major. Check out the CHS spreadsheet of summer opportunities. Make sure to pay attention to deadlines as many are coming up soon.
• All Grade Levels: College fairs are a great opportunity to explore colleges. NACAC is hosting several virtual college fairs in the upcoming months: Register Online
• February 8: Performing and Visual Arts College Fair
• February 14: General College Fair
• February 24: STEM College Fair
• All Grade Levels: The Princeton Prize in Race Relations (PPRR) recognizes and rewards high school students who, through their volunteer activities, have undertaken significant efforts to advance racial equity and understanding in their schools or communities. Each of the Princeton Prize in Race Relations recipients receives an award of $1,000 and is invited to participate in a Symposium on Race. Learn more and apply online.

• • Juniors: It’s course advising time! Please go onto the Scheduling Website, click on “Class of 2023” and follow the steps for completing your course advising request. Once you submit the “Course Selection Form” with your parent(s), you will receive an email confirmation with your counselor’s calendar link to set up a meeting appointment.
  • Sophomores and Juniors: The Carondelet College and Career Team is pleased to invite you to our annual Road to College Night on Wednesday, January 26 at 6:15 p.m. via Zoom. Representatives from a variety of colleges such as the University of Chicago, UC Santa Barbara, and Diablo Valley College, and experts from CollegeWise and Compass Education Group will be offering informative college-related workshops for families. Workshop Details
  • Seniors: The Ripple Fellowship is a full- funded immersive social entrepreneurship program for young adults, ages 18-24. Learn more and apply online.
  • All Grade Levels: Summer is a great time to explore an interest or possible college major. Check out the CHS spreadsheet of summer opportunities. Make sure to pay attention to deadlines as many are coming up soon.
  • All Grade Levels: Attend the Black College Expo at the Oakland Marriott City Center on February 26. Students can attend helpful workshops, talk with college reps, get accepted on the spot, receive college application fees waivers, and win college scholarships..
  • All Grade Levels: College fairs are a great opportunity to explore colleges. NACAC is hosting several virtual college fairs in the upcoming months: Register Online
  • All Grade Levels: The Princeton Prize in Race Relations (PPRR) recognizes and rewards high school students who, through their volunteer activities, have undertaken significant efforts to advance racial equity and understanding in their schools or communities. Each of the Princeton Prize in Race Relations recipients receives an award of $1,000 and is invited to participate in a Symposium on Race. Learn more and apply online.
  • All Grade Levels: Upcoming Events
    • Sophomores and Juniors: Mark your calendars! Jan. 26: Road to College Night (virtual)
    • Juniors: February 4 Community Block College Session
    • All Grade Levels: Planning Ahead to Pay for College (virtual), March 1, 6:30 PM
    • Juniors Save the Date: College Kickstart - May 31 - June 3

• Seniors: Please read through this important document regarding upcoming action items and college admission decisions, including what to do if deferred.
• Juniors: It’s course advising time! Please go onto the Scheduling Website, click on “Class of 2023” and follow the steps for completing your course advising request. Once you submit the “Course Selection Form” with your parent(s), you will receive an email confirmation with your counselor’s calendar link to set up a meeting appointment.
• Sophomores and Juniors: The Carondelet College and Career Team is pleased to invite you to our annual Road to College Night on Wednesday, January 26 at 6:15 p.m. via Zoom. Representatives from a variety of colleges such as the University of Chicago, UC Santa Barbara, and Diablo Valley College, and experts from CollegeWise and Compass Education Group will be offering informative college-related workshops for families. Workshop Details
• Juniors: The Seed Scholars Program in Partnership with Yale Women in Economics is a 10-month program that provides H.S. young women of color in their 11th grade year with the capacity to build scholarship/college packages, career skills, and financial literacy through an intensive preparatory process. Read more online.
• All Grade Levels: Before break, we had a presentation by two recent CHS graduates talking about their universities, University of San Diego and Cal Poly San Luis Obispo. If you missed their presentation, here is a link to view it.
• All Grade Levels: The Princeton Prize in Race Relations (PPRR) recognizes and rewards high school students who, through their volunteer activities, have undertaken significant efforts to advance racial equity and understanding in their schools or communities. Each of the Princeton Prize in Race Relations recipients receives an award of $1,000 and is invited to participate in a Symposium on Race. Learn more and apply online.
• All Grade Levels: 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 orthopaedic surgery and engineering. Participants will hear from women leaders in these fields and dive into online orthopaedic simulations and biomechanics experiments. Additional information for the January sessions can be found on their website
• All Grade Levels: Upcoming Events
• Sophomores and Juniors: Mark your calendars! Jan. 26: Road to College Night (virtual)
• Juniors: February 4 Community Block College Session
• Juniors Save the Date: College Kickstart - May 31 - June 3

• Seniors: Please read through this important document regarding upcoming action items and college admission decisions, including what to do if deferred.
• Sophomores and Juniors: The Carondelet College and Career Team is pleased to invite you to our annual Road to College Night on Wednesday, January 26 at 6:15 p.m. via Zoom. Representatives from a variety of colleges such as the University of Chicago, UC Santa Barbara, and Diablo Valley College, and experts from CollegeWise and Compass Education Group will be offering informative college-related workshops for families. A workshop schedule will be sent to families in the upcoming weeks.
• All Grade Levels: In partnership with John Muir Health, Junior Achievement of Northern California is pleased to offer our Spring 2022 Young Healers Virtual Career Speaker Series exploring careers in the health sector for students 8th-12th grade. Throughout this series you will hear from Healthcare professionals from a wide variety of careers within the Health Sector. Speakers will share details about their current role, their educational journey, and their unique path to career success, followed by a live Q&A with participating JA students.
• Registration for Jan. 19: Hear about oncology from a Nurse Practitioner
• Registration for Feb. 16: Emergency and Trauma Medicine
• All Grade Levels: Upcoming Events
• Sophomores and Juniors: Mark your calendars! Jan. 26: Road to College Night (virtual)
• Juniors: February 4 Community Block College Session
• Juniors Save the Date: College Kickstart - May 31 - June 3

• All Grade Levels: College and Career will be closed during winter break and enjoying time with family and friends.
• Seniors: Please read through this important document regarding upcoming action items and college admission decisions, including what to do if deferred.
• Seniors: KPMG is now accepting applications for the KPMG Future Leaders Program – Class of 2022! The KPMG Future Leaders Program will award 22 deserving high school female seniors: A scholarship of $10,000 per year for 4 years of college, a pairing with an executive woman mentor for one-year, A leadership development retreat and ongoing KPMG support. Apply online by February 1, 2022.
• Seniors: ​​Are you still considering applying to the University of California? Good news –

UC Merced is accepting applications until January 7th, 2022, 11:59 p.m. PST.

• Seniors: High school seniors nationwide who demonstrate leadership, drive, integrity, and citizenship are invited to apply for the 2022 GE-Reagan Foundation Scholarship Program. This program annually provides college-bound students with $10,000 renewable scholarships - up to $40,000 total per recipient - and supports them as they lead and serve in college and beyond.

Applications for the 2022 GE-Reagan Foundation Scholarship Program will be accepted online until Jan. 6, 2022. Online Application

• All Grade Levels: Liberty Gymnastics Training Center in Concord is hiring recreational and preschool gymnastics coaches. Interested? Email the Director, Katie Jaime, if you are interested in applying.
• All Grade Levels: We are excited to once again be partnering with Girls With Impact and are able to bring you a special tuition discount for their 10-week mini-MBA program for young women, 14-18. Winter classes start the week of Jan. 10. Typically, the program costs $895, however Carondelet students are receiving a significant discount and will only pay $10 per session for a total of $100! Use the code “CARONDELET” at checkout. Register online
• All Grade Levels: Upcoming Events
• Sophomores and Juniors: Mark your calendars! Jan. 26: Road to College Night (virtual)
• Juniors: February 4 Community Block College Session
• Juniors Save the Date: College Kickstart - May 31 - June 3

• All Grade Levels: College and Career will be closed during winter break and enjoying time with family and friends. Seniors, please make sure to send any Jan. 1 essays to your counselor by Dec. 13 if you would like feedback and edits.
• Seniors: Please read through this important document regarding upcoming action items and college admission decisions.
• All Grade Levels: 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 orthopaedic surgery and engineering. Participants will hear from women leaders in these fields and dive into online orthopaedic simulations and biomechanics experiments. Additional information for the January sessions can be found on their website.
• All Grade Levels: We are excited to once again be partnering with Girls With Impact and are able to bring you a special tuition discount for their 10-week mini-MBA program for young women, 14-18. Winter classes start the week of Jan. 10. Typically, the program costs $895, however Carondelet students are receiving a significant discount and will only pay $10 per session for a total of $100! Use the code “CARONDELET” at checkout. Register online
• All Grade Levels: In partnership with John Muir Health, Junior Achievement of Northern California is pleased to offer our Fall 2021 Young Healers Virtual Career Speaker Series exploring careers in the health sector for students 8th-12th grade. Throughout this series you will hear from Healthcare professionals from a wide variety of careers within the Health Sector. Speakers will share details about their current role, their educational journey, and their unique path to career success, followed by a live Q&A with participating JA students. Registration for December 14 event
• All Grade Levels: On Dec. 14, fourteen liberal arts and sciences colleges across the U.S. will come together with current students and alumni to offer you fifteen minutes of tips for your college application process followed by an hour-long virtual college fair. Register online
• Seniors: High school seniors nationwide who demonstrate leadership, drive, integrity, and citizenship are invited to apply for the 2022 GE-Reagan Foundation Scholarship Program. This program annually provides college-bound students with $10,000 renewable scholarships - up to $40,000 total per recipient - and supports them as they lead and serve in college and beyond. Applications for the 2022 GE-Reagan Foundation Scholarship Program will be accepted online until Jan. 6, 2022. Online Application

• Juniors: Wondering about when you should take the SAT or ACT? Review this helpful blog post by Applerouth for a testing timeline.
• All Grade Levels: Upcoming Events
• Seniors: Monday, December 13: Deadline to send essays for Jan. 1 deadlines to College Counselors for review
• Sophomores and Juniors: Mark your calendars! Jan. 26: Road to College Night (virtual)
• Juniors: February 4 Community Block College Session
• Juniors Save the Date: College Kickstart - May 31 - June 3

• All Grade Levels: College and Career will be closed during winter break and enjoying time with family and friends. Seniors, please make sure to send any Jan. 1 essays to your counselor by Dec. 13 if you would like feedback and edits.
• All Grade Levels: Interested in learning more about Cal Poly SLO or University of San Diego? Come hear from CHS recent graduates, Eva Eleftheriadis and Liz Ericson, about their first years of college. Monday, December 6, 7:00 PM Zoom Link
• All Grade Levels: Are you a student interested in sustainability, climate change, or the environment? Do you wish you could have a bigger impact on the pressing issues the world faces today? Then join Sustainable Leaders In Action (SLIA)! High school students can join as full members of the organization. They offer internship opportunities, flexible time commitments, and the opportunity to make important connections! Sign up here
• Seniors: High school seniors nationwide who demonstrate leadership, drive, integrity, and citizenship are invited to apply for the 2022 GE-Reagan Foundation Scholarship Program. This program annually provides college-bound students with $10,000 renewable scholarships - up to $40,000 total per recipient - and supports them as they lead and serve in college and beyond. Applications for the 2022 GE-Reagan Foundation Scholarship Program will be accepted online until Jan. 6, 2022. Online Application
• Sophomores and Juniors: For students who took the PSAT, your scores will be available Monday or Tuesday, Dec. 6 or 7. College Board will send you an email with details on how to access your scores. A Schoology post and email will be sent to students by College Counselors about what these scores mean and how to use them to prepare for the real SAT.

• All Grade Levels: Upcoming College Events

• Monday, Dec. 6, 7:00 PM: University of San Diego and Cal Poly SLO information session Zoom Link
• Seniors: Monday, December 13: Deadline to send essays for Jan. 1 deadlines to College Counselors for review
• Sophomores and Juniors: Mark your calendars! Jan. 26: Road to College Night (virtual)
• Juniors Save the Date: College Kickstart - May 31 - June 3

• All Grade Levels: College and Career will be closed during Thanksgiving break and enjoying time with family and friends.
• Seniors: If you need assistance on your UC application, here is the contact information for the UC Help Desk:

ucinfo@applyucsupport.net

(800) 207-1710

• Seniors: Are you working on your CSU Application and looking for some helpful tips? Check out these resources.
• Top Tips Video
• Freshman Application Guide
• CSU Helpdesk: 857-304-2087
• Seniors: Have you completed your FAFSA? Do you need help? Do you need to complete the CSS Profile? For families who need additional support, please contact Mrs. Michelle San Miguel for any questions or concerns.
• Senior Parents: During the holidays, many well-meaning relatives and friends may ask your daughter about her college plans. Some students will be happy to share this information, while others may view this as a sensitive topic. We encourage you to ask your daughter in advance about whether or not she wants to discuss her college plans with others during the holidays. If she does not, let your family know ahead of time that college is off limits
• Juniors: Wondering about when you should take the SAT or ACT? Review this helpful blog post by Applerouth for a testing timeline.
• All Grade Levels: We are excited to once again be partnering with Girls With Impact and are able to bring you a special tuition discount for their 10-week mini-MBA program for young women, 14-18. Winter classes start the week of Jan. 10. Typically, the program costs $895, however Carondelet students are receiving a significant discount and will only pay $10 per session for a total of $100! Use the code “CARONDELET” at checkout. Register online.
• All Grade Levels: Upcoming Events
• Freshmen Classroom Visits: December 2 and 3
• Community Block with Juniors: Wednesday, Dec. 1
• Sophomores and Juniors: Mark your calendars! Jan. 26: Road to College Night (virtual)
• Juniors Save the Date: College Kickstart - May 31 - June 3

• Juniors and Seniors: College rep visits are wrapping up! Please remember to sign up for them via Naviance AND get your teacher’s permission to attend at least 48 hours before the visit (Permission Form). Visits next week include Art Academy of Cincinnati and Hawaii Pacific
• All Grade Levels: Want to delve into the world of fashion before you decide what you’ll study in college? Parsons Paris has created online courses for students to take over winter break to introduce you to this vibrant field.Register Online
• All Grade Levels: College and Career will be closed during Thanksgiving break and enjoying time with family and friends.
• Seniors: If you need assistance on your UC application, here is the contact information for the UC Help Desk:

ucinfo@applyucsupport.net

(800) 207-1710

• Seniors: Are you working on your CSU Application and looking for some helpful tips? Check out these resources.
• Top Tips Video
• Freshman Application Guide
• Seniors: Check out a list of colleges’ Early Action/Early Decision notification dates.
• Senior Parents: During the holidays, many well-meaning relatives and friends may ask your daughter about her college plans. Some students will be happy to share this information, while others may view this as a sensitive topic. We encourage you to ask your daughter in advance about whether or not she wants to discuss her college plans with others during the holidays. If she does not, let your family know ahead of time that college is off limits
• All Grade Levels: Upcoming Events
• College Rep Visits, Ongoing (juniors and seniors only)
• HOWL (Here on Wednesdays Late in College and Career): Apply for the Pie! Come get pie during this week’s HOWL. Wed., Nov. 17 after school
• Freshmen Classroom Visits: December
• Community Block with Juniors: Wednesday, Dec. 1

• Juniors and Seniors: College rep visits are wrapping up! Please remember to sign up for them via Naviance AND get your teacher’s permission to attend at least 48 hours before the visit (Permission Form). Visits next week include Western Oregon University
• Juniors: The Coolidge Scholarship is now live. The Coolidge Scholarship is a full-ride, four-year, merit scholarship that may be used by recipients for undergraduate study at any accredited college or university in the United States. Any high school junior who plans to enroll in college in the fall of 2023 and is an American citizen or legal permanent resident is eligible to apply (current high school seniors are not eligible to apply).
• Seniors: If you need assistance on your UC application, here is the contact information for the UC Help Desk: ucinfo@applyucsupport.net, (800) 207-1710
• Seniors: Have you completed your FAFSA? Do you need help? Do you need to complete the CSS Profile? For families who need additional support, please contact Mrs. Michelle San Miguel for any questions or concerns.
• Seniors: Are you working on your CSU Application and looking for some helpful tips? Check out these resources.
  • Top Tips Video
  • Freshman Application Guide
• All Grade Levels: Upcoming Events
  • • Community Block with Juniors: Wednesday, November 10
    • College Rep Visits, Ongoing (juniors and seniors only)
    • HOWL (Here on Wednesdays Late in College and Career): Wed., Nov. 10 after school

• Juniors and Seniors: College rep visits are in full swing! Please remember to sign up for them via Naviance AND get your teacher’s permission to attend at least 48 hours before the visit (Permission Form). Visits next week include Chaminade University of Honolulu, Loyola University Maryland, Franklin & Marshall College, Regis College, CUNY City College, New Jersey Institute of Technology, Texas Tech University, University of Delaware, Embry-Riddle, Ecole hôtelière de Lausanne (EHL)
• Juniors: The Coolidge Scholarship is now live. The Coolidge Scholarship is a full-ride, four-year, merit scholarship that may be used by recipients for undergraduate study at any accredited college or university in the United States. Any high school junior who plans to enroll in college in the fall of 2023 and is an American citizen or legal permanent resident is eligible to apply (current high school seniors are not eligible to apply).
• All Grade Levels: Join EHL for Hospitality in the Digital Age Weekend Workshop. Over the course of a weekend, participants will be entertained through live sessions, interactive courses and team challenges with a special focus towards the upcoming holiday season. Register online.
• Seniors: The Coca-Cola Scholars Program scholarship is an achievement-based scholarship awarded to graduating high school seniors. Students are recognized for their capacity to lead and serve, as well as their commitment to making a significant impact on their schools and communities. Applications are due Oct. 31. Apply online.
• All Grade Levels: The UC Davis Women in Business is an on-campus student organization at UC Davis that is committed to fulfilling the professional and personal goals of its members. Please join their first ever virtual high school outreach program to provide high school students with knowledge and skills on how to succeed in both the college and professional world. A schedule of workshops is available online. Workshop Schedule and RSVP Form
• All Grade Levels: We are excited to once again be partnering with Girls With Impact and are able to bring you a special tuition discount for their 10-week mini-MBA program for young women, 14-18. Winter classes start the week of Jan. 10. Typically, the program costs $895, however Carondelet students are receiving a significant discount and will only pay $10 per session for a total of $100! Use the code “CARONDELET” at checkout. Register online.
• Seniors: If you need assistance on your UC application, here is the contact information for the UC Help Desk: ucinfo@applyucsupport.net (800) 207-1710

• Juniors and Seniors: College rep visits are in full swing! Please remember to sign up for them via Naviance AND get your teacher’s permission to attend at least 48 hours before the visit (Permission Form). Visits next week include Indiana University, University of Oklahoma, Wake Forest, Butler University, University of Vermont, UCLA, UC Irvine, University of New Hampshire, Pepperdine, Oregon State University, Duquesne University, Pomona College, Saint Joseph’s University, Central Washington University, Washington and Jefferson College, Southern Oregon University.
• All Grade Levels: We are excited to once again be partnering with Girls With Impact and are able to bring you a special tuition discount for their 10-week mini-MBA program for young women, 14-18. Winter classes start the week of Jan. 10. Typically, the program costs $895, however Carondelet students are receiving a significant discount and will only pay $10 per session for a total of $100! Use the code “CARONDELET” at checkout. Register online.
• All Grade Levels: Join Carondelet and De La Salle for Student-Athlete College Information Night on Monday, October 25 at 6:30 pm on Zoom. Attendees will hear from a panel of college athletics experts about the student-athlete experience, the types of scholarships available for student-athletes, the recruiting process, and what student-athletes can do to best prepare. There will also be time for Q & A. Zoom link passcode: 508572
• Seniors: If you need assistance on your UC application, here is the contact information for the UC Help Desk: ucinfo@applyucsupport.net, (800) 207-1710

• Seniors: Make sure to check if your colleges have earlier deadlines to be considered for Merit Scholarships. This list is a helpful resource that lists some deadlines.
• Seniors: The Coca-Cola Scholars Program scholarship is an achievement-based scholarship awarded to graduating high school seniors. Students are recognized for their capacity to lead and serve, as well as their commitment to making a significant impact on their schools and communities. Applications are due Oct. 31. Apply online.
• Seniors: The 2021 Good Tidings Community Service Scholarship is now open. Ten scholarships, each valued at $10,000 will be awarded. Review the website for scholarship criteria and application details.
• All Grade Levels: The Perry Virtual Experience is a free, 2.5-hour, interactive online experience for high school students who gender-identify as female or nonbinary and are interested in pursuing careers in orthopaedic surgery and engineering. Participants will hear from women leaders in these fields and dive into online orthopaedic simulations and biomechanics experiments. Register online.
• Seniors: The Elks National Foundation (ENF) Scholarship 2021 Most Valuable Student application is now open and due November 15th. ENF awards 500 four-year scholarships based on academics, leadership, and financial need. National awards range from $1,000 per year to $12,500 per year. The national awards will be announced in April 2022.
• All Grade Levels: Upcoming Events
• College Rep Visits, Ongoing (juniors and seniors only)
• HOWL (Here on Wednesdays Late in College and Career): Wed., Oct.27 after school
• Virtual Practice ACT: (sophomores and juniors): Sat., October 23, 9:00 AM
• Virtual Student-Athlete College Information Night: Mon., Oct. 25, 6:30 PM
• In Person FAFSA Workshop: Mon., Oct 25, 7:00 PM; CHS Library
• Community Block with Seniors: Tuesday, October 26

• Juniors and Seniors: College rep visits are in full swing! Please remember to sign up for them via Naviance AND get your teacher’s permission to attend at least 48 hours before the visit (Permission Form). Visits next week include The Ohio State University, Loyola Marymount, Trinity College Dublin, University of Utah, University of Redlands, Bryant University, Portland State University, Regis University, Southern Methodist University, Lynn University, Miami University of Ohio, Lewis & Clark, Pacific Northwest College of Art, George Washington University, Whittier College, Marymount Manhattan College, Princeton University.
• Seniors: For anyone who missed last week’s Financial Aid Night, here is a recording of the event.
• Seniors: For families who need additional support while completing the FAFSA, Mrs. Michelle San Miguel will be conducting FAFSA workshops where she will walk families through the FAFSA, step by step. Ms. San Miguel has many years of experience working in financial aid at the college level.
  • • Zoom Link: FAFSA Workshop Oct. 19, 7:00pm
    • In-Person FAFSA Workshop Oct. 25, 7:00pm, Carondelet Library
• All Grade Levels: Join Carondelet and De La Salle for Student-Athlete College Information Night on Monday, October 25 at 6:30 pm on Zoom. Attendees will hear from a panel of college athletics experts about the student-athlete experience, the types of scholarships available for student-athletes, the recruiting process, and what student-athletes can do to best prepare. There will also be time for Q & A. A Zoom link will be sent to families closer to the event.
• Juniors and Seniors: In-and-Out Burger is hiring! Pay is from $18-$21/hour. Apply online.
• Sophomores and Juniors: Register for a free, online proctored ACT practice exam offered by Compass Education Group in partnership with Carondelet on Saturday, October 23 at 9:00 a.m. We recommend taking a practice ACT exam and comparing your results to your PSAT scores. This is a helpful way to choose between the SAT and ACT, and it will also help you craft your testing timeline and determine how and when you need to begin studying for the SAT or ACT. The registration deadline is October 18.Registration and more details are available here.

• Seniors: The Coca-Cola Scholars Program scholarship is an achievement-based scholarship awarded to graduating high school seniors. Students are recognized for their capacity to lead and serve, as well as their commitment to making a significant impact on their schools and communities. Applications are due Oct. 31. Apply online.
• Seniors: The 2021 Good Tidings Community Service Scholarship is now open. Ten scholarships, each valued at $10,000 will be awarded. Review the website for scholarship criteria and application details.
• All Grade Levels: The Perry Virtual Experience is a free, 2.5-hour, interactive online experience for high school students who gender-identify as female or nonbinary and are interested in pursuing careers in orthopaedic surgery and engineering. Participants will hear from women leaders in these fields and dive into online orthopaedic simulations and biomechanics experiments. Register online.
• Seniors: The Elks National Foundation (ENF) Scholarship 2021 Most Valuable Student application is now open and due November 15th. ENF awards 500 four-year scholarships based on academics, leadership, and financial need. National awards range from $1,000 per year to $12,500 per year. The national awards will be announced in April 2022.
• All Grade Levels: Upcoming Events
• College Rep Visits, Ongoing (juniors and seniors only)
• HOWL (Here on Wednesdays Late in College and Career): Wed., Oct.20 after school
• FAFSA Workshop (seniors): Tues., Oct. 19, 7:00 PM
• Practice ACT: (sophomores and juniors): Sat., October 23, 9:00 AM
• Student-Athlete College Information Night: Mon., Oct. 25, 6:30 PM
• FAFSA Workshop: Mon., Oct 25, 7:00 PM

• Juniors and Seniors: College rep visits are in full swing! Please remember to sign up for them via Naviance AND get your teacher’s permission to attend at least 48 hours before the visit (Permission Form). Visits next week include Fairfield University, Fordham University, Clarkson University, Lafayette College, Prescott College, Oberlin College, Case Western Reserve University.
• Seniors: Seniors who missed community block this week, please review the presentation and reach out to your College Counselor with any questions.
• Seniors: For families who need additional support while completing the FAFSA, Mrs. Michelle San Miguel will be conducting FAFSA workshops where she will walk families through the FAFSA, step by step. Ms. San Miguel has many years of experience working in financial aid at the college level. Zoom Link: FAFSA Workshop Oct. 19, 7:00pm In-Person FAFSA Workshop Oct. 25, 7:00pm, Carondelet Library
• Sophomores and Juniors: Register for a free, online proctored ACT practice exam offered by Compass Education Group in partnership with Carondelet on Saturday, October 23 at 9:00 a.m. We recommend taking a practice ACT exam and comparing your results to your PSAT scores. This is a helpful way to choose between the SAT and ACT, and it will also help you craft your testing timeline and determine how and when you need to begin studying for the SAT or ACT. The registration deadline is October 18.Registration and more details are available here.
• All Grade Levels: Join Carondelet and De La Salle for Student-Athlete College Information Night on Monday, October 25 at 6:30 pm on Zoom. Attendees will hear from a panel of college athletics experts about the student-athlete experience, the types of scholarships available for student-athletes, the recruiting process, and what student-athletes can do to best prepare. There will also be time for Q & A. A Zoom link will be sent to families closer to the event.
• All Grade Levels: Join the College Board for “Real Talk: HBCU Edition,” a two-part series where students can connect with representatives from 17 HBCUs, including Howard University in Washington, D.C., Spelman College and Morehouse University in Atlanta, and Texas Southern University in Houston. RSVP Part 1 on Wednesday, October 13 and Part 2 on Thursday, October 14, at 4:00 PM
• All Grade Levels: EEqual, a nonprofit working for students experiencing homelessness on increasing access to higher education, is hiring youth leaders! They are looking for high school students to run social media accounts like Instagram and TikTok and students in chapter recruitment for engaging youth. All team members will be given a stipend. Job descriptions and titles can be found here. Students can apply on our website: EEqual.org/Join.
• Seniors: The application for The Eugene McDermott Scholars Program at The University of Texas at Dallas will open soon! Students with outstanding grades and a proven passion for leadership and service might find their fit with this scholarship program. This full-ride scholarship includes tuition, stipends and enrichment resources, such as study abroad funding.
• Seniors: The Coca-Cola Scholars Program scholarship is an achievement-based scholarship awarded to graduating high school seniors. Students are recognized for their capacity to lead and serve, as well as their commitment to making a significant impact on their schools and communities. Applications are due Oct. 31. Apply online.
• Seniors: The Elks National Foundation (ENF) Scholarship 2021 Most Valuable Student application is now open and due November 15th. ENF awards 500 four-year scholarships based on academics, leadership, and financial need. National awards range from $1,000 per year to $12,500 per year. The national awards will be announced in April 2022.
• All Grade Levels: Upcoming Events

• College Rep Visits, Ongoing (juniors and seniors only)
• HOWL (Here on Wednesdays Late in College and Career): Wed., Oct.13 after school.
• Workshop Wednesday (seniors): Wednesday, Oct. 13
• PSAT (sophomores and juniors): Wednesday, Oct. 13
• FAFSA Workshop on Zoom (seniors): Tues., Oct. 19, 7:00 PM
• Practice ACT: (sophomores and juniors): Sat., October 23, 9:00 AM
• Student-Athlete College Information Night: Mon., Oct. 25, 6:30 PM
• FAFSA Workshop In-Person (seniors): Mon., Oct 25, 7:00 PM

• Juniors and Seniors: College rep visits are in full swing! Please remember to sign up for them via Naviance AND get your teacher’s permission to attend at least 48 hours before the visit (Permission Form). Visits next week include Arizona State University, University of Connecticut, Dominican University, Dartmouth, University of Idaho, Drexel, William Jessup University, Marist College, John Cabot University, Mount Holyoke College, Quest University Canada, Lehigh, Northern Arizona University, Marquette, University of Nevada Reno, and Creighton.
• All Grade Levels: Carondelet and De La Salle will be hosting (virtually) Financial Aid Night on Thursday, October 7 at 7:00pm with Priscilla Muha, Director of Financial Aid at Cal Maritime. Zoom Link
• Sophomores and Juniors: Register for a free, online proctored ACT practice exam offered by Compass Education Group in partnership with Carondelet on Saturday, October 23 at 9:00 a.m. We recommend taking a practice ACT exam and comparing your results to your PSAT scores. This is a helpful way to choose between the SAT and ACT, and it will also help you craft your testing timeline and determine how and when you need to begin studying for the SAT or ACT. The registration deadline is October 18.Registration and more details are available here.
• All Grade Levels: The (Virtual) Black College Expo will take place on Oct. 15 from 2:30-4:30 PM. This is a great opportunity to learn more about colleges, possibly get your application fee waived or admitted to college on the spot! There is also an essay competition on “Why a College Education is Important to Me” (due Oct. 4). Register today.
• Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors: Rider University’s Norm Brodsky Business Concept Competition is now accepting applications. The winner of the senior division receives a full four-year tuition scholarship to Rider University. The lower division winners receive cash prizes. Watch this video to see a recap of last year’s competition.
• All Grade Levels: Tufts University will be hosting an interactive workshop called Beyond the Numbers: Breaking Down Highly Selective Admissions at the Sheraton Palo Alto on Tuesday, October 5 at 7:00 PM PDT and at the Hilton Garden Inn San Mateo on Wednesday, October 6 at 7:00 PM PDT. Oct. 5 registrationOct. 6 registration
• Seniors: The Elks National Foundation (ENF) Scholarship 2021 Most Valuable Student application is now open and due November 15th. ENF awards 500 four-year scholarships based on academics, leadership, and financial need. National awards range from $1,000 per year to $12,500 per year. The national awards will be announced in April 2022.
• All Grade Levels: Upcoming Events
• College Rep Visits, Ongoing (juniors and seniors only)
• Seniors: HOWL (Here on Wednesdays Late in College and Career), Wed., Oct. 6 after school.
• Community Block with Seniors: Wednesday, October 6
• Financial Aid Night (on Zoom): Thursday, October 7, 7:00 PM Zoom Link
• Workshop Wednesday (Seniors): Wednesday, Oct. 13
• PSAT (sophomores and juniors): Wednesday, Oct. 13

• Juniors and Seniors: College rep visits have started! Make sure to check out the most up-to-date schedule in Naviance and register (Permission Form). If you will be missing class, you must get your teacher’s permission in order to attend the presentation. Visits next week include Boston University, Chapman University, University of Arizona, Scripps College, University of Southern California, California Baptist University, Azusa Pacific, University of Portland, University of Dallas, Morehouse College, Rutgers, Catholic University of America, Michigan State, Texas Christian University, Muhlenberg College, University of Rochester, and Seattle University.
• All Grade Levels: Carondelet and De La Salle will be hosting (virtually) Financial Aid Night on Thursday, October 7 at 7:00pm. Priscilla Muha, Director of Financial Aid at Cal Maritime, will present information about the different types of financial aid, the financial aid application process, how financial aid is awarded, and answer frequently asked questions about the financial aid process. A Zoom link will be emailed to families and posted on Schoology the day of the event.
• All Grade Levels: We are excited to be partnering with Girls With Impact and are able to bring you a special tuition discount for their 10-week mini-MBA program for young women, 14-18. Fall classes start the week of October 12th and will fill up quickly, so sign up today. Typically, the program costs $895, however Carondelet students are receiving a significant discount and will only pay $10 per session for a total of $100! Use the code “CARONDELET” at checkout. Register online.
• All Grade Levels: The California State University (CSU), University of California (UC) and Association of Independent California College and Universities (AICCU) are partnering together to provide seven virtual college fairs this October. All UC and CSU campuses, and a majority of independent colleges and universities from the AICCU, will participate. Register online
• All Grade Levels: Are you looking to create a short film, but not sure where to start? You’re in luck - Reel Stories is offering after-school filmmaking courses starting at the end of this month for Beginner and Advanced Filmmakers! The Reel Stories Beginner After School Program will guide you through the basics of filmmaking including: cinematography, editing, animation, script writing and more! Register online
• All Grade Levels: Carondelet is excited to announce that we will be offering a Midwest College Tour from April 17th through April 23rd. We are partnering with Athens Advisors to take our students to visit the following colleges.
  • Sept. 29 Information Session
  • Oct. 6 Information Session
• Seniors: On Sept. 28 at 6:15 PM, Ethan Sawyer, The College Essay Guy, will be leading a free webinar about the 8 UC Personal Insight Questions (PIQs). He will review the prompts, explain how to choose your 4 PIQs, essential qualities of a PIQ, and will give examples of outstanding PIQs. If you are struggling with the UC PIQs, make sure to attend this presentation. RSVP
• All Grade Levels: To inform you about various college-related events throughout the Bay Area and online, College and Career will be compiling them into a document for you to view. Please check this document regularly for updates.
• Colleges in the News: A ‘Forceful Voice’ for Community Colleges, How to Build Resilience for High School, College
• All Grade Levels: Upcoming Events
  • College Rep Visits, Ongoing (juniors and seniors only)
  • Seniors: HOWL (Here on Wednesdays Late in College and Career), Wed., Sept. 29 after school.
  • Community Block with Seniors: Wednesday, October 6
  • Financial Aid Night (on Zoom): Thursday, October 7, 7:00 PM

• Juniors and Seniors: College rep visits have started! Make sure to check out the most up-to-date schedule in Naviance and register (Permission Form). If you will be missing class, you must get your teacher’s permission in order to attend the presentation. Visits next week include University of Iowa, University of Miami, Menlo College, Beloit College, St. John’s University, University of the Incarnate Word, University of the Pacific, Union College, Harvey Mudd College, Purdue, Bucknell, University of Calgary, Louisiana State University, University of San Diego, Point Loma Nazarene
• All Grade Levels: Carondelet and De La Salle will be hosting (virtually) Financial Aid Night on Thursday, October 7 at 7:00pm. Priscilla Muha, Director of Financial Aid at Cal Maritime, will present information about the different types of financial aid, the financial aid application process, how financial aid is awarded, and answer frequently asked questions about the financial aid process. A Zoom link will be emailed to families and posted on Schoology the day of the event.
• All Grade Levels: The Scholastic Art and Writing Competition is now open for submissions. Share your voice and vision, and your work may be selected for exhibition, publication, scholarships, and more. Online Application
• All Grade Levels: The National Catholic College Admission Association will be offering a college fair and panel presentations this October. Check out their schedule online and register to attend.
• All Grade Levels: To inform you about various college-related events throughout the Bay Area and online, College and Career will be compiling them into a document for you to view. Please check this document regularly for updates.
• All Grade Levels: The Perry Virtual Experience is a free, 2.5-hour, interactive online experience for high school students who gender-identify as female or nonbinary and are interested in pursuing careers in orthopaedic surgery and engineering. Participants will hear from women leaders in these fields and dive into online orthopaedic simulations and biomechanics experiments. Register online.
• Juniors and Seniors: Planning to major in the visual arts? Attend an online or in person National Portfolio Day session. National Portfolio Days are an opportunity for prospective students to present their portfolios to representatives from art and design colleges and university art departments. Aspiring artists can gather a wide range of opinions and advice about their portfolios, which may help them strengthen their work and prepare their college applications.
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• All Grade Levels: Upcoming Events
  • College Rep Visits, Ongoing (juniors and seniors only)
  • Seniors: HOWL (Here on Wednesdays Late in College and Career), Wed., Sept. 15 after school.
  • Coffee with the Counselors for Junior and Senior Parents (on Zoom): Friday, Sept. 24, 8:00 AM
  • Community Block with Seniors: Wednesday, October 6
  • Financial Aid Night (on Zoom): Thursday, October 7, 7:00 PM

• Juniors and Seniors: College rep visits have started! Make sure to check out the most up-to-date schedule in Naviance and register (Permission Form). If you will be missing class, you must get your teacher’s permission in order to attend the presentation. Visits next week include Villanova, University of San Francisco, Emory, Willamette, University of Missouri, Boston College, Reed, Saint Mary’s College, Washington State University, Gonzaga, University of Puget Sound, American University, UC San Diego, York University, Elon, Merrimack College, College of the Holy Cross, and EHL.
• All Grade Levels: Interested in studying business? On Monday, September 13, College and Career will be hosting, Girls with Impact, for an information Zoom session about their live, online business and leadership academy for girls ages 14-18. Over the 10-week program students will go from idea to launch, turning their passion into impact. If there are enough students from CHS interested in participating, we will have our own program session with a dramatically lower price per student. Need-based scholarship money is available from our Sisterhood Fund. Zoom Link
• All Grade Levels: The Compass Guide to College Admissions Testing is now available. This comprehensive guide provides helpful information about how to navigate the world of college testing.
• All Grade Levels: Major Brad Davis, the Far West Regional Commander for admissions, will provide an informational briefing about West Point and how to achieve admission to the U.S. Military Academy on Wednesday, September 15, from 7:00 to 8:30 PM in the Lafayette Veterans Memorial Center. Register online.
• Sophomores and Juniors: Applerouth will be providing free PSAT prep and practice tests to help students prepare for the Oct. 13 exam.
• All Grade Levels: To inform you about various college-related events throughout the Bay Area, College and Career will be compiling them into a document for you to view. Please check this document regularly for updates.
• All Grade Levels: University of Washington’s Youth & Teen Programs are for students who love to learn year-round. From coding to screenwriting and everything in between, we offer a variety of interesting courses to choose from throughout the year. Explore a passion, discover a new interest and even get ready for college. Register online
• All Grade Levels: The UC Davis Women in Business is an on-campus student organization at UC Davis that is committed to fulfilling the professional and personal goals of its members. Please join their first ever virtual high school outreach program to provide high school students with knowledge and skills on how to succeed in both the college and professional world. A schedule of workshops is available online. Workshop Schedule and RSVP Form
• All Grade Levels: Upcoming Events
  • College Rep Visits, Ongoing (juniors and seniors only)
  • Seniors: HOWL (Here on Wednesdays Late in College and Career), Wed., Sept. 15 after school.
  • Girls With Impact information session: Monday, Sept. 13, 6:00PM
  • Community Block with Seniors: Friday, Sept. 17
  • Coffee with the Counselors for Junior and Senior Parents (on Zoom): Friday, Sept. 24, 8:00 AM

• Juniors and Seniors: College rep visits have started! Make sure to check out the most up-to-date schedule in Naviance and register. If you will be missing class, you must get your teacher’s permission in order to attend the presentation (Permission Form). Visits next week include Denison, Hofstra, Grand Canyon University, Covenant College, CSU Chico, Mount Saint Mary’s, Sacred Heart University, University of Oregon, University of Nebraska-Lincoln, University of Massachusetts-Lowell, Providence College, Holy Names University.
• Freshmen: On September 8 at 7:00 PM, College and Career will be holding a Virtual Road to College Information Night for parents and students. Throughout this presentation, we will help families understand that the road to college is a journey, not a destination, and we will review what families can do during each year of high school to support their daughters’ post-high school goals. A Zoom link will be posted on Schoology and emailed to all families.
• All Grade Levels: Junior Achievement of Northern California is offering several free programs for high school students to explore business and STEM fields. Register online.
• All Grade Levels: The American Swim Academy in Walnut Creek is looking for year-round swim instructors. Pay is $16-$18 per hour. No experience required. Apply online.
• All Grade Levels: Interested in studying business? On Monday, September 13, College and Career will be hosting, Girls with Impact, for an information Zoom session about their live, online business and leadership academy for girls ages 14-18. Over the 10-week program students will go from idea to launch, turning their passion into impact. If there are enough students from CHS interested in participating, we will have our own program session with a dramatically lower price per student. Need-based scholarship money is available from our Sisterhood Fund. Zoom Link
• All Grade Levels: To inform you about various college-related events throughout the Bay Area, College and Career will be compiling them into a document for you to view. Please check this document regularly for updates.
• Colleges in the News: I Need to Stop Explaining My Daughter’s College Choice, How Colleges Assess Home Equity for Financial Aid
• All Grade Levels: Upcoming Events
• College Rep Visits, Ongoing (juniors and seniors only)
• Seniors: HOWL (Here on Wednesdays Late in College and Career), Wed., Sept. 8 after school.
• Freshman Road to College Information Night (virtual): Wed., Sept. 8, 7:00PM
• Girls With Impact information session: Monday, Sept. 13, 6:00PM
• Community Block with Seniors: Friday, Sept. 17

• Juniors and Seniors: College rep visits started this week! Make sure to check out the most up-to-date schedule in Naviance and register. If you will be missing class, you must get your teacher’s permission in order to attend the presentation. Visits next week include Vanderbilt, Yale NUS-College, Loyola University Chicago, Seton Hall, University of Chicago, Gettysburg, and Bard.
• Freshmen: On September 8, College and Career will be holding a Virtual Road to College Information Night for parents and students. Throughout this presentation, we will help families understand that the road to college is a journey, not a destination, and we will review what families can do during each year of high school to support their daughters’ post-high school goals. A Zoom link will be posted on Schoology and emailed to all families.
• Juniors: On Tuesday, August 31, juniors will spend Community Block learning about and preparing for the PSAT. Students have been assigned a classroom for the presentation and attendance will be taken. Students will need to bring with them earphones to hear the Zoom presentation and something for taking notes. Classroom Assignments
• All Grade Levels: On Sunday, August 29, NACAC will be hosting a virtual college fair with hundreds of colleges. This is a great opportunity to explore a variety of colleges. RSVP
• All Grade Levels: Interested in studying business? On Monday, September 13, College and Career will be hosting, Girls with Impact, for an information Zoom session about their live, online business and leadership academy for girls ages 14-18. Over the 10-week program students will go from idea to launch, turning their passion into impact. If there are enough students from CHS interested in participating, we will have our own program session with a dramatically lower price per student. Need-based scholarship money is available from our Sisterhood Fund. Zoom Link
• All Grade Levels: To inform you about various college-related events throughout the Bay Area, College and Career will be compiling them into a document for you to view. Please check this document regularly for updates.
• Seniors: The 2021 Good Tidings Community Service Scholarship is now open. Ten scholarships, each valued at $10,000 will be awarded. Review the website for scholarship criteria and application details.
• Senior Athletes: The Heisman Trophy Trust opened applications for the 2021 Heisman High School Scholarship program. The program honors hundreds of the nation’s most accomplished, community-minded high school senior athletes each year. Apply today!
• Colleges in the News: For Some College Students, Remote Learning is a Game Changer, The College Admission Double Standard
• All Grade Levels: Upcoming Events

• College Rep Visits, Ongoing (juniors and seniors only)
• Junior PSAT Preparation: August 31 during Community Block
• Seniors: Here on Wednesdays Late (HOWL), begins Wednesday, Sept. 1
• Freshman Road to College Information Night (virtual): Wednesday, Sept. 8, 7:00PM
• Girls With Impact information session: Monday, Sept. 13, 6:00PM

• All Grade Levels: On August 18, College and Career hosted a Virtual RACC (Out of State) College Fair. Twenty colleges shared, in 3 minutes each, unique programs and features offered at their institutions plus wonderful scholarship opportunities. If you missed the event, here is a recording available to families.
• All Grade Levels: To inform you about various college-related events throughout the Bay Area, College and Career will be compiling them into a document for you to view. Please check this document regularly for updates.
• Seniors: The 9th Annual Virtual Latino College Expo will be held on Sept. 18 from 12:00-3:00 PM. Visit with over 30 Hispanic serving universities, have the opportunity to get accepted on the spot, and be entered to win scholarships. Register online.
• Seniors: The National Catholic College Admission Association will be presenting, “Tip Talk on College Applications” Tuesday, August 31. Register online to attend and get advice on how to complete your college applications.
• Seniors: More than 70 colleges offer free summer and fall visits for under-represented and diverse students. It’s a great way to learn more about colleges and possibly even get a free trip to visit. Application deadlines are coming up!
• All Grade Levels: ​​Paying for College Resource provides free, easy to understand information and resources so families have everything they need to figure out how they’ll pay for college. Visit the website for helpful resources.
• All Grade Levels: The Perry Virtual Experience is a free, 2.5-hour, interactive online experience for high school students who gender-identify as female or nonbinary and are interested in pursuing careers in orthopaedic surgery and engineering. Participants will hear from women leaders in these fields and dive into online orthopaedic simulations and biomechanics experiments. Register online.
• Colleges in the News: California Expands Program Offering Money for College Savings to All, How Recent Events Reshaped College Admissions
• All Grade Levels: Upcoming Events
• College Rep Visits, Ongoing (juniors and seniors only)
• Seniors Kickstart Make Up: August 23, lunch in College & Career
• Senior College Meeting: August 27 during Community Block
• Junior PSAT Preparation: August 31 during Community Block
• Seniors: Here on Wednesdays Late (HOWL), begins Wednesday, Sept. 1
• Freshman Road to College Information Night (virtual): Wednesday, Sept. 8, 7:00PM

August 13, 2021

• All Grade Levels: On August 18, College and Career will be hosting a Virtual RACC College Fair from 6:00-7:00pm. This is a great opportunity to learn more about out-of-state colleges such as Baylor, Purdue, Marist, Michigan State, Lafayette College, Colorado State University and many more. A Zoom link will be emailed to families and posted on Schoology the day of the event.
• All Grade Levels: The Walnut Creek Youth Leadership Commission is seeking new members. Applications are due August 20. Students must reside in Walnut Creek.
• All Grade Levels: To inform you about various college-related events throughout the Bay Area, College and Career will be compiling them into a document for you to view. Please check this document regularly for updates.
• Seniors: The 2021 Good Tidings Community Service Scholarship is now open. Ten scholarships, each valued at $10,000 will be awarded. Review the website for scholarship criteria and application details.
• Seniors: A College Kickstart Make Up session will be held on August 23 during lunch in College and Career. This is required for any students who missed either Kickstart part 1 or part 2.
• Juniors and Seniors: College rep visits will be starting at the end of August. Make sure to check in Naviance for the most up-to-date schedule and to register to attend. You must get your teacher’s permission to miss class. Video: How to Register for a College Rep Visit
• Colleges in the News: Colleges Requiring the COVID Vaccine, Got a Spare Apartment? UCSD Students Need a Place to Live, Tuition Hike Approved for UCs,
• All Grade Levels: Upcoming Events
  • College Rep Visits, Ongoing (juniors and seniors only)
  • Virtual RACC College Fair: August 18, 6:00 PM
  • Seniors Kickstart Make Up: August 23, lunch in College & Career
  • Senior College Meeting: August 31 during Community Block
  • Junior PSAT Preparation: August 31 during Community Block