College & Career Center
News from The College & Career Center
Thousand Oaks High School ~ September 15th, 2014
Be sure to look for *NEW* items
ALL WORK PERMITS EXPIRED ON SEPTEMBER 12, 2014.
New applications will be required for all working students even if they are not working at a
NEW JOB. (more info below)
( cpeters@conejousd.org ) or 805 495-7491 ext 1302
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1.
College & Career Information
World Expeditions 2015 East Coast College Tour for Juniors – World Expeditions of San
Diego will be presenting information about the 2015 East Coast College Tour on Monday,
September 29th. The tour cost will include airfare, ground transportation, breakfast and
dinner (some colleges will include lunch during the tour) a customized tour handbook with
college information and space for notes, a ticket to a Broadway show, security and
chaperones, and travel insurance. Flyers will be available in the CCC. Please join us in the
Lancer Library at 6pm for more information. Please sign up on the CCC website. Proposed
colleges include:
Georgetown University
University of Maryland
Villanova University
Lehigh University
Columbia University
Fordham University
Yale University
Brown University
Providence College
Harvard University
Northeastern University
Boston College
College ROTC Scholarships – Sophomores and Juniors who are interested in ROTC
scholarships for college should visit the CCC for more information on requirements and
eligibility standards. It is not too early to think about ROTC College Scholarships!
Apprenticeship, Career College, Technical School or Vocational Training – If you are
not planning on attending a traditional college right out of high school, consider focusing on
career with a specialty college or school.
Apprenticeship – Cal Apprenticeship has information on California Apprenticeship programs.
Career College or Technical Schools – check out the US Department of Education’s website
for information on choosing the best school for your career goals.
Vocational Training – Conejo Valley Adult Education, Simi Valley Adult Education, Ventura
Adult and Continuing Education,or North Valley Occupational Center. Moorpark, Oxnard and
Ventura Colleges also have career or vocational programs available in Autobody,
Biotechnology, Business, Child Development, Computer Technology, Nursing, Welding and
more.
*NEW* Writing the UC Personal Statement – UCSB Admissions Rep and Jacob Kantor of
C2 Education will present an workshop on writing the UC Personal Statement for college
applications. It will take place in the MPR on Thursday, October 9 th from 7-8:30pm. Seniors
are highly encouraged to attend! Bring writing materials and be prepared to take notes. For
more information, stop by the CCC.
*NEW* College Visits – Colleges are already planning on visiting TOHS! This list will be
updated often on Naviance and the CCC website, so check back often.
*NEW* Sign-up for College Visits Signing up just got easier! Students will no longer
need to sign up for college visits at the CCC. You will now log into Naviance to sign up.
Sign in to Naviance
Click “Colleges” tab
Click “View All Upcoming College Visits”
Click “Sign-up”
California College of the Arts, San Francisco – Monday, September 15th at 11:15am
Boise State University, ID – Tuesday, September 16th at 8am
Vanderbilt University, TN – Tuesday, September 16th at 9am
University of Colorado, Boulder, CO – Tuesday, September 16th at 10:15am
Washington University St. Louis – Tuesday, September 16th at 11:00am
Grand Canyon University, AZ – Tuesday, September 23rd at 9am
St. Olaf College, MN – Tuesday, September 23rd at 10:45am
Colorado State University, CO – Wednesday, September 24th at 8am
Bradley University, IL – Wednesday, September 24th at 9am
Texas Christian University, TX – Wednesday, September 24th at 10:15am
UCLA, Los Angeles – Monday, September 29th at 8am
University of Washington, WA – Monday, September 29th at 10:10am
William Jessup University, Rocklin – Tuesday, September 30th at 8am
California Baptist University, Riverside – Tuesday, September 30th at 9am
San Diego Christian College, Santee – Tuesday, September 30th at 11:15am
California Lutheran University, Thousand Oaks – Thursday, October 2nd at 9am
Northwest Christian University, OR – Thursday, October 2nd at 10:15am
Binghamton University, NY – Friday, October 3rd at 8am
USC, Los Angeles, Friday, October 3rd at 9:30am
University of Massachusetts Amherst, MA – Friday, October 3rd at 10:15am
Brandeis University, MA – Monday, October 6th at 8am
Westmont College, Santa Barbara – Tuesday, October 7th at 9am
Gettysburg College, PA – Tuesday, October 7th at 10:15am
Miami University, OH - Tuesday, October 7th at 12:08pm
Arizona State University, AZ – Thursday, October 9th at 10:15am
Drexel University, PA – Thursday, October 9th at 11:15am
University of Puget Sound, WA – Friday, October 10th at 8am
University of Wisconsin, WI – Monday, October 13th at 8am
Chapman University, Orange – Monday, October 13th at 11:15am
Ithaca College, NY – Tuesday, October 14th at 8:00am
Providence College, RI – Tuesday, October 14th at 10:15am
Rider University, NJ – Wednesday, October 15th at 9:30am
Agnes Scott College, GA – Thursday, October 16th at 8am
Assumption College, MA – Wednesday, October 22nd at 10:15am
University of Chicago, IL – Wednesday, October 22nd at 1:00pm
University of Tulsa, OK – Thursday, October 23rd at 10:15am
Louisiana State University, LA – Monday, October 27th at 9am
Willamette University, OR – Tuesday, October 28th at 11:30am
Linfield College, OR – Thursday, October 30th at 8am
Massachusetts College of Pharmacy & Health Sciences, MA – Thurs. Oct. 30 at 9am
University of Texas, Austin – Monday, November 3rd at 10:30am
St. Mary’s of California, Moraga – Thursday, November 6th at 9:15am
Dominican University of California, San Rafael – Thursday, November 6th at 11:10am
Bryant University, RI – Thursday, November 13th at 9:00am
*Please remember to remove your name if you cannot attend!*
*NEW* CVUSD College Night will be held at Newbury Park High School on Tuesday,
September 23rd beginning at 6:00pm. Detailed information on the sessions are available in
the CCC and online.
2.
ACT/SAT/PSAT Test Schedule for 2014/15
The ACT and SAT tests are scheduled by the respective boards and not by CVUSD or
TOHS. Students must register and pay for the tests online, not at TOHS. Please review the
test schedules to best determine which test you should register for. Be aware of deadlines!
Both ACT and SAT will charge extra for late registration.
ACT Test Schedule
SAT Test Schedule
SAT Subject Test Schedule
UPDATED PSAT Test – The PSAT test is the only College Board test administered by
TOHS. This test is scheduled for Saturday, October 18th. Freshman and Sophomore Honors
students and all Juniors are highly encouraged to take the PSAT. It is a valuable tool for
students to get feedback about critical academic skills that they have learned during their
school career. And it helps prepare them for the SAT as, on average, students who take the
PSAT score 136 points higher on the SAT than those who do not test.
This is an important opportunity for Juniors as those with outstanding scores may be eligible
for college scholarships as Seniors. It is also a full length practice test that will indicate areas
that students need to study prior to taking the SAT.
Registration is now open and the cost of the test is $25. You may sign-up online with a credit
card at the TOHS Student Store, or in person at the CCC or Student store. Please note that
the Student Store and CCC will only accept checks made payable to CVUSD or cash.
ACT/SAT Test Preparation
TOHS is partnering with The Princeton Review to provide an on campus SAT or ACT test
prep class. Each class will include 18 hours of instruction time after school on campus,
beginning mid-September and 3 practice diagnostic tests. Please call Cicero Salmon at 626722-8544 for more information and to make reservations.
*NEW* Catalyst Test Prep is offering an SAT Bootcamp in the TOHS library on Saturday &
Sunday, September 27th & 28th. The cost is $175 and you must enroll by September 24th.
No walk-ins will be accommodated. Visit www.CatalystPrep.com and click on “Bootcamp
Sign-Up” or you may call 800 235-0056. Flyers are available in the CCC and the Activities
office.
UPDATE: Kaplan Test Prep will be conducting a mock ACT and mock SAT test on
Saturday, September 20th. This will be a great way to prepare for the upcoming official tests.
The tests will take place in the Lancer Library. The $20 cost is a fundraisers for the TOHS
PTSA Scholarship Fund. As the CCC will be closed September 17th-19th, students may sign
up in the Activities office. Cash or check (made out to TOHS PTSA) will be accepted to
confirm a seat at the test.
*NEW* Kaplan Test Prep has created a personal TOHS website for information regarding
classes, tutoring, opportunities at TOHS and tips for testing. Check it out!
Kaplan Test Prep explains the changes in the 2016 SAT test.
College Board Announcements
Free SAT practice and video tutorials through Khan Academy.
Enhanced Fee-waiver Services – Registration with a fee waiver is now allowed through
the late registration period.
Fee-waiver users will receive college application fee-waiver forms directly from the
College Board.
3.
How to Navigate from High School to College
Figuring out what college to go to, how to get there and planning out the road map to the
perfect school and career is not a quick or easy process.
Check out www.collegeappmap.org. The College App Map website, funded by Bill and
Melinda Gates Foundation, shows you step by step how to plan for college beginning
freshman year. But what if you’re a sophomore, junior or senior? It’s still not too late. You
CAN get to college!
Also, check out www.roadtripnation.com. This is a fun website for a public television show
that has been called “inspiring.” The show travels the US, listening to the life stories of
famous and everyday people, how they got to where they are now. It can help students
discover what career path they want to follow.
You can also check out http://colleges.niche.com/, a student recommended website to
research what real students and parents are saying about colleges. Find out where stude nts
ranks colleges in academics, athletics, campus dining, housing, drug safety, transportation,
weather and much more.
The Sacramento Bee published this article on choosing colleges. Personal Finance : When
Choosing Colleges, How to Calculate the Money Factor.
Gap Year opportunities are another way students investigate what they want to do in life.
Students with the Entrepreneurial spirit might want to investigate the Un-College program.
Students can network and experience a year of self-discover, while developing their own
curriculum. The program is broken up into four 3-month sessions that include internships,
travel abroad, living in a Gap Year house and completing a creative project. Visit Gap Year
to find out more.
4.
Scholarships
Scholarship Season begins early! There are currently 3 scholarships listed in Naviance and
some deadlines as early as the end of September. Scholarship information is available on
Naviance. Search for scholarships and applications on the Scholarship List link under the
Colleges tab.
*NEW* The Prudential Spirit of Community Award 2015 program is looking for students
who have volunteered at least 50 hours over the past year. Last year, TOHS nominated
three students to the state level and all were awarded the President’s Volunteer Service
Award and one student additionally won a Certificate of Excellence. State winners will be
awarded an all-expense paid trip to Washington, D.C.
If you have volunteered in the community, please The Prudential Spirit of Community Awards
to complete an application.
Be sure to print a copy of the application and turn it in to the CCC to be eligible for
local recognition and submission to the state level!
*NEW* The Quest Bridge 2014 National College Match Program is now accepting
applications for academically talented seniors who have excelled in school despite the
challenges they have faced. First generation college attendees, low-income or students who
believe that top college is out of reach should apply. For more information, visit Quest
Bridge. Flyers are available in the CCC.
*NEW*
Veterans of Foreign Wars VFW –Voice of Democracy Scholarship deadline November
1st, 2014
University of Notre Dame – The Hesburgh-Yusko Scholars Program deadline November
1st.
WACE Advancing Cooperative & Work-Integrated Education – 13th Annual National
Co-op Scholarship Program – deadline February 15th, 2015
2014 Hispanic Heritage Youth Awards – Latino Seniors (graduating in 2015) may apply to
the Youth Awards program presented by the Hispanic Heritage Foundation. The application
is available at HHF and all materials must be submitted by Monday, September 15 th, 2014.
Please check out the Hispanic Heritage website for criteria.
5.
Volunteer Opportunities
*NEW* Stop in the CCC for an updated list of local volunteer opportunities.
Atria Hillcrest Senior Living needs volunteers to help with Arts & Crafts, assist residents with
computers, cell phones, Kindles, iPads, etc, assist with activities and games (Bingo Caller?)
or general help in the Activities Offices.
Contact Shelley Engle at 805 373-0606 or shelley.engle@atriaseniorliving.com for more
information. Mrs. Engle would be glad to sign off on any Community Service paperwork you
have.
*NEW* Ventura County Transportation Commission is looking for students residing in
Ventura County to join its Teen Council. The Teen Council participates in community events,
engages in activities to create better transportation services, and interact with community
leaders. Students will need a letter of recommendation from an adult in a leadership role and
an application. Applications are available in the CCC.
*NEW* The New West Symphony’s Music Van Booth needs students to volunteer for 3
hour shifts during the Thousand Oaks Arts Festival at the Civic Arts Plaza. You will be
helping children and adults try out musical instruments. No musical experience is necessary!
The festival takes place on Saturday and Sunday, September 10th & 21st. Contact Erin
Boskovich, New West Symphony Music Van Manager boskofamily@roadrunner.com or cell
phone, 805 300-1647. Light snacks and water will be provided.
*NEW* Jeff Gorell’s Congressional Campaign office is looking for volunteers and interns
to help with the campaign. Job responsibilities could include research, phone calls, attending
events and walking precincts. You will learn the about the political process and the ins and
outs of political campaigning. Contact Tessa McCarty at 805 910-7121 for more information.
*NEW* CADEM – California Democratic Party is looking for volunteers (Organizing
Fellows) would be expected to work 10-25 hours per week through the November elections.
Fellows would be working in the field to increase voter participation and would gain valuable
real-world experience in a high-profile political operation.
Resumes should be submitted to S.Mitchell@cadem.org or call 773 387-7451.
6.
Job Opportunities
*NEW* Work Permits are required for paid employment for all students under the age of
18. Applications are now available online. Please turn in completed forms to Mrs. Peters in
the CCC and allow 24 hours for processing and approval from the Dean of Attendance.
ALL WORK PERMITS ISSUED LAST SCHOOL YEAR OR OVER THE SUMMER EXPIRE
ON SEPTEMBER 12TH, 2014. You will need a new work permit for this school year.
Remember...you need a Work Permit if:
You are under the age of 18
You are working
You may inquire about Work Permits at the Reception desk when the CCC is closed.
*NEW* Design It In Wood, a local company offers woodshop enrichment classes at local
elementary and middle schools. They are currently looking for Seniors to help with the
programs. The positions would be for 2 hours an afternoon for either 4 to 5 days a week and
would be paid at $11 to $14 per hour. Successful applicants will be trained. Interested
Students should send a paragraph explaining their interest and qualifications to
info@designitinwood.com. Flyers are available in the CCC.
*NEW* Subway in Thousand Oaks, Westlake & Newbury Park is hiring! Stop by any
Subway store for an application or apply online at www.mysubwaycareer.com.
*NEW* Mathnasium of Thousand Oaks needs a few strong math instructors. If you are a
Senior who is very strong in math and looking for a yearlong job, contact Rangu Mandyam at
805 777-8403 or at thousandoaks@mathnasium.com.
7.
Are You 18?
Or will you turn 18 this year? Then you may be eligible to vote! Take part in the greatest of
American traditions and exercise your right to have a say in your future. You may register
online or stop by the CCC to pick up a Voter Registration form.
Young men between the ages of 18 and 25 must register with the Selective Service System.
Visit the Selective Service System for more information.
8.
Military Representatives and Opportunities
Military representatives visit the CCC each week during lunch on regular school days to meet
with students interested in college scholarships, career opportunities and enlistment. Stop by
the CCC for more information.
Tuesday – Marines
Wednesday – Army
Thursday - Navy