College & Career Center
News from The College & Career Center
Thousand Oaks High School ~ April 24th, 2015
Be sure to look for *NEW* items
If you missed Financial Aid Night, please look at the PowerPoint presentation by Kathy
Palmer, Financial Aid Counselor at CLU.
Work Permit Applications are available online!
Applications are NO LONGER provided at school. Print out the work permit application
online, fill out completely and return to Mrs. Peters for processing.
( cpeters@conejousd.org ) or 805 495-7491 ext 1302
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1.
College & Career Information
*NEW* College Planning Experts presents “How to Pay for College without Breaking
the Bank” – 6:45pm on May 4th at The North Ranch Community Center. See the CCC
website for more information.
RACC (Regional Admission Counselors of California) have a list of colleges that are still
accepting applications for the Fall of 2015. Many of these schools have scholarships and
financial aid still available. Check out the RACC Space Availability Report.
UCSB & C2 Education are teaming up to present a workshop on Writing the UC Personal
Essay and the changes on the SAT on Thursday, May 14th. Juniors should join us at 6:30pm
in the MPR/cafeteria and bring paper, pens and your ideas. The current UC prompts will be
available.
The Workforce Investment Board of Ventura County invites you to investigate good
paying jobs and what it takes to get into health, tech-based manufacturing or green jobs.
Check out Workforce Investment Board or stop in the CCC for a flyer with more information.
Want a job with a future? Workforce Investment Board also has information on Ventura
County careers and what it takes to make it happen. Visit Jobs With a Future for more
information.
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. The 2016 scholarship is now available for applications. It is not too
early to think about ROTC College Scholarships! Check out the flyer on the CCC website.
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.
Want more information about the CSU System? The California State University Fact
Book 2014 is available online.
*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”
Check back in the Fall for College Visits!
*Please remember to remove your name if you cannot attend!*
*NEW* College Wise, a blog by Kevin McMullin – Kevin Mullin, founder of College Wise,
has advice for students and parents thinking about college. This post advises on The
Difference Between Executing and Initiating. You may also subscribe to College Wise!
US Naval Sea Cadets and TOHS student/Cadet Sean Chen were on the quad at lunch on
Friday, March 20th with information on joining US Naval Sea Cadets of Port Hueneme. Visit
the US Naval Sea Cadets website for more information on the program.
2.
AP Test Registration
AP Test Registration is closed for the 2015 testing season. Please see Mrs. Peters in the
CCC for more information.
3.
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
ACT/SAT Test Preparation
Concerned about the changes in the SAT? See what College Board has to say about the
redesigned PSAT (October 2015) and the SAT (March 2016).
*NEW* C2 Education is offering a Free practice test of the current SAT, the NEW SAT and
the ACT. Sign up at C2 Education.
*NEW* Kaplan Test Prep is offering Sophomores a free practice test of the NEW PSAT that
will be coming in October. The test will take place at CLU on Saturday, May 8th. Register at
KapTest.
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.
4.
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 student
ranks colleges in academics, athletics, campus dining, housing, drug safety, transportation,
weather and much more.
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.
5.
Scholarships
It’s Scholarship Season! Scholarship information is available on Naviance. Search for
scholarships and applications on the Scholarship List link under the Colleges tab. Parents
will need their student’s user name and password to fully access the Naviance website.
*NEW* There are many scholarship search websites to find scholarships you may qualify
for. Be careful when filling out information. The application should not have a fee associated
with it. Check out the Scholarship page on the CCC website for a list of scholarship
websites!
Ending soon! – Check Naviance for links or applications.
*NEW*
College Specific Scholarships – Check Naviance for links or applications.
Northern Arizona University – NEW! Blue & Gold Scholarship Program can save qualifying
students $8-12,000. These scholarships can be added to the Western Undergraduate
Exchange (WUE) discount for out of state students. Deadline is May 1.
Community Scholarships – Check Naviance for links or applications.
*NEW*
CVLL James L. Street Memorial Scholarship – Deadline Wednesday, May 6th
Mike Jellander Aquatics Scholarship – Deadline Friday, May 8th
Drew Perez Impact Student Scholarship – Deadline Extended to Friday, May 1st
Kurt Mautner Memorial Scholarship – Deadline Friday, May 8th
Jason Fleagane Memorial Scholarship – (Moorpark College) – Deadline Friday, May 8th
Scott Thomas Memorial Scholarship – Deadline Friday, May 1st
Courtney Maltz Scholarship – Deadline Extended to Friday, May 1st
Michael Robert Belko Memorial Scholarship – Deadline Extended to Friday, May 1st
Mark A. Tortorici Memorial Scholarship (Moorpark College Music or Drama) Deadline
Friday, May 8th
Bownet Student Athlete Scholarship – Deadline Friday, May 1st
Conejo Simi Moorpark Association of Realtors Scholarship – Deadline Saturday, May
2nd
Thousand Oaks High School PTSA Scholarship – Multiple scholarships for students who
have contributed to the TOHS community through activities, academics, arts or sports. An
essay is required and student must be a member of PTSA. It’s not too late to join! See Mrs.
Solis in Activities. Applications available on Naviance. Deadline is May 16th.
Ojai Studio Artists Art Scholarship – Multiple scholarships for original artwork. Deadline is
May 2. Application and information available on Naviance.
6.
Summer Opportunities
Please visit the CCC’s newest information web page for information on Summer learning
opportunities.
*NEW* World Ocean Day Expo in Newport Beach – a fun event for the entire family.
Activities include a coastal monitoring/cleanup by the Balboa Pier, an underwater/scuba
cleanup, and hands-on activities. Visit World Ocean Day Expo for more information.
*NEW* Teradyne 2015 Summer Engineering Workshop (SEW) – Current Juniors who
are interested in learning about the various engineering professions should apply for this
special program. See the CCC website for more information.
Bridge to Biotechnology Summer Workshop at Moorpark College. Email Paul Kores at
pkores@vcccd.edu for more information. You will also find a flyer on the CCC website.
7.
Volunteer Opportunities
*NEW* Stop in the CCC for an updated list of local volunteer opportunities. You can also
check the CCC Volunteer page for a link to the list.
Acacia Elementary School is looking for volunteers to help in an afterschool event on
Friday, May 1st from 2:45-4:30pm. Please call 805 490-1157 to sign up.
Summer Camp Counselors are needed for the Boys & Girls Clubs summer camp program
at Los Cerritos MS. Call 805 493-2917 for more information.
The Hope Picnic & Hoe Down is hold a community event to support the California Coastal
Horse Rescue Foundation. The picnic will be held on May 3rd. They are looking for students
who would be interested in covering the event as photographers or videographers. Please
visit www.thehopepicnic.com for more information.
Westlake Hills Elementary is looking for volunteers for their May 9th carnival at the school.
Students will earn volunteer hours by helping at the game booths. Contact Lizz Grensell at
grinsellfamily@gmail.com.
Camp Helping Hands is looking for Summer Camp Junior Counselors for their CSUCI and
CLU locations. Camps are run from July 13th – 31st. Visit Camp Helping Hands for more
information.
8.
Job Opportunities
*NEW* Summer Work Permits – if you plan on getting a summer job, you will still need a
work permit! Print out the Work Permit Application and fill out the top portion before you go
job searching. Be sure your new employer completely fills out the employer section to avoid
delays.
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 SINCE SEPTEMBER 2014 ARE VALID THROUGH
SEPTEMBER 12TH, 2015. YOU WILL NEED A NEW WORK PERMIT IF YOU GET A NEW
OR SECOND JOB NOW OR IN THE SUMMER!
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.
Job opportunities are posted on the window outside the CCC (D-2) and in the daily
bulletin.
Juice It Up! is opening soon in Thousand Oaks and is now hiring. Applications are available
in the CCC.
Seniors! A local architectural firm is looking for a part time graduating senior to assist
architects in various administrative duties. Must have good math skills, good computer
knowledge and ability to learn new programs. Stop by the CCC for more information.
State Farm Agent Nancy Cannon in Thousand Oaks is looking for a tech savvy, detail
oriented assistant who is comfortable with social media. Must have a car! Call Nancy at 805
379-4588.
Evergreen Cleaners at 3900 E. Thousand Oaks Blvd., is looking for help from 1-7pm. Pay
will be $9 to start and this will be a long term job. Please call Mrs. Seo at 805 368-4103 or
Mr. Seo at 805 368-4915.
Daland Swim School is hiring swim instructors and camp counselors now! No swimming
experience necessary, training provided. Contact office@dalandswim.com for more
information.
California State Parks Lifeguard - seasonal summer job testing and training. Visit
California State Parks for more information or see the flyer posted outside the CCC.
9.
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.
10.
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.
Monday – Air Force (monthly)
Tuesday – Marines
Wednesday – Army
Thursday - Navy