College & Career Center
February 2025 Updates
All Seniors received an email from me (Ms. Eryn) with a Survey to get more information on an upcoming field trip to Palomar College - San Marcos. Input is crucial as I want to make sure that student voice is captured in which tours we have on their campus.
SENIORS: If you have not completed the survey, please check your email and complete it NOW!!! It will be sent out again on Feb. 1!
SENIORS: Let's get those FAFSA/CADAA applications done and win the race!!
Ms. Eryn and Mr. VanHoosear will be providing weekly live updates on Instagram: @bhs_countdowntograduation showing our progress as we race to beat the other schools in our FAFSA/CADAA submissions.
If you need help with your applications, please reach out to Ms. Sanchez right away!!!
Seniors: It is time to start applying for scholarships!! You can talk to Ms. Sanchez for an up-to-date list!
Here is a great resource.
https://www.sdfoundation.org/students/common-scholarship-application/
Going Merry (www.goingmerry.com) is a new scholarship website - it makes scholarship applications as easy as college applications are when you use the Common App! There is a big waiting list but all of you can skip it when you sign up here: https://www.goingmerry.com/c/erynk-rw73w
More Info
Going Merry is completely different from the older scholarship search engines:
- Matching - Once you fill out your profile, you are automatically matched with scholarships you are most eligible for.
- Direct Applications - You can apply directly to multiple scholarships, you never need to leave the site.
- Autofilled Applications - All of the information from your profile is autofilled into each application, saving you time.
- Estimated Application Times - Every scholarship has estimated application time to help you prioritize them.
- Scholarships Grouped By Essay Topics - Scholarships are grouped by common essay topics so you can minimize the number of essays you have to write.
Other Scholarship Resources:
Where else can I find scholarships?
- Local Scholarships (work, organizations, etc.)
- Search websites (Some are listed below)
- Public Library
Scholarship Search Websites:
https://wp.classroomofthefuture.org/programs/
BEWARE OF SCAMS! DO NOT pay for a scholarship, DO NOT give out your social security number and DO NOT give out your bank information.
Mr. Hinchliff is now working part-time as the new Pathway Specialist on the Early College Team!! 🎉
"In my eight years at Bonsall High School, I have taught English, Spanish, and History, as well as electives like Speech and Debate and Native American Studies. This semester, I am excited to step into the role of Early College Pathway Specialist. Whether inside or outside the classroom, I am dedicated to helping students discover their passions and achieve their goals while keeping their future in focus. In this new role, I aim to continue this mission by building on the innovative foundation established by Ms. Eryn Barker and embracing our partnership with Palomar College. I look forward to working with you all in the coming year!" Mr.Gregory Hinchliff
Spring 2025 Palomar College classes started on January 27!!
We have launched our Spring 2025 cohort of students and they are excited!! We have two groups of students going to the Fallbrook campus, a few students going to the San Marcos campus, students continuing their journey toward a graphic design certificate at BHS, as well as a large variety of courses online. Good luck to everyone as they start their journey!!
NEW Digital Handbook Just Launched!!! Check it out!!!
I am so thrilled to announce the launch of the NEW BHS Early College Handbook. This resource includes information about the program, highlights and quotes from previous students, and all of the resources included in our amazing program! Check it out!!
SUPPORT for College Students - New Canvas course!!
BHS Launched a NEW platform to make the FAFSA & College Application process easier!!!!
Ms. Eryn and Ms. Laurenne worked with Seniors to launch their CaliforniaColleges.edu accounts this fall! All UC, CSU and California Community College applications and financial applications (FAFSA) will be launched through student's CaliforniaColleges.edu accounts.
Why?? This step will automatically transfer student's transcript information into the application!! This will save time and prevent any errors that could potentially keep you from getting accepted to a UC/CSU!
All Senior financial aid applications and college and career program applications will be launched from this platform!!
Click Below for Parent and StudentTutorials and Resources!!
How to Register Your Parent Account
How to View Your Child’s Activity on CaliforniaColleges.edu
How to View Your Child’s Financial Aid Lessons Progress
How to Use the Academic Planner for High School Students
How to Use the Career Search Tool
How to Use the Major Search Tool
How to Use the College Search Tool
How to Launch and Track Your CCCApply Application
How to Launch and Track Your Cal State Apply Application
How to Launch Your UC Application
The tools in your My Plan can help you organize their thoughts, track steps, and develop a clear plan for the future. These tools include:
- My College Plan, which helps you keep track of your favorite colleges and majors, document any college visits or presentations you’ve attended, as well as organizes all your college application dates and deadlines;
- My Career Plan, which helps you keep track of the careers you’ve liked and Career Assessments you’ve taken; and
- My Financial Aid Plan, which helps you keep track of all your activities related to financial aid, including your financial aid lesson progress and financial aid applications.
Ms. Eryn Barker
Early College/CTE Coordinator
I am happy to say that this is my seventh year at Bonsall High School, 2nd year in my new role as the Early College/CTE Coordinator. I am a Midwest native, where I received my Bachelor's of Science in Business Administration and later my Master's of Education in both School and Clinical Counseling. While in my new role, I support students with taking college classes and discovering opportunities and career goals through the Early College program and the CTE Pathways!
Contact Information:
Email: eryn.barker@bonsallusd.com
Instagram: @ bhs_countdowntograduation
Miss Laurenne Sanchez
BHS School Counselor
Miss Sanchez(she/her/ella) is Bonsall High School's new School Counselor. She was born in the Dominican Republic, identifies as a bilingual Afro-Latina. She is a first-generation college graduate and earned two Bachelor of Arts degrees in Political Science and Communications at the University of California, Davis and her Master's of Science in School Counseling. Laurenne is passionate about education and working with students and families on their own journeys. She is excited about meeting all of you and is available for all things academic, college and career and of course, your feels. Come by her office to say hello :)
Contact information:
Bonsall HS College & Career Center
Email: For Early College & CTE: eryn.barker@bonsallusd.com
For School Counselor: laurenne.sanchezgutierrez@bonsallusd.com
Website: https://hs.bonsallusd.com/
Location: 7350 W. Lilac Rd., Bonsall, CA 92003
Phone: (760) 305-5700
Instagram: @bhs_countdowntograduation