CCR Update
St. Charles East-November 13, 2026
Schedule
Junior Class--November 30-December 4, 2026
Sophomore Class--January 11-15, 2027
8th Grade--TMS January 20 & WMS January 21, 2027
Freshman Class--January 25-January 29, 2027
Directions
Students will enter their course requests directly into StudentVue.
- The registration portal opens on November 12, 2026.
All course requests should be entered in StudentVue before your scheduled counselor appointment.
StudentVue will close on January 29, 2027, at the conclusion of Course Selection.
- Video Directions: How to Add a Course Request in StudentVue
- Written Directions: How to Add a Course Request in StudentVue
Worksheets
Students should complete their grade-level worksheet before their scheduled counselor appointment. These worksheets will help you prepare for your meeting and make informed decisions about your courses for next year.
Resources
We encourage students to explore the resources available on the Academic Planning page of the College & Career Readiness (CCR) website. These resources will help you make informed course selections that support your future college and career goals.
Counselor Appointments
Your assigned counselor appointment date and period can be found on the Academic Planning page of the CCR website. Please report to the Counseling Office at the beginning of your assigned class period. Come prepared with your completed worksheet and your course requests entered in StudentVue!
P. A. 101-180 requires all Illinois public high school students to complete either the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or the Alternative Application for Illinois Financial Aid (Alternative Application) as a prerequisite to receiving a high school diploma. Additionally, high schools are expected to provide students and their families with any support or guidance necessary to comply with the requirement. For students who choose not to file an application, a waiver may be completed by their parent. The Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) makes available through their website a FAFSA Nonparticipation Form (English and Spanish) for this purpose. Check out our FAFSA Update for more information.
Elgin Community College is offering a series of College & Career events for the fall and spring semesters. Session topics include The Start of College Decisions, Financial Aid 101, Early College Credit options, Professional Etiquette, Discovering Careers, Career Clusters & Opportunities, Successful Interviewing and more. All events are free and open to the public. Events will be held virtually over Zoom on Tuesday evenings from 6 to 7 P.M. unless otherwise noted. For more information and meeting links, please visit https://elgin.edu/community/college-transitions/ccr/upcoming-events/
Upcoming Events:
Money Matters: Financial Confidence for College Students
Date: Tuesday, November 17, 2026 Time: 6:00 pm to 7:15 pm Location: Virtual
Financial confidence begins with understanding how to manage your money wisely. Join us for an informative session designed to help students develop practical financial skills that support success in college and beyond. Participants will learn the fundamentals of budgeting, banking, credit, saving, and managing everyday expenses. The webinar will also explore strategies for making informed financial decisions, avoiding common financial pitfalls, and building healthy money habits that can last a lifetime. Whether you are preparing for college, are currently enrolled, or are planning your next educational step, this session will provide valuable tools and resources to help you take control of your financial future. Guest Speaker: TBD Join us for this installment of the College & Career Success Series, a year-long webinar series designed to help students plan, prepare, and succeed in college, career, and beyond.
Job Shadow Program
The City of St. Charles is offering a career pathway job shadow program to St. Charles high school students interested in exploring a career in municipal government. You may schedule up to three different job shadow experiences per school year, during which you can explore work sites, ask questions, see demonstrations, and learn about education and certifications. Students will be responsible for transportation to and from the City. The date, time, and length of the job shadow will be scheduled outside of school hours directly with the City’s job shadow program coordinator. Please return your completed registration form to Mr. Matt Gill in the College & Career Office.
College Visit Sign-up in SchooLinks
Log in to your SchooLinks account (https://app.schoolinks.com/).
On the Student Dashboard, click on the School Events section to see all upcoming college visits.
Click on the name of the visit you want to attend, and then click on the Register for this Event button.
Before attending the visit, make sure you pick up a College Visit Pass from the College & Career Readiness Office or Student Services. You will need to fill out the form and have your teacher sign it before attending the visit. You will also be responsible for making up any missed work when attending a college visit.
If you have a conflict with a college visit, please email Diana.Ams@d303.org for the college rep's contact information.
For Scheduled Virtual Visits: Click the link to enter the live virtual conference with a college rep. For the full listing go to the College Visit page on the CCR Website.
Information for local scholarships and select national scholarships is available in the College and Career Office and through the scholarship listing on the CCR website. This list will continue to be updated throughout the school year.
Greenhouse Scholars
Applications are now open for eligible high school seniors who have demonstrated outstanding leadership, served their community, shown accountability, and overcome obstacles to pursue a higher education. To be considered eligible, students must be planning to attend a 4-year accredited institution, have an unweighted GPA of 3.5 or higher, and demonstrate financial need (annual household income no greater than $80,000). Round 1 application deadline is November 16, 2026.
Seigle Scholar Program
The Seigle Scholar Program at Elgin Community College (ECC) is an incredible opportunity open to high school seniors planning to transfer to a four-year university. It offers a full-ride scholarship to ECC covering tuition, books, fees and more—so you can focus on your studies. For scholarship details, eligibility, and an easy online application, visit the Seigle Scholars web page. The application deadline is January 18, 2027.
Community Foundation Scholarship Program
Community Foundation Scholarship Program-opens November 1st
Since 1948, the Community Foundation of the Fox River Valley has awarded over $33.7 million in scholarships. The Community Foundation offers over 200 plus scholarship opportunities to students who will attend an accredited institution of higher education within the United States of America during the 2025-2026 academic year. The application window will open on November 1, 2026 and will close on January 20, 2027. If you need assistance, please contact Beth Christoffel at 630-896-7800.
- D303 Financial Aid Night-St. Charles North Auditorium-September 16, 2026-6:30-8:00 p.m.
- 2027-2028 FAFSA Application-Scheduled to open October 1, 2026
- Pathways Night (2 Year, Tech, Trades & Military Post-Secondary Options)-Compass Academy-October 28, 2026-6-8 p.m.
- FAFSA Completion Workshop-B200C/LRC-October 29, 2026-6-8pm.
- Early College Credit Information Night-St. Charles East Little Theatre-November 17, 2026 -6:30-8:30.p.m.
- Spring Into College-Little Theatre-March 9, 2027-6-8 p.m.
- Fox Valley College Fair@ St. Charles East Main Gym-March 24, 2027-6-8 p.m.
More details will be shared as we get closer to each event date.
College & Career Readiness Team
Website: https://sites.google.com/d303.org/stcharleseast--collegecareer/home
Location: 1020 Dunham Road, St. Charles, IL, USA
Phone: 331-228-5770
Twitter: @STCECCR