GHS Counselor Connection

Congratulations to the Class of 2026! Scroll down for pictures from some great celebrations. We hope all of our foothillers enjoy some rest, fun, and quality time with loved ones during the summer (along with a little reflection and planning for the future- see below). Our team will be taking a break for the summer. We will not be sending out a newsletter or accessing email/voice mail in July. We will have a summer school counselor, academic advisors, and administrative assistants on campus during summer school hours in June. We look forward to seeing students when we return in August!

Here are some great resources for mental health support during the summer or anytime!

San Diego Access and Crisis Line: 1-888-724-7240

Teen Guide to Mental Health and Wellness

Guia Para Adolescentes De Salud Y Bienestar Mental

When school is out for the summer, keeping children fed and nourished can become even more challenging. The San Diego Food Bank is partnering with the Cajon Valley Union School District to provide free food support to youth during the month of July. Click here for locations, dates and times.

High School Summer Pass™ is Planet Fitness’ free summer membership that welcomes high school teens ages 14-19 to work out at a Planet Fitness gym. Click here for information on how to register.

Summer school will be held on the GHS campus on Mon. through Fri. from June 8th - 26th with a holiday on June 19th. Students will have the opportunity to repeat a D or F grade in one or two classes. Classes will be held from 8am - 11am and 11:45am - 2:45pm. All classes are full at this time. Parents/guardians recently received email confirmation of students enrolled in summer school. Students who would like to "crash a class" may show up at 7:30am on June 8th and will be placed in a class if space becomes available.

If you need a work permit for a summer job, please see Kimberly Dillard in the office from 8am - 3pm, Monday - Friday until June 26th (closed on June 19th). The form needs to be signed by your employer, parent/guardian, and approved by our Assistant Principal, so start this process as soon as you are offered the job! Click here for more information.

Goodwill San Diego has great opportunities to help youth gain valuable skills and find employment. The Summer Youth Program is designed to help young adults develop crucial work and soft skills. Students can meet one-on-one with a Goodwill Career Advisor to create a customized employment plan, including résumé building, interview preparation, and job search assistance. Sign up for this FREE program and take the first step toward a successful career! Make an appointment today to learn more.

"You never know when you will be presented with an opportunity, so your resume must always be ready to go! So today, I’m giving you exactly five ways to boost your resume before summer break. Trust me, a little effort now will go a LONG way—just ask the thousands of students who have followed this exact blueprint..." Read more in this article from Niche.com.

The Western Association of College Admissions Counselors is offering Camp College, a FREE virtual bootcamp for college applications. This series is free and open to all students in the graduating class of 2027. Each session will include a presentation and advice from experts, and participants will have the opportunity to have their questions answered live. All sessions will be on Wednesday afternoons at 4pm. Students register here. Links to recordings will be sent to registrants, so please still register even if you are not able to attend live!

6/10: Avoiding Missed Opportunities On Your College Application

6/17: Getting Started on your App: Essays & Activities

6/24: Personal Writing For The Common App & UC App

9/23: Financial Aid

9/30: Ask The Experts Q&A Session

Juniors, if you're applying to UC's, out of state, or private universities, get started on writing your college essays this summer to make your senior year enjoyable! Check out all of the valuable free resources on Ethan Sawyer's website and youtube channel! He also offers pay-what-you-can options for online courses if you need assistance step by step, all the way through the college essay writing process.

The AXS Companion is a free online resource designed by the Independent Educational Consultants Association and Oregon State University to be used side-by-side with Common App as you work through your application. Each section includes explanatory videos, helpful tips, a glossary of application terms, and links to resources mentioned in the videos. Click here to check it out. Common App is a college application platform that allows you to apply to over 1,000 colleges and universities. It is a good idea to start working on your application this summer!

Please click here for SAT/ACT information and test dates. Please note that CSU/UC universities are no longer using ACT/SAT test scores for admissions purposes. However, some universities may require one of these exams, or they may have a test-optional policy, which means an excellent score can add value to an application. They may also be required by specific programs or scholarships.

We are so proud of you and look forward to the graduation ceremony on June 4th! For details, please refer to email messages sent out by our administration and our school website.

If you will be attending Grossmont College in the fall, drop in to complete your financial aid applications with support available. The Grossmont College staff will assist you with the FAFSA, CADAA, and understanding the next steps to take. Click here for the flyer.

Eligible students can apply to the TSP program to enter into an agreement with the CSU and receive guaranteed admission to the degree program and campus of their choice. You must meet all TSP requirements within three years and available degree programs vary by each CSU. Students receive personalized guidance from CSU representatives to create an educational plan that will help them transfer in three years or less. Please note, the agreement must be signed between Aug. 31st and Oct. 31st of your first year at the community college, so be sure to ask your college counselor about this asap!

We celebrated Senior Decision Day during lunch on May 6th. Seniors who are on target to complete their "A-G" college eligibility requirements and/or prepared for a college/career according to our state College and Career Indicators were invited to attend. We had a great time celebrating all of our seniors headed to many different colleges, trade schools and the military!

We enjoyed celebrating our seniors who have earned awards, scholarships, and graduation cords at our Senior Awards Event on May 21st. We are so proud of all of you!