Hello Canyon Valley Families and Students,
Gilbert Public Schools is proud to announce the second annual District-Wide College and Career Fair on October 20th from 6 pm-8 pm at Gilbert High School! Our eight high schools (Campo Verde, Desert Ridge, Gilbert, Global Academy, Highland, Mesquite, Canyon Valley, and Gilbert Classical Academy) have teamed up to create a night dedicated to helping our students gather information so they can make the best choice for their post-secondary plans. We hope you will take advantage of this great opportunity!
Here are three reasons why we hope to see you there:
It is never too early to start researching your options! Gone are the days of having only minimal choices for post-secondary education. You can attend a trade school to get licenses or associate's degrees in jobs that AI can't replace. You can go to community colleges for licenses, certifications, associate's degrees, and even some bachelor's degrees. You can join the military for on-the-job training and college credit, or secure an apprenticeship through a business to further your education. And, of course, you can go to a university in-state, out-of-state, and even at satellite locations. With so many different options and price tags, you should start exploring early.
You are a hot commodity! Because there are so many options, schools have to convince you that their programs, locations, and price tags outperform their competition. College fairs are an excellent opportunity to compare options simultaneously. You can walk from booth to booth and see which school fits your needs the best. Sign up for StriveScan to communicate with each school you are interested in so that you can follow up with additional questions after you have left the fair.
Take this opportunity to learn what steps you should be taking now to reach your future goals. Ask about specific admissions requirements, including minimum GPA (unweighted vs. weighted), required high school courses, SAT or ACT expectations, essays, portfolios, interview processes, extracurricular involvement, and scholarship qualifications. Gathering this information early can help you make informed decisions about your class schedule, develop strong study habits, and choose extracurricular activities that support your goals.
In addition to the 110+ institutions that will be participating, we are also offering two different pre-sessions (from 5:30 pm-6 pm) - one with the College Funding Coach (great for grades 8-11) and another with Julie Sainz, FAFSA & College Access Initiatives Director (great for grade 12). Please see the following flyer for more information
This is a StriveScan Fair! Students can register for the event and scan barcodes at each college table to share important information with the institution! Register for StriveScan before you arrive!
We are looking forward to a fantastic event and hope you’ll take full advantage of the opportunity to explore your future options, ask questions, and make meaningful connections.
Sincerely,
Adam Strock
Principal
