GHS COLLEGE & CAREER CENTER
NOVEMBER 2026

NOVEMBER UPDATES FROM THE COLLEGE & CAREER CENTER
What Have We Been Doing This Month? October Recap
The College & Career Center hosts a variety of events for students and parents throughout the year. These events include:
College Visits
PSAT/SAT School Day
College Application Workshops
Washington State University Instant Decision Day
UC Merced PIQ Feedback Sessions
Halloween Fun
Upcoming Events
November
November 4: UC Virtual Information Night (Register Here)
November 10: Disability Resource Information Night hosted by Las Positas College (Virtual)
November 11: No School
November 14: Practice SAT/ACT with Revolution Prep (Register Here)
November 18: Financial Aid Night hosted by University of the Pacific (Virtual)
November 23 - 27: Thanksgiving Break
November 30: CSU/UC Application Deadline
December
December 3: Holiday Art Volunteer Project
December 8: Las Positas College Information Night
December 10: Holiday Art Volunteer Project
December 16 - 18: Semester 1 Finals
December 21 - January 4: Winter Break
**Events are subject to change
For more upcoming events, please visit our event calendar. Events are added often so please continue to check the calendar.
College Application Assistance for Seniors
College Application Workshops during ACCESS continue:
November 4, 5, 12, 18, 19
Sign up in 5-Star each week under "Watson, D"
Disability Resource Center Information Night (Virtual)
Tuesday, November 10 from 6:00 - 7:00 pm
This event is open to juniors, seniors and families and will provide students who have a 504 or IEP with more information about the Disability Resource Center at Las Positas College. This virtual event will cover how college support is different from high school support, the responsibilities of students and parents, what the DSPS can do to support students, how to join the program and tips on successful transitions to college. The event link will be shared on 11/9.
Practice Tests with Revolution Prep
We have partnered with Revolution Prep to offer digital practice ACT and SAT exams to all of our students. These full-length, digital tests, will be done from the student's home on their school issued-Chromebook or personal computer. Students can register for one test on each date and multiple dates are available throughout the year. The cost is $15 and proceeds go back to the Counseling & Career Center. Practice test dates: Saturday, November 14, February 20 and April 24.
For more information and to register, click here.
Financial Aid Night (Virtual)
Wednesday, November 18 from 5:00 - 6:00 pm
We are hosting a Virtual Financial Aid Night on for all LVJUSD students and parents/guardians. This event will be presented by the University of the Pacific Financial Department. This is a must-attend event for families wondering how to pay for college and/or need clarification about the financial aid process. This event is open to all students and parents/guardians but current seniors and senior families are encouraged to attend. The event link will be shared on 11/16.
Las Positas College Information Night
Tuesday, December 8 from 5:00 - 6:00 pm
GHS Student Union
GHS juniors, seniors and families are invited to learn about the opportunities and programs at Las Positas College and other California Community Colleges. This event will provide families with an overview of the admissions process, transfer options, degrees and certificates, programs and support services and much more.
PSAT/NMSQT Score Release
Students who took the PSAT/NMSQT last month can now access their scores online. Students who provided their mobile number on the test registration should receive a text message from College Board when scores are available. Students may view their scores through the BigFuture School app or online on their personal College Board account. Please note that scores come directly from College Board.