College & Career Center

This week, our Academies welcomed industry speakers to talk about their personal career journeys. This is one of many weeks to come where students will learn about careers within their academies! Thank you to all of our speakers for volunteering your time to educate our students!

Scan the QR code or use the link below to sign up to be a speaker for one one of Academies. You can also add a colleague or friend! We want our students to hear about many careers available, as well as the winding career paths many have taken along the way.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc6jtAIAdwY5DoS1EoAIHtVLGRMmjpotjBDTqHJ5zrYg7jt4Q/viewform?usp=header

Would you rather just send a quick email? No problem! You can just email Eddie VanHoosear at eddie.vanhoosear@bonsallusd.com

Thank you to our very own Crystal Dence, BHS staff, BEF and community partners who worked tirelessly to put together an amazing event!! We are so grateful to have such amazing people support our programs! 🥰

Hello BHS Students and Families,

Below is information from last month’s presentation on Bonsall High School’s Early College program. I have attached a copy of the presentation HERE and a video overview HERE. Below you will find the application for students who are interested in applying to be in the program for the Spring 2026 semester. All applications (and supplemental information) are due by November 14 for priority consideration.

Early College Application

Palomar College K12 form

Performance Contract

Palomar College CALGETC Advising Sheet (CSU & UC)

We HIGHLY recommend that you attend the information session to answer all of your questions relating to the Early College program and taking college classes. To get ready for your first Palomar College class, follow the steps below!! More information will be emailed out soon by Mr. Hinchliff.

STUDENTS ALREADY ENROLLED IN PALOMAR CLASSES:

Mr. Hinchliff will email you information on how to select your next course later in the fall once the course schedule is available.

STUDENTS INTERESTED IN TAKING THEIR FIRST COLLEGE COURSE:

If you are interested in taking a college course this spring please follow the steps below! If this is your FIRST class, you MUST take the Counseling 110 course first and will likely be enrolled into the online/asynchronous course for the spring semester. (DO NOT WAIT TO START STEPS 1 - 3 BELOW!!)

STUDENTS NOT CURRENTLY IN A COLLEGE COURSE:

1. Set up a CCC ID

2. Log into your CCC account and complete a Palomar Application (Spring 2026)

3. Complete the required documents for the Early College Program and return to Ms. Eryn:

• Early College Application w/ Writing Prompts
• Performance Contract
• K12 Form (Do not fill out the course information, only complete the Parent and Student information)

4. Once the application is submitted, you will receive an email within a week with your Early College application status.(The K12 form and Early College Application in Step 1 can be in the folder on the door of Ms. Eryn's office)

5. A meeting day/time will be assigned with Mr. Hinchliff to discuss your college course. (Keep in mind that there is a required prerequisite course, COUN110 that needs to be taken prior to other courses).

Here are all of the ways you can get help!

• STAR Tutoring is online and in person. Tutors are available for Accounting, ASL, business, music, psychology, sociology and more!

Mon - Thurs 8am -5pm,

Friday 8am - 2pm

Location: LRC, 2nd Floor

Main extension: x2448

https://www.palomar.edu/tutoring/

• Writing & Reading Center

Students can get tutoring assistance with English Department courses and in Reading and writing for any course taught at Palomar.

Monday - Thursday: 8am – 5pm
Fridays: 8am – 2pm

Location: LRC, 2nd Floor

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• Online Tutoring

All students in all classes have access to online tutoring. Please visit the "Tutoring" Course in Canvas for the tutoring schedule.

• Math & Science Learning Center

The Math & Science Learning Center provides free tutoring to students enrolled in STEM courses at Palomar College.

M-Th 8am-8pm
F 8am-2pm
Sat 9am-1pm

Location: LRC, 3rd Floor

Main extension: x2718

http://www.palomar.edu/math/mlc/

• Free Counseling

Visit one of our Counseling Department locations
Use our online appointment system
Call (760) 891-7511

Appointments are available Monday-Friday. We offer limited appointments on Saturdays and evenings (virtual appointments only).

You can choose to have your appointment:

• In-person: In-person appointments are held in the Counseling Department at your chosen location.
• Zoom: If you choose a Zoom appointment, a Zoom link will be sent to your Palomar student email.

Before your appointment, please review this page on How to Prepare for your Counseling Appointment

Schedule a Virtual Appointment.

Schedule at San Marcos

Schedule at Fallbrook.

Schedule with Transfer Center.

Schedule with Career Center

• Palomar Handbook
• Set up a Meeting with Mr. Hinchliff
  

If you have any issues, reach out right away to Mr. Hinchliff at greg.hinchliff@bonsallusd.com so he can help you get on track!!

In today’s world, digital safety matters more than ever—whether you’re submitting college applications, applying for jobs, or just scrolling social media. Cybersecurity Awareness Month is a reminder to protect your personal information and make smart choices online.

Top 5 Tips for Students:

1. Use strong passwords – Avoid using your birthday or pet’s name; create unique passphrases for every account.
   
   

2. Enable two-factor authentication (2FA) – It’s one of the easiest ways to keep hackers out.
   
   

3. Think before you click – Don’t open suspicious links or attachments.
   
   

4. Update your devices – Software updates patch security flaws and keep your information safe.
   
   

5. Protect your digital reputation – Colleges and employers often review your online presence—keep it positive and professional.
   
   

💡 Bonus: Explore careers in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, and Computer Science through our Early College and CTE Pathways! These high-demand fields need problem-solvers who know how to protect digital spaces.

SDCOE’s iTV Team is hiring a high school Student Host for this school year’s series of Academic League competitions, including 2 recorded semi-final shows and a live championship show. The Host’s job is to welcome viewers and contestants to the show and to introduce the team coaches and the moderator. They also return at the conclusion of each match to congratulate winners, thank all players, and invite viewers to the next match.

The Academic League semi-finals and finals will take place Wednesday, May 20th and Thursday, May 21st and typically run for 3 hours starting at 4 pm. The Student Host will need to attend 6 - 10 hours of in-person studio rehearsals at SDCOE’s main campus in Linda Vista. They will be supported and coached by the moderator and iTV’s studio producer, both of whom have extensive professional on-air experience.

Responsibilities: The Student Host will need to…

• Familiarize themselves with Academic League events using previous years recordings and practice scripts.
• Achieve a level of comfort in front of the camera by practicing with the producer virtually or in person.
• Participate in 4 studio rehearsals with a full crew. Rehearsals are scheduled twice a week, beginning 2 weeks prior to the first studio match.
• Host 3 competitions – 2 recorded and 1 live.
• Work with the producer to prepare Academic League promotional segments for live airing.
• Arrange transportation to and from the studio for competitions and rehearsals.
• Attend the June San Diego County Board of Education Meeting to introduce the winning team to the board members.

Compensation:

• $17 per hour. Time includes rehearsals, shows, and prep time before shows.

To Apply:

Interested students should complete the following by Saturday, November 8th at 5 pm…

1. Review Academic League show YouTube links to familiarize themselves with the competition format and role of the Host.

1. Welcome, Moderator, Close Sample – An excerpt of the beginning and end of the Academic League game, with our Student Host.
2. Academic League Scoring Video – The AL Scoring Video, featuring our Student Host, recorded at the SDCOE Studios in Linda Vista.
3. Time Out – The Time Out Announcements, featuring our Student Host, recorded at the SDCOE Studios in Linda Vista.
4. Social Media Promo
5. Academic League Sizzle Reel

1. Create a 1-minute (max!) video introduction explaining why they want to be the Student Host and why they’d be a good host.
2. Email your video file or link to ssrussell@sdcoe.net using the following label format: Name/Date/AL Student Host Application (e.g. Simone Russell/12/7/23/AL Student Host Application). In the email, students should provide a brief introduction of themselves. The subject line of the email should use the following format: Name/Date/AL Student Host Application (e.g. Simone Russell/12/7/23/AL Student Host Application).

The top five applicants will be invited to the studio for an in-person audition, consisting of a script reading. The judges will be looking for clear communication, on-camera presence, and enthusiasm. Please share this opportunity with your students! For questions about the position or application, contact Simone Russell (cc’d) with iTV at ssrussell@sdcoe.net.

It's a tie!! 🎉🎉🎉

2025 Skilled Trades Fair

ATTENTION SENIORS: The National Electrical Contractors Association and Los Rancheros Kiwanis are teaming up to offer their 2025 Skilled Trades Fair for Building and Construction careers on Saturday, November 15th from 1 – 4 pm at the San Diego Oasis Center in Rancho Bernardo. The event will feature representatives and hiring managers from the National Electrical Contractors Association, Sheet Metal and Air Conditioning Contractors, and other organizations in the plumbing, iron working, and carpentry fields. This is a great opportunity for students to explore careers, apprenticeships, and post-secondary training opportunities. Job seekers will have a chance to submit applications.

This event is open to the community, including students and their parents, and there is no registration required.

Event Details

Where: San Diego Oasis at Rancho Bernardo – Assembly Hall, Second Floor; 17170 Bernardo Center Drive, San Diego 92128

When: Sat, Nov 15th; 1 – 4 pm

Who: Open to the community.

For questions, please contact Katie Salo (cc’d) with Poway USD at ksalo@powayusd.com

Cash for College Workshop (Financial Aid)

Details below:

2026 Financial Aid Blitz!

Date: Saturday, January 24, 2026 from 9am-12pm

Event: countywide financial aid application workshops for students/families

Orange Glen High School

2200 Glenridge Rd, Escondido, CA 92027

COLLEGE INFORMATION:

Free Application for Federal Student Aid / FAFSA - Opens October 1

CSU Application - Opens October 1, Deadline November 30

UC Application - Opens August 1, Deadline December 1

Contact Ms. Sanchez for other important dates and deadlines relating to college applications and scholarships!

All Students have access to the BHS Early College Canvas course, which contains information on how to access support resources at Palomar College. This includes:

Free Tutoring

Tech Help

Writing Center

Counseling

Disability Resource Center

For more information on the Early College program, check out our Student & Family Handbook!

Your Student May Be Eligible for a CalKIDS Scholarship worth up to $1,500

As a California public school student, your child may be eligible to receive a CalKIDS Scholarship of $500 to $1,500 for college or career training. Funded by the State of California, a CalKIDS Scholarship can be used for qualified college and career training expenses such as tuition and fees, books and supplies, and computer equipment. Checking a student’s eligibility and claiming a CalKIDS Scholarship is quick and easy; it only takes a minute. All you need is your child’s 10-digit Statewide Student Identifier (SSID), which can be found at [INSERT INFO]. For more information, to check your child’s eligibility, and claim their scholarship, visit CalKIDS.org.

FAFSA Support Resources from Sallie Mae:

• Applying to college checklist
• 1-2-3 approach to paying for college
• Scholly® Scholarships by Sallie
• Filing the FAFSA®
• Decoding financial aid offers
• Comparing financial aid offers
• Help your student pay for school (comparing Parent PLUS Loans and private student loans)

Also, it’s never too early to start thinking about scholarships! A scholarship that’s quick and easy to apply for is Sallie’s $2,000 No Essay Scholarship. It takes less than two minutes to enter, and no essay is required. Better yet, we give a scholarship out monthly, so students can enter every month!

Have you missed our previous newsletters? Check out our previous ones below!

OCT '25 Newsletter

SEP '25 Newsletter

AUG '25 Newsletter

MAY '25 Newsletter

Email:

For Early College Support (Students & Parents): greg.hinchliff@bonsallusd.com

For Early College & CTE Programming: 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