MKHS CCC Newsletter

The MKHS College & Career Center is busy this fall with opportunities for students to explore their futures—both in and out of the classroom! This newsletter highlights what’s happening in the upcoming weeks and months, including:

✅ College rep presentations during the school day (student-only events)
✅ Scholarships students can apply for right now
✅ Field trips to college campuses and career sites
✅ Career development workshops happening in October

Whether you're exploring your options, planning ahead, or getting ready to apply, we encourage all students to take advantage of these free events and resources. Read on to see what’s available and how to sign up! 💼📚✨

The following events/presentations, held during the school day, are open to all 9th-12th grade students (unless otherwise specified).

Open to All Students:

College & Career Presentations/Workshops

Get a head start on your college journey by attending our school-day college presentations! Reps from universities across the country (and globe 🌍) are coming to MKHS to share info about their campuses, majors, and how you can stand out in the application process. These are student-only sessions held during class periods in the College & Career Center (A128). ✅ Open to all grades!

Here’s who’s visiting next:

9/16/25 – Period 1 – Bishop’s University

9/16/25 – Period 3 – UC Irvine

9/16/25 – Period 5 – California Lutheran University

9/16/25 – PowerTime – UC Irvine

9/17/25 – Period 2 – Chapman University

9/17/25 – Period 6 – Arizona State University–Tempe

9/17/25 – PowerTime – UC Santa Barbara

9/18/25 – Period 2 – Amherst College

9/19/25 – Period 1 – Davidson College

9/23/25 – Period 3 – Pitzer College

9/24/25 – Period 2 – Soka University of America

9/24/25 – Period 4 – University of Greenwich

9/25/25 – Period 4 – UC Riverside

10/1/25 – Period 3 – CSU Los Angeles

10/2/25 – Period 4 – University of La Verne

10/2/25 – Period 5 – University of the Pacific

10/2/25 – Period 6 – University of San Francisco

10/7/25 – Period 1 – Princeton University

10/7/25 – Period 3 – Oregon State University

10/8/25 – Period 4 – Columbia University

10/8/25 – Period 2 – Boston University

10/8/25 – Period 6 – Saint Mary’s College of California

10/9/25 – Period 1 – Bowdoin College

10/9/25 – Period 3 – USC

10/10/25 – Period 3 – Case Western Reserve University

10/14/25 – Period 3 – CSU Los Angeles

10/15/25 – Period 2 – Vanguard University

10/16/25 – Period 5 – Vanderbilt University

10/22/25 – Period 6 – Brown University

10/23/25 – Period 3 – Johns Hopkins University

10/29/25 – Period 4 – CSU Fullerton

Sign up on the College Presentations Bulletin.

Bring your questions, your curiosity, and maybe even a friend!

The MKHS College & Career Center is excited to partner with Kaimore for a 5-part Career Development Workshop Series during PowerTime on select Wednesdays from 12:54–1:44 PM in the College & Career Center.

Kaimore, a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit, focuses on creating pathways to financial success for underserved communities through training programs that promote career growth, financial stability, and independence.

Students who attend all 5 sessions will earn the Future-Ready: Career & Workforce Skills Certificate 🏆

Location: College & Career Center (Room A128)
Time: PowerTime Wednesdays, 12:54–1:44 PM

Wednesdays CCC PowerTime Workshop Options (Choose one or more):
October 1 – Exploring Career Options & Setting Goals
• Identify careers that match your interests and strengths
• Explore career clusters and in-demand industries
• Set short- and long-term goals with a personal action plan

October 8 – Building Your Job Application Toolkit (Resume, Cover Letter, ATS, Professional Portfolio)
• Draft strong resumes and cover letters
• Learn how to tailor applications and get past Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS)
• Start building your LinkedIn profile and professional portfolio

October 15 – Interview Prep and Professional Follow-Up
• Use the STAR method to answer virtual and in-person interview questions
• Learn best practices for interview etiquette
• Write follow-up emails that stand out

October 22 – Professional Etiquette & Workplace Expectations
• Understand dress codes, communication norms, and workplace culture
• Learn how to be professional, dependable, and respectful on the job

November 5 – Communication and Workplace Relationships
• Improve verbal and non-verbal communication
• Navigate team dynamics and manage conflict
• Build strong relationships with coworkers and supervisors

RSVP: https://tinyurl.com/mk-kaimoref25

The MKHS College & Career Center is one of the busiest hubs on campus, with students stopping by daily for everything from college applications and scholarships to career pathways and career readiness. With such high traffic, we run through essentials like tissues, sanitizer, disinfecting wipes, and more very quickly. Our DonorsChoose project will help us keep the center clean, safe, and welcoming so students can focus on their futures.

August 28th Update:

Thank you to our generous donors and families! We so appreciate you all and are very grateful for the opportunities to work with all our MKHS students!

Scholarships are an incredible opportunity to reduce the financial burden of college, trade school, or career training. Many scholarships reward students for their academic achievements, community involvement, leadership, or future goals, and the funds awarded can make a significant difference in covering tuition, fees, and other expenses. For more scholarships and links to trusted websites, visit our District Scholarship Bulletin.

Gates Scholarship

• 🔗 https://www.thegatesscholarship.org/
• A highly selective, last-dollar scholarship for exceptional, Pell-eligible, minority seniors.
• 📅 Opens: July 15, 2025 | Deadline: September 15, 2025

• 🔗 https://www.questbridge.org/
• A full four-year scholarship to top colleges for students with academic excellence and financial need.
• 📅 Opens: Late July 2025 | Deadline: Late September 2025

• 🔗 https://www.coca-colascholarsfoundation.org/apply/
• $20,000 scholarship for well-rounded seniors who lead and serve in their schools and communities.
• 📅 Opens: August 1, 2025 | Deadline: October 2, 2025

Ron Brown Scholar Program

• 🔗 https://ronbrown.org/
• A $40,000 scholarship for academically talented African-American seniors with leadership potential and financial need.
• 📅 Opens: August 2025 | Early Deadline: November 1, 2025 | Final Deadline: January 9, 2026

• 🔗 https://scholars.horatioalger.org/scholarships/
• For students with financial need who have overcome adversity and shown resilience.
• 📅 Opens: August 1, 2025 | Deadline: October 15, 2025

• 🔗 https://www.elks.org/scholars/scholarships/mvs.cfm
• Awards up to $50,000 to seniors who demonstrate leadership, academics, and financial need.
• 📅 Opens: August 1, 2025 | Deadline: November 5, 2025

• 🔗 https://www.jkcf.org/our-scholarships/college-scholarship-program/
• Up to $55,000 per year for high-achieving students with financial need.
• 📅 Opens: August 2025 | Deadline: November 2025

We’re excited to share that we’re planning college field trips for the upcoming 2025–26 school year! While final details are still being confirmed, our tentative list includes:

• California State University, Long Beach (CSULB)

• University of Southern California (USC)

• Woodbury University

• Loma Linda University

• University of La Verne

• California State University, Los Angeles (Cal State LA)

• University of California, Riverside (UC Riverside)

• University of California, Irvine (UC Irvine)

• California State University, Northridge (CSUN)

• East Los Angeles College

• Rio Hondo College

• Electrical Training Institute

Please note: This list is tentative and subject to change based on each college’s availability. While we aim to visit as many campuses as possible, some trips may not occur due to factors beyond our control.