Westview Counseling

We are finalizing several workshops to support your college application journey. These sessions will cover topics such as developing and refining your college application list, understanding the UC and CSU application processes, navigating the Common and Coalition applications, and exploring community college options at Palomar and Miramar. All sessions will be ready and available after October 3rd.

Hello Seniors! We’re writing to inform you about an important change in how our school will manage transcript requests moving forward.

Beginning immediately, we will be transitioning away from using SCOIR for transcript submissions. Instead, we will now be utilizing Xello.

What’s Changing?

• Transcripts will now be sent through Xello.

• You will no longer use SCOIR to request or send transcripts.

We encourage you to log into Xello via MyPlan soon to start exploring and ensure your information is up to date. Please also refer to the Xello information being sent out in the Counseling Newsletter for helpful resources and guidance.

PLEASE GO TO SENIOR YEAR GUIDE FOR MORE STEP by STEP INFORMATION

CaliforniaColleges.edu is California’s state-funded, comprehensive, digital platform with the tools students need to develop their college and career plans, available at no cost to students, educators, and parents/guardians in public school districts. Whether students are pursuing postsecondary education or going directly into a career or the military, CaliforniaColleges.edu empowers students for college and career success. Students will be able to:

Academic Planning:

• Track coursework, grades, and progress toward graduation requirements (including A-G requirements for CSU/UC).

Application Support:

• Launch and track applications for California Community Colleges, CSU, UC, and financial aid (FAFSA/CADAA).

Career Exploration:

• Discover potential career paths based on interests and strengths, and learn about the steps needed to achieve career goals.

College Planning:

• Search for colleges, explore majors, and track application deadlines.

Portfolio Building:

• Create a portfolio to store documents, track experiences, and reflect on goals.

Progress Monitoring:

• Track progress toward college and career goals and access resources for financial aid.

Week 1

Wed, Oct 1

• 09:00 AM – 09:30 AM → The Ohio State University

• 09:00 AM – 09:30 AM → George Mason University

• 12:00 PM – 12:30 PM → Arizona State University (Tempe)

• 01:50 PM – 02:20 PM → The New School

Thu, Oct 2

• 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM → Soka University of America

• 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM → University of Pennsylvania

• 12:00 PM – 12:30 PM → Laguna College of Art and Design

• 12:00 PM – 12:30 PM → UC Davis

Fri, Oct 3

• 12:00 PM – 12:30 PM → UC Application Workshop

Week 2

Mon, Oct 6

• 12:00 PM – 12:30 PM → Case Western Reserve University

Tue, Oct 7

• 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM → Santa Clara University

Wed, Oct 8

• 09:00 AM – 09:30 AM → Boston College

• 09:00 AM – 09:30 AM → Purdue University (Main Campus)

• 12:00 PM – 12:30 PM → Oregon Institute of Technology

• 01:50 PM – 02:20 PM → University of San Francisco

Thu, Oct 9

• 12:00 PM – 12:30 PM → College Fair

  • Participating Institutions:
    SDSU; NewSchool of Architecture and Design; Oregon Institute of Technology; Palomar College; Penn State University (University Park); Grand Canyon University; Binghamton University; University of Glasgow; San Diego Miramar College; Washington University in St. Louis; University of Arizona; UCSD; Cal State San Marcos

Week 3

Mon, Oct 13

• 12:00 PM – 12:30 PM → Seattle Pacific University

Tue, Oct 14

• 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM → Northern Arizona University

• 12:00 PM – 12:30 PM → NYU

• 12:00 PM – 12:30 PM → University of the Pacific

Wed, Oct 15

• 09:00 AM – 09:30 AM → Claremont McKenna College

• 09:00 AM – 09:30 AM → DePaul University

• 12:00 PM – 12:30 PM → Chapman University

• 12:00 PM – 12:30 PM → University of California, Riverside

• 01:50 PM – 02:20 PM → Saint Mary’s College

• 01:50 PM – 02:20 PM → University of Wisconsin, Madison

Week 4

Mon, Oct 20

• 12:00 PM – 12:30 PM → University of Calgary

Tue, Oct 21

• 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM → College of the Holy Cross

• 12:00 PM – 12:30 PM → Sarah Lawrence College

Wed, Oct 22

• 09:00 AM – 09:30 AM → Occidental College

• 12:00 PM – 12:30 PM → Syracuse University

• 01:50 PM – 02:20 PM → Scripps College

• 01:50 PM – 02:20 PM → Northeastern University

Thu, Oct 23

• 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM → Bryant University

• 12:00 PM – 12:30 PM → Providence College

Week 5

Tue, Oct 28

• 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM → University of Utah

• 12:00 PM – 12:30 PM → University of California, Irvine

Wed, Oct 29

• 09:00 AM – 09:30 AM → Massachusetts College of Pharmacy & Health Sciences

• 12:00 PM – 12:30 PM → Loyola Marymount University

Thu, Oct 30

• 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM → Kenyon College

*Please know that more colleges may be added and the above link will hold most accurate information.

The Department of Education (ED) officially launched the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) for the 2026–27 academic year a week early. The launch came after a successful beta testing period in August.

What does this mean for your students?

• Earlier access: Students and families can complete the form now, giving them earlier access to financial aid information.
• Positive feedback: Beta testing yielded strong results, with 97% of users satisfied and 90% reporting a reasonable completion time. We anticipate a smooth and effective start to the new application cycle.
• Challenges for mixed-status families: ED has not yet provided a permanent solution to identity verification issues, which continues to pose a challenge for these families when attempting to file the FAFSA and privacy concerns.

• The California Dream Act Application (CADAA) opens on October 1.
• The CADAA is available to eligible undocumented Californians and mixed status families. While the CADAA provides access to state and institutional aid, students who file only the CADAA are not eligible for federal financial aid dollars.

Please advise students from mixed-status families and their guardians to discuss their specific circumstances and the financial aid pathways available to them. Encourage them to weigh the risks and benefits of the FAFSA versus the CADAA based on their unique family situation and financial need. Visit the UC financial aid website for more information about each type of financial aid application and privacy concerns.

The Biotechnology Program is intended to provide students with an intensive laboratory skills development experience to meet entry-level employment requirements in the biotechnology industry. Topics covered in the program include the fundamental chemical processes common in prokaryotic and eukaryotic biology, chemistry of bio-molecules (proteins, enzymes, nucleic acids and lipids), cellular and molecular biology, basic immunology, and classical and molecular genetics with an emphasis on gene expression and genetic engineering. The program courses address skills and techniques common to the biotechnology industry.

Counselors are available to help support students through any personal, social, or academic concerns. Please reach out to your counselor if you need support. Additional hotlines and resources are provided below.

If you are in crisis or are in need of immediate mental health support, call 988.

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◾◽ COUNSELING TEAM ◽◾

MRS. BERNER (A-C & Y-Z) ~ MRS. HO (D-H & U-V) ~ MRS. CUDMORE (I-L & W-X) ~ MRS. CHITTULURU "Mrs. C" (M-P) MRS. ARP (Q-T)

◾◽ COUNSELING INTERNS ◽◾

MS. BELLA, MS SANTACROCE, MS. MERRILL

◾◽ WOLVERINE CENTER SUPPORT STAFF ◽◾

Registrar - MS. CARROLL

Academic and Career Guidance Technician - MRS. BECCARELLI

Student Services Specialist - MS. DALIA

Mending Matters - MS. CAITLIN

School Psychologists - MS. SARAH and MRS. FUKUSHIMA

You can also stay up to date on scheduled activities by accessing monthly calendars below.

Westview School Calendar

Email: westviewcounseling@gmail.com
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Phone: (858) 780-2000