October Newsletter

October is a busy month in the College & Career Centers! For our seniors, college application season is officially underway, and now is the time to make progress on UC, CSU, Common App, and other college applications before November deadlines arrive.

This month, our CCC Family Series will feature workshops on resumes and early experience, CSU applications, the Common Application and out-of-state colleges, and UC applications. Families and students are encouraged to join us and get their questions answered!

We’re also excited to share the Spring 2027 Early College Program schedule. Students in all grade levels can begin exploring free college courses and pathways available for next semester.

Whether you're just beginning to explore your options or getting ready to submit applications, your College & Career Center is here to help!

Our College & Career Center Family Series continues this month with four virtual workshops to help AUSD students and families prepare for college and career opportunities. All workshops are held on Zoom, and translation is available.

Resume Building & The Importance of Early Experience — Wednesday, October 14 | 7–8 PM
Learn the basics of building a high school resume, including its structure and key sections, while discovering ways to identify resume-building opportunities throughout high school.
Zoom RSVP: tinyurl.com/cccfs101426

CSU Application — Tuesday, October 20 | 7–8 PM
Learn the essentials of the California State University application process, including key deadlines, requirements, and tips for success.
Zoom RSVP: tinyurl.com/cccfs102026

Common Application & Out-of-State Colleges — Wednesday, October 21 | 7–8:15 PM
Learn the essentials of the Common Application, used by many private universities, along with important aspects of applying to out-of-state colleges and universities.
Zoom RSVP: tinyurl.com/cccfs102126

UC Application — Thursday, October 22 | 7–8 PM
Learn the essentials of the University of California application process, including key deadlines, requirements, and tips for success.
Zoom RSVP: tinyurl.com/cccfs102226

Start planning for Spring 2027! Through AUSD's Early College Program, students can take FREE East Los Angeles College courses while still in high school. Tuition, textbooks, and required course materials are provided at no cost.

Spring classes will run from February 16–May 23, 2027.

Spring 2027 Course Options Include:

General Education

• Introduction to Administration of Justice
• The Mexican-American in Contemporary Society
• Life-Span Psychology
• Academic Reading and Writing

Career Pathway Courses

• Introduction to Computers & Their Uses
• Microcomputers in Business
• Introduction to Arduino
• 2-D Computer-Aided Drafting with AutoCAD
• Care and Prevention of Athletic Injuries
• Child Growth and Development
• Basic Medical Terminology, Pathophysiology & Pharmacology
• Cultural and Legal Topics for Healthcare Professionals
• Business Law II
• Introduction to Business
• Investments

For 9th Graders

• Introduction to College – a special 6-week, 1-unit course with priority enrollment for 9th-grade students.

Courses are available in both asynchronous online and scheduled Zoom formats depending on the class.

Important Enrollment Deadlines

Priority Deadline: Sunday, December 6, 2026 at 11:59 PM

Final Deadline: Wednesday, January 6, 2027 at 11:59 PM

Students interested in participating should review the Spring 2027 schedule now and begin planning which course best fits their goals.

The following events/presentations, held during the school day, are open to all 9th-12th grade students (unless otherwise specified). See the site-based info below for more details.

2026–27 Field Trips

Cerritos Manufacturing Day — October 2
Students will have an opportunity to explore careers and opportunities in the manufacturing industry.

Glendale Community College — November 9 | 9 AM–1 PM
Explore a local community college campus and learn more about the programs and opportunities available to students.

AltaSea — February 2 | 9–11 AM
Explore careers and innovation connected to the blue economy and emerging industries.

Additional College Visits Being Planned

We are also working on potential visits to:

• UC Irvine
• Cal State Northridge
• Cal Poly Pomona

More information, including eligibility and sign-up details, will be shared through each school's College & Career Center as trips are finalized.

Field trips are subject to change based on availability. Some opportunities may be limited by school site, grade level, program, or space.

Use the October Grade-Level College & Career Checklist below to find recommended tasks, helpful resources, and tips tailored to your grade level. From building strong academic habits and exploring careers to preparing for college applications, testing, financial aid, and scholarships, small steps now can make a big difference later.

Scholarship season is underway, and there are opportunities available for students in multiple grade levels, not just seniors.

A few opportunities with October deadlines include:

• QuestBridge National College Match -Deadline: October 1
• For high-achieving seniors with significant financial need. Selected students may receive a full four-year scholarship to participating colleges and universities.
• Stantec Future Leaders Scholarship - Deadline: October 2
• Scholarships ranging from $1,500–$10,000 for students interested in STEAM-related fields.
• VFW Voice of Democracy - Deadline: October 31
• Open to students in grades 9–12. Students compete by submitting an original recorded audio essay. National scholarships are available.
• BigFuture Scholarships - Deadline: October 31
• Class of 2027 students can earn entries for $500 and $40,000 scholarship drawings by completing college-planning steps through BigFuture.

New scholarships are added throughout the year!

College & Career Counselors

CLICK HERE to book an appointment with Ms. Liu (AHS)

CLICK here to book an appointment with Ms. An (MKHS)

CLICK here to book an appointment with Ms. Ha (SGHS)

CLICK here to book an appointment with Mr. Cervantes (AHS/MKHS/SGHS)

Workforce Development Counselors

CLICK here to book an appointment with Ms. Koker (AHS/SGHS)

CLICK here to book an appointment with Mr. Monterroso (AHS/MKHS)