College & Career Monthly Newsletter
November Edition
FAFSA Info and Work Session
Fret not, because we're here to help! We'll be having a FAFSA Expert from PCC coming in on 11/14 at Noon to help with your FAFSA application!
If you're interested, click the image to fill out the form! I would like to know how many students want to come in.
Note: This event is also open for your parents! To ensure efficiency, make sure you have your Federal Student username and passwords handy as well as your 2024 1040 form.
The College Place Webinar (Video Version)
The video is offered in three languages, Russian, English, and Spanish.
Important Dates!
Dates that you should put down in your planner!
- Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) open now!
- OSAC Scholarship Portal is open now!
- Oregon Promise has opened early! Check it out here!
- [Go to the September Newsletter to learn more!]
- PCC Foundation Scholarships open
- November 1st (variable): Early Action Deadline has passed for many Universities across the country. However, some schools have their Early Action till December.
- December 1st: Ford Family Foundation Scholarship opens
Seniors, you may be aware that you need to complete something in order earn your last bit of career credit to graduate high school. That instinct is correct, as you will need to fill out a Career Credit Form created by yours truly.
Here's what you'll need to do:
1. Access the form here: https://forms.gle/HU1mxsKyiEv4uyBc6
2. Fill out the Form
3. Access the APEX modules (Financial Aid and Careers) through the FOS Class of 2026. There are a few modules you must complete, but they are not graded.
4. In the form, there will be a section that asks if you are planning on going to college or pursuing another option. Choose the one that is appropriate for you and complete the relevant documents.
5. Submit the form!
Once you've completed everything, the counselors and I will review the submissions at a later date and award the career credit
Other info to note: The due date for the career credit is May 8th. For those planning on graduating early, the form will be due January 9th.
If you are stuck or have questions, please contact me at philip_hou@beaverton.k12.or.us
- Are you going to a 4 or 2 year school? You may need to make a Common Application account and start the application process!
- Do you need to take the SAT or ACT for your school? Check the Registration Deadlines!
- Do you need a Letter of Recommendation for a school? (Most schools don't, but it's always good to double check)
- The Questbridge deadline has passed, but if you're a junior, you can always apply next year!
- FAFSA or ORSAA? Take a short quiz to see which one you need!
- What the heck are those? Learn more about FAFSA and ORSAA here!
- Are you an athlete and want to play sports in college? Register for NCAA or NAIA!
Looking for Scholarships?
Take a look at the Oregon Goes to College Scholarship page! There's a list of scholarships if you scroll down, and they include links and deadlines.
Click the image to check it out!
Speaking of Scholarships....
Are you thinking about attending PCC? Are you looking for a specific scholarship for PCC? Well lucky for you they have just the scholarship for you!
Here's the link if you're interested! The application is open now!
https://www.pcc.edu/enroll/paying-for-college/scholarships/apply/#how-to-apply
Watch the video below to learn more!
Job of the Month: Social Worker
What is a Social Worker?
- "Provide social services and assistance to improve the social and psychological functioning of children and their families and to maximize the family well-being and the academic functioning of children. May assist parents, arrange adoptions, and find foster homes for abandoned or abused children. In schools, they address such problems as teenage pregnancy, misbehavior, and truancy. May also advise teachers.." -Oregon CIS
What level of Education do I need?
- The typical entry level education for this occupation is a Bachelor's degree. Those with a Master's degree have a competitive advantage in the labor market.
What's the wage range look like? (Throughout all Oregon)
- $23.16 (10th percentile) - $44/07 (90th percentile)
- Average Annual: $68,127
What does the growth look like in 10 years?
- 10 year growth is projected to be 5.9%.Employment in this occupation in 2023 was somewhat larger than most occupations across the state. The total number of job openings is projected to be somewhat larger than most occupations in Oregon through 2033. This occupation is expected to grow at a somewhat slower rate than the statewide average growth rate for all occupations through 2033.
What are some schools I can go to for this occupation?
- George Fox University
- Portland State University
- University of Portland
- Pacific University
- Lane Community College
- And more!
What are some other related fields?
- Rehabilitation Counselors
- Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers
- Marriage and Family therapists
- Community Health Workers
Learn more here: Quality Info (Oregon)
Follow up to Inktober
Obviously October is over, and by proxy so is Inktober.
Here's what I drew for "Blunder".
Contact me!
Scheduled an appointment using the link HERE
Email: philip_hou@beaverton.k12.or.us
Location: Tuesday Afternoon (PCC/Zoom Only) Wednesday/Friday (FLEX site)
Phone: 503-356-9170