College & Career Centers Updates

CCC Newsletter, Issue 7

April: Welcome Back & Keep the Momentum Going!

We hope everyone had a restful Spring Break! As we enter the final stretch of the school year, now is the time to stay focused and finish strong.

AUSD Career Fair is coming up on Wednesday, April 16, 2025, from 5:30-7:00 PM at Alhambra High School Gyms! All AUSD students and families are invited to explore career opportunities, industry trends, and discover internships, job shadowing, and apprenticeship programs.

Summer ECP registration is still open! This is a great chance for current 9th-11th graders to earn FREE college credits, explore new subjects, and get ahead on their academic journey. Don’t miss out—check out the course schedule and sign up while spots are still available!

Seniors, the clock is ticking! With only one more month of school left, now is the time to apply for local scholarships to help fund your college plans. Don’t wait—take advantage of these opportunities before graduation!

Let’s make the most of this month and keep pushing toward success!

Event Information

AUSD Career Fair – Explore Your Future!

Join us on Wednesday, April 16, 2025, from 5:30-7:00 PM at Alhambra High School Gyms for the AUSD Career Fair! This event is open to all AUSD students and their families. Explore a wide range of career options, learn about industry trends, and discover exciting opportunities in internships, job shadowing, and apprenticeships. Don’t miss the chance to connect with local professionals and gain valuable insights into various career paths.

When?

Wednesday, Apr 16, 2025, 05:30 PM

Where?

Alhambra High School Gymnasium, South 4th Street, Alhambra, CA, USA

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CCC Family Presentation Series🏫

Mark your calendars for our upcoming presentations designed to help students explore post-secondary options and navigate the college and career landscape. These sessions will provide valuable insights on career pathways, financial aid, and specialized programs. All presentations will be held from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Zoom.

4/9/25 - College Search - Finding the Right Fit
Learn how to navigate the college search process and explore key factors such as location, academic programs, campus culture, and financial aid. Whether you’re just starting your search or narrowing down your options, this session will provide valuable insights to help you make an informed decision about where you’ll thrive.
RSVP: https://tinyurl.com/AUSDecp0409

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CTE Presentation/Workshop Resources

Access copies of our past slide decks! Accessible on our district CTE website https://www.ausd.us/CTE/ under Presentation/Workshop Resources.

😎🌞🌴Summer 2025 ECP Schedule🌴🌞😎

Start Date: Monday, 6/16/25

End Date: Friday, 7/11/25

No class: Thursday, 6/19/25

Get Ahead with Summer College Credits!

This summer, take advantage of ECP’s exciting college credit courses, designed to boost your college readiness and explore high-paying career fields!

We’re offering courses that will set you up for success in various industries, such as:

ENGLISH 103 – Composition and Critical Thinking: Develop your writing skills and critical thinking for college-level success.
FIN 002 – Investments: Dive into the world of finance and learn key investment strategies.
BUS 001 – Introduction to Business: Understand the fundamentals of the business world and start preparing for a thriving career.
LAW 001 & LAW 002 – Business Law I & II: Build a strong foundation in business law to pursue a legal or corporate career.
HLTH OCC 062 & 065 – Skill Set for the Health Care Professional & Fundamentals for the Health Care Professional: A gateway to a high-demand and high-paying career in healthcare.
CIS 101 & CIS 123 – Introduction to Computers & Their Uses / Microcomputers in Business: Get ahead in the tech field, which continues to grow in demand.
EGD TEK 102 & 121 – Engineering Graphics & 3-D Comp-Aided Drafting: Explore engineering and design technology, fields with a wealth of job opportunities.

This summer is the perfect time to get ahead, earn college credits, and position yourself for a high-paying career in fields like finance, business, healthcare, and technology! Spaces are limited, so submit your interest form today.

Key Dates:

Interest List Deadline: Monday, 5/5/25 by 11:59 PM
Registration Info/Contract Deadline: Sunday, 5/11/25 by 11:59 PM

Don’t miss out on these amazing opportunities!

⛱️Summer Schedule is OUT!⛱️

Click here to access the Summer Schedule!
Deadline to fill out interest list: Monday, 5/5/25 by 11:59 PM
Students will receive an email automatically with registration information after the interest list is filled out.

College Readiness Events

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.

Alhambra High School

Open to All:

College Presentations Bulletin

Mark Keppel High School

Open to All:

College Presentations Bulletin

San Gabriel High School

Open to All:

College Presentations Bulletin

Scholarship Highlights

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 MANY MORE scholarships and links to trusted websites, visit our District Scholarship Bulletin.

04/15/2025 - Soroptimist Veronica Thee Service Award
This award recognizes young women who make a positive impact on their community and the world through volunteer efforts.

04/21/2025 - Asian Pacific Community Fund (APCF)
This scholarship is open to high school seniors or first-year college students who plan to attend a U.S. accredited 4-year college/university or community college in Fall 2025. Applicants must have a minimum unweighted GPA of 2.5, a household income at or below the county’s low-income level, or demonstrate financial need.

05/01/2025 - Hana Uno Shepard Memorial Scholarship
Applicants must be graduating high school seniors from a single-parent family, of Japanese descent, and residing in Los Angeles or Orange County with a high achievement record.

AUSD Scholarship Bulletin

The AUSD Scholarship Bulletin is curated by the College & Career Centers. The Bulletin also lists trusted Scholarship Search websites and past scholarships.
URL: https://tinyurl.com/AUSD-scholarships

Share a Scholarship with Us

We share all scholarship opportunities that we know our students are eligible for. If you’re aware of any we haven’t posted, please use this form to let us know!

College Field Trips: Explore Your Future!

This school year, the College & Career Center is excited to offer students the chance to explore a variety of local universities through organized college field trips.

To ensure fair access for all interested students, each student is allowed a maximum of two field trips per school year, due to limited budget and space.

Upcoming Trips:

East Los Angeles College: Senior Day - April 23, 2025

Sign up for our upcoming Community College Field trips:

AHS - https://tinyurl.com/AHS25cccfieldtrips
MKHS - https://tinyurl.com/2025ccfieldtrips
SGHS - https://tinyurl.com/sg25cccfieldtrips

Important notes:

Students may not pick up permission slips for friends.
Spots on the bus are not guaranteed.
After submitting your permission slip and completing the pre-field trip worksheet (located on the back of the permission slip), it will be reviewed for completion. Notifications about secured bus spots will be sent via student email.
All students must complete an after field trip worksheet to assess their learning and reflections from the experience. This assignment will help us understand how the trip impacted their perceptions of college life and their career aspirations. It will also allow students to articulate key takeaways and insights gained during the visit, ensuring that they can apply what they've learned to their future educational and career decisions.

Past Field Trips this 24-25 School Year:

Azusa Pacific University
California State University, Fullerton
Citrus College
UC Riverside
Cal Poly Pomona
California State University, Los Angeles
Los Angeles Trade Technical College
Pasadena City College
East Los Angeles College
Carpenter's Training Union

Grade Level To Do List, Advice & Resources

9th-graders

College App & Admissions Timeline: This timeline and set of resources track the college search and application process from 9th through 12th grade.
Build an awesome summer reading list:- Start with picks from this recommended list for excellent teen reads. And consider asking your teachers what their favorite reads were in high school.
100 Brave/Interesting Questions + NYT Writing Prompts for Students: If you haven’t already, start keeping a journal and use some of these questions as inspiration.

10th-graders

College App & Admissions Timeline: This timeline and set of resources track the college search and application process from 10th through 12th grade.
Build an awesome summer reading list that includes some biographies and memoirs: Just Mercy by Bryan Stevenson is a must-read and can be found at your local library.
NYT Writing Prompts for Students: Commit to keeping a journal this summer, and use some of these questions as inspiration.

11th-graders

College App & Admissions Timeline: This timeline and set of resources track the college search and application process for 11th and 12th grade.
Ask teacher(s) for letters of recommendation you’ll need in the fall: Many teachers cap the number of letters they’ll write, so it’s good to make the ask early. They may write your letter this summer while your work and contributions to the classroom are fresh in their mind.
Get registered for the SAT and/or ACT test for early summer. Free test prep:- If you’re planning to test in summer and into the fall, take advantage of these resources:

If you are eligible, ask your counselor for an SAT or ACT Fee Waiver
5 Resources and Tips for Getting Scholarships and Financial Aid: These are a great set of tips and resources as you begin your scholarship search. Use this template to keep track of opportunities that might be a good fit.
Values Exercise (video): Spend some time thinking about your core values by working through this simple exercise. Your answers may help drive how you spend your summer ahead.
How to research colleges without visiting a campus: Learning more about colleges is an exciting and time-intensive process. Make sure to expand your search beyond your local public universities—and use your values as a guide.
Do a deep dive on the college website. Check out majors, look at what courses you would take on a four year plan, check out admissions, and check out scholarships. Take notes as many of these schools will as you to write school specific supplemental essays and these will come in handy.
Colleges That Change Lives: As you build your college list, consider this set of 44 schools that focus on providing a personalized, student-centered experience. Listen to this podcast, and check out upcoming events.
Explore colleges with 800+ lists: Use this fun online, searchable database from CollegeXpress, which covers everything from academic environments to school spirit.
Think about financial fit: Experiment with the Net Price Calculator to get a rough estimate of what you might likely have to pay for college.
Athletes who are positioned for recruitment to Division 1 or 2 college teams need to create an NCAA Eligibility account. Ask your counselor to upload your transcript at the end of junior year.

12th-graders

College App & Admissions Timeline: This timeline and set of resources track the college search and application process for 12th grade.
Continue applying for scholarships. Check in with your counselor to see whether there are any local scholarships you might have missed.
Appealing financial aid: Read up on what to do if your financial aid offer doesn’t line up with your budget. And make sure to listen to this podcast before writing an appeal letter.
Attend admitted student days. There are usually virtual events as well if you cannot make it to campus. These events help you narrow down your choice
Making your final college choice: It’s decision time. You need to enroll and submit a deposit by May 1st (or a few days after, depending on the school). Once you make your final choice, be sure to withdraw your other applications/decline offers to make space for others.