College & Career Center Newsletter

Welcome to the first College & Career Center newsletter of the 2023-2024 school year. We will be sending this newsletter to all students, their parents and staff once per month. In it, you will find upcoming events and opportunities, as well as helpful information for families to consider. We are happy to help students and families on their journey to life after high school. Feel free to contact your C&CC staff at the emails and phone numbers provided. Have a great year and good luck! Bruin Pride.

LindaLee Frazier - Career Coordinator frazier2@gresham.k12.or.us 503-258-4885

Tia Molony - College Coordinator molony5@gresham.k12.or.us 503-258-4890

Want to see a calendar of upcoming college visitors (in-person and virtual)?

Go here for more information, dates and times. (Scroll down the site to the calendar of events.)

All ages of students are welcome to attend and will be excused to do so.

Stop by the College & Career Center to get a pass to attend or students will be excused following the event.

9/18 - University of Oregon @ 10AM

9/18 - University of Alaska Fairbanks @ 1:30PM
9/19 - Eastern Oregon University @ 11:30AM

9/19 - Oregon Institute of Technology @ 12:30PM

9/25 - California Baptist University @ 7:35AM

9/25 - Portland State University @ 10:30AM

9/25 - Portland State University Instant Viking @ 11:30AM Register here by 9-20.

9/28 - Linfield University @ 10:30AM

9/28 - Grand Canyon University @ 11:30AM

10/2 - Pacific Northwest College of Art @ 1:30PM

10/3 - Willamette University @ 9:30AM

10/3 - Oregon State University @ 11:30AM

10/9 - University of San Francisco @ 7:35AM

10/10 - University of California Merced @ 7:35AM

10/10 - Central Oregon Community College @ 8:30AM

10/10 - Southern Oregon University @ 1:30PM

10/16 - St John's College @ 10AM

10/18 - Pacific University @ 8:30AM

10/18 - Pacific Lutheran University @ 9:30 AM

10/24 - Gonzaga University @ 7:35AM

10/24 - Texas State University @ 9:30AM

10/24 - Lewis & Clark College @ 12:30PM

10/26 - Carroll College @ 10:30AM

This list changes often, so check back regularly.

Last year, GBSD was given approval by the Bureau of Labor and Industry (BOLI) to offer a pre-apprenticeship program at SBHS in both construction and manufacturing. This pre-apprentice program enables our graduates, who complete the program, to fast-track their careers in metal manufacturing or construction. With a BOLI certificate, they will be allowed to go directly to interviews with a variety of partner apprenticeships, or they can go directly to work as an apprentice depending on the agreement they have with our district. This can save years of waiting to get into an apprenticeship. Our FAST Track Program (Future Apprentice Student in the Trades) is being offered to juniors and seniors who have met the pre-qualifications. To qualify a student must have completed Integrated 1 (Math) with a C or better AND they must have taken either 2 classes in metals (Metals Manufacturing) or 2 classes in woods (Construction) with a C or better. If you would like to learn more, check out FAST Track Construction or FAST Track Metal Manufacturing. Applications are available in the College & Career Center.

Free Virtual Event for High School Students and Their Champions from ACT. Register in advance at the link below.

“Where should I apply? What are they really looking at? How do I prepare ahead of time?”

Navigating college admissions can be overwhelming and full of questions, but we’ve got answers! Join ACT as we team up with Collegewise and learn what admission officers are really looking for.

From making the most of your high school experience to researching colleges and ultimately crafting your best application, Collegewise’s expert college application counselors (some of whom are former admission officers) will guide you through every step of the college admissions journey - all while keeping you feeling confident and stress-free through the process.

https://www.act.org/content/act/en/students-and-parents/college-and-career-planning-event/register-my-journey.html

On October 17, 2023, we will be hosting a college / career testing day for all high school students.

All 9th grade and 10th grade students are required to attend and will be taking the pre-ACT.

The ACT will be offered to all 11th and 12th grade students who wish to take this exam.

All of these exams will be offered free of charge to our students.

The ACT and pre-ACT provide a unique opportunity for students to connect with colleges that they may wish to attend while also giving students individual feedback on potential careers that match their unique skills and interest. Both the ACT and the pre-ACT are aligned to high school level content so that students can get a sense of their readiness to pursue college or career options once they graduate from high school.

Juniors and seniors can register here.

Here are some links that you may find helpful.

• Why take the ACT?

• Why take the PreACT?

More information will be coming your way soon, but please reach out to your home high school if you have any questions.

We are excited to let you know that we are offering the PSAT this year as an optional experience for your student. The PSAT is a standardized test that is designed to look and feel similar to college preparation tests such as the SAT and ACT. The test provides a measure of a student's knowledge and skills in the areas of reading, writing, and math. 11th graders who take the PSAT may be eligible for the National Merit Scholarship Program. The PSAT will take place during the school day on October 31, 2023 and will cost $18. 11th grade students who qualify for free/reduced lunch are eligible for a fee waiver and can take the PSAT free of charge. Any student wishing to take the PSAT must register with their school by September 15, 2023. Please reach out to your school counselor if you have any questions.

Sophomores and juniors can register here.

Beat the Odds Scholarship-due Sept. 13

Heismann Student Athlete Scholarship-due Oct. 18

Voice of Democracy Scholarship-due Oct. 31

Elks Lodge Most Valuable Student Scholarship-due Nov. 13

Going Merry Scholarship search engine. Join and see Septembers Scholarships here.

Have you seen our local and comprehensive scholarship lists? Take a look and see what is available. These lists get updated often and are still under construction for this year. Pay attention to due dates and check the websites for updated information.

Students interested in a career in manufacturing are invited to attend Manufacturing Day on Friday, October 6th, from 9:00 a.m. to 2:20 p.m. We will tour local manufacturing companies, enjoy a provided lunch, and learn more about Mt Hood Community College's manufacturing education. Transportation is provided. Sign up today to participate!

Join us to explore a career in the trades. You can talk to those who have experience and love the work they do. Participate in hands-on activities, and make industry connections. Find out how you can create a pathway where you can "earn as you learn!" Transportation is provided. Trades Day at the Oregon Convention Center on Tuesday, November 7th, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Sign up today!

What is Schoolinks and How Do I Use It?

Schoolinks is: A Modern College and Career Readiness Platform

SchooLinks is a complete set of tools to enable K-12 school districts to improve student performance and empower educators.

To access Schoolinks, go to Schoolinks.com and students log in using their SBHS email and student ID number.

Links to the website can also be found on the SBHS website under the STUDENTS tab.

Students can research colleges and majors, organize their college applications and submit transcripts through Schoolinks. Students will be required to utilize Schoolinks in order to send official transcripts to any college to which they apply. They can also research careers, employment in various parts of the country, pay scales and future opportunities in their career areas of interest.

Students will learn more in upcoming information sessions with their academic counselors and the College & Career Center staff.

Schoolinks is a great tool to learn more about your future!

One of the best things a student can do to prepare for a career is to explore them while in high school. This fall we have many opportunities for our Barlow students- (Be sure to follow both steps for student and parent to be approved to attend)

Dream of a career in fashion?

Spend the morning at the Portland Fashion Institute and learn how to turn your love of fashion into a career. Talk to current fashion students about their journeys and get career coaching from a working apparel designer. Dive into a hands-on sewing project! (No experience necessary.)

October 4th, transportation provided

Step 1: Fill out the student interest form ASAP. (Type your email address and cell number carefully so we can reach you!)

Step 2: Have your parent/guardian fill out the parent/guardian permission form ASAP. (Your application can’t be considered until this is done.)

Kaiser Medical Career Day

Learn about careers in health care with one of Oregon’s leading employers. Go behind-the-scenes at Kaiser’s high-tech simulation lab where medical professionals receive ongoing training, and participate in a hands-on simulation. Learn about the importance of teamwork through hands-on learning. Get college and career advice from professionals working in healthcare.

October 5th, transportation provided

How to attend:

Step 1: Fill out the student interest form ASAP. (Type your email address and cell number carefully so we can reach you!)

Step 2: Have your parent/guardian fill out the parent/guardian permission form ASAP. Students who do this early have much better luck at being accepted.

Dream of working in broadcast journalism?

Spend the morning at KGW studios! Go behind-the-scenes at the KGW studios and explore the news set and control room. Hear from industry professionals and producers about what it’s like to cover the local news and work in a studio environment. Learn about getting started and developing skills to help you thrive.

October 11th, transportation provided

How to attend:

Step 1: Fill out the student interest form ASAP. (Type your email address and cell number carefully so we can reach you!)

Step 2: Have your parent/guardian fill out the parent/guardian permission form ASAP. (Your application can’t be considered until this is done.)

Dream of a career saving lives?

Come join the action-packed Career Day at Portland Fire & Rescue! Learn what it takes to work at Oregon’s largest fire and emergency services provider. Get a chance to suit up and try Portland Fire & Rescue’s fun physical agility tests. Learn about their extensive public safety services, including emergency medical training.

October 20th, transportation is up to the student or their parents. No school transportation is provided.

How to attend:

Step 1: Fill out the student interest form ASAP. (Type your email address and cell number carefully so we can reach you!)

Step 2: Have your parent/guardian fill out the parent/guardian permission form ASAP. (Your application can’t be considered until this is done.)

Interested in a career in business or real estate?

Explore careers in commercial real estate, including construction, property management, design, development, and more. Participate in a hands-on activity simulating how to develop and market spaces for your future business clients. You’ll get coaching from professionals in the field and hear how they got started, and you’ll get to explore the beautiful Field Office building and get the inside scoop on how it’s designed and leased. Light breakfast and lunch provided.

October 20th, transportation provided.

How to attend:

Step 1: Fill out the student interest form ASAP. (Type your email address and cell number carefully so we can reach you!)

Step 2: Have your parent/guardian fill out the parent/guardian permission form ASAP. (Your application can’t be considered until this is done.)

Do you dream of a career designing buildings?

Spend the morning with Holst Architecture! Connect with architects and other industry professionals. Get a behind-the-scenes look at one of Portland’s leading firms. Design a building in a team with students from other schools. Learn about the education and skills needed for an architecture career. Visit the active job site of a building that Holst designed!

October 26th, transportation is up to the student or their parents. No school transportation is provided.

How to attend:

Step 1: Fill out the student interest form ASAP. (Type your email address and cell number carefully so we can reach you!)

Step 2: Have your parent/guardian fill out the parent/guardian permission form ASAP. (Your application can’t be considered until this is done.)

Workshops are led by professional artists, writers, musicians, and educators, our free creative workshops for high school students encourage immersive learning and collaboration. Workshops are offered in virtual, hybrid, and in-person forms throughout the year. Class sizes range from 6 to 12 students.

Learn more about the Fall Workshops Available Here

Sat, September 23, 2023, 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM, Bodecker Foundation

Jessica Poundstone

“The real voyage of discovery consists not in seeking new landscapes, but in having new eyes.” – Marcel Proust

In this class, we’ll see what we can see, generating ideas, images, and feelings we can use in our creative pursuits. This class will be more about exploring new ways of looking and making than it is about creating finished artwork. The goal is that you’ll come away with a head and heart full of ideas that will get you excited about making new work.

Sat, November 25, 2023, 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM, Bodecker Foundation

Sarah Frechette

The main theme of this workshop is the construction of a stage-worthy string puppet. Artist Sarah Frechette teaches a special technique invented by German Master Puppeteer Albrecht Roser in the 1950s. Participants will follow the steps to fabricate and balance their own performable puppet. Scarf Puppets were developed as a way to give many their first marionette-building experience. In this workshop, we will unify construction and performance because technique and art must serve expression. For this workshop participants must be skilled at sewing.

(Please note that due to limited capacity, all students are put on a waitlist when they register. Spots will be confirmed two weeks before the start of each workshop)

Explore the Academy of Art's Fall 2023 catalog of tuition-free art and design classes that you can take as part of the Pre-College Art & Design Experience (PCADE) at the Academy of Art University. Browse the different art and design classes we have available and select the courses that you would like to attend for our next term from October 2, 2023—November 18, 2023 (for Fall term you can take up to 2 classes).

Follow us to see what opportunities there are for students and to see the fun things we have done.

This free college-planning publication provides students and families with important information and tools to guide their pursuit of postsecondary education. Opportunities guides are available in English and Spanish. The state-specific booklets are the same as the national booklets with the addition of state-specific information on colleges, financial aid, and resources. Oregon Opportunities English Version Spanish coming soon. Career Technical Opportunities (2021 version ) English or Spanish

Linda Lee Frazier - Career Coordinator

I have worked for GBSD for 25 years and I love helping students. When a student has that magic moment of getting something, it really makes my day! I am passionate about the trades and love to spend time in a workshop, an art studio, or on my kayak enjoying the outdoors.

Tia Molony - College Coordinator

I grew up in the Gresham area and earned my bachelor's degree from Portland State University. This is my 8th year working at Sam Barlow and I'm really excited to have the opportunity to help students with their plans for what comes after high school. I love spending time with my family, hiking, gardening, and listening to vinyl records.