College & Career

Seniors

• DVC Virtual Enrollment Support Click here for help. This process takes some time. Start now!
• Lafayette Water Polo Scholarship available for seniors. Due Thursday, Mar 31.

Juniors

• Out-of-State College Fair on Campus Wednesday, March 23, 6:30 to 8:30 pm at Campolindo Library. RACC (Regional Admission Counselors of CA) will be holding an Out-of-State College Fair. Any grade is welcome, especially Juniors. The event is free and you can sign up here. Partial list of colleges attending:  Baylor, Clarkson, DePaul, Drexel, Elon, Franklin Univ. Switzerland, High Point, Hult International Business School, Indiana Univ. Bloomington, Loyola Univ. New Orleans, Purdue, Salve Regina, TCU, Ohio State, Univ. of Arizona, Univ. of Iowa, Univ. of Pittsburgh, Univ. of Roehampton London, Univ. of Utah, Washington State.
• Practice ACT and SAT exams – Click here to register for online practice tests on Saturday, April 23 and Saturday, April 30
• Revolution Prep – We are coordinating with this company to offer free virtual practice tests for 6 AP subjects: AP Biology, AP Chemistry, AP Calculus AB, AP Calculus BC, AP US History, AP Physics 1-Algebra-Based. The practice AP tests are live online, proctored by professional tutors, and will be offered on upcoming Saturdays through April 9. Students will receive a score report immediately following the practice exam, just like our other practice tests. Your students can register for one or more of thepractice tests here.

Sophomores/Freshmen

• StemPower Volunteer Jobs: Looking for volunteer work within the STEM field?
• Girls interested in Firefighting – Local firefighters are working to empower girls and generate interest in firefighting careers on Saturday, March 26 and Sunday, March 27. Sign up here.

Resources:

• CCC Website

Seniors

• DVC Virtual Enrollment Support Click here for help. This process takes some time. Start now!
• Lafayette Water Polo Scholarship available for seniors. Due Thursday, Mar 31

Juniors

• Out-of-State College Fair on Campus Wednesday, March 23, 6:30 to 8:30 pm at Campolindo, outside in the quad. RACC (Regional Admission Counselors of CA) will be holding an Out-of-State College Fair. Any grade is welcome, especially Juniors. The event is free and you can sign up here. Partial list of colleges attending:  Baylor, Clarkson, DePaul, Drexel, Elon, Franklin Univ. Switzerland, High Point, Hult International Business School, Indiana Univ. Bloomington, Loyola Univ. New Orleans, Purdue, Salve Regina, TCU, Ohio State, Univ. of Arizona, Univ. of Iowa, Univ. of Pittsburgh, Univ. of Roehampton London, Univ. of Utah, Washington State.
• Practice ACT and SAT exams Click here to register for online practice tests on April 23 and April 30
• Revolution Prep We are coordinating with this company to offer free virtual practice tests for 6 AP subjects: AP Biology, AP Chemistry, AP Calculus AB, AP Calculus BC, AP US History, AP Physics 1: Algebra-Based. The practice AP tests are live online, proctored by professional tutors, and will be offered on upcoming Saturdays until April 9th. Students will receive a score report immediately following the practice exam, just like our other practice tests. Your students can register for one or more ofthe practice tests here.

Sophomores/Freshmen

• National Park Service Youth Corps Looking for leadership opportunities for your teen? This is a paid, full-time outdoor opportunity for 15-18 year old students. Deadline Friday, Apr 15
• Girls interested in Firefighting Local firefighters are working to empower girls and generate interest in firefighting careers on March 26 & March 27. Sign up here.

Resources:

• CCC Website

Seniors

• DVC Virtual Enrollment Support- Click here for help. This process takes some time. Start now!
• Future Educator?– $250 District-wide scholarship available. Friday, Mar 4 deadline.
• Lafayette Water Polo Scholarship available for seniors. Due Thursday, Mar 31

Juniors

• Jobs available– Work at the movies!  Summer sports’ jobs!
• Leadership Program– Scholarships available for virtual leadership summer training with Hands On Bay Area.
• Out of State College Fair– Wednesday, Mar 23 from 6:30-8:30pm outside at Campolindo with 20+ university admission officers. Mark your calendars!

Sophomores/Freshmen

• National Park Service Youth Corps- Looking for leadership opportunities for your teen? This is a paid, full-time outdoor opportunity for 15-18 year old students. Deadline Friday, Apr 15
• Resume Development- Have your child reach out to work on creating a resume!
• Teen Volunteer This is a fun site for teen volunteers only. Check out the new formsfor tracking volunteer service hours for recognized service awards.

Resources:

• CCC Website

Seniors

• DVC Virtual Enrollment Support- Click here for help. This process takes some time. Start now!
• Future Educator?– $250 District-wide scholarship available. Friday, March 4 deadline.

Juniors

• Outdoor Education- 5th grade camp counselor. Details here.
• Black College Expo– Mark your calendars and register for Saturday, Feb 26 from 10am to 3pm.
• Volunteer– Habitat for Humanity ReStore in Concord looking for helpers.
• DVC Summer Academies– Earn 1 college unit and get hands–on experience
• Jobs available– City of Walnut Creek Summer Camp Counselors! Send students to the CCC for other great leadership opportunities.
• Out of State College Fair– Wednesday, Mar 23 from 6:30-8:30pm outside at Campolindo with 20+ university admission officers. Mark your calendars!

Sophomores/Freshmen

• SAT goes fully Digital in Spring 2024: Click here to read more!
• Resume Development- Have your child reach out to work on creating a resume!
• Teen Volunteer  This is a fun site for teen volunteers only. Check out the new formsfor tracking volunteer service hours for recognized service awards.
• Spring Break Volunteer Opportunity Mexico Service Trip (MVPC) Saturday, Apr 2 through Friday, Apr 8. Learn more by visiting Mexico 2022.

Resources:
CCC Website

Seniors

• DVC Registration- Send your student to the CCC to get help with DVC registration. This process takes some time. Start now!
• Scholarships– Make an appointment today. $$$ is available!

Juniors

• Outdoor Education- 5th grade camp counselor: Details here.
• Black College Expo– Mark your calendars and register for Saturday, Feb 26 from 10am to 3pm
• CalPoly Humboldt– Read about California’s newest Polytech school.
• DVC Summer Academies– Earn 1 college unit and get hands–on experience
• Jobs available– City of Walnut Creek Summer Camp Counselors! Send students to the CCC for other great leadership opportunities.
• Out of State College Fair– Wednesday, Mar 23 from 6:30-8:30pm outside at Campolindo with 20+ university admission officers. Mark your calendars!

Sophomores/Freshmen

• College Timeline- Here are fun ideas and a timeline by one of my favorite resources- The College Essay Guy.
• NCAA Eligibility– Watch this video to understand NCAA requirements if your student is a strong athlete.
• SAT goes fully Digital in Spring 2024: Click here to read more!
• Resume Development- Have your child reach out to work on creating a resume!
• Volunteer  Here are some volunteer options to get you started. Check out the newforms for tracking volunteer service hours for recognized service awards.
• Spring Break Volunteer Opportunity Mexico Service Trip (MVPC) Saturday, Apr 2 through Friday, Apr 8. Learn more by visiting Mexico 2022.

Resources:
CCC Website

Seniors

• Wednesday, Feb 9 DVC Registration- Please have your senior sign up for Levy’s Academy in the library. A DVC admissions officers will be walking students through the registration process and answering questions.
• Scholarship Tips– Send your child to the CCC soon to not miss deadlines.

Juniors

• Outdoor Education- 5th grade camp counselor: Details here.
• Black College Expo– Mark your calendars and register for Saturday, Feb 26 from 10am to 3pm
• CalPoly Humboldt– Read about California’s newest Polytech school.
• College Timeline– Check out these informative tips
• DVC Summer Academies– Earn 1 college unit and get hands–on experience
• Jobs available– Orchard Nursery is looking for weekend cashier support/carry out. There are many other jobs available. Send students to the CCC.
• Out of State College Fair– Wednesday, Mar 23 from 6:30-8:30pm outside at Campolindo. More details to come!

Sophomores/Freshmen

• College Timeline- Here are fun ideas and a timeline by one of my favorite resources- The College Essay Guy.
• NCAA Eligibility– Watch this video to understand NCAA requirements if your student is a strong athlete.
• SAT goes fully Digital in Spring 2024: Click here to read more!
• Resume Development- Have your child reach out to work on creating a resume!
• Volunteer  Here are some volunteer options to get you started. Check out the newforms for tracking volunteer service hours for recognized service awards.
• Spring Break Volunteer Opportunity Mexico Service Trip (MVPC) Saturday, Apr 2 through Friday, Apr 8. Learn more by visiting Mexico 2022.

Resources:
CCC Website

Seniors

• Wednesday, Feb 9 DVC Registration- Please have your senior sign up for Levy’s Academy in the library. A DVC admissions officers will be walking students through the registration process and answer any questions.
• Scholarship Tips– Send your child to the CCC soon to not miss deadlines.

Juniors

• Tuesday, Feb 1 from 6 to 7pm Acalanes Bookclub Meeting will be on Zoom.Join other Junior parents to discuss Who Gets in and Why by Jeffrey Selingo.
• Black College Expo– Mark your calendars and register for 2/26 from 10am-3pm
• CalPoly Humboldt– Read about California’s newest Polytech school.
• College Timeline– Check out these informative tips!
• DVC Summer Academies– Earn 1 college unit and get hands–on experience!
• Jobs available– Orchard Nursery is looking for weekend cashier support/carry out. There are many other jobs available. Send students to the CCC.
• Out of State College Fair– March 23 from 6:30-8:30pm outside at Campolindo. More details to come!

Sophomores/Freshmen

• College Timeline- Here are fun ideas and a timeline by one of my favorite resources- The College Essay Guy.
• NCAA Eligibility– Watch this video to understand NCAA requirements if your student is a strong athlete.
• SAT goes fully Digital in Spring 2024: Click here to read more!
• Resume Development- Have your child reach out to work on creating a resume!
• Volunteer  Here are some volunteer options to get you started. Check out the newforms for tracking volunteer service hours for recognized service awards.

Resources:
CCC Website

Welcome Dons to your College and Career Center (CCC)! I am available for individual student meetings and would love to work with your Don. Students can sign up here. I will be hosting an academy on Wednesdays and Fridays for seniors to work together on college applications. I’ve also booked admissions rep visits for juniors and seniors so make sure your interested student checks Naviance and signs up to attend via Zoom on Mondays. We have so many events and resources to support our Dons!

Tuesday, Aug 25 7pm Value Priced College Night
Presented by Tim Lenahan, CPA.  Stay tuned for registration and Zoom link.

Freshman College Planning

Sophomore College Planning

Junior College Planning

Senior Checklist

• CCC Website 
• Follow us on Instagram: @acalanesccc
• Facebook Page for Students Have your senior or junior join the College and Career Student FB page 

Always feel free to contact me with questions:  wreicher@auhsdschools.org
Wendy Reicher