College and Career Center

Stephanie Price sprice@tusd.net
Monday - Friday 8:30 AM to 3:00 PM - Room A104
THS Career Center Handout - CLICK HERE

Follow us on IG: @tracyhighcareercenter
Remind App: Students and parents are encouraged to join the
THS CCC - News, Scholarship, and Volunteer Opportunities.
Learn about college presentations/events, scholarships,
college application workshops, financial aid workshops,
community service opportunities, and more!
Get instructions to sign up for the Remind App - CLICK HERE (English)
Get instructions to sign up for the Remind App - CLICK HERE (Spanish)

Return to Counseling Page

Resources for students include:

Resume Building
Mock Interviews
Work Permits (NOTE: The Career Center is closed during the
Holiday Breaks. Work Permits are NOT issued by TUSD schools or the district office during this time. Please make sure to submit any work permit applications by December 13th to allow time for processing)
Internship, Volunteer, and Job Postings
ASVAB Testing - The ASVAB is an aptitude test that measures your developed abilities to understand your skill strengths whether you plan to enter the workforce, pursue further education at a university, community college, vocational institution or the military for future success.
Military Visits
College Representative Visits
College Application Support
Trade School/Vocational School Information
Scholarships
CTE Programs and Career Information
Resources for Planning Your Future - CLICK HERE

VOLUNTEER, BLOCK T COMMUNITY SERVICE, INTERNSHIPS, APPRENTICESHIPS, ACADEMIES, and MISC. OPPORTUNITIES

Volunteer Opportunities

Block T Community Service

Community Block T
The purpose of the Community Service Program at Tracy High School mirrors the mission itself that is to prepare each student to become a responsible, active citizen. To that end, the program strives to instill in each an awareness of the multiple needs of the community, a sense of moral obligation to help those less fortunate, and the desire to make one's community a better place to live. This program is provided in the spirit of community service and not intended as a bridge to college/university entrance.
The completion of 100 hours of volunteer service under the specified guidelines set forth by the Tracy Breakfast Lions. A minimum of two volunteer activities are needed for the overall 100 hours for the Student Volunteer recognition for the school year. The organization(s) must have a Non-Profit ID #. All deadlines must be met, or forms will not be considered. No exceptions.
The deadline to submit all completed volunteer hours is April 19, 2024.

If you would like to participate in the Block T Community Service program, please complete and submit the Community Block T Agreement below to the Career Center A104.

Community Block T Agreement - CLICK HERE
Community Service Log Sheet - CLICK HERE
City of Tracy Volunteer Opportunities - CLICK HERE
List of Local Agencies - CLICK HERE

Apprenticeship Opportunities

Click on the hyperlinks below -

Internship and Job Shadowing Opportunities

Summer Camps and Alternative Programs

Stanford Tri-Valley Clinical Academy (Summer Program) - CLICK HERE

The Stanford Tri-Valley Clinical Academy is a 2-week immersive experience offering an opportunity for students interested in pursuing a career in healthcare to learn more about the field of medicine. Participants will learn from Stanford faculty physicians and community physicians in a variety of specialties, as well as various other healthcare professionals, with in-person and hands-on experiences and activities. 12/4/2023 Application opens
3/8/2024 Application closes
To learn more about the Clinical Academy:
https://med.stanford.edu/shvca.html
Application eligibility, cost, scholarship, deadlines:
https://med.stanford.edu/shvca/application.html

AI Camp (beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced) - CLICK HERE

Leadership, Engineering Day, Conference Opportunities, and more!

LEADERSHIP OPPORTUNITY FOR JUNIORS AND SENIORS: 2024 APYLP (ASIAN PACIFIC YOUTH LEADERSHIP PROJECT) - DEADLINE TO APPLY, DECEMBER 2, 2023
SJDC Engineering & Technology Day - 32nd Annual Competition! FRIDAY JANUARY 26th, 2024. See attachment for sign up details.
Cesar Chavez Youth Leadership Conference and Celebration (CCYLC) Saturday, March 16, 2024
Join the César Chávez Youth Leadership Conference and Celebration, a free college and career motivational event for junior high, high school and community college students, as well as parents and community members! Secure your spot at the conference by registering before February 26, 2024, and be part of a transformative learning experience.

CALENDAR

ANNOUNCEMENTS

ATTENTION GRADUATING SENIORS!
Congratulations on your upcoming graduation!
Diplomas will be ordered early Spring in order to arrive in time for distribution shortly after the graduation ceremony. Please log in to Aeries to verify your name and current address. Your name on the diploma will be printed according to your TUSD Aeries registered name (transcript and diploma). If your TUSD Aeries name is currently incorrect in our database, please complete this form and turn it in to the College and Career Center (A104) or sprice@tusd.net by March 1, 2024.

Events

CAMPUS

HOT CHOCOLATE + San Joaquin Delta College + SEU NorCal + Stanislaus State - Tuesday, December 5^th
(Students can Drop In/Information Session)
11:50am - 1:30pm Lunchtime
A104 College and Career Center
ASVAB Test - February 1, 2024
9:00am in D101 (Sign up in advance in the Career Center)
ASVAB POST-TEST INTERPRETATION SESSION - February 14, 2024
8:30am in D101
Deadline to submit all completed Block T volunteer hours - April 19, 2024

OFF CAMPUS

CASH FOR COLLEGE WORKSHOPS

Attention Seniors! Check out the dates for the Cash for College Workshops!!
Click on image below to enlarge:

scholarships/financial aid

2023.24 Scholarships

ScholarshipS

Please carefully review the links, requirements, directions, and deadline for each opportunity. Make sure to also research and explore opportunities on your own. Make sure to check back regularly as this is updated periodically. Best of luck!

THS Scholarships:
March 31, 2024 Deadline - Nijagal Family Scholarship Foundation (2) $500 Scholarships Available

Local Scholarships:
January 13, 2024 Deadline - SJEC Scholarship for Seniors pursuing Engineering Degrees.
FEBRUARY 16, 2024 - California Retired Teacher Association
April 12, 2024 Deadline - Roger Traina Memorial Scholarship (1) $1000 Award Available
June 1, 2024 Deadline - RPESJC Retired Public Employee San Joaquin County

Other Scholarships:
November 30, 2023 Deadline - Elevate Women in Technology Scholarship
December 1, 2023 Deadline: Hagan Scholarship-nationwide need based merit scholarship-must attend participating college-see list on link-up to $7,500 for 8 consecutive semesters
December 1, 2023 Deadline - Be Bold Scholarship - (1) $25,000 Award Available
December 1, 2023 Deadline - Ron Brown Scholarships Program - (50) $40,000 Awards Available
December 13, 2023 Deadline - Science Ambassador Scholarship (1) $40,000 Award Available
December 15, 2023 Deadline: Burger King Scholarship-High School Seniors-$1,000-App opens October 16th-must apply early
December 31, 2023 Deadline: Cirkled In "No Sweat" Scholarship $2,500
January 4, 2024 Deadline: The 2024 GE-Reagan Foundation Scholarship Program-$10,000 renewable scholarship-Opens October 16th
January 9, 2024 Deadline: APIA Scholars 2024-2025 Scholarship-$2500-$20,000
January 15, 2024 Deadline - San Joaquin Engineers Council
January 26, 2024 Deadline - Lincoln Center Scholarship Application (4) $2,000 Scholarships Available
January 31, 2024 Deadline: Discover Student Loans College Covered-Apply monthly from February 1, 2023 - January 31, 2024-(1) $5,000 per month available
Jan 31, 2024 Deadline - eQuality Scholarship Collaborative
February 1, 2024 Deadline - Clemson University CMD ESTEEMED Scholars Program (Enhancing Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math Educational Diversity)
February 29, 2024 Deadline - Common App Scholarship (3) $2,000 Awards
April 13, 2024 Deadline - Haute Couture Societe Fashion Scholarship Competition
April 19, 2024 Deadline - William R Smith Foundation 2024 STEM Scholarship (https://www.williamrsmithfoundation.org/)

Financial Aid

CAL GRANT GPA VERIFICATION FORM

CALIFORNIA COLLEGES FAFSA AND RESOURCES

COLLEGEBOARD CSS PROFILE FOR FINANCIAL AID

FOSTER YOUTH CAREGIVER RESOURCES
FOR FINANCIAL AID

HOW TO REQUEST FINANCIAL AID APPEAL

FAFSA - WHICH PARENT DO I USE?

FAFSA RESOURCES

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u8uubc08CDE
https://studentaid.gov/sites/default/files/is-my-parent-a-contributor.jpg
https://www.csac.ca.gov/post/cash-college-workshop-registration

CHAFEE FACT SHEET

UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA UNDOCUMENTED
STUDENT FINANCIAL AID RESOURCES

Student Athletes

FUTURE COLLEGIATE ATHLETES!

If you are interesting in playing sports in college please check out the information below.

NCAA and NAIA both require student athletes to register with their organizations and complete specific courses to meet eligibility requirements.

NCAA - WWW.ELIGIBILITYCENTER.ORG

NCAA DIVISION 1 REQUIREMENTS

NCAA DIVISION 2 REQUIREMENTS

A LIST OF OUR NCAA APPROVED COURSES CAN BE FOUND IN OUR COURSE CATALOG.

NAIA - WWW.PLAYNAIA.ORG

NAIA GUIDE FOR STUDENT ATHLETES

NAIA POWERPOINT

REASONS TO CONSIDER NAIA SCHOOLS

college information

College Prep Tips

CSU and UC Resources

California State University Freshman Admissions Information - CLICK HERE

CSU Application Guide
CSU Application Link

Term Priority Application Filing Period*

Fall 2024 October 1, 2023 - November 30, 2023

*The priority application filing period may vary based on your enrollment type or status (e.g., graduate, international, returning, veteran applicant). Many campuses and majors still accept applicants after the priority period. Check to see if the campus(es)/major(s) you're interested in are still accepting applications. This information is subject to change. If you need more detailed information, please contact the campus admissions office directly.

Term	Priority Application Filing Period*
Fall 2024	October 1, 2023 - November 30, 2023

University of California Freshman Admissions Information - CLICK HERE

UC Application Guide
UC Application Link
UC application deadline reminder and resources - CLICK HERE
The UC application deadline is fast approaching. UC applications must be submitted by 11:59 p.m. (Pacific Time) on November 30, 2023. Applicants should be aware that once the application has been submitted, very little personal information can be changed. First year and transfer applicants should review the information provided in the “After you apply” webpage for more information on application changes post-submission

Californiacolleges.edu

College Entrance Information

California Community Colleges and Career Tech Colleges

LOCAL COMMUNITY COLLEGES:

PRIVATE CAREER TECHNICAL COLLEGES:

SAN JOAQUIN COUNTY OFFICE OF EDUCATION:

CODESTACK ACADEMY FOR STUDENTS AGE 18-SPONSORED BY SAN JOAQUIN COUNTY OFFICE OF EDUCATION

Delta College Dual Enrollment

Delta College's Dual Enrollment Program is for students enrolled in
9th - 12th grade and lets you get started on your college education, while still in high school. Courses are taken on high school campuses and are geared towards college and career readiness, with options in available in both Transfer and Career Pathways.

Through Dual Enrollment, you are a Delta college student on an accelerated path to a degree or certificate!

VISIT WEBSITE HERE

Need more support? Please contact:

Jessica Torres , Student Programs Specialist

San Joaquin Delta College at Mountain House

(209) 954.5151 ext. 6008

Career Technical Education

Letter of recommendation

Form Letter

Form Letter

employment

WORK PERMIT APPLICATION

• To apply for a work permit, you must have been hired or offered a job. Note: You DO NOT need a work permit to apply for jobs.
• Per TUSD High School Student Handbook, to be eligible for a work permit students must maintain a minimum 2.0 GPA and Saturday School hours must be 15 or less to obtain a work permit.

Work Permit Application - CLICK HERE

Step 1 - Be sure to fully complete the student, parent, and employer sections, including signatures (wet ink). Include your FULL Social Security Number (required by state law for issuance).
Step 2 - Drop off the completed application (wet ink signed) to the Career Center A104 8:30am - 3pm.
Step 3 - If eligibility is met, the official work permit will be issued and sent by email to the TUSD student issued email approximately within 2-3 working days.

Please note - Permits are not issued on weekends, school holidays/breaks during the school year.

Refer to the California Department of Education website for more information on Child Labor Laws here: https://www.dir.ca.gov/dlse/childlaborlawpamphlet.pdf

Refer to the Department of Industrial Relations-Summary of Hours Students can work by age and Occupational Exemptions and Restrictions: https://www.dir.ca.gov/dlse/minorssummarycharts.pdf

_________________________________________
Applicable to Work Experience Students Only:
• If you are interested in enrolling in Work Experience, please contact Mr. Rooney and check with your counselor for further instructions regarding enrollment.
• If you are approved for Work Experience, notify the Career Center Technician to have your work permit updated to reflect the changed status and hours permitted to work (sprice@tusd.net).

Resume/Cover Letter Resources

My Stuff Job Central is a tool for beginning job seekers - https://mystuffjobcentral.org/

Helpful Resume Tips
- https://careers.umbc.edu/students/documents/resumes/

Helpful Resume Do's and Don'ts - https://careers.umbc.edu/students/documents/resumes/dos-and-donts/

Cover Letter Tips
- https://www.forbes.com/sites/ashiraprossack1/2019/01/25/cover-letter-best-practices/?sh=626237b055c5
- https://www.themuse.com/advice/cover-letter-examples-every-type-job-seeker
https://www.thebalancemoney.com/best-cover-letters-a-z-list-of-examples-2060172#what-the-best-cover-letters-do-well

Job Openings

military

Military

ROTC Programs

UNIVERSITY HEADQUARTERS

ROTC stands for Reserve Officer Training Corps, and this program is offered in 1,700 universities and colleges throughout the US. ROTC helps college students, male and female, to prepare to enter a military career as officers in one of the three branches in which it is offered: Army, Air Force, and the Navy/Marines. The Coast Guard doesn’t have an ROTC program for students interested in a career in this particular military branch.

Students in each branch of the ROTC benefit from scholarships, monthly stipends and a career that is guaranteed after graduation. Students in ROTC also derive benefits from learning how to develop valued leadership skills, discipline and good physical fitness.

Register for Selective Service

ASVAB

What is the ASVAB CEP?
The ASVAB Career Exploration Program (CEP), is a comprehensive career exploration program that harnesses the power of the world’s most validated aptitude test paired with a tried-and-true interest inventory empowering and motivating young people to explore their career options and make a post-secondary plan as individual as they are. Tracy High holds 1-2 ASVAB CEP tests open to students in grades 10, 11, and 12 each school year, generally one test session in fall and one in spring.

ASVAB Fact Sheet - CLICK HERE
ASVAB Overview for Students and Parents - CLICK HERE
ASVAB Post Test Info - CLICK HERE

- ASVAB Test - February 1, 2024 @ 9am
(Sign up in advance in the Career Center)

- ASVAB POST-TEST INTERPRETATION SESSION - February 14, 2024 @ 8:30am