College & Career Center

 

SENIORS – Wondering what college/university admission changes might be occurring due to COVID-19?

NACAC (National Association of College Admissions Counselors) has created a resource page where colleges and universities are posting any changes and updates to their spring events (i.e. virtual admitted student days), changes to the date when a student has to commit, and if the date for a deposit has changed as well. The document is live, so you will see the latest information.  https://www.nacacnet.org/news--publications/newsroom/college-admission-status-coronavirus/

SENIORS - Need help understanding your Financial Aid Award Letters from colleges and universities?

Watch these three Khan Academy videos that help explain the various parts of an award letter, the terms used and what types of loans are best to take (if you choose to take loans). There are also additional resources if you would like to appeal your financial aid award.

If you have any questions after watching the videos, please email Mrs. Schaeffer at mschaeffer@losal.org 

Part I - https://youtu.be/vlUVwfRarNQ

Part II - https://youtu.be/GMjwjXKt0SE

Part III - https://youtu.be/dLojFRoSx8I

Community College Information Night

This recording of the January 2022 Virtual Community College Information Night will give you a comprehensive overview of the CA Community College system. Watch here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xJT0iWetIbg

 

Welcome to the College and Career Center webpage! We are located on the west side of the Media Center. Students are welcome to come in before school, during nutrition, lunch, after school and during class when they have permission from their teachers. We are proud to offer services to all Los Al students, faculty, parents, and community members.

College Application Help! The counselors will be in the College and Career Center during lunch and after school, Tuesdays and Thursdays, to help seniors with their college applications. No question is too big or small. We’re here to help.

Here is a little overview of what we do in here……

Career Guidance- ROP Classes, Presentations & Workshops, Pathway Cords, Internships, Naviance College and Career Planning, Summer Enrichement Programs

College Planning- College Applications, College Field Trips, Financial Aid/Scholarships, College Visits

Testing Information- ASVAB/Military Info, PSAT, SAT/ACT, Fee Waivers

Special Events- Mentor Breakfast, Guest Speakers, Career Exploration Field Trips

Employment/Volunteer - Job/Volunteer Board, Work Permits, Entertainment Permits, Community Service

Other Useful Links:

• Help Websites for Students and Parents 
• Parent Handbook