College & Career News

A WEEKLY UPDATE FROM MRS. MARTINEZ

Hello!

Can you believe there is only about 1 week left of this 9 weeks? I cannot believe how fast time has gone!


This year, I will be splitting my time between AHS (Mondays & Tuesday) and THS (Thursdays & Fridays) while Wednesdays will be my as need day - being on either campus as needed!


This is a live newsletter, so feel free to come back here as often as you need to see updated information!


Please check out the rest of the newsletter for so much information!


What can you be doing now??


  1. Apply to a 2 or 4 year college! Use http://www.applytexas.org OR http://www.commonapp.org
  2. Apply to a trade school! https://www.tstc.edu/
  3. Request transcripts through SchooLinks. The registrar will be processing transcripts that are requested through SchooLinks. (See below for instructions on how to do this)
  4. Apply for scholarships! I post lots of scholarships down below so check back often.
  5. Finalize college plans. Narrow your list, choose a college, find a roommate, living arrangements, orientation, register for the TSI testing if needed.
  6. Explore career options!
  7. ASK ME QUESTIONS :)



SCHOLARSHIP OFFERS: As you get scholarships (even if you won't be using them) please send a copy to Mrs. Martinez!


TRANSCRIPTS:

OFFICIAL transcripts must be requested in order to make all of your college applications complete. To request an official transcript you can go to SchooLinks - see instructions below.


UNOFFICIAL transcripts can be used for some scholarships or for yourself. If this is what your are needing - you can find it under portfolio in skyward.



Have a great day!

Schedule a TEAMS Meeting with Mrs. Martinez

Please use this link to find available times to meet with Mrs. Martinez on TEAMS! If you'd rather a phone call please email to let me know!

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College Visits at AHS in H1

College Visits at THS in the CCR office (E138)

Senior Workshop 2024
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FAFSA - How to Guide

A friendly resource here to help answer questions about FAFSA - FAFSA opens Dec. 1st!

SCHOLARSHIPS

No Essay Smart Owl Scholarship

Due: September 29, 2023

Big Future Scholarship

Due: September 30, 2023

Niche Scholaships

Due: September 30, 2023

SM Scholarship

Due: September 30, 2023

SP Scholarship

Due: September 30, 2023

Be Bold Scholarship

Due: October 1, 2023

Nigerian Day Scholarship

Due: October 1, 2023

Voice of Democracy Scholarship

Due: October 31, 2023

Regeneron Science Talent Search

Due: November 8, 2023

Hispanic Heritage Youth Awards

Due: November 13, 2023

10 Words or Less Scholarship

Due: November 15, 2023

Dr Juan Andrade Jr. Scholarship

Due: November 30, 2023

Lamber-Goodnow Scholarships

Due: December 1, 2023

Latinx Psychology Scholarship

Due: December 1, 2023

Kelly Law Autism Scholarship

Due: December 20, 2023

NCAA - On Demand Video

NCAA Presentation

Information on how to be a NCAA Qualifier

Certificates, Licenses, & Alternate Career Programs

Military Branch Recruiter Contact Information

INTERNSHIPS

Upcoming Events

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Houston Black College Expo

Saturday, Nov. 18th, 10am-5pm

1 NRG Parkway

Houston, TX

JOIN US! 14th Annual Houston Black College Expo™

November 18th, 2023!

EVERYONE is Welcome...it’s for Students of ALL Ages...Plus...

· Get Accepted on the SPOT, students bring your transcripts and ACT or SAT test scores (High School Juniors & Seniors)

· College Transfer Students this is a great opportunity for you to get accepted on the spot! Bring your transcripts from all colleges that you have attended

· Scholarships on the SPOT

Applications fees waived


Register here: National College Resources Foundation (thecollegeexpo.org)

JOB OPPORTUNITIES

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Summer Camps

Volunteer Opportunities

Schedule a TEAMS Meeting with Mrs. Martinez

Please use this link to find available times to meet with Mrs. Martinez via TEAMS! If you'd rather a phone conference please indicate when you sign up!

Contact your CCR

Mrs. Becky Martinez

Travis High School | College & Career Readiness Advisor

Austin High School | College & Career Readiness Advisor