Westview Counseling Newsletter
October 2019
Senior Reminders
Senior Survey
Letters of Recommendation
If you need a letter of recommendation for the colleges you are applying to, fill out the Letter of Recommendation Packet and make an appointment with your counselor. To make an appointment, log onto MyConnect➔ Counseling class ➔ Seniors ➔ Letters of Recommendation. Once on this page, click on the name of your counselor.
Deadlines to request a letter of recommendation from your Counselor:
September 23th – October 11th – Early Decision and Early Action appointments
October 14th – November 22nd – Regular Decision appointments
If you are planning on asking someone other than your counselor (teacher, coach, etc.) for a letter of recommendation, be sure to fill out the Alternative Recommender Notification form.
Transcripts
If you need to request official transcripts for your college applications, complete and turn in the Permission to Release School Record Information form to your counselor in order to have your transcripts sent. (If you need a letter of recommendation this form will be part of the Recommendation Packet.)
After adding all colleges to your list in Naviance, you can request transcripts in the "Colleges I’m Applying To" screen by clicking + REQUEST TRANSCRIPTS. Any time you add a transcript request, please notify your counselor for there is no auto notification feature within Naviance.
Do not request transcripts for UC’s and CSU’s unless specifically requested by them. Most UC’s and CSU’s do not need an initial transcript but it’s recommended you check each campus individually to determine if you need to send a transcript.
FAFSA Workshops - October 10 and October 24
Promises2Kids in partnership with San Diego County Office of Education will be hosting two workshops during the month of October and would like to invite you and your youth to join us!
Our College Application workshop happening on Thursday, October 10, 2019 calls for All University Bound Foster youth to take their first steps towards applying for their dream University! Our college application workshop will have students connected with local University representatives to walk through the process of the CSU Apply portal. Additionally, students will be able to learn about the programs and services for foster youth on campus.
Our second workshop happening on Thursday, October 24, 2019 encourages ALL San Diego High School Seniors to take part in the San Diego County FAFSA Challenge! Not sure how to pay for college? No worries, during our workshop students have an opportunity to meet with a Financial Aid Specialist who can explain how to receive money for college! Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and submit it to your future college or university!
Students looking to complete the FAFSA should apply for an FSA ID prior to the workshop using the following link:
https://fsaid.ed.gov/npas/index.htm
Details of our events are listed below as well as on the attached flyers.
College Application Workshop:
Date: Thursday, October 10, 2019
Time: 5:30pm - 8:00pm
Location: San Diego County Office of Education
6401 Linda Vista Road
San Diego, CA 92111
FAFSA CHALLENGE:
Date: Thursday, October 24, 2019
Time: 5:30pm - 8:00pm
Location:
San Diego County Office of Education
6401 Linda Vista Road
San Diego, CA 92111
PSAT on October 16th
Why take the PSAT?
- You will receive a report of your areas of strength and areas of improvement which is helpful in preparation for the SAT.
- You will receive access to many scholarship opportunities based on the "Student Search Service"
- You will have the opportunity to be considered for the National Merit Scholarship Program
Wolverine Parent Academy Workshops
PUSD District College and Career Fair
College Visits
College representatives come to Westview almost every day! Take advantage of the opportunities to meet those who may eventually review your admissions applications. Ask questions, obtain business cards and contact information, and follow up with a 'thank you' note.
Why bother to get to know your college representative?
To participate in these visits, complete the permission form to have your attendance excused and register for these visits through Naviance (as seen below).
The University of San Francisco
The University of Alabama
UC San Diego Extension Scholarships
The three program sectors include:
- Program Your Future: iOS Programming and Front End Web Development
- Manage Your Future: Business Management
- Formulate Your Future: Life Science Research
Apply online here , space is limited!
If you have any questions, be sure to contact precollege@ucsd.edu.
Stay Connected!
Remind
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Class of 2020
Text: @wvhs-2020
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Class of 2022
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Class of 2023
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You can also stay up do date on scheduled activities by accessing monthly calendars below.
Westview Counseling
Email: westviewcounseling@gmail.com
Website: https://www.powayusd.com/en-US/Schools/HS/WVHS/Counseling/Counseling-Home
Location: 13500 Camino Del Sur, San Diego, CA 92129, USA
Phone: (858) 780-2000
Facebook: http://facebook.com/westview-counseling-306604899354978/
Twitter: @WestviewCounsel