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Welcome to March and back to Daylight Savings Time! This is the month when the UCs start releasing admission decisions... always a bitter-sweet time for high school seniors. Please be nice to seniors this month because it is filled with anxiety for them. In the meantime, March is a great month to start learning about careers that might be interesting. Hopefully you were able to attend the amazing Career Expo at Prospect High School last Tuesday and heard about some amazing opportunities. Come see me if you have questions about any of the potential jobs or internships from the fair. Check out the remaining Career Talks (with more to come later in March). Also it's time for NCAA March Madness! Watch for the Second Round Brackets in the next issue and take the March Madness Fun Facts quiz for a chance to win some great prizes.

March is the start of the wrapping up process for seniors. As you hear decisions from colleges, remember, if they don't admit you, that is a "Redirection". That college wasn't right for you and you are being redirected to a college that is the right fit for you. You are not being "rejected", just "redirected". Here is a checklist to help you remember some of the things you may need to do:

1) If you haven't, complete the FAFSA application. Get started at fafsa.gov

2) As you hear back from colleges, update the admission decisions in Naviance. You won't be able to delete colleges that you never applied to but here are directions for updating college results in Naviance (in case you don't know how to do this.)

3) Planning on Community College? Check out the upcoming Application Workshops. These fall applications normally don't open up for the public until May 1, but if you come to our workshop you can apply now.

3/13 @ 2:45 pm - Foothill College

3/16 @ 1:45 pm - De Anza College

4) Not planning on going to college at this time? Maybe you are interested in going into a trade but you aren't 18 yet? The Trades Orientation Program (TOP) is a great way to learn what it takes to successfully apply to become a working apprentice in the trade of your choice. The information session for the 2023 Cohort is taking signups. To reserve a spot at an orientation/application session, interested applicants can visit www.wpusa.org/top. Orientation will be held via Zoom.

Now is a good time to start compiling a list of colleges you are thinking about applying to next year. Make sure to add these to your "Colleges I'm Thinking About" list in Naviance. The College Essay Guy has some tips to help get started with that. Here is how he answers the question:

SO WHERE SHOULD I RESEARCH COLLEGES?

Here are a few of his favorite places.

Stay on www.collegexpress.com and type in the school name. Then click “Lists” to see what other lists that school is on. In fact, I’ve linked some of these lists directly at the bottom of this blog post. (Scroll down to see more.)

For the pro perspective, check out the Fiske Guide to Colleges, which is (ask any counselor) the go-to guide for college research. It has great 2-3 page summaries of hundreds of colleges and is a great starting point. Why else should you get this book?

For the student perspective, go to unigo.com where you can read real students’ opinions on their schools. But don’t just read 1-2 reviews, read a bunch of them, in particular the “What’s the stereotype of students at your school?” and “Is the stereotype true?” You’ll get a sense of the school vibe pretty quick.

For virtual campus tours, check out CampusReel.org. While there are tons of other virtual campus tour websites out there, most of them focus on what a campus looks like but precious few websites or tours really let you get a sense of what a college campus feels like.

Do you love the theater? Would you like a job where you are around the theater all day even if you aren't necessarily the one on stage? Check out this 5 minute RoadTrip Nation video about theater jobs: 5 Jobs for People Who Love the Theater. Aside from acting, this video talks about careers such as Playwriter/Screenwriter, Theater Director, Managing Director (for that really organized person), and the newest job; Entertainment Engineer.

If you aren't already involved in something at school (besides academics) there is still time to start. Next week ASB is putting on Diversity Days. Just about everyday and Brunch, Study Hall or Lunch something is happening to showcase the diversity here. There are international foods, crafts, fashion, and more. Participate in one or more of these FUN ACTIVITIES and maybe you'll meet some new people and find your place here at Westmont.

Click HERE for the complete up to date list. All events are in the Library unless specified otherwise.

3/13 @ 2:45 pm - Foothill College Application Workshop

3/14 @ 10:15am - Career Talk: Corporate Communications with 49ers

3/16 @ 1:45 pm - De Anza College Application Workshop

3/17 @ 10:15 am - High Point University

3/23 @ 10:15 am - Career Talk: Medical Doctor

If you missed the talk with the Data Scientist, she has provided us with the slides from her presentation, so check it out: What is Data Scientist?

Come hang out, play games or study with other friends at the Campbell Community Center. This event offered by the Campbell Youth Commission.

MIT Introduction to Technology, Engineering and Science (MITES) is hosting this series of virtual workshops. (Learn more about MITES HERE)

Technology has brought about both positive and negative changes in society. It has affected us all differently depending on our backgrounds and experiences, influencing how we consume and create tech. But what are the responsibilities we hold as innovators? And what opportunities for liberation may be unlocked?

Join us for a 3-part online workshop where we will explore the intersections of technology, race, and power, and delve into issues such as biased algorithms and the use of personal data for profit.

In this workshop series, created for the MITES community, we will craft ways to utilize the power of technology for justice.

Race, Power, and Technology

March 15th

Online, 4:00-5:30pm PST (7:00-8:30pm ET)

Register HERE

Zoom links provided upon registration.

Part 1: March 15

Part 2: March 29

Part 3: April 12

Considering joining West Valley College next year, but not sure what that means for your IEP/504 Plan?

Join us to:

• Gain an understanding of the types of services available at West Valley College
• Learn what documentation you need to provide and how to provide it
• Connect with the DESP staff who will be working with you for the next few years
• Learn how to register for our orientations and meet with a counselor

March 22 6-7pm

Join the Workshop HERE

Hosted by the Society of Women Engineers, WOW! is an engineering conference for high school students to be able to learn about different engineering fields. For more information check out the FLYER.

Date: Saturday: March 25, 2023

Where: One Washington St, San Jose, CA 95192 (Diaz Compean Student Union @ San Jose State University)

Price: $10 (Please email us for a code if you have any difficulties with this amount)

Register here: tinyurl.com/wow23-register

Follow us on Instagram: @swesjsu.wow (main updates/info!)

Deadline for registration: Saturday: March 18, 2023

March 25th 9am-1pm

SJCC Student Center

2100 Moorepark Ave

San Jose, 95129

Get a Campus Tour. Learn about the different Career Education options. Explore Majors. Find out about the AMAZING Support Programs. Visit the Resource Fair to gather some information and try some of the Fun Activities.

RSVP at: bit.ly/sjccopenhouse23

See this scholarship spreadsheet for a complete list of scholarships. This spreadsheet has tabs at the bottom for each month. Click on January and February to see what scholarships are due during the next 2 months. You might be eligible to apply! There are many for seniors only but there are some contests open to all grades so check them out!

Seniors, here is the list of LOCAL SCHOLARSHIPS for just our local area (Westmont, Campbell, CUHSD) so check this out regularly as new ones are added over the next few months.

Scholarship Spotlight

Los Community Foundation Community Service Scholarship - $1000 to a graduating senior from Los Gatos who has done community service. Due March 20, 2023 to Mrs. Klaus in the College and Career Center.

Ric Barline Memorial Scholarship - $1500 for graduating senior, minimum GPA 3.0, school or community involvement, financial need for attending college, interested in STEM, climate change, alternative energy, robotics and is curious. Due March 31, 2023 to Mrs. Klaus in College and Career Center.

Here are a few FUN FACTS for you "fun fact fans":

• University of Nevada Reno has been constructing a new building on campus every year for the past 10 years.
• University of Utah has a tradition called the 3rd Down Jump: When the opposing team is on a third down, the Mighty Utah Student Section (MUSS) jumps around and makes as much noise as possible. The goal is to make the opposing team false start multiple times throughout the game!
• University of Waterloo (Ontario, Canada) was the 1st university in Canada to introduce the Co-Op Program. In this program, students study for 4 months then work for 4 months in a paid internship. This cycle continues until completion of their degree in 5 years allowing students to attain actual work experience along with an academic degree.

Are you interested in learning about AI, gaining technical experience, and AI internship opportunities? AI Camp! Founded by Stanford Ph.D.s, provides quality AI education, opens doors into the tech industry and provides scholarships to top students! Check out the FLYER and then apply for the SCHOLARSHIP.

Get priority access to the 2023 Summer Scholarship application!!

This is an unpaid on-the-job learning opportunity for dedicated, hard-working individuals interested in wildlife rehabilitation. Click HERE for more details.

Time Commitment: 12 Weeks. 24 hours per week, 3 days per week.

WCSV provides letters of recommendation for successful completion of the internship summarizing their coursework, accomplishments, and skills learned during the internship.

All questions about the internship or application process should be emailed to intern@wcsv.org.

If you are interested in a career in Law Enforcement, check out the CHP Explorers Program. Be a part of something greater than yourself.

Minimum Requirement to apply:

• Must be 15-20 years of age.
• Have an interest in law enforcement.
• Must have at least a 2.0 GPA.
• No drug or alcohol use.
• Good citizenship.
• No felony convictions

GO to CHPCareers.com or contact your local area CHP Office.

Youngzine is offering this summer program for students. If you have a passion for climate and sustainability, check this out before March 19th.

Dates: July 10-21, 2023; 9 am - 4 pm PST

Location: DeAnza College, Cupertino, CA (intersection of 85 and Stevens Creek Blvd)

Fee: $1200

Deadline: 11.59 pm PST on March 19, 2023

Rolling applications will be considered until 11.59 pm PST on May 1, 2023 (space permitting)

The USNA Summer Seminar is the first step in navigating your future to becoming one of our nation's next generation leaders. Current Juniors / Rising Seniors can apply now for these sessions:

June 3-8, June 10-15, or June 18-23

Program Fee $550 (need based scholarships available)

Apply NOW at: usna.edu/Admissions/Programs/NASS

Summer STEM is for rising 9th - 11th graders. For one week campers will create, build and explore in world-class lab facilities and experience real-life applications and learning.

Current 9th / rising 10th - June 12-17

Current 10th / rising 11th - June 19-23

Program Fee $800 (need based scholarships available)

Apply NOW at: usna.edu/Admissions/Programs/STEM

Brainfuse is Free Tutoring available 10am-10pm through the public library system where you can get a 1:1 tutor to help you. Don't wait until it's too late.

If you are looking for opportunities to volunteer in the community, check out this website:

teensvolunteer.org

You can select Santa Clara County and/or online options.

Get community service hours by helping out at this fun event. Sign up for as many hours as you'd like. Early hours are the most helpful; and get into the event for free on the next day. Check out the event at: http://robogames.net/index.php

To sign up as a volunteer, contact: Rhiannon Ford (415) 786-8034

If you have a passion for working with youth and you enjoy being outdoors, come volunteer at Walden West for a week at our residential outdoor school!

All information and necessary forms can be found at https://sites.google.com/sccoe.org/walden-west/volunteers

STEMpower is a volunteer organization based in the Bay Area that works with WiSTEM, a club focused on empowering underrepresented students in high school to pursue STEM. Our goal is to inspire the next generation of creative thinkers to be interested in STEM fields through hands-on and engaging workshops.

We are hosting virtual STEM workshops for elementary school students and we need more help! We have opened a volunteer application for ALL high-schoolers (freshman and above).

After filling out this application, STEMpower will reach out to you within a week about scheduling a 15-minute interview. We will be accepting volunteers on a rolling basis. If you are unable to participate or register but would still like to in the future, feel free to apply anytime as we may reach out to strong applicants when in need of volunteers.

Curriculum Designers

Curriculum Designers will develop STEM-oriented activity sheets and lab activities for virtual workshops. They are expected to maintain regular communication with the team leader. On average, this role will require a time commitment of approximately 4-5 hours a month. Note that the workload during some weeks will be higher than that of other weeks.

Interested? Please fill out the application form at tinyurl.com/stempowervolunteer. Expect to hear a reply from us within a week of submission.

Questions? Feel free to email us at stempower.ca@gmail.com! Follow us on Instagram @stempower.us!

Take your love for tech and children and turn it into a fun and rewarding experience during the summer! TechKnowHow, a leader in tech camps for Bay Area students, is looking for individuals, ages 15 and older, to assist in teaching hands-on LEGO, game making and coding projects to children, ages 5-13. Pays $17-$20/hour.

TO APPLY: Send resume or cover letter to Sara Robertson at s.robertson@techknowhowkids.com or call (650) 638-0500

We are looking for Lifeguards, Swim Coaches, Lesson Instructors and and Office Manager. Pay rates range from $15.50/hour and up based on experience and certifications. Visit https://www.lrrc.org for more information.

Click on "Hiring" for details and application links.

The City of San Jose is currently hiring lifeguard and lifeguard instructors to fill a vast amount of vacancies city wide to those 16+. Those hired will support summer and year around swim programs for the City of San Jose.

Hourly Pay: $17-26 depending on certification.

See FLYER for more information and where to apply.

The lifeguard staff is responsible for the safety of the swimming programs, including supervision of recreation swim, adult lap swim, water exercise and instruction of swim lessons for all ages.

• Must be 15 years of age or older
• For certified or previously certified Lifeguards
• $16 per hour
• Must pass fingerprint clearance
• Candidates must be able to pass all American Red Cross Lifeguard Training requirements.

To apply or get more information click HERE.

University of Nevada-Reno is one of only 2 research institutions in the state of Nevada. They were founded originally in Elko, NV in 1874 and was transferred to Reno 8 years later in 1886. By 1900 the campus had grown to 11 buildings, two student dormitories and a gymnasium. In 1936, University enrollment surpassed the 1,000-student mark.

Fast forward 120 years and the university had a record 5,000 students graduate during the 2019-2020 academic year. The University was chosen as one of just 130 universities by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education as an “R1” institution — “very high research activity” — which is reserved for doctoral-granting universities with exceptional levels of research activity. In 2020, it was announced that the University had reached the prestigious Carnegie Classification for Community Engagement, becoming one of only 119 institutions in the country so honored. The numerous new buildings are both fashionable and functional for learning, collaborating, and living.

Every freshman is required to attend the NevadaFIT week in August also knows as "bootcamps for Academic Success" where students are taught skills to help them thrive in the rigor of college life and academia. As part of NevadaFIT, each student is given an iPad, keyboard, e-pencil, and a suite of applications they will need.

The Knowledge Center (aka Library) is more than a book storage and study facility. Inside the Knowledge center is the @One Digital Media and Technology Center including @Reality which is a virtual reality lab.

These are a few of the places I saw during my recent visit. The dorms provide FREE laundry to all students and they have approximately 3000 beds so incoming students will want to get an early bid for housing. The variety of dining options is incredible with eateries (i.e. The Habit, Starbucks, Panda Express, etc) located all over campus. The redesigned Downunder Dining Commons has excellent tasting food options.

UNR has 10 Undergraduate Colleges. Their College of Engineering offers 10 majors including a Computational Linguistics Interdisciplinary Program with explores work in fields such as voice recognition, machine translation and data mining. Among the many programs offered in the other colleges are Veterinary Science, Nursing, Social Work, Journalism, Musical Theater and Dual Teaching Degrees. They truly have something for everyone at a reasonable price.

Quick Facts

• Undergraduate Enrollment: 16,845
• Student-to-Faculty Ratio: 17:1
• Student Retention Rate: 81%
• Tuition: $26,098 out of state / $11,500 WUE with 3.25 GPA
• Housing/Food Cost: (living on campus) $12,000

Top Majors

• Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services
• Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences
• Engineering
• Biological and Medical Sciences
• Social Sciences

Orthodontists diagnose, prevent, intercept and treat dental and facial irregularities. These problems may include teeth that are crowded or too far apart, teeth that meet abnormally or don't meet at all, teeth that stick out, and mismatched jaws. Orthodontists typically see 30-60 patients a day. These visits include the following activities:

• consulting with patients to determine orthodontic needs and develop a plan to meet those needs as well as check the status of the treatment
• bonding the braces to the teeth
• adjusting the braces by correcting/tightening them
• follow up treatments to design retainers and check the status of their effectiveness

Median Pay: $166,262 per year

Typical Entry-level Education: Bachelor's Degree + 4 yrs Dental School + 2-3 yrs Orthodontics residency

Work Experience in Related Occupation: None

On the Job Training: None

Job outlook, 2019-2029: %6 (as fast as average)

If you are hungering for more information, here is a link to the Prospect College and Career Center Newsletter which has everything you would ever want to know and more. Mrs. Bencomo does a great job with her newsletter so check it out. It is full of resources and links to opportunities that are applicable to all students, not just Prospect students. Go to: https://bit.ly/CCCweeklyMar10_2023

Where do you want to be in 5 years? Imagine it and use your vision to take the first step towards that future.