POWAY HIGH COUNSELING
April 2022
EVENTS COMING UP
March 15 thru April 8: Individual audit meeting with students
April 6: RACC Mini College Fair at lunch
April 11-15: Spring Break - no school
April 21: PUSD College & Career Fair at Mt. Carmel High School
April 21: Thursday Trade Day - Certified Nurse Assistant
April 22: End of 6 weeks Trimester 3
April 25-27: AP Exams Planning and Preparations
April 27: AP Proctor Training
May 2-13: AP Exams
May 6: Progress Reports to Students
Counselor Contact Information
The counselors have open office hours for students at break, lunch, and after school. Parents can schedule appointments with their student's counselor by emailing them.
Counselors
A - Em: Christy Brown
En - Lea: Jerrah Smith
Leb - Ra: Blanca Arreguin
Rb - Z: Jerilyn Padua-Reyes
Intervention/CTE: Karly Wardwell
CTE PATHWAYS
For a list of CTE Pathways courses at PHS, just click here!
Visit here for the 4-year plan for CTE Pathways. Or...Click here for the blank CTE 4-year plan so you can create your own ideal plan!
Benefits of Pathway Completion:
- Notation of completion on transcript
- Certificate of pathway completion
- Pathway seal on diploma
- Better prepared for college, career & life!
Poway Unified School District College & Career Technical Education website
OUT-OF-STATE MINI COLLEGE FAIR
We will host an Out-Of-State mini college fair on April 6 at lunch. This mini college fair will have 25 RACC schools on our campus. All members of RACC (Regional Admission Counselors of California) are regional admission professionals who represent universities outside of California and work closely with high schools and community colleges across the state.
This is a great opportunity for students in all grade levels to hear a brief rundown of different universities. Stop by a table and speak with an admissions representatives about a university you're interested in or a college you've never heard of and learn something new. You never know it might turn out to be a perfect fit for you, not to mention, you could save on college tuition with the WUE (Western Undergraduate Exchange).
Some of the universities offer California residents tuition savings such as NAU, Portland State, OSU, and WSU. Read more about the WUE here.
PUSD COLLEGE & CAREER FAIR
New Student Enrollment
You can fill out the Enrollment Form at that address. When we receive your form, we will contact you with next steps, which will include how to set up an enrollment appointment (at the end of May) with the counselor to request courses. If you have questions about enrollment, you can email us at enrollment-poway@powayusd.com.
AP TESTING
Middle College High School
The application period has ended for the Palomar Middle College High School (PPMC) program. Please visit the PUSD website for more information.
If you have questions once summer has started, or did not receive an enrollment email or did not confirm enrollment, please contact tpickard@powayusd.com or mcass@powayusd.com.
Summer Online Health Course
Summer Opportunities Newsletter
The summer is a great time to set yourself apart from other students and get involved in something you can add to your college applications. There are several different opportunities available to students. Whether it’s taking a summer class for enrichment, or attending a summer camp, to working, volunteering or participating in a sport or internship. Find something you are passionate about and interested in. This is your time to shine! See our Summer Opportunities Newsletter, click here.
Summer Job - ESS is hiring!
ESS is hiring High School Aides! Any students that are 15 1/2 and older pick up an application at any ESS site! For more information, call 858-679-8946.
Seniors, Applying to Miramar?
Miramar College Pre-enrollment Workshops
Seniors, this is a must attend if you are going to Miramar College! This pre-enrollment workshop will cover all the important information for navigating life at Miramar College. They are offering three different dates so make sure to attend. You only need to attend one workshop. Add this event to your calendar. Questions? email miraoutreach@sdccd.edu
Seniors, Applying to Palomar?
Have you logged in to the Student Portal - MyPalomar? Seniors applying to Palomar College need to do the following steps after you submit your application:
- Sign in to MyPalomar and complete the orientation assessment. To find your student ID, click "ID/Password Help".
- Apply to the Palomar Promise Grant to get free tuition for up to two years. This application can be found in the Student Center section, scroll down and the link is on the right side.
- Are you still 18 in August? You need to submit a K-12 form to our Registrar. More details
- Get a head start with classes! Meet with an Admissions Counselor to discuss your Educational Plan. Pop-In Assistance on April 4, April 5, April 11, April 12, https://www.palomar.edu/outreach/events/month/2022-04/
- Palomar Pathways Mapper will help with courses required for your major/field of interest
Academic Planning
Junior Planning - Class of 2023
Juniors you can start preparing for college and career by understanding all the different options for life after high school by attending college and career workshops, fairs, and reviewing online resources. Our PHS website has several resources to help you with this process. Just to name a few, please see below:
Finally, remember to enjoy the journey. Take a deep breath, know that you don't need to have it all figured out right now, and it's a process.
Community College Night Recording
Being Smart About Social Media and Technology
Tutoring Options
Free tutoring is available after school in the library on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 2:30-3:30pm. The tutors are PHS students in Peer Counseling and NHS. For more information, see their flyer here.
Paid Student Tutors
We also maintain a list of students who are approved by PHS Teachers to tutor students. Please contact Jaime Brown in the Titan Center for the list.
Scholarship Spotlight
Poway High Alumni Association Scholarships - Deadline April 20, 2022 - 4 scholarship opportunities for Seniors, minimum GPA of 3.0 through 2nd trimester of this school year except for the Haskel Todd scholarship. See below:
PHS Alumni Scholarship - pursuing a 2 year degree, 4 year degree, or trade school
Todd Gutschow Scholarship - passion for STEM Majors
Bob Champion Scholarship - passion for athletics and/or coastal environment
Haskel Todd Scholarship - passion for athletics, 2.0 GPA or above
https://www.powayhighalumni.org/scholarships
2022 Kiwanis Scholarship - Deadline April 29, 2022 - Seniors attending Poway High School pursing a post educational college education, short application and transcripts are needed.
2022 PHS PTSA Scholarship - Deadline May 20, 2022 - This scholarship recognizes volunteer service in the school and community and does not have a grade point average restriction or requirement. The applicant must be a member of the PHS PTSA as of March 1st of the current academic year.
A Message from Mrs. Struck
Mrs. Struck, our Student Services Specialist is here to listen to students and answer questions in a safe atmosphere of acceptance, non-judgment, and confidentiality concerning the challenges students are facing. Come on into the Counseling Building, K, contact Mrs. Struck at sstruck@powayusd.com, or leave a message at 858-748-0245 x5394.
Personality Types That Makes Kids More Susceptible to Drug Use
Learn more about these personality types at:
Natural High for Parents
https://www.naturalhigh.org/for-parents/
Natural High has made talking to your kids about drugs and alcohol easier. Watch a short video by a storyteller they're interested in, and have a conversation…
Drug Free Partnership
https://drugfree.org/prevention-and-taking-action-early/
The teen and young adult years are confusing, complicated and formative. Understanding what's happening socially and developmentally — and how it can intersect with substance use — is fundamental to setting the stage for healthier outcomes.
National Suicide Prevention Resource
Call 1-800-273-8255 (TALK)
Available 24 hours everyday
OR
Text HOME to 741741 to connect with a Crisis Counselor
Free 24/7 support at your fingertips