Westview Counseling
August/September 2021 Newsletter
Welcome Back to School, Wolverines! We are so happy to have you back on campus with us! We hope this is a great year filled with lots of learning and exciting moments. Whether this is your first year in high school or your last, make sure you challenge yourself and try something new.
Check out all the information and news for this school year! Make sure to look into all the clubs, activities, and important events happening. Reach out to your counselor for any help you may need!
Senior College Application Guide Book
Important Dates
Back to School Night: Wednesday, August 31 @ 6:00 pm (Virtual Event)
Health Forum @ 5:00 pm
Labor Day- No School: Monday, September 6
All Senior Meeting: Tuesday, September 7 @ 6:00 pm (Virtual Event)
*Rescheduled due to Back to School Night*
Senior Workshop: Developing & Refining your College Application List: Tuesday, September 14 @ 6:00 pm (Virtual Event)
Senior Workshop: Personal Insight Questions & Essays: Wednesday, September 22 @ 8:00 am (Computer Lab)
PSAT 2021
PSAT will be offered on Saturday, October 16 and is open to current 10th and 11th grade Westview students for $25. The deadline to register is Friday, October 1. Click here for more information and to sign up for the test.
SAVE THE DATES: 2021-2022
Updates & Resources from the Counseling Office
Welcoming New Counseling Staff & Interns!
Mrs. Eve Heine Arp
School Counselor (NE-SIE)
Mrs. Adriana Chittuluru
School Counselor (K-NA)
Ms. Janelle Lim
Mending Matters
Nikki Olguin
Dimas (DJ) Briones Jr.
Counseling Intern
Tanya Ibrahim
Need Peer Tutoring?
Peer Mentor Opportunities
Do you feel your student needs additional support and guidance as they transition back into the school year? The WV Peer Mentors are available to help students who may need academic,
social/emotional support, organizational help, or just a friendly face!
If you would like your student to participate, please fill out this form.
College & Career Updates
The UC Application for Fall 2022 opened August 1! Students can begin to craft their application in preparation for the November filing period.
UC Application:
https://apply.universityofcalifornia.edu/my-application/login?mc_cid=4f47e44d40&mc_eid=ca96139036
Fall California College Fairs (Virtual)
Save the Date!
High School Fairs (in chronological order)
North: Saturday, October 2 from 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
South 1: Wednesday, October 6 from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m.
Central: Saturday, October 9 from 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
South 2: Saturday, October 16 from 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
California Community College Fairs (in chronological order)
North: Tuesday, October 12 from noon - 2:30 p.m.
All (evening): Wednesday, October 13 from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m.
South: Thursday, October 14 from noon - 2:30 p.m.
Scholarship Opportunity!
Fall 2022 Admissions Update from UC
SCOIR: Our new college & career platform
Visit UC campuses virtually
Campuses offer a range of virtual tours for students and families to explore. Options may include a personalized experience, housing tours, guided student tours, and/or student panels.
College Entrance Exam Information
Have you checked out the College Entrance Exam page on our Counseling website? Please click here to learn more about the SAT and ACT exams.
For the latest updates on ACT exam registration and information, please visit the ACT website.
Many colleges are reviewing their admissions policies in regards to college admissions exams due to COVID-19. Please check each college's website for the most-up-to-date information. For a list of colleges that are test optional, please click here.
Career Technical Education
CTE focuses on the changing workplace that demands high levels of academic and applied knowledge and skill. Look out for more information to come! Click the image below for more information.
Looking for Scholarship Information, Enrichment Programs or Job Opportunities?
Check out our Scholarship Information and Enrichment Programs & Internships newsletters on the Westview Counseling website. These newsletters are updated frequently throughout the year. Check back often for updates!
Mental Health & Wellness Resources
More Ways To Stay Connected
Check out the following Instagram pages below for information and updates.
Another way to stay connected is to download the Westview App! You will have access to your grades, school schedule, student handbook and a list of events. Also, check out our Instagram pages at the bottom of this newsletter!
Class of 2021
Class of 2022
Class of 2023
You can also stay up to 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
Phone: (858) 780-2000