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Thousand Oaks High School ~ October 21st, 2014
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Work Permit Applications are available online!
Applications are NO LONGER provided at school. Print out the work permit application online, fill out completely and return to Mrs. Peters for processing.
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1.College & Career Information
There is still time to sign up!
World Expeditions 2015 East Coast College Tour for Juniors–The tour cost will include airfare, ground transportation, breakfast and dinner (some colleges will include lunch during the tour) a customized tour handbook with college information and space for notes, a ticket to a Broadway show, security and chaperones, and travel insurance. Flyers are available in the CCC. Proposed colleges include:
Georgetown University
University of Maryland
Villanova University
Lehigh University
Columbia University
Fordham University
Yale University
Brown University
Providence College
Harvard University
Northeastern University
Boston College
*NEW* College Campus Open House or Information Sessions –
De Paul UniversityInformation Session – Monday, October 20th, 7pm at the Hilton Pasadena, 168 S. Los Robles Ave.
Chico Preview Day – Saturday, October 25th, on campus from 9:00am-3:00pm. Register at for this free event.
Georgetown University Information Session Tuesday, October 21st, 7pm at Loyola High School, Otero Lecture Hall, 1901 Venice Blvd or Thursday, October 23rd, 7pm at Flintridge Preparatory School, 4543 Crown Avenue, La Canada Flintridge. RSVP to Georgetown admissions.
Occidental College Fall Preview Days – Friday, October 3rd and Friday, November 7th on campus. 1600 Campus Road, Los Angeles. Register online.
Dominican University of California Campus Visit Days – Saturdays, September 27th, November 15th, December 13th and January 31st. To RSVP visit Dominican University.
*NEW* 2014 Aviation Career Day– Friday, November 14th at Camarillo Airport – 9:30am to 1:00pm. Did you know you can work in a great aviation-related job right here in our local community? Lear what it takes to get started in the aviation field! Talk to working professionals in aviation-related careers, including: Commercial Pilots, Airport Managers, Air Traffic Controllers, Flight Instructors, Weather Forecasters, and Aircraft Mechanics. Get up close to aircraft and equipment, and learn what it takes to get started. For more information, call 805 910-6894 or visit
*NEW* Sign up for the 2014 Aviation Career Day Field Trip! Seating is limited to 15 students! Come to the CCC to pick up your field trip permission slip right away!
*NEW* 1st Annual Micro Symposium “Unmanned Systems – Education and Future Needs” The Channel Islands Chapter of AUVSI will be holding its fir annual half day “Micro Symposium on Friday, November 7th from 2pm-6pm. This will be held at CSUCI. Register with AUVSI or see Mrs. Peters for a flyer.
*NEW* The ASVAB Career Exploration Program is coming to TOHS on Monday, November 24th. The ASVAB can help you take steps now toward finding a career that’s right for you. Register for the test and pick up a permission slip in the CCC. Seating is limited, so be sure to sign up soon!
*NEW* The Workforce Investment Board of Ventura County invites you to investigate good paying jobs and what it takes to get into health, tech-based manufacturing or green jobs. Check out Workforce Investment Board or stop in the CCC for a flyer with more information.
*NEW* Want a job with a future? Workforce Investment Board also has information on Ventura County careers and what it takes to make it happen. Visit Jobs With a Future for more information.
*NEW* College Week Live All Access Virtual College Fair October 23rd, 2014 – Check out CollegeWeekLive for access to college admissions reps, students, live chats and webinars. Create a User Name and Password and have access to information on Student-Athlete process, Career Planning, College Tests, Writing College Essays and scholarship information. On October 23rd, you will be able to connect with 150+ schools and enter for a chance at a $5,000 scholarship!
*NEW* Check out these 2 STEM Conference for Girls!
At San Bernardino Valley College November 1st – Grades 6-12. Crime Scene Investigation, Pharmacy Technology Revealed, Graphic Design and Wearable Electronics plus more! Visit STEM for more information and registration.
At California State University Long Beach November 8th – Grades 5-9. Wearable Electronics, Underwater Vehicle Design, Camus Tour, Cosmetic Chemistry and much more. Visit STEM for more information and registration.
College ROTC Scholarships – Sophomores and Juniors who are interested in ROTC scholarships for college should visit the CCC for more information on requirements and eligibility standards. It is not too early to think about ROTC College Scholarships!
Apprenticeship, Career College, Technical School or Vocational Training – If you are not planning on attending a traditional college right out of high school, consider focusing on career with a specialty college or school.
Apprenticeship – Cal Apprenticeship has information on California Apprenticeship programs.
Career College or Technical Schools – check out the US Department of Education’s website for information on choosing the best school for your career goals.
Vocational Training – Conejo Valley Adult Education, Simi Valley Adult Education, Ventura Adult and Continuing Education,orNorth Valley Occupational Center. Moorpark, Oxnard and Ventura Colleges also have career or vocational programs available in Autobody, Biotechnology, Business, Child Development, Computer Technology, Nursing, Welding and
more.
*NEW* College Visits – Colleges are already planning on visiting TOHS! This list will be updated often on Naviance and the CCC website, so check back often.
*NEW* Want more information about the CSU System? The California State University Fact Book 2014 is available online.
*NEW* Sign-up for College Visits Signing up just got easier! Students will no longer need to sign up for college visits at the CCC. You will now log into Naviance to sign up.
Sign in to Naviance
Click “Colleges” tab
Click “View All Upcoming College Visits”
Click “Sign-up”
Assumption College, MA – Wednesday, October 22nd at 10:15am
University of Chicago, IL –Wednesday, October 22nd at 1:00pm
Gonzaga University, OR – Thursday, October 23rd at 9:00am
University of Tulsa, OK – Thursday, October 23rd at 10:15am
Louisiana State University, LA – Monday, October 27th at 9am
Willamette University, OR – Tuesday, October 28th at 11:30am
Wesleyan University, CT – Wednesday, October 29th at 12:30pm
Linfield College, OR – Thursday, October 30th at 8am
Massachusetts College of Pharmacy & Health Sciences, MA – Thurs. Oct. 30 at 9am
University of Texas, Austin – Monday, November 3rd at 10:30am
Oregon State University, OR – Wednesday, November 5th at 9am
St. Mary’s of California, Moraga – Thursday, November 6th at 9:15am
Dominican University of California, San Rafael – Thursday, November 6th at 11:10am
Bryant University, RI – Thursday, November 13th at 9:00am
*Please remember to remove your name if you cannot attend!*
2.ACT/SAT/PSAT Test Schedule for 2014/15
The ACT and SAT tests are scheduled by the respective boards and not by CVUSD or TOHS. Students must register and pay for the tests online, not at TOHS. Please review the test schedules to best determine which test you should register for. Be aware of deadlines! Both ACT and SAT will charge extra for late registration.
ACT Test Schedule
SAT Test Schedule
SAT Subject Test Schedule
ACT/SATTest Preparation
*NEW* C2 Education presents College Prep Series 2014 – Westlake Village Library
College Essays – Thursday, October 23rd 4:00pm-5:00pm. Learn how to write a winning College Essay. Bring prompts from the colleges you will be applying to for tips.
ACT Practice Test – Saturday, November 1st 1:00pm-4:00pm. Take this complete ACT Practice Test to see how you score. Register by calling the library 818 865-9230.
C2 Education presents free mock testing opportunities – 3825 E TO Blvd.
Monday, October 20th at 1pm & 5pm. Saturday, October 25th at 10am. Registration is required. Please email and include student’s name, school, preferred test and a phone number.
*NEW* CVUSD Adult Education will be conducting a SAT Prep Workshop on consecutive Saturdays beginning October 25th. District teachers will cover specific strategies for math, critical reading the writing sections. Materials for independent practice will be provided. Fee is $150. Sign up online at CVAE or you may call 805 497-2761. Flyers are available in the CCC.
Kaplan Test Prep has created a personal TOHS website for information regarding classes, tutoring, opportunities at TOHS and tips for testing. Check it out!
Kaplan Test Prepexplains the changes in the 2016 SAT test.
College Board Announcements
Free SAT practice and video tutorials through Khan Academy.
Enhanced Fee-waiver Services – Registration with a fee waiver is now allowed through the late registration period.
Fee-waiver users will receive college application fee-waiver forms directly from the College Board.
3.How to Navigate from High School to College
Figuring out what college to go to, how to get there and planning out the road map to the perfect school and career is not a quick or easy process.
Check out The College App Map website, funded by Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, shows you step by step how to plan for college beginning freshman year. But what if you’re a sophomore, junior or senior? It’s still not too late. You CAN get to college!
Also, check out This is a fun website for a public television show that has been called “inspiring.” The show travels the US, listening to the life stories of famous and everyday people, how they got to where they are now. It can help students discover what career path they want to follow.
You can also check out a student recommended website to research what real students and parents are saying about colleges. Find out where students ranks colleges in academics, athletics, campus dining, housing, drug safety, transportation, weather and much more.
The Sacramento Bee published this article on choosing colleges. Personal Finance : When Choosing Colleges, How to Calculate the Money Factor.
Gap Year opportunities are another way students investigate what they want to do in life. Students with the Entrepreneurial spirit might want to investigate the Un-College program. Students can network and experience a year of self-discover, while developing their own curriculum. The program is broken up into four 3-month sessions that include internships, travel abroad, living in a Gap Year house and completing a creative project. Visit Gap Year to find out more.
4.Scholarships
Scholarship Season begins early! There are currently 3 scholarships listed in Naviance and some deadlines as early as the end of September. Scholarship information is available on Naviance. Search for scholarships and applications on the Scholarship List link under the
Colleges tab.
*NEW* Free College Financial Planning Workshop – Saturday, October 25th, 10:30am-12pm at the Grand R. Brimhall Library, 1401 E. Janss Road. Reservations are required. Call 877 914-1112.
*NEW* The Prudential Spirit of Community Award 2015 program is looking for students who have volunteered at least 50 hours over the past year. Last year, TOHS nominated three students to the state level and all were awarded the President’s Volunteer Service Award and one student additionally won a Certificate of Excellence. State winners will be awarded an all-expense paid trip to Washington, D.C.
If you have volunteered in the community, please The Prudential Spirit of Community Awards to complete an application.
Be sure to print a copy of the application and turn it in to the CCC to be eligible for local recognition and submission to the state level!
2015 Asian pacific Youth Leadership Project – The annual APULP conference provides a select group of 50 Asian and Pacific Islander seniors and juniors with a unique opportunity to gain first-hand knowledge of the legislative process, community leadership and political activism. Transportation, room and board is covered! Application deadline is November 17th, 2014. Visit APYLP for more information and applications.
Stokes Education Scholarship Program – Where Intelligence Goes to Work. Are you planning to major in computer science or computer/electrical engineering? The Stokes Program allows you to attend college full-time, then work during the summer at NSA’s main headquarters in Fort Meade, Maryland for a minimum of 12 weeks in areas that are related to your course of study.
Why is this program so exceptional? If selected, you will receive tuition and fees up to $30,000 per year, year round salary while attending college, housing and travel entitlements during summer employment, continued employment with NSA after graduation, paid time off, health and life insurance and federal retirement plans! Visit the NSA to learn more about qualifications, deadlines and how to apply.
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College Specific Scholarships
University of Chicago – No Barriers scholarship program. Apply to a highly respected college with no fee when applying for financial aid. Need based financial aid is awarded as grants, not loans.
St. Mary’s University San Antonio, Texas – Greehey Scholars Program, Bill Greehey School of Businessprovides full scholarships to qualified undergraduate students for all tuition and fees for four years, including room and board fees, as well as an allowance for books. Also provides stipends for study-abroad opportunities and funds a majority of the travel experiences within the program. Email Greehey Scholars Program Director, Mathew Joseph, Ph.D., at .
Seattle University – The Sullivan Leadership Award provides a four-year full scholarship supporting students committed to academic excellence, service and leadership, community and global engagement. Students must apply for Early Action admission. Email for more information.
Boston University Trustee Scholarship Competition – a four-year, full-tuition scholarship to BU. Deadline to apply is December 1, 2014. Visit Boston University for more information.
Ithaca College’s Martin Luther King Scholar Program –for students applying to Ithaca College. Visit myIthaca for more information and application.
California State University, Long Beach President’s Scholars Program – Full tuition and mandatory fees, paid housing on campus, book allowance and more. Apply to CSULB by Sunday, November 30th and the President’s Scholar Program by Friday, January 2, 2015
Community Scholarships
The Christermon Foundation Beverage Industry College Scholarship Program – for students who are affiliated with the California licensed beverage industry through a parent or grandparent’s current full-time employment with a company holding a valid liquor, beer or wine license. Deadline to apply is February 1st, 2015. Visit The Christermon Foundation for more information.
Ronald McDonald House Charities – U.S. Scholarship Program for graduating seniors who reside in Ventura county, are a legal U.S. resident and have a minimum 2.7 GPA. Visit Ronald McDonald House for more information and application.
AXA Achievement Scholarship – for students who have been active in the community or have overcome a personal challenge. Visit AXA-Achievement for information and application.
Veterans of Foreign Wars VFW –Voice of Democracy Scholarshipdeadline November 1st, 2014
University of Notre Dame – The Hesburgh-Yusko Scholars Programdeadline November 1st.
WACE Advancing Cooperative & Work-Integrated Education – 13th Annual National
Co-op Scholarship Program – deadline February 15th, 2015
5.Volunteer Opportunities
Stop in the CCC for an updated list of local volunteer opportunities.
*NEW* Youth Congress Leadership Program sponsored by Conejo/Las Virgenes Future Foundation is now accepting applications for the 2014/15 Leadership program. Students will learn effective leadership skills and have the chance to interact and learn from professionals in the areas of local government, law enforcement, health services, recreation, education, community services and business. The deadline to apply is Monday, October 27th. Apply online at Youth Leadership Application.
*UPDATED* Atria Hillcrest Senior Living needs volunteers to help with Arts & Crafts, assist residents with computers, cell phones, Kindles, iPads, etc, assist with activities and games (Bingo Caller?) or general help in the Activities Offices.
Contact Shelley Engle at 805 373-0606 or for more information. Mrs. Engle would be glad to sign off on any Community Service paperwork you have.
Park Oaks Outreach Center needs volunteers every Wednesday and Thursday evenings to help students K-2 with homework. Please contact Ana Alvarez for more information and training dates.
Los Cerritos MS needs volunteers to help tutor students in Math every Tuesday from 2pm to 3:10pm. Contact Mrs. LaRue, assistant principal, at 805 492-3538.
Colina MS is also looking for student tutors for the SMART – Student Mentoring and Real Tutoring program. Stop by the CCC to pick up an application.
6.Job Opportunities
Work Permits are required for paid employment for all students under the age of 18. Applications are now available online. Please turn in completed forms to Mrs. Peters in the CCC and allow 24 hours for processing and approval from the Dean of Attendance.
ALL WORK PERMITS ISSUED LAST SCHOOL YEAR OR OVER THE SUMMER EXPIRE ON SEPTEMBER 12TH, 2014. You will need a new work permit for this school year.
Remember...you need a Work Permit if:
You are under the age of 18
You are working
You may inquire about Work Permits at the Reception desk when the CCC is closed.
Technical help needed for elderly woman with a new iPhone! This would be a short term job instructing her on the use of an iPhone and Samsung tablet. Please see Mrs. Peters for more information.
Personal Assistant needed for Law Offices of Heywood Friedman in WLV. Candidates must be highly organized and able to help with scheduling, correspondence, arranging reservations, travel bookings, event planning and secretarial responsibilities. Please call Brooke at 818 707-1488 or stop by the CCC to view the job posting.
In-N-Out Burger is hiring for the new location in Westlake Village. You may apply online at Flyers are also available in the CCC.