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College and Career Readiness

College, Career and Financial Aid Counseling

 

Check out Applying to College for info on the college application process -- including transcripts, rec letters and more! View scholarship opportunities and links on the left menu for helpful resources.

Jobs, Internships & Volunteer Opportunities

View the Districtwide Career & Job Opportunities slide deck.

Questions? Contact Mr. Jerel Reyes, Career Coordinator, at jreyes@smuhsd.org
 
 
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College Opportunities

2025-2026 FAFSA

The 2025-2026 FAFSA is now open! Be prepared to sign up for Financial Aid with Coach Lo in the Career Center! 
 

Dual Enrollment

Interested in Dual Enrollment at CSM? CSM Dual Enrollment specialist, David Corona-Amezcua, will be hosting a dual enrollment zoom office hours today from 4:30pm-5:30pm. This zoom meeting is another opportunity for students and/or parents/guardians to ask any questions about Dual Enrollment 

Join the Zoom Meeting

  • Meeting ID: 848 0014 6572
  • Passcode: 057737


December 13 SF State Representative Visit

Applied to SF State during the CSU process? A college rep from San Francisco State University on December 13th at 9am to describe what life is like as a student at SF State. Please see Coach Lo in the student center for an in house field trip form.
 



Career Opportunities


Trades Introduction Program (TIPS) Orientation is Saturday, December 7

Interested in working in the Trades? The Trades Introduction Program Orientation is Saturday, December 7 at 9 a.m. 

Are you interested in a career in construction but unsure which craft to pursue or where to begin? The San Mateo County Trades Introduction Program (TIP) can help! The San Mateo County Union Community Alliance and Local Apprenticeship Programs offer a certificated, Apprenticeship-Readiness Training course that prepares trainees to enter a green construction career ladder through state certified joint apprenticeship training programs.

The program lasts approximately 20 weeks, with classes twice a week from 6-9pm. We are currently recruiting for our February 2024 cohort, and have an orientation coming up Saturday, December 7 at 9am. Orientation attendance is mandatory for anyone wishing to apply for TIP.  

Apply 
 

KP Launch Paid Internship

Are you interested in a Health Career? Apply for KP Launch High School PAID Internship! Kaiser Permanente offers unique and dynamic health care internship programs that provide practical job skills and experiences. The goal is to bring students into the KP LAUNCH program for exposure to various business and healthcare careers. Must be 16 years old to apply

Deadline to apply is January 2.



Career Opportunities


Foot Locker: Tanforan - Hillsdale - Hillsdale (Kid's Foot Locker
DSW Shoes: Hillsdale 
Firewings: San Mateo 
Cinemark: San Mateo - Tanforan - Daly City - Redwood City

Contacts

Lorenzo Hockaday
College, Career & Financial Aid Advisor
lhockaday@smuhsd.org

Appointment Link: https://bit.ly/4hl8vlg

 

Jerel Reyes
Career Coordinator
jreyes@smuhsd.org

Appointment Link: https://bit.ly/4fbMQd7

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Instant Decision Day - Washington State University

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Join Washington State University on Wednesday, December 4 for Instant Decision Day! 

***This event will be held at Capuchino High School in their College and Career Center and it is open to ALL 12th graders in the District.**** 

This event is for 12th graders with an unweighted 3.0 cumulative GPA or higher. If you're not sure of your GPA, check with your college and career office. 12th graders may apply on-site and receive an admission decision on the spot! 

Students must register prior to the event to be eligible for an instant decision. 

Registration closes November 27 at noon.  

Career Guide

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Explore Career Paths Right Here in San Mateo County!

View the SMUHSD Career Guide.

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