[BHS Etree] Weekly College & Career Newsletter-April 21st

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Hi BHS families,

The CCC is open and welcomes students with the usual hours: every day 8am-4pm (closed 4th period).

Check out our CCC calendar <https://bhs.berkeleyschools.net/resources/college-career-center/calendar/> for all events in the College and Career Center.

2023 First Step Award Application <https://forms.gle/co11vhjD5Afw6Lyu9>: If your  FAFSA Estimated Family Contribution (EFC) for college is determined to be $1,000 or less, complete this form! 
Berkeley High School Development Group will award you with $750 and you can pick up the check the following Monday here in the CCC.


Is your child looking to have an enriching experience this summer? Check out our list of Summer Academic Programs <https://docs.google.com/document/d/1MxvJdkCBTsE6TmPCMnRHRSbFDYX9ljquGamvvUETfvI/edit?usp=sharing> and Summer Travel Programs <https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Ajy9INtDoKNr8Ghu1tmLzhCXKV05t-qfBdPag2o-SBk/edit?usp=sharing> and don’t forget to apply to scholarships if your family has financial needs. 

Please don’t miss the Internship Opportunities for Students <https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1VkuBFn3UJA112OQmgtkQvGQO3sXS21FfPHVFZQkj0p4/edit?usp=sharing> and also take a look at our list of Jobs <https://docs.google.com/document/d/1gj5xPQsKW8t0DRpzZ_PYQhrTIk_sjEnzsrgEZPjqac0/edit?usp=sharing> and Volunteer Opportunities for Teens <https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1H7p1dXYG1BX4KQRepDOKtRt1YORZn2R6loauEThlpws/edit?usp=sharing>!

Note that all of these are living documents, always updated, so check them out often!

A preview of what’s happening in the next week:

Save the date!


April 25th & 26th, in the CCC at 2:30pm-3:30pm
Berkeley Community College registration!
For more information: Berkeley City College <https://www.berkeleycitycollege.edu/>
April 27th, in the CCC during 6th period
April 28th, in the CCC during 1th period
Reading your financial aid letter
Before you commit, come to this workshop from your College Counselors!

May 1st, in the courtyard during lunch
Decision day celebration, "I SIR'd!"
You need to commit by the end of the day even if you hope to come out of the waiting list for your top choice college. If you have any doubts, come to see your College counselor in the CCC before May 1st!


Here some other useful information out of the CCC for Junior Families:
          
In case you missed the Junior Family College night, here are the links to watch the recording and to the slideshow:  

Recording 01/31 <https://drive.google.com/file/d/1HMqcKVVRbVRVCgxvxiwz99kXZO0J5MoE/view?usp=sharing>                                Presentation slides <https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1-XB-Mb9sEXPtG0stzp532NFolniTKgW-mr_R8XnGVug/edit?usp=sharing>        

Q/A Zoom Chat - 11th Grade Parent/Guardian Night 2023 <https://docs.google.com/document/d/1LPCNyrJuLm-Y2T-I0M6MLBXG-tY3oe1tSocjNd8VUWo/edit?usp=sharing>

Recording 2/07 (Spanish) <https://drive.google.com/file/d/1HmFXqEL4y4Cvnmqd9dYteZhdzEYzQnNP/view?usp=sharing>              Presentation Slides (Spanish) <https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/10JLfEbw63CpaiI3kcH1t79t1vCT3e7ACJbyfED6LOf8/edit?usp=sharing>

Resources and Scholarships: 

Summer at UMass <https://www.umass.edu/juniperyoungwriters/juniper-programs>: During this intensive week, passionate young writers come together in community with like-minded peers and our faculty of working writers, all current students in the UMass MFA program, to explore, play, create, question, celebrate, attempt, struggle, and share their voices. Juniper Institute for Young Writers <https://www.umass.edu/juniperyoungwriters/summer-umass> in person July 23-29, 2023 and Juniper Young Writers <https://www.umass.edu/juniperyoungwriters/online-programs> online  July 17-21, 2023. Final application deadline: rolling or until the programs fill. Financial aid available.
iCLEM <https://www.jbei.org/education/research-experiences/iclem-program/>: The Introductory College Level Experience in Microbiology (iCLEM) is a paid summer science intensive for economically disadvantaged high school sophomores and juniors. The program seeks to broaden students’ understanding of biotechnology, microbiology, and biofuels. In addition to completing a research project, the program also exposes students to career exploration and preparation for the college application process. Check the website <https://www.jbei.org/education/research-experiences/iclem-program/> for requirements. For more info: sharmon at lbl.gov <mailto:sharmon at lbl.gov>. Apply here <https://lbl.referrals.selectminds.com/recruited/jobs/iclem-student-intern-5573>.

Boston University Summer Journalism Academy (BUSJ) <http://click.e.bu.edu/?qs=e685dfac1cca8559c6ed87cf1ec65d1483373c1f3911654627922366979a7e59068225beda62a4bfeca0211ec3dd34d14133a32354b8147d19b6476bfa0028b5>: Boston University presents a hands-on experience for high school students interested in journalism, writing or photography. The Summer Journalism Academy at Boston University gives high school students the opportunity to expand their skills and prepare for college, either through a residential experience on campus or through remote instruction from home. Apply here <https://combeyond.bu.edu/product/summer-journalism-academy-2023-application/> by May 5th, 2023.

Girls on the run <https://www.gotrbayarea.org/>: Girls on the Run has fun, evidence-based programs that inspire all girls to build their confidence, kindness and decision making skills. Are you between 16-18 years old and interested in coaching? GotR coaches are trained volunteers who lead a team of participants through a season of powerful and fun lessons. You do not need to be a runner; you simply need to have a desire to support and encourage the next generation. Spring and Fall sessions, apply here <https://www.gotrbayarea.org/coach>.

 ACT-SO <https://naacp.org/our-work/youth-programs/act-so-achievement-program>: The Afro-Academic, Cultural, Technological, and Scientific Olympics, the NAACP's signature youth development program is world-renowned and open to students of African descent. High school students compete in local events for awards and scholarships across 32 categories <https://naacp.org/our-work/youth-programs/act-so-achievement-program/student-interest-areas> in STEM, Performing Arts, Humanities, Culinary, Business, and Visual Arts.  Join the Oakland Imani Youth Council (Unit 1723 B) <https://naacp.org/join-naacp/become-member> and contact one of the Oakland NAACP Coordinators.


Here some other useful information out of the CCC for Senior Families:

Your student has applied to college! What should they be doing now?
Signing up for campus portals as necessary (information shared in their email). Save usernames and passwords and check the portal regularly.
Make sure you’ve completed FAFSA or CADAA and maybe CSS Profile (private schools) to keep your financing options open. If you don’t want to complete the FAFSA please fill out this Opt out Form <https://docs.google.com/document/d/1o5bz1nGD-yW5vzGGSoszwm3mCGdbRtthHTaQOyAjYmg/edit?usp=sharing> and bring it to the CCC or scan and email it to erikapistoni at berkeley.net <mailto:erikapistoni at berkeley.net>. Every senior needs to either complete the Fafsa application or the Opt out form before graduation.
Keep working hard in school. Students are conditionally accepted and are expected to maintain the same kinds of grades they applied with.
Keep track of any changes since applying - good and bad - as they will likely want to share that with schools if prompted or waitlisted.


In case you missed the Senior Financial Aid night here’s the link to the recording: 
           Financial Aid 9/29 <https://drive.google.com/file/d/1BOpRCObVKEDLRMaEsxydsrurcxT5KTIf/view?usp=sharing>                Slides <https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/13JKddej1fuEQPkKalmAGv4fxx2MGJQ_YW6LRCp0FIEE/edit?usp=sharing>

Here are the links to watch the Family College night presentations:  
           9/08 Recording (English) <https://drive.google.com/file/d/1B45e9M4yqtZLKWo7FEVGvFZ5l-NClLVj/view?usp=sharing>     9/20 Recording (Spanish) <https://drive.google.com/file/d/1B6g-Hjx-_ZYzeixRJMcG-MW4bBGz5isC/view?usp=sharing>

Here is a monthly spreadsheet of scholarships.  Scholarships 2022-2023 <https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1gY3jeHg3G4ONMB9UJHwrHMo4t8dH_b4O6x80Skcj5xw/edit#gid=890463532>(See websites for eligibility, applications, and deadlines).

Fall College visits season has ended but here’s the complete list of all the  schools that came to visit us: College visits <https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/14gSd5Xby4uVMOcqtMwXpz2Tw7jo-emTtZzI23gbZ_Ls/edit#gid=0>. The spreadsheet includes some digital brochures and the contact information for the Reps who came visiting us.


Resources, Featured Scholarships and College Information Sessions:

Don’t forget to check our constantly updated Scholarships list <https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1gY3jeHg3G4ONMB9UJHwrHMo4t8dH_b4O6x80Skcj5xw/edit?usp=sharing>, there’s always something new!


ECMC The  Place–April resources <https://ecmcstudentsuccess.my.salesforce.com/sfc/p/#5f000002Zfmo/a/8X000001UQQp/Jnyqzm4mAn5Vvd7qXt7K3f90eTUq0Ww0aEHYcE1jgkY>:  To help support students The College Place is offering April workshops with a focus on seniors, but all students are welcome. More info on their Flyer <https://bit.ly/3lS5TDv>. Workshop recordings <https://ecmc.zoom.us/j/98714125032>.

Maker Launchpad <https://jacobsinstitute.berkeley.edu/the-maker-launchpad/>: Expand your design and prototyping skills this summer at UC Berkeley’s Maker Launchpad <https://berkeley-dot-yamm-track.appspot.com/285cJoyanPZGX_ABHWwMuG9sZ1-BFT709LZYLaKkv33JKRk-VhwHwey_xDRo9UHApfDpArRKtMhVjllbSQ6voqH_1Jjw48MTqG_dqPE5dvj3AO1lXoD9we4NeSLIJPcQjYrefWPXYLjU13lxlDdQPCbr1rBa2An2rfl199FBT5OZ-0yRfcfy1JG4ufSKKD5JYjg_QxcdcfvpQF8wp>, a six-week intensive in design methodologies and prototyping skills offered by the College of Engineering and the Jacobs Institute for Design Innovation. The program welcomes all students regardless of their background in engineering, and emphasizes design methodologies and the required prototyping skills to bring projects to reality. Specifically for Seniors. RSVP to ATTEND the Info Session <https://berkeley.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJMsceysqz0qE9WOohSKNHNAuPHp9A2I8TZQ?_x_zm_rtaid=8GshD3xcQrO2UugyE8_URQ.1681415046817.c437c9d820bc77a8c90be30876a22ca0&_x_zm_rhtaid=860> on April 24th, 4-5 PM PT.


Degree Choices: <https://www.degreechoices.com/> Degree Choices is a team of education researchers working together to provide valuable insight into degrees and the degrees offered at higher education institutions. 


For everyone:

Career Launch <https://www.careerlaunch.academy/homepage>: this is a free 4 week, virtual, summer enrichment program. The deadline to register is Friday, April 21st and the program begins on May 1st.
You’lll be expected to spend approximately two hours per week participating this program, where you will:
· learn how to explore career fields, industries, and job types
· improve your professional communication skills and self-confidence related to
career development. Register here <https://career-launch.typeform.com/acoe-spring23>: Space is limited so register as soon as possible. First come, first serve.

P-CREW Youth Corps <https://pcrew.sierrainstitute.us/apply/>: The Sierra Institute for Community and Environment, located in Taylorsville, CA, is hiring for our summer youth corps program. Plumas, Conservation, Restoration, and Education in Watersheds (“P-CREW”) is a 5-week summer job for 10th - 12th graders (16-18 year olds) reducing hazardous fuels, maintaining trails, removing invasive species, and restoring meadows in the northern Sierra Nevada. Participants can earn $2,100.

Overnight Camps Jobs <https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/jobs/seasonal-recreation-jobs>: The City of Berkeley is looking to hire applicants for Overnight Camps (Berkeley Tuolumne Camp and Berkeley Echo Lake Camp). Applicants must be 16+ and willing to create a valuable and equitable camp experience. Send your application directly to Berkeley’s Camps email: Camps at cityofberkeley.info <mailto:Camps at cityofberkeley.info> or contact DC Pompey (DPompey at cityofberkeley.info <mailto:DPompey at cityofberkeley.info>) if you have any questions!

Rising Sun <https://risingsunopp.org/>: Rising Sun Opportunity Build is a free, 10 weeks job readiness program that prepares you for apprenticeship and employment in the building trades. Training is unpaid but students can earn up to $500 as a training stipend based on attendance and performance. For more info: jeffreys at risingsunopp.org <mailto:jeffreys at risingsunopp.org>
ABC NorCal <https://www.abcnorcal.org/education-training/apprenticeship/>: Thinking about a career in construction? ABC NOrCal offers apprenticeship programs in five trades: carpentry, construction craft laborer, electrical, painting and plumbing. Paid on-the-job training and health benefits. Contact the team: apprenticeship at abcnorcal.org <mailto:apprenticeship at abcnorcal.org>
PracticalNursing <https://www.practicalnursing.org/>: They advocate for future nurses and work to strengthen the practical and vocational nursing community. As part of their mission, they provide online career information for students interested in entering the nursing profession.  

USNA Admissions <https://www.pqe.io/accounts/vohyld.html?back=UnitedStatesNavalAcademyPrivate&account=UnitedStatesNavalAcademy#/PUSNAAdmissions>: If the United States Naval Academy is your college of choice don’t miss their informational presentations available for you on demand on their website. For more information, please email Leigh McNeil at lmcneil at usna.edu <mailto:lmcneil at usna.edu>

Grief group

As a way to support our student community, the BHS counselors have partnered with Sutter Health Bereavement Counselors who will be coming to campus and offering a support group that is focused on coping with grief.
The group will be meeting on Mondays at 9am in D-218 for the entire school year.
If you have any questions, please contact  aliettiortegamendoza at berkeley.net <mailto:aliettiortegamendoza at berkeley.net>.


Have a great weekend,
Ms Pistoni


Link to the CCC Calendar <https://bhs.berkeleyschools.net/resources/college-career-center/college-and-career-center-calendar/>
Link to CCC Website: College and Career page <https://bhs.berkeleyschools.net/resources/college-career-center/>
Link to the BHS Counseling Instagram <https://www.instagram.com/berkeleyhighcounseling/?hl=en>

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