October 2026 Career Center Update

Posted Date: 10/01/26 (03:00 PM)

Headline Banner with Mrs. O's photo and the words Career Center Update Oct. 2026

Picture of the Career Center, Room 208 and information on what is available to you there.

Welcome to YOUR Career Center!

Students are encouraged to drop in to the Career Center [Room 208] before school, at break, at lunch, or after school until 4 p.m. [Mondays and Fridays -- let me know in advance that you are coming!]

You can also make an appointment with me to discuss college planning, career assessments, resume help, and so much more.

The updated Career Center website shows what's new in college presentations, scholarships, and more. It is a work in progress, so check it out as it is updated regularly!

Higher Ed Thursday

Students & Staff:

Join me most weeks in wearing college, military, or trade school gear for Higher Ed Thursdays!

Remember that Dress Up Weeks [e.g. Homecoming] override Higher Ed Thursday.

Hoodie with the word "College" emblazoned across it

College Happenings

Financial Aid Season is Here!

October means it is time to fill out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid [FAFSA] or the California Dream Act [CADAA]. The California Student Aid Commission is offering a VIRTUAL Statewide Financial Aid 101 Workshop via ZOOM. 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM on Thursday, October 8th.

To participate you must register HERE with CSAC, and ALSO register on ZOOM here.

Can't make it? CASH FOR COLLEGE workshops are happening around the Central Coast! Check out any location!

AGHS will host its own Cash for College Workshop on Monday, Oct. 19th in the Library. Drop in between 4 and 6:30 p.m. for FREE bilingual assistance.

Updated Scholarships Web Page

Seniors should bookmark the AGHS Scholarships Page. It is updated weekly with local and state scholarships as they roll in! Scholarship season kicks off in earnest around January -- and vocational careers and trade schools also have scholarship opportunities!

REMINDER: Elks Most Valuable Student national scholarship competition deadline is Nov. 12.

Elks Teen of the Month scholarship happens each month! Visit the website to download the fillable application!

You only need to apply ONCE, and any applications not selected will roll over to the next month. See Mrs. O with questions.

PIQ Workshop October 9th

Seniors applying to UC campuses for Fall:

Mrs. O will offer a PIQ Workshop on Friday, Oct. 9. This is information taken directly from the UC Counselor Conference and years of practical experience!

Choose 2nd, 3rd, 5th, or 6th periods.

Sign up in advance and be sure to clear it with your teacher. You are responsible for making up all missed work.

Can't make it? UC campuses offer their own workshops! Check out

UC Davis, UC Irvine, UC Santa Cruz, or the general Personal Insight Questions page for the University of California.

College Presentations on the AGHS Campus

College application season is in full swing! Students interested in learning more about colleges, universities, and special programs should check out the SIGN UP FORM!

Coming up we have visits planned with:

UC Irvine on October 12
Univ of Southern California on Oct. 14
University of Chicago on Oct. 19
Pomona College on Oct 21
University of Redlands on Oct. 23
UC San Diego on Oct. 26
Cal State Chico on Oct. 26
CSU Channel Islands on Oct. 27

....and so many more!!

Thrive Scholars Opportunity for Juniors

Thrive Scholars is a free, six-year program that supports high-achieving, low-income and/or first-generation students from their junior year of high school through college graduation and into meaningful careers.

Through academic preparation, personalized coaching, career development, and lifelong mentorship, Scholars gain the tools, skills and confidence to reach their full potential.

Requirements: current high school junior with a minimum, unweighted GPA of 3.6 and a minimum household income that does not exceed $125,000 annually.

For more information or to apply, visit https://thrivescholars.org/scholars/program/.

NROTC Scholarship Opportunity

Interested in serving your country and getting college fully paid? High performing, physically fit seniors are invited to apply for the Marine Option Naval Reserve Officer Training Corps (NROTC) Scholarship.

Apply online and start an application directly at: https://www.netc.navy.mil/NSTC/NROTC/Apply or connect with Sgt. Andersen, Beau.Andersen@marines.usmc.mil.

Hurry! Application deadline is October 12!

Career Happenings

Trust Automation Presentation

Trust Automation, a local San Luis Obispo defense, semiconductor, and industrial automation company, will have a presentation about its apprenticeship program for high school students in the county.

Come see what an AI-proof career looks like!

Juniors and seniors who enjoy building (think LEGOs) and have attention to detail should sign up for the presentation, happening Monday, Oct. 19 during 3rd OR 4th periods in the Career Center (Room 208). See Mrs. O or Click here to sign up.

COMMUNITY SERVICE & EVENTS

Need ideas for community service? Check out the community service page on the AGHS website to learn how to submit hours, and to see updated opportunities for earning hours.

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