Pathways to Success

Asian Resources Internship Orientation
2019-04-13 11:00 - 12:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | ARI Community Services, 5100 El Paraiso Avenue, Sacramento, CA, 95824, United States
Asian Resources is offering paid summer internships for youth ages 16-24. You need to attend one of their orientations in order to get an application. The orientation dates are April 13 and April 27 from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon. Orientations are held at ARI Community Services, 5100 El Paraiso Ave., Sacramento, 95824. RSVP by emailing youthprogram@asianresources.org or calling 916-324-6202.

COHS: Testing and Essays
2019-04-10 18:30 - 20:00 | Cosumnes Oaks High School, 8350 Lotz Parkway, Elk Grove, CA, 95757, United States
Join us in the COHS MP Room, where we’ll discuss how to prepare for and when to take the PSAT, SAT, and ACT tests. We’ll also outline how to write amazing college admission and scholarship essays, including tips about writing exercises and the do’s and don’ts of essay writing.

Florin HS: Writing Stellar College & Scholarship Essays
2019-04-09 18:00 - 19:00 | Florin High School, 7956 Cottonwood Lane, Sacramento, CA, 95828, United States
Join us in the Florin HS Library, where we’ll do a deep dive into how to write amazing college admission and scholarship essays.

Bay Area National College Fair
2019-04-06 13:30 - 16:30 | Santa Clara Convention Center, 5001 Great American Parkway, Santa Clara, CA, 95054, United States
Register here: https://www.nacacfairs.org/attend/national-college-fairs/san-francisco/

College: Making it Happen
2019-04-06 08:00 - 14:00 | Sacramento State College, 6000 J Street, Sacramento, 95819, United States
“College: Making It Happen” is intended primarily for 6th through 9th grade students and their families, and provides practical and easy-to-understand information on how to prepare academically and financially for college. It promotes academic achievement and accessibility, educational planning, and parental involvement. This event reaffirms the message that college preparation begins many years before the final year in high school, and that college planning is a family affair.
Space is limited. You must register online if you plan to attend. Registration will close when the event is full.
Here’s the link to the registration form: https://www.csus.edu/cmih/registration/parent.html

MTHS: Writing Stellar College & Scholarship Essays
2019-04-04 18:30 - 19:30 | Monterey Trail High School, 8661 Power Inn Road, Elk Grove, CA, 95624, United States
Join us in the MTHS Career Center, where we’ll do a deep dive into how to write amazing college admission and scholarship essays.

EGHS: Writing Stellar College & Scholarship Essays
2019-04-03 18:30 - 19:30 | Elk Grove High School, 9800 Elk Grove Florin Road, Elk Grove, CA, 95624, United States
Join us in the EGHS Library, where we’ll do a deep dive into how to write amazing college admission and scholarship essays.

LCHS: Writing Stellar College & Scholarship Essays
2019-04-02 18:30 - 19:30 | Laguna Creek High School, 9050 Vicino Drive, Elk Grove, CA, 95758, United States
Join us in the LCHS Career Center, where we’ll do a deep dive into how to write amazing college admission and scholarship essays.

Calvine, Rio Cazadero, Las Flores, Daylor
2019-03-27 11:30 - 13:00 | Las Flores High School, 5900 Bamford Drive, Sacramento, CA, 95823, United States
Join us in Las Flores High School Room #10, where we’ll discuss the Pathways toolkit, using CaliforniaColleges.edu as your online resource, how to build your resume, and interviewing tips and tricks. We’ll also review talk about finding scholarships and other free money for college and career technical education.
Open to families at all EGUSD Alternative Ed schools.
Lunch will be provided. Registration is required. To register, email cfarwell@egusd.net.

Pathways to Success: Mock Interviews
2019-03-19 18:30 - 20:00 | Laguna Creek High School, 9050 Vicino Drive, Elk Grove, CA, 95758, United States
On March 19, we’ll hold special mock interview sessions for interested students. These short interviews will give students the opportunity to practice their interviewing skills and receive feedback about their interviews. They’ll also be able to provide other students with feedback.
The mock interviews will be held at Laguna Creek High School’s Career Center, from 6:30 – 8:00 p.m.
Because space is limited, students who wish to have a mock interview need to pre-register. (Parents are welcome to attend, but don’t need to register.)
Students can register for the March 19 event here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/march-pathways-to-success-mock-interviews-tickets-51169977781

Alpha Academy
2019-03-16 10:00 - 13:00, 2019-02-16 10:00 - 13:00, 2019-01-19 10:00 - 13:00 | Cosumnes River College, 8401 Center Parkway, Sacramento, CA, 95823, United States
The Alpha Academy is dedicated to mentoring the young Black men of the Sacramento area. The Academy meets from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. on the third Saturday of the month from September to May at the Cosumnes River College Library in Room L-111. Here’s what the Alpha Academy covers:
Social Development
The Alpha Academy curriculum tackles key issues impacting young Black men. Sessions address parent relationships, bullying, and other social influences. Participants are challenged to develop strong communication skills that lead to healthier relationships with family and friends.
Personal Development
Participants are empowered through discussions on male responsibility, etiquette, proper attire, life readiness, goal-setting, and literacy.
Academic Development
Participants are empowered to succeed academically. Sessions highlight strategies to improve the life trajectory of students through education. The goal is to thoughtfully prepare participants for higher education and beyond.
Parent Support
The Parent Support group provides seminars that are designed to promote parenting skills, which are essential in helping close the academic achievement gap for students of color. The support program is a collective endeavor of parents, educators, and human service professionals.
Question? Contact education@alpha-zbl.org.

COHS: Navigating College Apps
2019-03-13 18:30 - 20:00 | Cosumnes Oaks High School, 8350 Lotz Parkway, Elk Grove, CA, 95757, United States
Join us in the COHS MP Room, where we’ll discuss how to navigate the five different types of four-year college applications, and how to understand different admission deadlines and decisions.

Florin HS: Interviewing Skills
2019-03-12 18:00 - 19:00 | Florin High School, 7956 Cottonwood Lane, Sacramento, CA, 95828, United States
Join us in the Florin HS Library, where we’ll discuss interviewing. Interviewing skills are crucial no matter which path you take after school. This month, we’ll share interviewing tips and tricks that will make you stand out from the crowd.

Sacramento County Career Fair
2019-03-09 10:00 - 14:00 | County Career Fair, 2860 Gateway Oaks Drive, Sacramento, CA, 95823, United States
Sacramento County is the third largest employer in the region with more than 12,000 people working across more than 30 departments and offices in fields such as technology, health care, finance, waste management, social services, law enforcement, parks, and voter registration.
The Sacramento County Career Fair will be held on Saturday, March 9, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., at 2860 Gateway Oaks Drive, Sacramento, 95823. You can meet with department representatives to get your questions answered and get details unique to the departments, such as available positions, locations, and day-to-day work activities. There will be workshops on how to navigate the application and exam process, and you can apply for jobs using the onsite computer lab.
To register for the Career Fair, visit: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2019-sacramento-county-career-fair-registration-54871335642

MTHS: Interviewing Skills
2019-03-07 18:30 - 19:30 | Monterey Trail High School, 8661 Power Inn Road, Elk Grove, CA, 95624, United States
Join us in the MTHS Career Center, where we’ll discuss interviewing. Interviewing skills are crucial no matter which path you take after school. This month, we’ll share interviewing tips and tricks that will make you stand out from the crowd.

EGHS: Interviewing Skills
2019-03-06 18:30 - 19:30 | Elk Grove High School, 9800 Elk Grove Florin Road, Elk Grove, CA, 95624, United States
Join us in the EGHS Library, where we’ll discuss interviewing. Interviewing skills are crucial no matter which path you take after school. This month, we’ll share interviewing tips and tricks that will make you stand out from the crowd.

Youth Mental Health First Aid Community Training
2019-03-06 08:00 - 17:00 | John Ehrhardt Elementary School, 8900 Old Creek Drive, Elk Grove, CA, 95758, United States
Elk Grove Unified School District is hosting a Youth Mental Health First Aid training for interested community members.
Youth Mental Health First Aid is an eight-hour public education program that introduces participants to the unique risk factors and warning signs of mental health problems in adolescents, builds understanding of the importance of early intervention, and most importantly teaches individuals how to help a youth in crisis or one experiencing a mental health or substance use challenge.
Mental Health First Aid uses role-playing and simulations to demonstrate how to assess a mental health crisis; select interventions and provide initial help; and connect young people to professional, peer, social, and self-help care.
The training is FREE and available to any community member interacting with Elk Grove youth.
Participants must complete all 8 hours of training to receive their three-year certification.
To register, visit: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/youth-mental-health-first-aid-community-training-tickets-53366091416

LCHS: Interviewing Skills
2019-03-05 18:30 - 19:30 | Laguna Creek High School, 9050 Vicino Drive, Elk Grove, CA, 95758, United States
Join us in the LCHS Career Center, where we’ll discuss interviewing. Interviewing skills are crucial no matter which path you take after school. This month, we’ll share interviewing tips and tricks that will make you stand out from the crowd.

Pathways to Success: Mock Interviews
2019-02-19 18:30 - 20:00 | Laguna Creek High School, 9050 Vicino Drive, Elk Grove, CA, 95758, United States
On February 19 and March 19, we’ll hold special mock interview sessions for interested students. These short interviews will give students the opportunity to practice their interviewing skills and receive feedback about their interviews. They’ll also be able to provide other students with feedback.
The mock interviews will be held at Laguna Creek High School’s Career Center, from 6:30 – 8:00 p.m. on Tuesday, February 19, and Tuesday, March 19.
Because space is limited, students who wish to have a mock interview need to pre-register. (Parents are welcome to attend, but don’t need to register.)
Students can register for the February 19 event here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/february-pathways-to-success-mock-interviews-tickets-51169627734
Students can register for the March 19 event here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/march-pathways-to-success-mock-interviews-tickets-51169977781

Florin HS: Military, Careers, Apprenticeships
2019-02-12 18:00 - 19:00 | Florin High School, 7956 Cottonwood Lane, Sacramento, CA, 95828, United States
Join us in the Florin HS Library, where we’ll discuss several topics, including military enlistment, ROTC military academies, law enforcement, firefighting, construction, and other specific careers. There are many options after high school. What’s the right fit for you?

MTHS: Military, Careers, Apprenticeships
2019-02-07 18:30 - 19:30 | Monterey Trail High School, 8661 Power Inn Road, Elk Grove, CA, 95624, United States
Join us in the MTHS Career Center, where we’ll discuss several topics, including military enlistment, ROTC military academies, law enforcement, firefighting, construction, and other specific careers. There are many options after high school. What’s the right fit for you?

EGHS: Military, Careers, Apprenticeships
2019-02-06 18:30 - 19:30 | Elk Grove High School, 9800 Elk Grove Florin Road, Elk Grove, CA, 95624, United States
Join us in the EGHS Library, where we’ll discuss several topics, including military enlistment, ROTC military academies, law enforcement, firefighting, construction, and other specific careers. There are many options after high school. What’s the right fit for you?

LCHS: Military, Careers, Apprenticeships
2019-02-05 18:30 - 19:30 | Laguna Creek High School, 9050 Vicino Drive, Elk Grove, CA, 95758, United States
Join us in the LCHS Career Center, where we’ll discuss several topics, including military enlistment, ROTC military academies, law enforcement, firefighting, construction, and other specific careers. There are many options after high school. What’s the right fit for you?

Steps to College Bilingual College Fair / Pasos a la Universidad
2019-02-02 10:00 - 15:30 | Consulate General of Mexico, 2093 Arena Blvd., Sacramento, CA, United States
Desplácese hacia abajo para español
The Consulate General of Mexico is hosting the Steps to College bilingual college fair on Saturday, February 2, from 10:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at 2093 Arena Blvd., Sacramento.
According to the even website (http://stepstocollegesac.org/):
The fair is a joint project of the Consulate General of Mexico in Sacramento, the California Student Aid Commission, Cien Amigos advocacy group, and the Mexican Cultural Center of Northern California, as well as public and private institutions.
Representatives from distinguished colleges and universities from California and Mexico, as well as State of California higher education experts, and nonprofit higher education organizations and advocates work together each year to help students navigate the college experience and learn about their finance options for higher education.
The fair is designed to help all families and students navigate a successful path to college.
Education is the most important tool for personal development and success, as well as an engine for the continued progress of California.
Pre-register for the event here: http://stepstocollegesac.org/
El Consulado General de México está organizando la feria bilingüe de la universidad Steps to College el sábado 2 de febrero, de 10:00 a.m. a 3:30 p.m. en 2093 Arena Blvd., Sacramento.
Es un proyecto conjunto del Consulado General de México en Sacramento, la Comisión de Ayuda Estudiantil de California (CSAC), Cien Amigos y el Centro Cultural Mexicano del Norte de California, así como instituciones públicas y privadas.
Representantes de colegios y universidades distinguidas de California y México, así como expertos en educación superior del Estado de California, organizaciones sin fines de lucro y defensores de la educación superior trabajan juntos cada año para ayudar a los estudiantes a descubrir la experiencia universitaria y aprender sobre sus opciones de financiamiento para la educación superior.
La feria está diseñada para ayudar a todas las familias y estudiantes a recorrer un camino exitoso hacia la universidad.
La educación es la herramienta más importante para el desarrollo personal y el éxito, así como un motor para el progreso continuo de California.
Pre-registro para el evento aquí: http://stepstocollegesac.org/es/inicio/

Calvine, Rio Cazadero, Las Flores, Daylor
2019-01-30 11:30 - 13:00 | William Daylor High School, 6131 Orange Ave., Sacramento, CA, 95823, United States
Join us in the William Daylor High School MP Room, where we’ll discuss military, career, and college options. We’ll explore apprenticeships and internships, military enlistment, and police and firefighter academies. We’ll also have an overview of the community college and four-year college paths.
Open to families at all EGUSD Alternative Ed schools.
Lunch will be provided. Registration is required. To register, email cfarwell@egusd.net.

COHS: Free and Free-ish Money
2019-01-22 18:30 - 20:00 | Cosumnes Oaks High School, 8350 Lotz Parkway, Elk Grove, CA, 95757, United States
Join us in the COHS MP Room, where we’ll go through the major financial aid forms (FAFSA, Dream Act Application, and CSS Profile), and discuss the boatloads of free (and free-ish) money available to students.

LCHS: Community Colleges & College Sports
2019-01-15 18:30 - 19:30 | Laguna Creek High School, 9050 Vicino Drive, Elk Grove, CA, 95758, United States
Join us in the LCHS Career Center, where we’ll discuss the different paths offered by community college. For example, high school students can enroll in an advanced education program. Following high school, students can get a degree to transfer to a four-year college or choose from among many career and technical education programs that can help a student enter the workforce within two years. We’ll also talk about the NCAA process and other avenues to playing college sports.

Cash for College Workshop
2019-01-15 18:00 - 20:00 | Calvine High School, 8333 Vintage Park Drive, Sacramento, CA, 95828, United States
Students and families can attend this FREE Cash for College workshop to get help completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or California Dream Act (CADAA) and Chafee Grant for Foster Youth applications.
