ScholarshipRequirementsDeadlineMAKE THE U AND PREPARE TO GO FARTHER!• Are Hispanic or Latino descent • Have a minimum 3.0 GPA (on a 4.0 scale) or 7.5 (on a 10.0 scale) • Are U.S. citizen, legal permanent resident or DACA eligible.https://www.colgatepalmolive.com/en-us/core-values/community-responsibility/make-the-u Application opens: September 1, 2020 Deadline: December 6, 2020Dr. Pepper Tuition GiveawayMust be 18-24 by … Continue reading September 2020 Scholarship Bulletin
College Knowledge: College 101 Panel Discussion
Expert panel: Elena Castenellos (Claremont McKenna College) and Gerardo Hurtado (Pomona College) Question: What makes a good scholarship or application essay? Tell a story only you know.Good essays are really good stories.Speak to your audience... Understand to whom you are speaking.Write well. Question: When do I start applying to scholarships? Opportunities start opening up now!Programs … Continue reading College Knowledge: College 101 Panel Discussion
AP/H Orientation Night Resources
We had a wonderful turn out at our first ever series of AP/H Orientation Nights. More than 550 parents and students attended over three nights! Many parents and students asked for information on specific resources, so here they are. We look forward to more information sessions next year, so let us know what types of … Continue reading AP/H Orientation Night Resources
Chaffey’s Parent Academy
Chaffey offers wonderful parent academies for families who want to help their students get ready for college. All families are welcome! Here is the flyer from last year, but please see keep an eye out for a School Loop email from Ms. Cortez to get signed up in the fall!
USC Bovard Scholars
USC Bovard Scholars is a great opportunity for our strongest students. If you are a junior in advanced classes and have higher than a 4.0 GPA, check it out! USC offers a free, year-long program to help high-achieving students with financial need gain admission to and succeed at the nation's top universities. The program includes a … Continue reading USC Bovard Scholars
Chaffey’s 2018 Dell Scholars
Blog Post by Jose Quintero, AVID Coordinator Greetings Everyone: It is my distinguished honor and pleasure to share some incredible news with you all! For the first time in Chaffey's history both locally here at our high school and within our district, we have TWO students who were selected as DELL SCHOLAR RECIPIENTS for the class … Continue reading Chaffey’s 2018 Dell Scholars
Searching for the perfect college? Go visit!
There are so many colleges and universities to choose from, that it can be a huge task to find the one that is right for you. Fortunately, there are many online tools to help you get started, some of which you can see below. When looking for the perfect school, you should consider location, size, … Continue reading Searching for the perfect college? Go visit!
College-Bound Reading Lists
The more we read, the more we know! It sounds like a catch-phrase on a silly public service announcement, but it's true. Students who read widely and deeply are better prepared for college and life. Though it can be difficult to find the time to read for pleasure, once you get in the habit of … Continue reading College-Bound Reading Lists
Scripps College Academy (SCA)
Scripps College in Claremont offers an excellent college-mentoring program. The program supports young women who are the first in their families to attend college. Through intensive mentoring, a summer on-campus program, and enrichment activities, SCA students become well-prepared college applicants. Applicants must be in 10th grade. Check out the website and video below for more information. … Continue reading Scripps College Academy (SCA)
Chaffey GATE Program 