Hazel Health – Mental Health Resource for DV Students
Sandpipers’ Scholarship App 2025 Available for Current Seniors
High school seniors living in the South Bay (both citizens and eligible non-citizens as defined by the U.S. Department of Education) are eligible to apply for a Sandpipers Scholarship for the 2025-26 school year. Detailed eligibility requirements are stated below.
Application Requirements and Process
High school seniors meeting all eligibility requirements below may apply for a Sandpipers Scholarship.
· U.S. Citizen or eligible non-citizen (as defined by the U.S. Department of Education in The Student Guide)
· Cumulative G.P.A. of 3.0 or higher
· Permanent resident of the South Bay area of Southern California (roughly bounded by the 105 and 110 freeways)
· Students residing outside the South Bay area are eligible if they attend a high school in the defined South Bay area
· Demonstrate a financial need
Sandpipers has provided financial assistance to college-bound students since 1941 and is the oldest continuing aid program in the South Bay. Supporting more than 50 students per year, the program is unique in funding our qualified recipients throughout the four continuous years of their undergraduate studies. View our video about our Scholarship Program here: https://www.sandpipers.org/scholarships
For the 2024-2025 school year, Sandpipers awarded more than $303,000 to 51 college students (Freshman – Senior years). Each student received a minimum of $500 with some receiving as much as $10,000 for the school year. This amount is based on their outstanding financial need from their FAFSA report.
The entire Sandpipers Scholarship Application is online. The application is now available and can be accessed at this link:https://app.smarterselect.com/programs/100654-Sandpipers
All applications are due on Wednesday, February 5, 2025 at 11:59pm, no exceptions. Please submit applications early in case of technical issues or other unforeseen delays.
Attention Seniors: Many CSU Applications Still Open!
Current 12th grade students,
Many Cal State (CSU) campuses have extended their application deadlines! This means you can still apply, regardless if you submitted a CSU application by December 2nd or not!
THIS LINK will allow you to see which campuses are still accepting applications and their new deadline. Select Freshman from the Entry Level field and Fall 2025 as the Enrollment Term and it will generate a list. Please take note of those campuses with a Closed status – they are no longer accepting applications.
CSU-Northridge Application Support
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With college application season well underway, CSUN is here to help future Matadors complete their CSUN application.
If you have questions about your application, please join CSUN on Monday, Nov. 25, on Zoom, for a free application support workshop. Once you register, you’ll be able to drop in anytime between 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. or 2 to 4 p.m. for personalized support from their preadmissions counselors. |
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STEM Scholarship Opportunity for Seniors
The Aerospace STEM Endowment Scholarship Application is open!
Application due date: January 24, 2025
The Aerospace STEM Endowment Fund was established in 2015 to support students pursuing careers in the science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) disciplines. The purpose of this scholarship is to provide financial assistance to students not traditionally well represented in STEM careers.
Selection is based on financial need, academic performance, and leadership potential for students studying STEM disciplines who are enrolled for undergraduate study in a public or private four-year college or university. Scholarships are awarded and/or renewed annually (up to 4 years), provided funds are available and the award recipient meets the conditions outlined below in Scholarship Renewal.
Apply here: https://students.aerospace.org/aerospace_stem_endowment_scholarship_application/
Thanksgiving Food Drive – Connect Community Service Club
Embrace the Spirit of Giving this Thanksgiving!
This holiday season, help make a difference by donating to the Community Service Club’s Food Drive. All contributions will support families in need through the Los Angeles Regional Food Bank. Every donation, big or small, brings hope to someone in our community.
Join us in spreading kindness and giving back. For more details on how you can donate, please see the flyer or reach out to us directly (madeline_carranza@student.davincischools.org). Thank you for your support!
Free Scholarship Webinars Presented by El Camino College
El Camino College is offering FREE virtual Scholarship Webinars hosted by Sallie Mae! Students do not have to be going to El Camino post-high school to attend!
This workshop will: – Introduce you to the Sallie Mae Scholarship Workshop – Provide Key Tips on Applying for Scholarships – Learn How to Create a Winning Scholarship Essay
This event is open to everyone: Junior & Senior High School Students, College Students, U.S. Residents and Non-Residents, Undocumented Students, International Students, parents, and teachers and etc.
To register, please click HERE and choose one of the following webinar dates:
- November 4th @ 6 pm
- November 20th @ 6 pm
- December 2nd @ 6pm
El Camino College Night
You are invited to El Camino College’s College Night!
Join us Wednesday November 13 from 5:00 pm – 7:30 pm and meet faculty, staff, and current ECC students through our resource fair, campus tours, and workshops (topics include: basic needs resources, transfer strategies, and how to get involved as an ECC Student).
All prospective students, parents, adult learners, educators, and community members are invited to attend we just ask you RSVP! Link to the flyer is HERE
For more details, please visit our College Night webpage
Updates from Common App
| Message to current seniors from Common App:
This month we launched a new year of Common App Direct Admissions, with 117 participating colleges. This program simplifies the college application process by offering eligible first-generation, low- and middle-income students admission based on the information they’ve entered into their Common App—before they even apply. Students can view, learn about, and act on these offers directly from their Common App dashboard. Many colleges waive application requirements, like the personal essay, or guarantee financial aid, making the process even more accessible. To help students better understand how it works, we’ve released a brand-new video on our YouTube channel that explains Common App Direct Admissions. If a student is interested in an offer, they can submit a free, non-binding application, and colleges will verify their information and send an official acceptance letter. With direct admissions, students feel welcomed and valued, giving them a head start on their college journey. |
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CSUN Updates and Upcoming Events
Fall 2025 Applications and Priority Review Dates
The Cal State Apply application period for fall 2025 opens Oct. 1. We’re encouraging students to apply by our priority review deadlines, Nov. 15 and Dec. 15. Meeting a priority review deadline helps our admissions team process applications sooner, and can lead to students receiving their admissions decision faster. We’re sharing this information as a heads up in case any students mistakenly interpret it to mean the final application deadline has changed. CSUN will continue to accept applications through Jan. 31, 2025.
Save the Date for CSUN Open House
Join us on Saturday, Oct. 26, from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., for an all-access look at our campus, programs and services. This year’s event features two new presentations — a session geared toward undecided students and a session designed to help parents better understand the college application process. (This session will be offered in English and Spanish.) Please see this flyer for more info.
New Discover CSUN Site — A “Greatest Hits” Collection of CSUN Features
We recently launched a new microsite designed to help students and their families better understand all that’s available at CSUN. Discover CSUN offers an overview of admissions requirements, cost and financial aid, student housing, programs and services, Matador life and life after CSUN.
Major Spotlight: Music Industry Studies
Speaking of greatest hits . . . CSUN’s Music Industry Studies major teaches the business side of music — from current trends in music publishing to e-commerce, marketing and more. The program prepares students for careers in producing, distributing and managing, and promoting music and creative talent. As part of the program, students can gain hands-on experience by participating in VOVE, CSUN’s student-run record label.