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For more information on any of these opportunities, see Ms. Drake in the Counseling Office.

AHS College Night Wednesday, Oct. 14, 7:30pm, AHS Little Theater. Attend workshops on College Admissions (UC, CSU, Community College, Private, Career Training Opportunities); Guidelines for College-Bound Juniors; and SAT Prep. For Juniors and Seniors and their parents.

AHS Financial Aid Night Wednesday, Oct. 21, 7:00pm, AHS Little Theater. Seniors and Juniors and their parents are encouraged to come to this meeting. Learn everything you need to know to plan to pay for your student’s continued education after high school.

Students who want to learn more about private and public colleges from both far and near need only come to the Counseling Office Conference Room on the dates below to meet with an admissions officer and get a sense of what life might be like for them at a particular school. The visiting admissions rep is often the one who will be reading the applications from Albany High, so these college visits are an excellent opportunity to make a connection with a college a student is interested in. Parents are welcome to attend all college visits. Please check the daily bulletin for location and updates. Students will need to sign up in advance in the Counseling Office in order to attend, and must get permission from the teacher whose class they will miss.

The following is the schedule of college visits currently set up:

Mt. Holyoke College – Tuesday, Sept. 15, 1:45pm

Mills College – Wednesday, Sept. 16, 9:00am

UC Santa Barbara – Wednesday, Sept. 16, 1:30pm

Bard College – Thursday, Sept. 17, 9:20am

New York University (NYU) – Monday, Sept. 21, 10:30am

University of Oregon – Tuesday, Sept. 22, 9:20am

Boston University – Wednesday, Sept. 23, 8:30am

Swarthmore College – Tuesday, Oct. 13, 1:45pm

University of Chicago – Thursday, Oct. 15, 11:10am

Whittier College – Friday, Oct. 16, 8:30am

University of Southern California (USC) – Monday, Oct. 19, 11:30am

University of Puget Sound – Friday, Oct. 23, 10:15am

Evergreen State College – Wednesday, Nov. 4, 12:30pm

St. Mary’s College – Monday, Nov. 9, 9:30am

Many private schools host receptions or meetings in the Bay Area, which students and parents can attend to learn more about the school. Often, more than one school will be present at a reception. If you are interested in a college not listed here, please check with the admissions office or website to see if they offer a local reception.

Tulane University – Sept 22 Sept. 23 “Tulane Comes to You.” Tuesday, Sept. 22  7pm at the Hilton San Francisco Financial District. Wednesday, Sept. 23 7pm at the Oakland Marriott City Center. “Tulane Comes to You” is part of Tulane’s dedicated effort to engage top students and their families in learning more about what makes Tulane a premier choice for higher education. Space is extremely limited, must RSVP to reserve a space. Call 1-800-873-WAVE to RSVP and to get your questions answered.  

Four Colleges, One Visit – Sept. 13 Sept. 14. Sunday, Sept. 13 3pm at the Westin St. Francis, San Francisco. Monday, Sept. 14 7:30pm at the Claremont Hotel Club Spa, Berkeley. Come to one of these two evening presentations to learn about Bowdoin College, Carleton College, Pomona College and Swarthmore College. Presentation includes a slideshow of four colleges, admissions process information, and opportunities available at these selective, residential, liberal arts colleges. No RSVP necessary.

MIT – Sept. 8 9. Tuesday, Sept. 8 at the Holiday Inn Golden Gateway, San Francisco. Wednesday, Sept. 9 7pm at the College Preparatory School, Oakland. Get to know MIT by attending one of these two session. For more information, visit: www.mitadmissions.org or http://web.mit.edu/admissions/falltravel/.

Discover Duke – Oct 3 4. Saturday, Oct. 3 3pm at The Athenian School, Oakland. Sunday, Oct. 4 4pm at the Crowne Plaza Cabana Hotel, Palo Alto. To register and to see a listing of all Discover Duke program locations, visit: www.admissions.duke.edu.

New York University (NYU) – Learn about NYU this Fall. Admissions receptions near your home, campus open houses, information sessions, student-led tours, class visit. For more information go to: www.admissions.nyu.edu/visit  or call: 212-998-4524.

Many schools have Preview Days, when they open the campus for prospective students and parents to visit in order to learn more about life at the school, admissions, financial aid, honors programs, and many other aspects of the college. This is an opportunity for you to go to the school and see it for yourself. Some colleges offer scholarships or financial assistance for travel expenses. If you are interested in a college not listed here, please check with the admissions office or website for visitation procedures and events.

Bates College “Prologue to Bates” Fall Open House Programs for Multicultural Students – Oct. 11-13 or Nov. 8-10. Explore the opportunities that this small liberal arts college in Lewiston, Maine has to offer. Scholarships available for travel expenses. Applications due by Sept. 11 for the October program and Oct. 9 for the November program. For more information call 207-786-6000, email: admissions@bates.edu, visit www.bates.edu/perspectives.xml, or see Ms. Drake for an application.

Occidental College Fall Multicultural Visit Program – Oct. 25-27. Campus introduction for outstanding high school seniors of underrepresented backgrounds. The program is limited to 40 students; those selected will have the opportunity to travel to campus at no cost. Students must apply by Monday, Sept. 21. Please see Ms. Drake in the Counseling Office for an application. 

Kenyon College Trustee Opportunity Travel Grant - This program provides financial assistance to first-generation and other underrepresented students to make it easier for them to visit Kenyon and decide whether the College is a good match for them. For an application see Ms. Drake or visit www.kenyon.edu/x1697.xml to learn more about the program.

Western New England College – Sun. Oct. 4, Sun. Oct. 25, Sat. Nov. 14 and Sat. Dec. 6. Open House for prospective students. Open house includes walking tour, review of academic programs of study, information of admissions requirements, and more. Advance reservation requested. Register online at: www.wnec.edu/admissions or call: 1-800-325-1122 ext. 1312.

Woodbury University –  Open House Sat., Nov. 14. Call the Office of Admissions at 818-252-5221 for more information. Ask an admissions counselor about the High School Program and VIP Program available at Woodbury University. Visit: www.woodbury.edu .

Cornell University –  Engineering Fall Diversity Hosting Weekend (for students of color)– Oct. 16 -18. The College of Engineering’s Fall Diversity Hosting Weekend is specifically for high school seniors who enjoy using math and science as tools to creatively tackle hands-on problems. Students selected for this program will enjoy tours of the campus and facilities, discussion with faculty, staff, and current students AND Cornell will cover travel and meal expenses. Visit http://www.engineering.cornell.edu/fallhosting for an online application and more information about this unique program. Call 607-255-5008 for additional information.

Performing and Visual Arts College Fair

Saturday, Oct. 17, 3:00– 5:00 PM, Conservatory of Music, San Francisco

Fine arts students interested in pursuing undergraduate programs of study in music, theatre, dance, visual arts, graphic design, film production and other related disciplines will have the opportunity to speak with reps from colleges, universities, conservatories, festivals and other educational institutions. For more information visit: www.nacacnet.org/fairs or call: 800-822-6285.

San Jose State University – Offering a NEW Aviation and Technology Program. Explore a career in Aviation Operations, Aviation Management, or Maintenance Management at SJSU. To discover more about career opportunities in Aviation and Industrial Technology, visit: www.engr.sjsu.edu/avtech or call: 408-924-3190.

Classroom Matters – Back to School Study Skills Organization Workshop – Tues. Aug. 25 and Thurs. Aug. 27^th 4:00-6:00pm. Call 540-8646 to register.

Classroom Matters Free Study Skills Workshops – Visit www.classroommatters.com for more information

Thurs. Sept. 17 – Learning Styles Organization

Thurs. Oct. 15 – Habits of Successful Students

Thurs. Nov. 19 – Going Beyond Homework

Gates Millenium Scholars Program Male Initiative Bridge Builders Forum – Sat. Oct. 10 9:00am-1pm. at California State Univ. East Bay, 25800 Carlos Bee Blvd., Hayward. Events include: College info and resources; scholarship info; empowering workshops; breakfast and lunch. The Gates Millennium Scholars Bridge Builders Forum is an educational and interactive event designed to provide young men of color with the tools and motivation needed to succeed in high school and move on to college. Pre-register for Forum online at www.csueastbay.edu/bridgebuilders.

Idealist Kids Teens - www.idealist.org/kt: includes a volunteer search for teens and ideas about how to start your own community service project.

Network for Good - www.networkforgood.org/volunteer: provides volunteer opportunities available locally to teens, options to volunteer abroad with United Nations Volunteers, a directory for international volunteer programs, and options for summer volunteering.

SERVENet - www.servenet.org: allows you to create a “volunteer profile” to match you with volunteer opportunities in your community.

Hands On Bay Area - www.hosf.org: offers volunteer orientations and a variety of short-term and group-based community service projects in the Bay Area.

VolunteerMatch - www.volunteermatch.org: allows you to enter your zip code to find volunteer opportunities in your community.

UC Berkeley Safe Jobs for Youth Poster Contest – Are you a California teen between 14 and 18? Design a poster highlighting job safety and health for teens and you could win a cash prize! Deadline is Nov. 2. For more information, entry forms, and helpful tips, visit: www.youngworkers.org or call 510-643-8902

UC Berkeley Public Service Announcement Contest – Use your creative talents (dancing, acting, script writing, directing) to design a 30-second video highlighting job safety and health for teens and you could win a cash prize. Deadline is Jan. 11. Visit: www.youngworkers.org or call: 510-643-8902 for details, entry forms, and helpful hints.

FIDM/Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising – FIDM awards over $150,000 in scholarships each year through the National Scholarship Competition program. Through this competition, six students who demonstrate an exceptional talent and interest in Fashion Design, Visual Communications, Interior Design, Digital Media, Fashion Merchandising, or Graphic Design will each win a one-year scholarship to attend FIDM. The deadline for the National Scholarship Competition is April 30, 2010. For more information, call 800-262-3436.

William H. and Elizabeth Gray Danforth Scholars Program at Washington University in St. Louis - Seeking candidates for the Danforth Scholars Program who have exhibited a capacity for service and leadership, as well as academic excellence, and who will embrace the challenges of a rigorous academic curriculum. Nominations must be received by October 15. For more information, please call 800-638-0700 or email: admissions@wustl.edu.

QuestBridge National College Match - National College Match pairs outstanding high school seniors with admission and full four-year scholarships to some of the country’s leading colleges. Seniors who have demonstrated academic excellence in the face of economic obstacles or who are the first in their families to attend college are eligible. For more information visit the QuestBridge website at www.questbridge.org. National College Match application is available free of charge on the website and is due September 30.

Wendy’s High School Heisman Award - Male and female student athletes who are seniors this year and maintain a B average are eligible to apply for the Wendy’s High School Heisman recognizing excellence in academics, athletics and leadership. Winners are eligible for a trip to New York for the Heisman Memorial Trophy Weekend, up to $10,000 for your school, and more. Apply online at wendysheisman.com. Applications are due October 1.

Horatio Alger Association - As one of the nation’s largest college financial aid programs in the country, the Horatio Alger National Scholars Program assists high school students who have faced and overcome great obstacles in their young lives. To qualify you must be a graduating college-bound senior with a 2.0 GPA or higher, be involved in extracurricular and community activities, demonstrate critical financial need and be a US citizen or permanent resident. Deadline is Oct. 30. For more info please call 866-763-9228 or visit www.horatioalger.org/scholarships.

The 2010 Prudential Spirit of Community Awards - Let everyone know what you have been doing in your community! Students in grades 5-12 who have participated in community service since September 2008 could be eligible for an award of up to $6,000 and a trip to Washington D.C. The deadline for submitting your application is Nov. 2. For more information visit www.prudential.com/spirit.

Ron Brown Scholar Program - The CAP Charitable Foundation funds scholarships to academically talented, highly motivated African American students who are currently seniors in high school and plan to pursue undergraduate degrees full-time. Students who apply by November 1 are considered for the Ron Brown Scholar Program AND will have their application information forwarded to a select and limited number of additional scholarship providers. Students applying by the final deadline of January 9 will be considered for the Ron Brown Scholar Program only. For more information visit www.ronbrown.org.

The HHCF (Hip Hop Chess Federation) Interstate Scholastic Chess Championship - Will be held on Saturday, October 13, 2009, at the Cow Palace in San Francisco, CA. This tournament draws players from across the US and we look forward to the growing number of players we will see at this competition. We are happy to say we have out grown our usually tournament location and have moved to the Cow Palace to accommodate the high demand. For those who were "wait listed" you can now register. This year we are proud to announce our esteemed tournament directors: Dr. Alan Kirshner and Dr. Salman Azhar, both are highly respected in the chess community and known for being extraordinary Tournament Directors. With Dr. Kirshner and Dr. Azhar on board, you can be assured that your experience will be positive and fun. The HHCF welcomes players from any skill level to come and compete. We pride ourselves in providing an environment that encourages first time players to join in the fun. This year we are happy to host a variety of events including the Interstate Scholastic Tournament, Scholarship Tournament and Celebrity Tournament, as well as many other fun events that take place during tournament break times. Website for more information: http://www.hiphopchessfederation.org/kings2008.html.

youngARTS, a program of the National Foundation for Advancement in the Arts, identifies and supports young artists with cash awards and scholarships for high school seniors. Deadline for registration: Oct. 16. Registration and program details online at: www.nfaa.org.

Professional Culinary Institute in Campbell, CA is offering full, half, and quarter scholarships as prizes in its scholarship competition. For details, email Rachel Thompson at rthompson@pcichef.com or visit the website: www.pcichef.com.

The Peralta Community College classes are listed at www.peralta.edu. Classes are offered at Berkeley City College, Alameda, Laney, and Merritt. Students planning on taking any type of math, English or science class must take the assessment tests in math and English before enrolling in any class at the community college. Assessments are generally held during our regular school day. Concurrent Enrollment Forms are required with signatures from your counselor and principal Mr. Barone, and are available in the Counseling Office.

Contra CostaCollege classes are listed at: www.contracosta.cc.ca.us . Students planning on taking any type of math, English or science class must take the assessment tests in math and English before enrolling in any class at the community college. Assessments are generally held during our regular school day. Concurrent Enrollment Forms are required with signatures from your counselor and principal Mr. Barone, and are available in the Counseling Office.

UC Berkeley US Performing Arts Camps in Theater, Acting for the Camera and Hip Hop dance. You can earn college credit, live on campus and learn skills. For more information, visit www.usperformingarts.com.

UC Berkeley's summer program offers college-level courses in its pre-collegiate program. Sessions run late-June to mid-August. Visit www.summer.berkeley.edu.

St. Joseph Notre Dame High School offers summer make-up, enrichment, and online classes for high school students located in Alameda. For more information and an application, go to www.sjnd.org and click on the Summer School link.

Academy of Art University Pre-College Saturday Art Experience- Earn college credit while exploring art and design in a professional and collaborative community. Courses are available in a wide variety of art and design fields including animation, comic book illustration, fashion design, motion pictures, photography and more. For more information or to register visit www.academyart.edu or call 800-544-2787 x 6558.

World Affairs Council of Northern California is accepting applications for its 2009-10 Student Ambassador Program – a leadership opportunity for high school and college students interested in international affairs. Applications for the 2009-10 program are now available and must be turned in by Monday, Sept. 14. For more information, visit www.itsyourworld.org.

Galaxy Explorers Program - The Galaxy Explorers is a year-round program for high school students who represent the Chabot Space Science Center on-site and throughout the greater Oakland area. Galaxy Explorers perform live public science demonstrations, explain interactive exhibits, deliver mini science workshops, outreach to community centers and work in summer camps. The Galaxy Explorers’ program provides teens with work experience, community service/volunteer opportunities and paid internships. Participants engage in fun, hands-on scientific activities and develop real-world skills. Applicants must be between 14 and 17 years old, have an interest in science, math or technology, maintain a 2.0 GPA and participate at least 4 hours per month. Applications are accepted year around, but enrollment only occurs for times a year. Applications are online at www.galaxyexplorers.org

Albany Police Activities League Youth Academy - The Albany Police Department is seeking motivated youth ages 14-17 to participate in an 8-week Youth Academy, which will give students a chance to see day-to-day operations of the police department, ride along with a police officer in the city of Albany, and inspire citizenship through a better understanding of the criminal justice system. The academy will include field trips and instruction in law enforcement issues, constitutional law, communications and more. The academy will consist of 8 weekly meetings (usually Saturday mornings from 9:00 to 11:30) and one mid-week evening session. For more information or to apply, visit www.albanyca.org or contact Officer Belman at 525-7300 or email: Dbelman@albanyca.org.

Coaching Opportunities with MAKE ME A PRO SPORTS - After school and weekend opportunities for high school students to work under an adult director as coaches for younger children in soccer, baseball, cheerleading, flag football, and basketball. Contact Kevin at 510-677-7024 or mmaps2001@yahoo.com. Website: www.mmapsports.com.

Bay-Peace Youth Action Team - If you want to be part of a group of young people who are working together to make a change, we invite you to join Youth Action Team. Call 510-809-7416 for more info or visit: youthaction@baypeace.org. Bay-Peace is an organization that fights back against the war and aggressive military recruiting in schools. They provide workshops and trainings and are reaching out to youth all over the Bay Area to organize for better alternatives. Hours: 4 hours required a month and optional speaking gigs