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Student Synergy Project: Immigration Reformation and Compassion in the Era of COVID-19
The Student Synergy Project is a meaningful self-directed summer project for high school students. Below is a completed project by one of the student participants. Learn more about the Student Synergy Project Student Interests: Immigration Law, Journalism, and Advocacy The Project: This Synergy student explored and
Student Synergy Project: Genetic Modification Tool CRISPR CAS-9
The Student Synergy Project is a meaningful self-directed summer project for high school students. Below is a completed project by one of the student participants. Learn more about the Student Synergy Project The Project: Genetic Modification Tool CRISPR CAS-9 Student Interests: Biomedical Research, Molecular
Student Synergy Project: Mental Health and Media
The Student Synergy Project is a meaningful self-directed summer project for high school students. Below is a completed project by one of the student participants. Learn more about the Student Synergy Project The Project: Mental Health and Media Student Interests: Mental health, Creative Writing,
Student Synergy Project: Researching and Understanding the Physics of Black Holes
The Student Synergy Project is a meaningful self-directed summer project for high school students. Below is a completed project by one of the student participants. Learn more about the Student Synergy Project The Project: Researching and Understanding the Physics of Black Holes Student Interests:
Student Synergy Project: Nursing Brochure for my High School Guidance Office
The Student Synergy Project is a meaningful self-directed summer project for high school students. Below is a completed project by one of the student participants. Learn more about the Student Synergy Project The Project: Nursing Brochure for my High School Guidance Office Student Interests:
2020 Tips for completing your University of California Application
Steps to Completing your UC Application: Materials You Need: You will need a copy of your transcript, test scores, social security number (optional), CA statewide Student ID (for public HS students) and a credit card. In addition, we recommend going to the UCOP Doorways website
URGENT TESTING UPDATES
If you are waiting to take a test, please make sure to check your email regularly for information from the College Board and ACT. The ACT has just announced they will have a June test, but in CA it will only happen in 15% of
The Three I’s—and Finding a Certain Purpose in an Uncertain Time
What Colleges Want and Advice for High School Students and their Families When people come into my office to learn about the college process they often ask, “What do colleges really want?” My answer for the last ten years has been universities want students who
Learn.Create.Explore.Grow
We know these are trying times and we want you to know that we are here for you. Investigating your interests and learning something new (outside of class) can help you show colleges that you can focus, adapt, and overcome obstacles. Being thoughtful and doing
Read.Watch.Listen.Grow
School is now virtual, you are stuck in your house and your summer plans are likely canceled. However, there are still ways to explore your interests, learn something new, and grow. Being productive can help your mental health and it will show colleges that you
Making the Most of Virtual College Visits
View online tours. After you read about a college, take a virtual tour of the campus using www.collegetours.com, www.youtube.com , or the college’s website. Sign up for a virtual information session. A number of colleges are hosting virtual information sessions which include live Q &