Counseling Corner
Samueli Academy families, below you will find valuable information. For more information visit the Counseling website at www.firewolfcounseling.weebly.com or see Ms.Rocio.
Upcoming Events
The following events are held during the school day, please sign up if you are interested.

UC Riverside Field Trip- Students interested in visiting the University of California RIverside on March 11th can sign up here. 

AAAPIphany Conference- The Conference is on March 25th and is geared towards Asian American and Pacific Islander students. The goal of the conference is to develop an awareness about history, current issues, and address college and opportunities in higher education.
Sign up here!

Latino Youth Leadership Conference-
The conference is on April 22nd and the objective is to help prepare you for successful academic careers and to learn new leadership skills. This year, the focus is on civil engagement. You will be challenged to start thinking about ways that you can give back to your community and be involved. The day will involve guest speakers and breakout sessions. Sign up here.
Summer Program Applications are now OPEN!
Next Generation- Free summer program in Washington DC for 9th, 10th or 11th graders. Applications are due on March 14th, start yours today! Click here for more information.

Teen Entrepreneur Academy- One week residential business and entrepreneurship summer camp at Concordia University in Irvine. Opportunity is open to students in grades 9-12. Scholarships are available for qualifying students. For more information, click here.

California Youth Leadership Forum-Free summer program in Sacramento for students with disabilities in the 11th grade. Applications due January 15th. For questions contact Ms. Rocio or the program's line at (855)894-3436.

Princeton University Journalism program  Program open to juniors interested in journalism. For more information, click here Deadline is February 26th.
Volunteer Work
Universities and scholarship committees seek that students give back to their community. There are several volunteer opportunities. Whenever students complete hours, students must write them into their log. Logs are available outside of Ms. Rocio's office.
IMPORTANT DATES 
*If applicable, click links to register**
02/02-A.C.E. Program begins
02/26-Post-Secondary Conference for 10th and 11th graders.
02/27-Last day of SAT/ACT Tutoring
03/05-SAT Exam
03/11-UC Riverside Visit
03/14- Deadline for Next Gen Apps
03/25-AAPiphany Conference,
SAT/ACT NEWS
*If applicable, click links to register**
J uniors, please make sure to register for the SAT and/or the ACT as soon a possible. Recomended date for the SAT is March 5th and ACT is April 9th.

For a step by step guide, click here
Please look into your universities of interest regarding a possible requirement for SAT Subject. Fee waivers are currently available. 

Please prepare for the SAT/ ACT by adding an app on your phone or practicing on Khan Academy. 
Parent Events
*If applicable, click links to register**
The Orange County Department of Education (OCDE) is pleased to present " Guiding Your Child to College ." This session will breakdown barriers/myths about residence, finances, academics, and how your child can get there, as well as provide information on academic requirements and financial opportunities. Register Here.
Contact Me
Rocio Gomez, School Counselor 
Samueli Academy
714-619-0169