Grants for MC Dreamers
DUE MARCH 10 BY 9PM!!!!
|
After hearing about the challenges that you may be experiencing at this time, I wanted to provide you with the following three opportunities to help you pay for your expenses. You can apply for all opportunities.
Spring 2021 Textbooks
If you need still need to purchase your Spring 2021 textbooks for late start classes, please reply to this email with the following information:
Spring 2021 Textbook Assistance Request
Name:
Did you submit your CA Dream Act Application for both 2020-2021 and 2021-2022?
Student ID # (900…):
Phone number (if you do not have a phone, please reply with the best method to get in contact with you):
Best days and times to get in contact with you:
List of the textbooks you need with ISBN:
Service Grants
Assist at Moorpark College’s Food Pantry for 6 Fridays and receive $600. You will receive more details and the application if you are interested. Please reply with the following information:
Service Grant Interest
Name:
Did you submit your CA Dream Act Application for both 2020-2021 and 2021-2022?
Student ID # (900…):
Phone number (if you do not have a phone, please reply with the best method to get in contact with you):
Best days and times to get in contact with you:
Which 6 Fridays can you attend (8am-5pm)?
I Can Achieve! Grants:
MC Dreamer students who are experiencing any kind of hardships at this time can apply for our new MC Dreamers Help Grant. This grant can assist you pay critical bills, as well as cover your initial or renewal DACA Application. There are limited opportunities for these grants so all students interested will receive a call from me to gather further information. If you are interested, please reply to this email with the following information:
MC Dreamers I Can Achieve Grant Interest
Name:
Student ID # (900…):
Phone number (if you do not have a phone, please reply with the best method to get in contact with you):
Best days and times to get in contact with you:
List the expenses this grant will help you pay:
YOU NEED TO READ THIS: EVEN IF YOU FEEL YOU MAY NOT QUALIFY, PLEASE APPLY!!! YOU REALLY NEVER KNOW WHAT YOU CAN RECEIVE!
After looking over your student records, I will connect with you and gather more information to see if you are eligible. We look forward to helping you in any way we can during these challenging times.
Financial Aid
Please watch and read the following post (link: https://www.instagram.com/p/CLapATUg39U/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link) to learn about the ways you can complete your CA Dream Act application. I have also attached an email reminder to submit your Scholarship applications!
|
|
|
|
 |
MC Dreamers Check-In Meetings |
We are here to help you in anyway we can! Schedule a Check- In with me and let's talk about how the semester is going and what is next for you! I am happy to answer your questions and connect you with the right resources on campus.
|
|
|
|
|
We encourage you see an academic counselor or look at your DegreeWorks Educational Plan if you have one, and register for courses. Courses start February, March and April! |
|
|
|
Complete your Financial Aid Application |
We suggest you also complete your California Dream Act Application for the upcoming academic year. Moorpark College’s Office of Financial Aid can help you fill out your CA DREAM Act applications through Zoom every Tuesday from 4-6PM. Ensure you are applying every year!
Join from PC, Mac, Linux, iOS or Android: Zoom Link
Password: 463927
|
|
|
|
FREE Legal Immigration Services |
|
We understand that legislation continues to change and it can be confusing. Remember that Free Legal Immigration Services and attorneys that are able to answer any questions you may have and can help you prepare the paperwork necessary for any potential immigration relief options you may qualify for.
Appointments are now extended! The UFW Foundation is doubling the number of appointments available for all of the Moorpark and Oxnard College community! These are the new hours:
- First Tuesday of the month (under "Moorpark College")
- Second Friday of the month (under "Central Coast Appointments")
-
Third Wednesday of the month (under "Moorpark College")
- Fourth Wednesday of the month (under "Central Coast Appointments")
Monthly Q&A Sessions! The UFW Foundation is now offering a time for you to drop-in and ask you immigration related questions. These are their hours:
- Fourth Wednesday from 10:00AM-10:30AM
|
|
|
MOORPARK COLLEGE
CAREER WEEK
March 1, 2021 – March 5, 2021
Career Week is a week-long event intended to bring Moorpark College students, employers, universities, and the community together for informative discussions regarding major and career paths. This event also enables us to introduce regional high school students to the academic and career options available to them at Moorpark College. Students will discover and explore major and career paths, while connecting with industry professionals, educators, and community
|
|
|
|
Events for You This Month |
|
California Lutheran University
Meet the CLU Representative for an individual virtual appointment. Choose a day & check with the CTC for availability!
TUESDAY: MARCH 9, (9AM-12PM) MONDAY: MARCH 22, (1PM-4PM)
CONTACT: Career Transfer Center MCctc@vcccd.edu (805) 378-1536
|
|
ACCESS SPRING 21 Workshops!
Staying Motivated Learning Remotely with Christina
Learn motivational strategies to finish the semester strong
Tuesday, March 16th 11am-12pm
Memory Tricks for Testing with Hadar
Learn tricks on how to memorize better and improve memory.
Wednesday, March 31st 4pm-5pm
|
|
Weekly Check-in and Workshops Presented via Zoom https://cccconfer.zoom.us/j/96442419914
Meeting ID: 9644 241 9914
Password: 356118
|
|
|
|
The Career Transfer Center will be hosting its annual Transfer Social in a virtual format on Thursday, May 6th. Please see attached flyer for more info. Students can register for the event on the CTC website: Transfer News and Events. Scroll all the way to the bottom where it says Career Transfer Center Annual Events!
Each campus will be available from 11AM – 1:30PM and do a 15 minute “Next Steps Presentation” at designated times.
|
|
We want to hear from you!
|
|
The Dreamers Workgroup invites all Dreamer students interested in helping other Dreamers on campus to be part of our workgroup!
Members of the Dreamers Workgroup aim to increase awareness and dialogue about the issues faced by students who are undocumented and come from mixed status families with the intent to provide support services and resources to students.
Students interested in expanding their leadership skills and help our Dreamers, can contact Karla Montenegro Gonzalez at kmontenegro@vcccd.edu or (805) 553-4058.
|
|
|
|
|
Career Basics Workshop
· Overview of career development model & activities to help you work towards your career goals
Elimimajor
· Identify top three majors of interest & filter out your options
Career Resources
· Explore what to do with a major, how your interests, values & personality impact your choices, what is the job/salary outlook
Making Major Decisions
· Learn details about major & career field of interest, importance of interviewing & resumes, identify skills/strengths
|
|
|
|
Are you Transferring or Thinking About Transferring? |
|
|
|
Mount Saint Mary's University, Los Angeles |
Mount Saint Mary's University is having Virtual Appointments with their transfer representative, Barela through the Moorpark College Career Transfer Center.
Tuesday, March 9th (12PM-2PM)
Tuesday, March 23 (11AM-1PM)
RSVP 805.378.1536 mcctc@vcccd.edu
|
|
UC TRANSFER ADMISSION GUARANTEE (TAG) WORKSHOPS |
TAG (Transfer Admission Guarantee) is a free, quick, and easy way to determine if you are eligible for admission to a participating UC. If you meet specific criteria through TAG, you have an opportunity for guaranteed admission.
SPRING 2021 WORKSHOPS Wednesdays-3PM
March 10
April 14
June 9
|
|
Update from the Bookstore |
|
Spring is going to be here before we know it! As we prepare, we wanted to give a few important tidbits of information to assist with textbook rental check-in's for Fall and textbook online order purchases for Spring.
Our bookstore will remain closed through Spring semester, however we will have a window open to check-in Fall textbook rental's and pick-up Spring online orders. All students must follow the COVID-19 Prevention Guidelines in place at Moorpark College.Each student that enters campus will need to be screened and given a wristband that will allow them to safely enter campus.Allow an additional 10 minutes to screen and walk across campus to the bookstore.
|
|
|
|
|
CSU Week
Transfer Days Recordings
All 23 CSU campuses presented information sessions for interested community college transfers
|
|
|
|
The AIMS2 program is a collaborative
project led by the College of
Engineering and Computer Science
(CECS) at California State University,
Northridge (CSUN), in partnership with four community colleges including Moorpark College. AIMS2 was created specifically to help underrepresented students excel in engineering, including
Latinx students, females students,
and those who are financially
disadvantaged.
For more information, contact Dr. Scarlet Relle at srelle@vcccd.edu or AIMS2 Counselor Trevor Hess at thess@vcccd.edu
|
|
|
|
Moorpark College EOPS is Now Taking Spring 21 Applications! |
How do you qualify?
- Be a California resident or AB540 (Dream Act)
- Be enrolled in at least 9 units for Spring 2021 Have fewer than 45 degree applicable units
- Qualify to receive a California College Promise Grant A or B or C (with $0 EFC)
- Be educationally disadvantaged as defined by EOPS
How to Apply?
Go to: www.moorparkcollege.edu/eops Then click on: EOPS/CARE Forms to fill out the > EOPS Online Application
|
|
|
|
|
For: All Moorpark College students
When: Every Friday
Time: 12-4pm
Location: Moorpark College - 7075 Campus Road Moorpark, CA 93021 Parking Lot H
Submit the form below and be ready to show a screenshot of the confirmation page up on arriving to the drive-through.
|
|
Ventura County is actively vaccinating the following groups: |
|
Los Angeles County is actively vaccinating the following groups: |
|
These categories/sectors can be vaccinated at this time:
- Individuals aged 65 and older
- Healthcare workers
- Long-term care residents
- Essential workers in the following sectors: Food and Agriculture, Education and Childcare, Emergency Services
- Tri-Counties Regional Centers. Family member caregivers with direct risk of COVID-19 exposure who care for regional center consumers at high risk of COVID-19 complications and related fatalities including the following conditions: cerebral palsy, down syndrome, epilepsy, and individuals who have specialized health care needs, including dependence upon ventilators, oxygen, and other technology are eligible. This does not include other family members within the same household who do not provide direct care to the regional center consumer. Eligible family members must obtain documentation from their regional centers, verifying the qualifying condition of the family member cared for and caregiver status.
You must be a resident or be employed in Ventura County AND a member of the current phase to be vaccinated.
Community members who are eligible to be vaccinated may register online on Mondays.
Community members who are eligible to be vaccinated but who have limited computer/internet access may call the phone registration line at 805-477-7161. The phone line is open Monday through Friday 8:30-5:00.
|
|
These categories/sectors can be vaccinated at this time:
- Individuals aged 65 and older
- Healthcare workers
- Long-term care residents
- Essential workers in the following sectors: Food and Agriculture, Education and Childcare, Emergency Services
- Tri-Counties Regional Centers. Family member caregivers with direct risk of COVID-19 exposure who care for regional center consumers at high risk of COVID-19 complications and related fatalities including the following conditions: cerebral palsy, down syndrome, epilepsy, and individuals who have specialized health care needs, including dependence upon ventilators, oxygen, and other technology are eligible. This does not include other family members within the same household who do not provide direct care to the regional center consumer. Eligible family members must obtain documentation from their regional centers, verifying the qualifying condition of the family member cared for and caregiver status.
For more information about how to schedule an appointment, please click the button below.
|
|
Do you speak English as a second language? Do you want to prepare for college-level classes? Take ESL classes at Moorpark College!
Courses working on:
- Academic writing
- Academic reading
- Grammar and punctuation Advanced vocabulary
Contact Prof. Guevara for more information Email: dguevara@vcccd.edu Phone: 805/553-4694
|
|
|
The Teaching and Learning Center offers FREE tutoring for Writing, World Languages, Math & Science! |
|
|
|
|
Zero Textbook Cost courses, designated as ZTC for short, use digital textbooks and resources so that students incur no cost to access course information. ZTC materials are freely available and include items such as governmental resources, open education resources (OER), library databases, and other reputable material available at no cost online. ZTC courses do not require fees to access software platforms or homework sites, but may require materials that are not free, such as calculators, text forms, clay, or goggles. |
|
The Health Center provides:
- Medical Care
- Mental Health Counseling
- Health and Wellness Resources
Call: (805) 378-1413 or
|
|
|
MC Dreamers | (805) 553-4058 | Website | mcdreamers@vcccd.edu |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
