August Newsletter

Dear Dreamers and Allies,

I hope you are ready for the upcoming Fall semester. Below you will find a lot of information and resources to help you get started.

Please note that the campus will open for services and classes under MC COVID-19 Guidelines. Visitors must adhere to the most updated MC COVID-19 Guidelines on this website.Virtual services and courses remain.

Monthly Workgroup Meetings

I invite you to be part of the monthly meetings we have going on to get to know others who support students who are undocumented.You are invited to participate however you feel safe - virtually through Zoom or in-person by following MC COVID-19 Guidelines.

Semester Check-Ins

Students are invited to schedule a 1:1 meeting with Karla Montenegro Gonzalez to learn more about the resources available for students on- and off-campus.In-Person Check-Ins are available on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Please let me know through email if you would like to arrange an in-person meeting with your availability as I would like to take the time to make the appointment COVID-19 extra safe.Virtual check-ins through email, phone and Zoom remain available for your preference as well.

Monthly Meetings Info

MC COVID-19 Guidelines

In-Person Check-In Request/ Email Check-In

Virtual/Phone Check-Ins

DACA Update Recording

Academic Counseling for Courses

Speak with your major counselor or attend a counseling workshop ASAP to get course recommendations for Fall semester or follow your Educational Plan if you have previously created one with a counselor.

Students can meet with a counselor in-person or virtually. Please visit the counseling office website below for their latest updates, events, and appointment options or call them at (805) 378-1428.

My Academic Plan (DegreeWorks)

Counseling Website

Pre-Requesites Not Meet Info

Class Schedule

How to Register for Courses Video

Student Schedule Bill

Other Useful Guides

Borrow Your Textbooks

Some of your textbooks may be available for FREE through the Textbook Lending Program with the Library. For more information on these resources please visit their website for more information.

Library Lending Program

EOPS

Extended Opportunity Programs and Services provides special services to full time community college students. Participants must meet financial and educational disadvantage criteria. After eligibility requirements are met, EOPS services include the following: specialized academic, career, and personal counseling, book service program (grant/voucher), priority registration, transfer assistance, special activities and workshops.

Apply For EOPS

$100 for Books for

Vaccinated Students

MC Bookstore is offering $100 vouchers to students who show their fully vaccinated ‘Blue’ pass in the MyVCCCD App from 8/02/2021 – 9/02/2021. Students will have until Thursday, 9/30/2021 to spend their voucher. For questions, you can call the Bookstore at (805) 378-1436 or email them at sm8099@bncollege.com for assistance.

MyVCCCD App

After downloading the MyVCCCD App, click on the second button on the bottom of the screen. Select the "Report Vaccinations" and upload a picture of your Vaccination Card. Wait 24-hours for it to upload.

Visit the app again and open the "Campus Pass," the top of the screen will state your name and vaccination status in a blue background.

Complete the "Daily Screening Form" and check-in before entering campus to receive your wristband.

All visitors must adhere to the most updated MC COVID-19 Guidelines on this website.

Financial Aid Awards

Check the Financial Aid Tab on your Portal and attend to any items on the “Financial Aid Requirements” window that do not have a green checkmark on the “Status” of the item. Log in to you “Online Financial Aid Account” to check your awards.

CA Dream Act Applicants must input the 9 digit ID (located on the right -top hand corner, under your name) from their CA Dream Act Application under the SSN Question.

Keep an eye out on your student email as you may get invited to apply to additional financial grant resources throughout the semester.

For questions about your financial aid application or package, please call our Financial Aid office at (805) 378-1462 or call your financial aid specialist; students who are undocumented or need assistance in Spanish can contact Graciela Sanchez through email at GSanchez@vcccd.edu, call (805) 553-4705, or schedule an appointment with her on this link. For assistance filling out your financial aid applications, you can talk to a financial aid specialist on Tuesdays from 4pm-6pm through Zoom on this link. Password: 463927.

Meeting ID: 98871404446

Password: 463927

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!

Zoom Room

GET YOUR DACA FEES COVERED WITH THE UFW FOUNDATION FREE IMMIGRATION CONSULTATIONS

We understand that legislation continues to change and it can be confusing. Remember that we have Free Legal Immigration Services with trusted 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.

Phone and Zoom Legal Consultation continue in place. In-Person Appointments will resume soon - more information to follow.

Book Appointment

BORROW A LAPTOP AND/OR HOTSPOT FOR FALL 2021

Borrow a Laptop

Borrow a Hotspot

Free Student Parking Passes

Fall 2021 Parking are FREE: There will be free parking on campus for students this fall but you need to apply for a permit. On your Student Portal’s Register/Pay Tab, under “Fall 21 Parking Permit.”

Select the “Fall 2021 Vehicle Permit” option and disregard the $58 total. Move forward with the process and input all your information. You do not have to “pay” upon submitting the order. You will then receive an email with a receipt confirmation which says you will be “required to pay before the permit can be issued”, however, please rest reassured that the Student Business Office will process and pay it on your behalf. You will then receive an email update confirming your parking pass, please check all mailboxes and the spambox regularly. You must put temporary pass or the sticker on your car, else you will receive a ticket. If you experience issues, please contact the Student Business Office directly at (805) 378-1437.

FREE Grab'n'Go Groceries

For: Everyone

When: Every Tuesday

Time: 1-5pm

Location: Moorpark College - 7075 Campus Road Moorpark, CA 93021 Parking Lot D (by the observatory)

For: All Moorpark College students

When: Every Thursday

Time: 12-4pm

Location: Moorpark College - 7075 Campus Road Moorpark, CA 93021 Parking Lot D (by the observatory)

For: Everyone

When: Every Saturday

Time: 12:20-2:30pm

Location: Career Education Center - 5700 Condor Drive, Moorpark, CA

Workshops

Nursing & Radiologic Technology

Students interested in applying to the Nursing or Radiologic Technology program at Moorpark College must attend one of our workshops for more information on how to get started.

Volunteer Grants for

CA DREAM Act Recipients

CALIFORNIA DREAM ACT SERVICE INCENTIVE GRANT PROGRAM

The California Student Aid Commission will award up to $3,000 per academic year to 2,500 eligible students who volunteer at one of their described organizations. Students can volunteer with any of the organization(s) on the List of Service Organizations or any organization not on the list if it meets the criteria for a qualifying community or volunteer organization.

Learn More and Apply

Career Transfer Center

The Career Transfer Center offers a variety of workshops including CSU Application Workshops. For a list of all workshops and RSVP links, please click on the button below.

Workshops

Career Services

Transfer Services

Community Resources & Events

COVID-19 Vaccines are available for everyone age 16+.