News and Announcements

Middle School Counseling

Springs Charter Schools are parent choice schools where the community is the classroom. Our mission is to foster the innate curiosity of our students, empower their parents, and promote optimum learning by collaboratively developing a personalized learning program for each student. The Guidance Department is committed to fostering a healthy environment where students can thrive both emotionally and academically.

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Scholarships

The Summit Springs Educational Foundation is proud to support Springs Charter Schools graduates with scholarship opportunities for college and trade school. Click here to learn more.

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FAFSA

12 Tips for FAFSA on the Web

FAFSA on the Web at www.fafsa.ed.gov makes it easier than ever to apply for financial aid. It’s also fast – and secure. Plus, your FAFSA will be less likely to contain errors. You’ll find online help for each question, and you can chat with a customer service representative if you need additional assistance. You can save your FAFSA for up to 45 days after each time you open your file so you don’t have to complete the application in one sitting. When you’re ready, your application will be transmitted to the federal processor within seconds. FAFSA on the Web is available around the clock, seven days a week, starting January 1. Don’t have a computer? Look into using one at your school or library.

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NCAA Eligibility

9th grade:

  • Start planning now!
  • Download and read the NCAA guide for the College-Bound Student-Athlete at NCAA.org.
  • Take the right courses and earn the best grades possible.
  • Contact your school counselor to discuss eligibility.
  • Find Springs Charter Schools’ list of NCAA-approved core courses at eligibilitycenter.org/courselist.
  • Sign up for a free Profile Page account at eligibilitycenter.org for information on NCAA requirements.
  • Plan to graduate on time (in eight academic semesters). If you fall behind, use summer school sessions prior to graduation to catch up.

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College Exams

Getting to college can be a daunting task with many examinations and deadlines to think about. The best thing you can do for yourself is to stay informed and be prepared. The links below will provide you with a great deal of helpful information. If you have further questions please contact the guidance department at 951-252-8833.

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Links to Colleges

The UC and CSU systems have aligned course requirements for freshman applicants, however not all courses and grades are treated equally. Most colleges and universities have websites with comprehensive information about admission requirements, eligibility index, and opportunities for students and parents to visit the campus:

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Freshman Requirements

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS, BY SUBJECT AREA

High school seniors who fulfill the following three requirements will be entitled to a comprehensive review of their applications at each UC campus to which they apply. Continue reading →

Our Career Technical Education

Once a student begins to develop an area of interest, staff may want to begin helping them to think creatively about whether this interest has potential for a future career. Students may explore their interests by taking any of the following course options: Continue reading →

Choosing a Career

Career Technical Education: In 2004, State Superintendent of Education Jack O’Connell said: The job of K–12 education in California must be to ensure that all our students graduate with the ability to fulfill their potential—whether that takes them to higher education or directly to their careers. Unfortunately . . . too many of our students are not adequately prepared for either. By raising our expectations for our students, we can and will begin to change that. For more information about Career Technical Education, click here to access the Career Technical Framework.

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