Planning and Support
College Kick-Start Workshops. KHS. Free. CO 2024 planning to attend 4 year. Register for one of 2 sessions before they're full.
For rising Seniors (Cass of 2024) planning to apply to 4 year colleges/universities.
@Kaiser HS, CCRC, Room H101
Free
Session 1: May 30-June 1
Session 2: June 6-8
Limited seats, register today.
Click here or on the logo to register.
See the flyer in the sidebar.
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College Prep Roundtable: Life as a College Athlete. Wednesday, 6/14/2023, 6:00pm HST.
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CEG: For College-bound Seniors ONLY!
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Have your 'Best First Year in College' |
KCC bound? 2 videos to help with New Student Orientation and uploading health forms to MedProctor.
Uploading immunization forms to Med+Proctor video
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2023 College Essay Guy Summer Boot Camps. Free. Grade 11 - register today. Kick-start your college search.
CEG: Grade 9 - 11 Parents and Students - College Admissions Pass - ultimate guidance in college planning - scholarships available.
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CEG: Students Discord Community - Free College Planning Community
Students Discord Community High school students can join a separate private community with content tailored specifically for students, including:
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College Prep Workshop Series presented by Pacific U Oregon. Watch on YouTube anytime.
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Fair Opportunity Project - Free College Mentoring. First 100 to register!
Right now, we have openings to accept 100 new students to be paired with trained postsecondary planning Our mentors can help your students:
Students can sign up directly for a mentor here: https://www.
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CEG: Parent Community - Lots of support and place to get your questions answered.
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Kapi'olani Community College's Nursing Program You Tube video, Info sessions from KCC
THIS YOUTUBE video touches the surface on the PRE-NURSING process.
See the Info sessions schedule in the sidebar.
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KHS College & Career Planning Supports and Programs
Individual and Family Conferences — Individual and family conferences to discuss post high plans are scheduled upon request starting in the spring of junior year.
Sr. Year Kick Off Night—Fall: Information to kick off the senior year. Alumni attend to share about their college/career experiences. College and grade level counselors share information for a successful senior year. Leadership share important graduation and senior year event information. For seniors and their parents.
Jr. Future Planning Night--Information night for juniors and their parents held in the fall. Information from the college & grade level counselors and the class leadership.
College Financial Aid Information Night-held in the fall at our school. Open to all students and parents.
IBDP. IBCP. AP, RS Information Night - This event is for students and parents to receive information and ask questions about the following programs offered here: International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme, International Baccalaureate Career-Related Program, Advanced Placement, and Running Start (dual college and high school credit). This night is scheduled in the fall before registration for the following school year.
College & Career Planning Class Visits —College and grade level counselors meet with seniors once in the fall and juniors in the fall and spring to go over important tasks and information related to graduation and college & career planning.
College & Career Speakers—about 70-80 local and mainland college admission and career reps visit us each fall (few in the spring as well). Students sign up on Naviance. Teacher permission is required to attend. Open to all students.
Summer/Fall College Kick Start Workshops—Students will build their college list, learn about the application process, Common Application, the college essay, letters of recommendation, financial aid, scholarships and more. For seniors only.
Naviance® Family Connection is a web-based college and career research tool for our students. Naviance allows students to learn about themselves, their interests, and develop college and career plans. Naviance® questions can be directed to appropriate grade level counselors. Students receive their accounts during the second quarter of their freshman year. Parents may request a parent account by submitting a request form to H101. Forms are available in H101, the registrar’s office, or as a download on Naviance®.
Personal Transition Plan (Jr. Guidance Course) This semester credit is required for graduation and taken during jr. year. It provides students with knowledge and skills in learning about themselves, exploring life goals, careers and occupations, relating school subjects to future career needs, and making tentative long and short-range educational and/or career plans.
Advisory Class—All teachers provide guidance activities to their advisory students. Classes meet once a week during all 4 years of high school. Some college and career readiness activities are prepared by the CCRC. PSAT/NMSQT® Test—Fall—All students in gr. 9-11 are able to register for this exam that is given on campus once a year in the fall. Registration information is available in the library, office, and H-101. The test is administered once a year. https://collegereadiness.collegeboard.org/psat-nmsqt-psat-10
ASVAB® Test-Fall & Spring—The ASVAB is a multiple-aptitude battery that measures developed abilities and helps predict future academic and occupational success in the military. It is administered annually to more than one million military applicants, high school, and post-secondary students. Students in grades 10-12 can sign up to take the test to help with career planning. This test is administered on campus once in the fall and spring. https://www.military.com/join-armed-forces/asvab
Advanced Placement—AP® Program The AP curriculum, administered by The College Board, consists of standardized high school courses that are roughly equivalent to undergraduate college courses. After completing an AP class, students typically take the AP exam in that subject, which can earn them credits and accelerated placement in college. Registration for courses takes place in November for the following school year. Application forms and fees are required. https://ap.collegeboard.org/
Dual Credit/Running Start Program --Running Start is a program that allows “eligible” high school students to take a college course at a University of Hawaii system campus as part of their high school coursework. The unique partnership between the Hawaii State Department of Education and the University of Hawaii System allows public and charter high school students to attend college classes during the fall, spring, and summer while earning both high school and college credits. Deadline for students to meet with their grade level counselor is Oct. 1 for Spring semester and Feb. 1 for Summer and Fall semesters. https://www.hawaii.edu/dualcredit/running-start/
College & Career Fair Fall and Spring —Students are invited to sign up to attend the NACAC College Fair with the school in the fall, usually followed by a UH Manoa campus tour. Students and families can attend on their own. Register for the fairs at: https://www.gotomyncf.com/Registration/EventSelectForState?stateName=All
Local College Campus Tours --driven by student interest. Dates and information to be announced.
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![]() Naviance by Hobsons is a comprehensive K-12 college and career readiness platform that enables self-discovery, career exploration, academic planning, and college preparation for millions of students across all ages and around the globe.
Students and Parents..... Kaiser utilizes Naviance to help students identify their interests, strengths, and to explore colleges, etc.
Almost all Naviance activities can be completed at any time. Students do not need to wait for tasks to be assigned. Get a jump on your planning. Never too early to start!
Parents - Get involved! Yes, students need to drive this process, but parents can support and cheer their kids on. Get a Naviance Parent account to stay on top of what's going on. Complete the attached form (to the right) and send it back to us in H101 via your student or scan and email.
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Post High Activity Completion Guideline (students are able to access and work on most tasks at any time) |
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Gr. 10 |
Gr. 11 |
Gr. 12 |
Game Plan - Naviance® |
Complete once |
Catch up |
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Cluster Finder -Naviance® |
Complete once |
Catch up |
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Personal statement Students should save their work electronically on a flash drive so that each year is an update. |
Year 1 Draft |
Year 2 Draft |
Year 3 Draft |
Final Draft Due |
SMART Goals Naviance® |
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Set goals for current school year |
Set goals for current school year |
Set goals for current school year |
StrengthsExplorer® Naviance® |
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Complete once |
Catch up |
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Career Interest Profiler - Naviance® |
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Catch up |
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Resume - Naviance® |
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Build |
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SuperMatch® College Search and add at least 5 schools to colleges that I'm applying to on Naviance ® |
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Sample (or real) Job Application |
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Sample (or real) College Application |
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College Planning Year by Year - see planning calendars attached in the right column
Grade 09 EXPLORE and select your course selections for high school carefully. Insure that you will have the necessary academic courses for 4-year colleges and requirements to play Division I or II sports if desired. Begin exploring post-high school interests. Take the PSAT to get a feel for the test and to identify areas that you need to work on! All 9th graders will take the Pre-ACT in the spring. Complete the Personality Type Inventory on Naviance and set some goals for yourself. Get involved in student activities, including athletics. HAVE FUN! READ!
Grade 10 PLAN your high school experience with rigorous academics, occupational exploration, testing and self-appraisal. Take art, keyboarding and world language for post-high school preparation. Remember, colleges look for a school record that reflects a rigorous course load. Take the PSAT in the fall. All 10th graders will take the Pre-ACT exam in the spring. Complete the Career Interest Inventory and set goals on Naviance. Check the Kaiser website for college planning information. FOCUS! READ!
Grade 11 ACT on your plans toward your goals. Take the PSAT again in the fall. Begin gathering information via Internet, college handbooks or visit the College Career Center in H101. Visit colleges if possible. All juniors will take the ACT in the spring at school. Take SAT in the spring. Register on your own. Keep up with your Advisory and Naviance assignments. Meet with college admissions counselors, career speakers, and college fair. Schedule an individual and family conference with the College & Career Counselor in the spring. Attend the College Kick Start Workshops during the summer before your senior year. Your junior year is most critical. Make it reflect your true abilities. READ! VOLUNTEER! DO WHAT YOU LOVE.
Grade 12 CHALLENGE yourself academically through your last year in high school. Take the SAT and ACT again if needed. Attend college application workshops in H101 during summer and fall. Make an appointment with College Counselor at least one month prior to application deadlines. When choosing a college, carefully consider your interest and abilities, and research financial aid and your goals. Be realistic. Applications should be completed no later than the end of the first semester. Work on financial aid and scholarships during the 2nd semester. Finish the year on a positive note. Colleges expect students to continue with a rigorous course load and strong academic performance through the end of the school year. Make sure final transcripts are sent to the college to which you are attending. GET IT DONE! |
Do you qualify for Free or Reduced Lunch?
Students who qualify for the free or reduced lunch program may also qualify for waivers for the PSAT (gr. 11 only), ACT, SAT, AP, NCAA, college applications, etc. Please check with Ms. Nii in the college and career resource center and APPLY FOR the FREE OR REDUCED LUNCH PROGRAM to find out if you are eligible. EZMealApp
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Do you qualify for testing accommodations?
Students who need accommodations for testing should speak to their grade level counselor right away.
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Grade Level Counselors
Stephanie Takashima, c/o 2023 x 2244 [email protected]
Norine Ishii, c/o 2024 x 2246 [email protected]
Branden Kawazoe, c/o 2025 x 2240 [email protected]
Rene Tottori, c/o 2026 x 2242 [email protected]
IB Program Coordinators
KCC You Tube Tutorials when applying - Check 'em out!
Completing the KapCC app:
How to select a degree:
Select Programs:
How to use the Add Program tab:
New Student Orientation
MedProctor - uploading immunization records
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CollegeXpress - Connecting students to colleges; recommended by CEG.
Since 1995, our mission has been to help connect students with the right schools for them. Join![]() |
College Navigator - A college search tool by the US Dept of Education.
College Scorecard. US Dept of Education. Career, College, and Financial Aid Information.
All hosted by the US Department of Education.
Click here or on the logo for more.
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College Essay Guy Resources
In this video, I share nine creative techniques to make sure the opening of your college essay helps you stand out. I'll also share four common openings to avoid, and one of my all time favorite hooks.
I just published a new video on up-leveling your Common App activities list.
Why do this? Because a) it won't take you too long, and b) could make a big difference in your application.
How to Create a Great Common App Activities List
In the video, I cover:
- Why strong verbs are key + where to find my Epic List of Activities List Verbs
- How the BEABIES exercise can help you remember stuff you did
- How to bring more variety into your descriptions (if you've already written them)
- Tips for the Awards and Honors section
- Lots more
Check it out below on YouTube and drop me a comment.
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The College Application Hub
Got a college admission resource you're looking for? It's probably here. If you're a 9th-11th grader wondering "What should I be doing right now to prepare for college?" check out this College Application & Admissions Timeline.
How to Write Great UC Personal Insight Questions (Crash Course)
If you're working on those PIQs and and need some help, this video covers a whole lot of ground in about 20 minutes. (One commenter said, "this has to be one of the best videos of all time.") If you find it useful and want to dig deeper, check out my full pay-what-you-can course How to Write the UC Personal Insight Questions.
Free College Application Help for Low-Income Students | Students Apply Here
Through our Matchlighters Scholars program, we pair high-achieving students from low-income families with experienced college counselors for free one-on-one college essay and application coaching. If you (or a student you know) may benefit, please pass this opportunity along to them.
If you're an experienced college counselor who'd like to volunteer to join the team, learn more here.
How to Make the Most of Your Summer and (Maybe) Build a Self-Directed Project | Watch Here
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CEG: Teen Life Guides: Arts, STEM, Healthcare.
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Our friends at TeenLife created three new rad guides for exploring potential majors and career paths. They're packed with tools for students to explore career paths, and include details on career exploration programs, scholarship opportunities, and planning tips. |
CEG: Transfer Student Resources.
Transfer App Deadlines Coming Up: Essay Guides + Database |
In case you missed it, thought I'd re-share some of our favorite resources for transfer applicants if you're looking to transfer and find a new college home:
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CEG Resources for Grades 9&10, 11, and 12.
Sharing a few resources that you may find useful in the coming months.
9th & 10th Graders College Admissions Timeline - A high-level timeline and list of resources that tracks the college admissions process from 9th through 12th grade. Finding Your Purpose - Research shows that finding your purpose can lead to greater health, less depression and less anxiety. Check out the Purpose Challenge from the very awesome Greater Good Science Center in Berkeley. Learning How to Learn - This free course from Coursera covers some useful topics for any high schooler, including learning how to "chunk" studying tasks, tackle procrastination, and better understand the relationship between sleep and learning potential. The Values Exercise - It's great to begin the college planning journey by thinking about your core values. How do you find those? This video will help you find them in less than 5 minutes.
11th Graders How to Create a Great College List - Spring is a great time for juniors to begin thinking about developing a college list. (Not decide—I said begin!) This guide will help you discover: Who am I and what do I want from college? How can I learn more about colleges? How can I assess my admission chances? How to Research Colleges (Without Visiting a Campus) - Wondering how to "visit" colleges in the midst of a global pandemic? This guide can help. How to Ask for a Letter of Recommendation - Junior year teachers are great candidates for recommendations. But what goes in that letter, plus when (and how) do you make the request? Find out here.
12th Graders Study Tips in College: MIT's Office of the First Year has a series of awesome guides and resources for helping students develop study plans and time management skills as they transition into the first semester of college. How to Write a Scholarship Essay: A Complete Guide + Examples - This guide answers the top 10 most common scholarship essay questions. You'll also find a spreadsheet you can use to track scholarship prompts. College Interview Guide - In this comprehensive guide, you'll learn everything you need to know to prep for an interview (even if you only have an hour). But first: How much do interviews really matter? |