Thursday, November 13, 2008

United States Naval Academy - Midshipman Night

United States Naval Academy – Midshipman Night for Candidates and Parents. Tuesday, November 25th from 6:30 to 9:00pm at Chapman College. To be held in the Argyros Forum, Second Floor; room #208. Address: 386 N. Center Street, Chapman University, Orange, CA. Learn about the application process, nomination sources, important competitive factors, Plebe Year, academic majors, and the Annapolis Parents Club of Southern California. Current Midshipmen will be providing an honest, unfiltered view of Academy life. Find out about the variety of service choices upon graduation (Aviation, Submarines, Ships, SEALS, USMC) and about life as a Navy/Marine Corps Officer.

RSVP by Friday, Nov.14 to Tom McCabe (949) 374-3435 or email tmccabe@edisonmission.com. Please provide your name and the total number in your party.
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Friday, October 17, 2008

Interested in Attending a United States Military Academy?

Learn about the congressional nomination process, requirements for admission, and meet representatives from the five service academies on Wednesday, October 22nd, 6:30pm at the Nixon Presidential Library in Yorba Linda. For more information and to RSVP please call (714)257-1142. A flyer for this event is available in the Tesoro Career Center.
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Thursday, October 16, 2008

Saddleback College Family Night

Tuesday, November 18, 2008, 5:30-8pm

Student Services Center, Room 212
  • 5:30-6:00 pm appetizers
  • 6:00 pm program begins promptly

Learn about:

  • Degree Programs
  • Workshop: Transfer /Honors Programs
  • Career and Certification Programs
  • Concurrent High School Enrollment
  • Workshop: Financial Aid, Work-Study and Scholarship Opportunities

Join us for the program and department information, and Q&A with the Saddleback College President, Administrators, Faculty, Staff and Alumi.

949-582-4218 www.saddleback.edu

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Wednesday, October 8, 2008

Rancho Santa Margarita Job Fair











FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 30, 2008

CONTACT: City of Rancho Santa Margarita
Kathy L. Graham
949.635.1800 x 6708


GOT JOB?
RSM Job Fair-Non Profit Event

The City of Rancho Santa Margarita and the Rancho Santa Margarita Chamber of Commerce Host Job Fair

Rancho Santa Margarita, CA. Want help finding a job? The City and the Chamber are partnering to present the first semi-annual RSM JOB FAIR to be held Wednesday October 22, 2008 at the Bell Tower Regional Community Center. Many local employers will be there to promote local part time, full time, temporary, seasonal & volunteer positions available and interview applicants. Some employers will be hiring on the spot.

The 2008 Job Fair will be held:
Date: Wednesday, October 22, 2008
Time: 3:00pm to 7:30pm
Place: Bell Tower Regional Community Center, 22232 El Paseo,
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA (at the intersection of El Paseo & El Portal)

RSVP: Applicants are requested to complete a short pre-registration form available on the City’s website at http://www.cityofrsm.org/. Pre-registration will close Oct. 15, 2008

Employers must pre-register and information is available on the RSM Chamber’s website at http://www.socchambers.com/ by Oct. 15, 2008

Pre-registration requested, but no appointments necessary! Many local employers will be there recruiting for Retail, Professional, Office, and Restaurant positions. This event is FREE. Special workshops will be held to assist Teens and Seniors entering the workforce for the first time or re-entering the workforce. "How To" clinics will be held throughout the afternoon

Applicants seeking more information, please visit the City of RSM website at http://www.cityofrsm.org/ or contact Kathy Graham at kgraham@cityofrsm.org or 949-635-1800 ext. 6708.

Employers interested in recruiting at this event, please visit the RSM Chamber’s website at http://www.socchambers.com/.

The Working Wardrobes charitable organization will be accepting donations of gently used, clean "professional attire" on hangers at this event. No clothing distribution will take place at this event. Please donate your "gently used" items and tax receipts will be available for your donation.
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Wednesday, September 24, 2008

Free Aptitude Test October 15th

For: Parents of Juniors and Seniors:

A free aptitude test will be given to 11th and 12th grade students on Wednesday, October 15th from 8:40am to 11:30am, in the Tesoro High School Library.

Tesoro High School endorses this test as an additional method for students to learn about their vocational aptitudes. The ASVAB (Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery) is a group of ten tests designed to measure a student’s aptitude in five separate career field areas and also provides an indication of academic aptitude. The ASVAB is an extensively researched test battery developed by experts in the testing field, counselors, and educators. Students will be given the option of whether to release or not release information to recruiters.

The test is administered as a courtesy of the Armed Forces at no cost or obligation to the student. This test is appropriate for all students and we believe your child will be better able to define his/her career choices based on this test. Each student will receive a copy of his/her test scores along with an interpretation approximately three weeks after the test. The interpretation includes a career survey, which when coupled with the aptitude results, enables the student to focus in on possible careers and college majors.

In the changing world today, it is imperative that our young people have every opportunity made available to them in which to explore their options for a promising and rewarding future. If your son/daughter is interested, please complete the form below and have them return it to the Tesoro High School Career Center by Friday, October 10th. Or, you can email the coordinator of the testing, Anne Moore at almoore@capousd.org, giving your permission for your student to take the test.

Thank you for your support of this valuable program.

Dr. Daniel Burch Sharon Levin Anne Moore
Principal Assistant Principal ROP Career Guidance Manager



(Student Name)____________________________________________________

Has my permission to take the ASVAB (Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery) test at Tesoro High School on Wednesday, October 15, 2008 at 8:40am

Date__________

Signature of Parent/Guardian__________________________________________
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Thursday, September 11, 2008

Off-Campus College Visitations

Here are some opportunities to meet with Colleges and Universities at off-campus locations:
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National Christian College Fair

This important event is part of a nationwide circuit of fairs that brings information regarding regional and national Christian Colleges and Universities to high school students and their parents.

When & Where:
Calvary Chapel High School
3800 S. Fairview, Santa Ana
Tuesday, October 14, 2008
6:00 - 8:30 pm
*Admissions professionals from 30+ Colleges and Universities
*Financial Aid and Scholarship Seminars
*College Displays
*Planning Materials
*Refreshments
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College and Career Visitation Schedule - Fall 2008

In the Tesoro Career Center

  • DATE - TIME - COLLEGE/CAREER
  • Tues. Nov. 4 - Tutorial - CONCORDIA UNIVERSITY
  • Tues. Nov. 4 - Tutorial - AIR FORCE ACADEMY
  • Thurs. Nov. 6 - Lunch - CHAPMAN UNIVERSITY
  • Thurs. Nov. 13 - Tutorial - UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA

Updated 10/30/08

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Friday, June 13, 2008

Obtaining Work Permits During Summer

Work permit applications may be picked up in the career center through Friday, June 27. Work permits applications can also be downloaded at: http://www.dir.ca.gov/dlse/dlseformB1-1.pdf. After that time, work permit applications will only be processed at specific locations according to the following schedule:

Monday, June 30 through Thursday, July 31:

  • Mondays from 9:30 am to 11:30 am at Tesoro High School
  • Tuesdays from 9:30 am to 11:30 am at Dana Hills High School
  • Wednesdays from 9:30 am to 11:30 am at Capistrano Valley High School
  • Thursdays from 9:30 am to 11:30 am at San Clemente High School

All District offices will be closed on Fridays in July. No work permits will be processed on Fridays in July.

Monday, August 4 through Friday, August 22:

  • Work permit applications will be processed in your school’s front office from 9:30 am to 11:30 am.

All District offices will be closed on Friday, August 1 and August 8. No work permits will be processed on Friday, August 1 and August 8.

Monday, August 25 through Friday, August 29:

  • Work permit applications will be processed in your school’s Career Center.

REMINDERS:

  • Applications must be signed by the employer and include the name of the workmen's compensation insurance carrier.
  • A parent or guardian must also sign the application.
  • A social security number is required to process a work permit.
  • Students need to bring the application to the designated location, according to the schedule above.
  • Every effort will be made to process permits quickly, but figure one day to process your work permit.
  • The completed work permit is picked up by the student and taken to his/her employer.
    Each new job requires a new work permit. The permit is made out to the employer. It's the Law!

California law requires any student under the age of 18 to obtain a work permit. The hours a student may work vary according to age.

  • 15 years and under: 3 hours on any day that precedes a school day, 18 hours a week maximum OR May not work past 7:00 p.m.
  • 16 years and over: 4 hours on any day that precedes a school day, 28 hours a week OR May not work past 10:00 p.m.

Work permit applications may be found outside the career center or in the main office. You can also download and print it at http://www.dir.ca.gov/dlse/dlseformB1-1.pdf.

  1. Complete student section
  2. Employer completes and signs employer section
  3. Parent statement signed by one parent or guardian
  4. Complete social security number
  5. Student must have a GPA of 2.0 or above
  6. Return to the designated location
  7. Allow 24 hours to process
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Thursday, May 29, 2008

Saddleback College - New Honors Program Workshops

These Workshops are being offered in a joint venture by the Transfer Center and the Honors Program to share information with students and their parents regarding the Honors Program requirements and benefits. One benefit of the Honors Program is how honors students are eligible for guaranteed or preferential admission with several universities, particularly UCLA.

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Thursday, April 17, 2008

South County Youth Job Expo

Monday, April 28, 2008
6:30-8:30pm
Capistrano Valley High School
26301 Via Escolar
Mission Viejo 92692

Over 50 prospective employers and career experts will be available to meet enthusiastic young people. Mock interviews will be conducted to help students develop their job-hunting skills.

High School and College Students Welcome!

Top selling author, columnist, entrepreneur, life coach and surfer, Kent Healy will be the keynote speaker. Come hear this 24 year old share the success principles needed to thrive in both your life and career.

Sponsored by: Capistrano Unified School District, Capistrano/Laguna Beach ROP, Coastline ROP, “Cool Stuff” Media Inc., EDD, Mazda North American Operations, Orange County One-Stop Center, Saddleback College, Saddleback Valley Unified School District
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Wednesday, April 2, 2008

Reminder - National College Fair Sunday, April 6

The Orange County National College Fair is Sunday, April 6 from 1:30-4:30pm at the Orange County Fair and Exposition Center. College Representatives from schools all over the country will be present to answer your college questions. This is your best opportunity to gather information on a vast array of colleges and meet face-to-face with representatives from across the country. Attendees at the fair will receive information on college choices, financial aid, NCAA rules and regulations, test prep, and transferring from two to four year colleges. Don’t miss this once a year event! For more information, visit www.nacacnet.org/NCF.
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Wednesday, March 5, 2008

Summer Youth Education Conference

The office of the Orange County District Attorney is now accepting applications for the Summer Youth Education Conference. This program is an intensive week-long summer program focusing on the criminal justice system. Students must be at least 15 years old and are interested in either pursuing a career in any area of the criminal justice system or learning about the role of local law enforcement agencies.

This summer conference provides an informative overview of criminal cases, from the time a crime is reported, to the trial, and on through the sentencing. Participants have the opportunity to interact with professional in all areas of the criminal justice system. In addition to workshops, field trips to local courts, police departments, and training facilities are included. Students will end up with a better understanding of the criminal justice system and the role of the District Attorney’s Office.

Students are required to commit to the week-long program on August 4-8, 2008, and must attend a mandatory orientation workshop on Thursday, May 1, 2008. Students will be selected from high schools throughout Orange County to participate in this exciting program. If accepted, students will have to pass a criminal background check.

The applications process is simple, but highly competitive. Applications are available in the Tesoro Career Center or online at www.orangecountyda.com. Prospective applicants need to complete the application and a one page essay explaining why they are interested in attending the Summer Youth Education Conference. All applications must be received by 5:00pm on Tuesday April 1, 2008, via mail, hand delivery, or online application.

Students selected to participate in the program will be notified either by mail, email, or phone on or before Tuesday, April 15, 2008.

If you have any questions, please call Jose Morfin at (714) 347-8415, Mon-Fri 8-5pm or via email at Jose.Morfin@da.ocgov.com
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Thursday, February 28, 2008

Free Aptitude Testing for 11th & 12th Graders March 19th

A free aptitude test will be given to 11th and 12th grade students on Wednesday, March 19th from 8:40am to 12:20pm, in the Tesoro High School Library.

Tesoro High School endorses this test as an additional method for students to learn about their vocational aptitudes. The ASVAB (Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery) is a group of ten tests designed to measure a student’s aptitude in five separate career field areas and also provides an indication of academic aptitude. The ASVAB is an extensively researched test battery developed by experts in the testing field, counselors, and educators. Students will be given the option of whether to release or not release information to recruiters.

The test is administered as a courtesy of the Armed Forces at no cost or obligation to the student. This test is appropriate for all students and we believe your child will be better able to define his/her career choices based on this test. Each student will receive a copy of his/her test scores along with an interpretation approximately three weeks after the test. The interpretation includes a career survey, which when coupled with the aptitude results, enables the student to focus in on possible careers and college majors.

In the changing world today, it is imperative that our young people have every opportunity made available to them in which to explore their options for a promising and rewarding future. If your son/daughter is interested, please complete the form below and have them return it to the Tesoro High School Career Center by Friday, March 14th.

Or, you can email the coordinator of the testing, Anne Moore at almoore@capousd.org, giving your permission for your student to take the test.

Thank you for your support of this valuable program.

Dr. Daniel Burch
Principal

Sharon Levin
Assistant Principal

Anne Moore
ROP Career Guidance Manager
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(Student Name)___________________________________________
Has my permission to take the ASVAB (Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery) test at Tesoro High School on Wednesday, March 19, 2008 at 8:40am.

Date_________
Signature of Parent/Guardian____________________________________________

Anne Moore
ROP Career Guidance Manager
Tesoro High School
(949)234-5303
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Monday, February 25, 2008

College Night for Juniors and Their Parents

Wednesday, March 27th, 6:30pm - 8:00pm.

In the Tesoro High School theater. There will be representatives from Cal State Fullerton, University of California at Irvine, USC and Saddleback College.
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Orange County National College Fair

Sunday, April 16, 1:30 pm - 4:30 pm

Orange County Fair and Exposition Center

For a list of participating colleges, go to www.nacacnet.org/NCF.
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Senior Day - Orange Coast College

Tuesday, March 18, 11am - 2pm

SOAR Testing 2-5 pm in Watson Hall (free)
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Senior Day - Santiago Canyon College

Wednesday, April 16, 11:30 am - 1:30 pm
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Senior Day - Saddleback College

Thursday, April 3rd, 12-2 pm, Saddleback College Quad.

For more information call (949) 582-4218 or check http://www.saddleback.edu/.

Early bird filing period March 1-27.
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Work Permits

WHAT IS A WORK PERMIT AND WHERE CAN I GET ONE?
A work permit is a legal document required by the state of California that allows a person less than 18 years of age to hold a job. You may get a work permit from the Tesoro High School Career Center. There are four steps in obtaining a work permit: (1) Ask for a work permit application in the Career Center, Guidance Office, or go to www.dir.ca.gov/dlse/dlseformB1-1.pdf and download the application. (2) Fill out the personal information at the top of the application, have the employer fill out the information required in the middle portion and have one parent sign the bottom portion of the application. (3) Return the completed work permit application to the Tesoro High School Career Center where the work permit will be processed. Please allow 24 hours to process the Work Permit. (4) Bring the completed work permit back to your employer.
AT WHAT AGE CAN I GET A WORK PERMIT?
Minors ages 12 through 17 are required to get work permits before starting a job. A minor under the age of 12 cannot receive a work permit except in the entertainment industry. There are a few exceptions to these rules. No work permit is required for the following jobs: (1) certain agricultural industry jobs, (2) odd jobs in private homes such as gardening and babysitting, (3) newspaper delivery jobs, and (4) self-employment.
DOES A WORK PERMIT REQUIRE SCHOOL ATTENDANCE?
Minors under 18 years old must attend school to get a work permit. If a student graduates from high school before age 18, he or she no longer needs a work permit. If a student passes the high school proficiency exam or the G.E.D. before 18 years old, he or she no longer needs a work permit. Minors under 18 years of age who have dropped out of school must be enrolled in continuation or adult school classes for at least four hours per week before getting a work permit. Emancipated minors must attend school in order to get a work permit. They are still required to get a work permit before being employed but may obtain the work permit without parent consent and signature.
CAN A WORK PERMIT BE TAKEN AWAY?
Yes, the work permit can be cancelled and taken away at any time by a high school administrator. In addition, a work permit can be cancelled at a parent’s request with good reason. Good reasons for canceling a work permit include: job does not fit legal requirements, hours scheduled create a truancy or absentee problem for the students, or job is causing student to fail classes at school.
WHEN DOES A WORK PERMIT EXPIRE?
A minor must obtain a work permit for each job. A work permit is no longer valid (or expires) when a minor quits or leaves a job. A new work permit application must be filled out for each new job. In addition, all work permits in the state of California expire five days after the opening of school in the fall. This is to insure that all minors report to school in the fall before continuing to work after summer vacation. Therefore, if a minor obtained a job and work permit in June and still had that same job in September, the work permit would expire. The minor would have to obtain a new work permit for the new school year even though it was for the same continuing job.
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Sunday, February 24, 2008

R.O.P. Programs, Resources and Services

  • Career and College Reference Library
  • Career, College and Technical Education Speaker Program
  • Coin and Bridges Computerized Career, College and Scholarship Information
  • College Application and Testing Information
  • Interest and Aptitude Testing
  • Job Board
  • Work Permit Processing
  • Job Shadow Program
  • Military Information
  • Advisement on job search, interview skills and resume writing
  • Regional Occupational Program-Advisement and Registration

R.O.P. Website: http://www.capolagrop.org/

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Excellent Research Tool for Careers and Majors

Click here for Bridges.
  • Click on Site ID
  • Site ID: 0090618
  • Password: Titans
  • Click on Choices Explorer

To research a specific career, click on "Search" on the top right part of the screen and type in the career name. Otherwise, just spend time searching the site for more information.

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Excellent Research Tool for Colleges Throughout the United States

Click here for Coin -
  • Click on the green "GO" button
  • Click on Career Library
  • Enter your Site ID: LCA 16902
  • Enter your User Login: 3191959
  • Click on Exploration Center
  • On left side, click on College Search

On the left side of the screen you will see 11 categories you can use to customize your search. Once you enter information into the program you will see under "Criteria Selected" the number of colleges found. You can then click on "Display Colleges" and get a list of colleges that meet the criteria you entered. If you want to know more about a particular college on the list, double click on the college name and a full college profile of the college will come up including web address with a direct link to the college website.

The website also includes Assessment, Occupational Search, Financial Aid Information, Quick Search, Video Library, and Feedback. Just follow the directions!

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Regional Occupation Program - R.O.P.

ROP classes are open to students 16 and over. ROP classes offer career and technical preparation across five career majors and including over 70 classes that offer the opportunity to become skill certified. Along with skill certification, students have the opportunity to earn high school credit, acquire work experience, explore career options, and even earn scholarships. All ROP classes include job search, resume writing and an employment skills component. There are three types of ROP classes:
  • Cooperative Technical Education - Students currently working receive job-related skills training.
  • Community Internship - Students participate in a non-paid community internship as well as classroom instruction.
  • Traditional classroom - Skill training in a classroom setting.

Pathways to Success

ROP has entered into articulation agreements with Saddleback College. In many cases this allows students to receive credit or advanced placement for ROP classes taken in high school.

10 Occupations With the Most New Job Openings

  • Medical Assistants
  • Network Systems Analyst
  • Physician Assistants
  • Social and Human Service Assistants
  • Home Health Aides
  • Medical Records Technicians
  • Physical Therapist Aides
  • Computer Software Engineers
  • Fitness Trainers
  • Database Administrators
  • Veterinary Technologists & Technicians
  • Dental Hygienists & Assistants
  • Environmental Engineers
  • Postsecondary Teachers
  • Occupational Therapy Assistants

Behind the Scenes

  • Be Flexible. Try to get skills you can use in many careers.
  • Seek Out on the job training and internship opportunities.
  • Get Proper Training. Both academic and job skills are usually required to be successful.
  • Know yourself, your personal interests, abilities and values.
  • Take advantage of the wide variety of resources available to you.
  • Understand that a bright rewarding future takes careful planning.
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