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| Community College is a great option for students to take general education courses (that will apply to their 4 year degree) at a fraction of the cost of a 4 year college or university. It is also a great option for students interested in technical or certificate programs. Whether your goal is to transfer to a 4-year, get an associates degree or get hands on training for your future career in a certificate program, community college is a great option. In order to enroll as a full-time student in a California Community College, students must have a high school diploma or equivalent, or be at least 18 years old. California Community Colleges- links you to all of the California Community Colleges. California Community Colleges - Find a College - lists our closest community colleges on the left and allows you to search all CCC by program. California Community Colleges Eligible Training Provider List - Alphabetical List by CCC of AA, AS and Certificate Programs Los Rios Community Colleges:
Sierra College Application Steps for Graduating Seniors Dear Senior class of 2021, My name is Stacey LaChance, I am the Sierra College High School Transition Counselor at Del Oro. My role is to assist seniors who plan to attend Sierra College as a “First-Time Student” this upcoming 2021-2022 school year. My current office hours are Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday 12:00pm-2:00pm. You can reach me by email, through my weekly Google Meet office hours (listed on the last page of this letter) or by setting up an individual virtual appointment. Your Sierra College Enrollment Specialist is Matt Malepeai. Matt works closely with students to assist with questions regarding the enrollment process and General Sierra College questions. He is available through email or weekly Zoom sessions, see more information regarding the Zoom sessions on the last page of this letter. Mrs. Fessenden, (bfessenden@puhsd.k12.ca.us) Del Oro’s College and Career/Counseling Technician, is also available to answer any Sierra College questions if Matt or myself are unavailable. Contact Information For counseling related questions contact: Stacey LaChance High School Transitions Counselor Sierra College For Application/enrollment/Registration questions contact: Matt Malepeai Enrollment Specialist Sierra College Promise and Two Years Free What is Promise and how do I become a Promise Scholar? Sierra Promise is a commitment to provide local high school students the opportunity to go to college. Students commit to enroll in 30 or more units within their fall/spring semesters and if they “opt-in” as a Promise Scholar located in their mySierra account (accessible once the student has applied) will receive the benefit of priority registration for their first semester. Sierra Promise information page What is Two Years Free? Your first two years of tuition could be free! We want to remove financial barriers, so all students are able to pursue higher education. There is no income requirement, you just need to be a first time student and California resident. Steps to complete to get Two Years Free:
To learn more, view our Two Years Free information
Mid-Year Grad Two-Years Free Information If fall 2020 is your last term at Del Oro and you plan on attending Sierra College in the spring, summer or fall of 2021, please review the information linked here. **For Mid Term grads planning to attend a 4 year university in the fall of 2021, taking classes at Sierra in the spring and/or summer terms may make you ineligible to attend the university. Please read the Mid Year Grad letter linked above.
Financial Aid The 2021/22 Federal Student Aid or CA Dream Act application is available as early as October 1, 2020. It is in your best interest to complete the appropriate application as early as possible. We strongly recommend the FAFSA or CA Dream Act is completed no later than March 2, 2021. First time college students who plan to take classes in spring/summer 2021 continuing into the fall, will need to complete the 2020/21 and 2021/22 FAFSA or CA Dream Act application. For students starting in fall 2021, you will only need to complete the 2021/22 FAFSA or CA Dream Act application for this upcoming school year. Apply annually for Sierra College scholarship offerings by completing a single application. Deadline is March 2, 2021. Enrollment Process: Step by Step Join the DO/Sierra College REMIND Texts
Step 1: Apply to Sierra College...use this link for step by step application directions
Step 2: Log in to your mySierra account (complete the the following items in your mySierra account) Helpful mySierra Steps Webinar (Watch this video before proceeding)
Step 3: Complete the mandatory online Career and Academic Planning (CAP)
NOTE: If you require accommodations at Sierra College based on current IEP or 504, you will complete your counseling appointment with a Disabled Students Program Services (DSPS) counselor. I ask that you email me to inform me of this request and I will refer you over to DSPS, they will contact you to schedule an appointment. Step 4: Counseling Appointment: Student Education Plan
Step 5: Complete Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or Dream Act Application
Step 6: Class Registration Spring 2021 Promise Priority Registration Date: November 12, 2020 Summer/fall 2021 Promise Registration Date: TBA (Mid-April 2021) All Sierra College information will be sent to your Sierra College email address, it is extremely important to be checking your email daily/weekly. Please keep in mind, We will be working with 200+ students between fall and spring terms. It is the responsibility of the student to begin the enrollment process, please do not hesitate to reach out to Matt or myself. We look forward to working with you this year.
Sincerely, Stacey LaChance and Matt Malepeai Sierra College Enrollment Services
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