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SVHS College & Career Center
SVHS College & Career Center
Mr. Carlos Nalda, College and Career Navigator | Email
Open Monday - Friday, 7:00am to 3:00pm | Phone: 240-740-6418 | Room 2408
Seneca Valley High School CEEB Code: 210582 | SVHS Naviance Info
ABOUT
ABOUT
Welcome! The College & Career Center holds a wealth of information and resources for students as they ponder "life after high school." Parents and students can reach out or make an appointment with Mr. Nalda in the College & Career Center for assistance with college, career, or scholarship searches. The College & Career Center also has many resources and information regarding financial aid. This is especially important for eleventh and twelfth graders.
During the school year, the College & Career Center is open 7:00am - 3:00pm. Students can come in before school, after school, or during lunch. At any other time during the day, students may come down with a pass as long as a scheduled activity is not taking place. Parents & Guardians are also welcome to schedule an appointment via email. Zoom meetings are also available.
Weekly Notes from The College & Career Center for Juniors & Seniors
Weekly Notes from The College & Career Center for Juniors & Seniors
Attention Seniors! Applying to College???
Attention Seniors! Applying to College???
Applying to College
Applying to College
The following document has been created to assist you with the process of applying to college here at SVHS. It is important that you read through this document and follow all of the steps! You may want to bookmark and/or save this important link!
Visit the Applying to College Page to see other important information and resources to assist students with the college process!
Curious or want to learn more about a particular college? Click this link to see where some of our SVHS staff members attended. They have volunteered to speak with students about their school and experience!
In-Class Presentation for Juniors/Rising Seniors
Financial Aid
Financial Aid
The Financial Aid Guide for Seniors is another important document for students to review. It contains information about financial aid, how to apply, and other important resources to help you pay for college.
College & Career Navigators: Summer Workshops 2026
College & Career Navigators: Summer Workshops 2026
Check out Summer workshops available to help students prepare for senior year. From learning about college applications to financial aid, there are many topics and presentation options for you to explore this summer!
MCPS students/families are welcome to attend any workshop. Please register in advance if requested.
*Many workshops are offered virtually via zoom.
Questions? Reach out to Mr. Nalda in the College & Career Center.
2026 SVHS Summer Workshops Flyer.pdfEvents & Opportunities
Events & Opportunities
College Admissions Q&A for Seniors: Your Ultimate Application Roadmap
College Admissions Q&A for Seniors: Your Ultimate Application Roadmap
Join Collegewise for a live Q&A session designed specifically for seniors and their families navigating the final stretch of the college admissions process. Our expert counselors will answer your questions, share insider insights, and help you focus on the steps that matter most right now — so you can finish strong and submit your applications with confidence.
Whether you’re finalizing essays, waiting for recommendations, or just looking for reassurance you’re on the right track, this Q&A will give you the clarity and confidence to make your senior year count. Bring your questions — Collegewise experts will have answers.
Wednesday, August 19, 2026 | 7:30 p.m. EST
Get Set to Complete the FAFSA
Get Set to Complete the FAFSA
The 2027-2028 Free Application for Federal Student Aid can help you pay for college.
Students and their families are invited to join us on Zoom to:
Learn more about completing the FAFSA
Create a Federal Student Aid account
Gather documents needed for the FAFSA
Hear answers to frequently asked questions
Monday, October 5, 2026 at 6:00 PM on Zoom
Questions?
Contact Jill Semmens at jsemmens@collegiatedirections.org.
261005_GetSet_SHS.pdfCollege and Career Readiness Videos
College and Career Readiness Videos
Collection of college and career readiness recordings of workshops hosted by a variety of experts in their field. From, how to interpret the Common Data Set to What is a Good Fit for College, to How to Make your Common App less Common - you will find answers to many of your questions by watching these pre-recorded videos!
*Shared and maintained by Bethesda-Chevy Chase High School.
Calendar of Events
Calendar of Events
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