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Foothill College (Los Altos)
ASSOCIATE DEGREE
Is what you receive after attending college for 2 years and passing all of the class requirements.
You might have heard the term "college major". This is the course of study that typically ends in a degree when you graduate. When you graduate with a degree, you can put this on a resume and find a job in that field or maybe a higher paying job not necessarily in that field.
CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS -
Are often shorter education programs (often less than a year), with the goal of getting you employment after receiving your certificate.
Some students either have difficulty with school or would rather just learn a job. In college, you can learn a job in a shorter amount of time, meaning you are in class for less than a year or two. These programs are called Certification (meaning earn a "Certificate") programs.
People commonly complete Certificate programs, start working in that area, then take another certificate program to enhance their skill set to prepare for promotions at work.
When looking at college programs, click here for the key to help you identify whether a course of study gives you a degree or a certificate.
Key:
AA or AS = means you earn an Associates Degree (min 2 years of school)
AA-T or AS-T = means you earn an Associates Degree and are also transferable to a university program.
CA = means you earn a Certificate of Achievement (typically short term of time in school, learning a job specialization or specific skill) or a Skills Certificate (CTE Credit programs)
This is the office on the college campus that specifically support students with IEPs or 504 plans. Think of it as having a case manager in college, except instead of regular meetings with your teacher and parents, YOU have to set up the meetings with the counselor in this office.
The best thing to do is to contact this office in the summer and connect with them. They will likely ask for your last IEP report and last Psychoeducational report (the report that the School Psychologist presents at your big IEP every 3 years).
BENEFITS:
Access/Borrowing and Training of Techology that can support your learning style
Computer lab just for DRC users
Counselors to help you
Private space just for DRC users
First choice for classes with teachers that will provide accommodations (called "Priority Registration")
Testing Accommodations - longer time on test, separate (quieter) room to take test.
Make friends with others who learn differently!
This Foothill College Class provides Orientation to college for the first time college student.
Includes Foothill College
academic policies,
resources, campus,
programs and services
transition concerns from high school to post-secondary for students requiring special classroom accommodations related to disabilities
California system of higher education
educational goals and program planning.
This course satisfies the college orientation requirement for new students.
Notes:
Some schools are partnering with Foothill so high school seniors can attend a 2-day version of SPED 8 through dual enrollment.
Ask your transition specialist if this option is available to you.
SOAR is for all incoming Foothill freshman
SOAR workshops help new Foothill students complete steps to receive priority registration.
If you take SPED 8 (above), you don't have to attend SOAR.
Click on the image or HERE to read more about this program.
From the DRC page:
The TTW Program is a 12-month program designed for people with disabilities who can function independently on a college campus but may not currently have the ability to succeed in a traditional college classroom.
Best for individuals
Who would benefit from further development of social and work experience opportunities.
If you are unsure if this is the best program for you, it is recommended that you arrange a visit to observe a class session
Click here if you want to see more information about the application process.
Application:
Complete the Application process for Foothill College (see below)
Complete the Interest Form for TTW - they will send you the additional application forms to apply to TTW. This consists of:
A written application
A letter of recommendation from school faculty or employer (not family)
A separate sponsor (parent/guardian) questionnaire
Schedule and attend an orientation with TTW staff (will fulfill the orientation requirement for applying to Foothill College)
Be prepared for an interview with TTW staff at a later date
Tips and Tricks:
Submittting all required documents by the deadlines will help ensure a spot for you in the cohort.
What they want to know in the interview is that:
You understand what you will be learning in the TTW program
That you want to attend the TTW program
For example, wrong answers include - "I don't know.... my mom and teachers told me to do this program."
FIRST STEPS...Application Process
FIRST STEPS...Application Process
Attend Orientation (four options):
SOAR - New student orientation for all incoming Foothill freshmen OR
Take Counseling 5 (1-unit course)
Complete Online Orientation - self-paced and can be completed in one sitting or multiple sittings. There is no charge for enrolling in this Canvas course. (Click here for Online Orientation enrollment login page - you must have a Campus ID number)
Follow the checklist for other enrollment and college registration steps here
Register for DRC services to get accommodations for classes (This is part of SPED 8)
The college accessibility resource centers or California Department of Rehabilitation may ask for a copy of your IEP and Psychoeducation report. If you do not have them or need a replacement, you can ask the district to send you one. Follow the procedure below.
Special Education Records Request
Special Education Records Request
All requests for records on students who were served in Special Education at the Sequoia Union High School District should be sent to: Lani Makasini at lmakasini@seq.org (650)369-1411 Ext. 22206
Please include the following information in your request:
Your first and last name
Your contact information
Student's full legal name
Student's date of birth
Students and Parents may also come into The District Office to fill out a request form at the front desk.
If the student is 18 years of age or older the student is a legal adult and must request their own records unless a parent is provided with written permission from student.
The District, by law, must respond to parent requests for records within five (5) business days.
If a request is received after school hours, the date of the request will be the next business day.
FOOTHILL COLLEGE FINANCIAL AID & SCHOLARSHIPS
FOOTHILL COLLEGE FINANCIAL AID & SCHOLARSHIPS
Undocumented, AVID and students with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Eligibility:
- First-time college students
- Full-time students (**Students with disabilities taking a reduced load of at least 6 units are eligible for the Foothill College Promise. )
Must complete FAFSA or CADAA
The program covers required textbooks for Foothill Promise students who also meet one of the following criteria:
Are a verified current or former foster youth; or
Are a participant in EOPS (Extended Opportunity Program and Services)
Are an active member of one of the following Foothill Learning Communities:
Eligibility:
Be a California resident (AB 540 Undocumented students are eligible to apply)
Register as a full-time student (12 or more units) (Students with disabilities may qualify for an exemption waiver to register in less units)
Qualify to receive a California College Promise Grant (formerly known as the BOG [Board of Governors] Fee Waiver)
Have completed less than 105 degree applicable units (excluding ESL and remedial coursework)
Meet educationally disadvantaged criteria-More information click here
Benefits:
Book vouchers to pay for required textbooks
Grants and/or pay student's Basic Fees (If funding is available)
Scholarships for eligible students
Application fee waivers to UC and CSU campuses
Funding Test fee for state licensing
Computer lab and printing (for educational purposes only)
Calculators and laptops on loan (First-come, first-served basis)
Photocopies for educational purposes
Free Cap and Gown for graduating students
OTHER WAYS TO PAY FOR COLLEGE
OTHER WAYS TO PAY FOR COLLEGE
Check out our Financial Aid/Scholarship page by clicking the button below.
We only have a few scholarships listed on our website to get you started. Visit your school's college and career center office or website to find more!!!
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Getting to College (Transportation Options)
Getting to College (Transportation Options)
In college, you are responsible for your own transportation to school.
If you drive, you may have to purchase a parking permit.
If you take a bus, you will have to pay for your own bus pass.
The programs below will give you information on some of these options.
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