College & Career Center
WELCOME!
The College and Career Center is located in the Workday Student Center and has many valuable resources for students and parents. Students from all grades are welcome to schedule one-on-one appointments to discuss college & career exploration, volunteer and job opportunities and the post high school planning process.
Ana Mooney
MV College and Career Advisor
(925)314-1902
Email: amooney@srvusd.net
Schedule a one on one meeting *HERE*
*Please note: I do not discuss course selections. Please contact your alphabet counselor for course selections and non district course information
College Representatives: please schedule your visit on Rep Visits
Hours
Monday: 8:00am-4:00pm
Tuesday: 8:00am-4:00pm
Wednesday: 8:00am-4:00pm
Thursday: 8:00am-4:00pm
Friday: 8:00am-4:00pm
Topics May Include
College exploration
College application process
Essay brainstorming
Scholarships & financial aid
Community college
Trade School/Careers
Military options
Standardized testing & recommended timelines
Summer programs, jobs, & internships
Volunteer opportunities
Resume & interviewing tips
Goal Setting
For information about CSF at Monte Vista please go to the CSF Website
Job/Volunteer Opportunities
Interested in the John Muir Health or San Ramon Reginal Medical Center Student Volunteer Program's? Please read these FAQ's
ACEing Autism helps kids on the autism spectrum learn to play tennis. Check out this flyer for more information on volunteering at their tennis clinics here at Monte Vista!
Camp Counselors Wanted! YMCA Camp Campbell is looking for Counselor Volunteers
USDA Forest Service Jobs
Looking for a Part Time job? Check out this posting! Local business with flexible hours!
For information about John Muir Health or San Ramon Regional Medical Volunteer Program, please read these FAQ's
Leadership/Internship/Special Programs
4 week Internship in marketing/business in the Apparel industry: Deadline February 7
CA Dept of Education Youth Advisory Council: Deadline February 17, 2025
UC Berkeley emBARC Summer Design Program Deadline: February 18, 2025
Black Men in White Coats Youth Summit: March 1, 2025 Las Positas College
2025 Catalyst Academy 8 week Summer Research Program in Public Health: Deadline March 7,2025
Interested in working in public service with elected officials? APAPA Summer Internship Program Deadline: March 1, 2025
UC Davis High School Pre-Health Symposium Saturday March 8, 2025
2nd Annual Contra Costa Shark Tank Youth Competition Deadline: March 15, 2025
Interested in a career in mental health? Check out the Youth Mental Health Academy for an internship opportunity Deadline: March 31, 2025
Interested in pursuing a medical career? Free virtual Info Session with Dr. Valerie Teng, March 31 7:00pm
Plumbers & Steamfitters Local 159 Apprenticeship Program :Applications due March 24-April 4th
Scholarships
Applying to Sonoma State? Check out their scholarship opportunities
Danville Women's Club Patty Hart Memorial Scholarship: Deadline February 28, 2025
Tri-Counties Bank: Deadline March 12, 2025
Alamo Women's Club Hearts of Gold Scholarship: Deadline March 3, 2025
Travis Credit Union $2,000 Community Impact Scholarship: Deadline March 3, 2025
Ninth Circuit Civics Essay Contest Deadline March 7, 2025
Blackhawk Scholarship Fund for Female Students: Deadline March 1, 2025
Horatio Algers National Scholarship for current Juniors: Deadline March 1. 2025
UCSB Yardi Scholars for Environmental Justice 4 year scholarship: Deadline March 10, 2025
Resources
Need Help With Your Essays? Check out the College Essay Guy
Free test prep and tutoring! Check out Khan Academy
Test Prep and Bootcamps! Check out our own MV Academic Boosters
Questions about applying to UC's? Check out UCSB's tutorials on how to apply to UC's, answering the PIQ's and much more!
2024-25 Upcoming Events
February 22 NeuroGuidance Workshop for 9-12 grade students Bengali Park, San Ramon
February 25 UC for Everyone virtual admission info event 6:00pm-7:30pm
February 24 and 25 FAFSA Workshop through Cal State East Bay 3:30-5:30 pm in person and virtual
February 27 DVC DSS Zoom Session for Families 5:30pm-7:00
March 15 NACAC College Fair St. Mary's College, Moraga 1:00-3:00pm
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Juniors and Seniors can sign up for Rep Visits in Naviance!
Rep Visit Guidelines
For visits scheduled during SS, sign up for Room 118. You must stay the entire time
For visits during class time, it is your responsibility to arrange with your teacher
If you can not make a visit but interested in the school, email Ms. Mooney