TURLOCK HIGH SCHOOL SENIOR WEBSITE
TURLOCK HIGH FINAL SENIOR SURVEY (coming in May 2023)
TRANSCRIPT REQUESTS CAN BE MADE AT THE REGISTRAR'S DESK!
Fall/Spring Senior 2023 Checklist
View and/or download your checklist here: bit.ly/thssenior2023checklist
End of the Year Review
What should you do?
Download the End of the Year Review here: SENIOR TRANSITIONS 2023 (coming in spring 2023)
HELPFUL POWERPOINTS
Check out the powerpoints below for more information regarding financial aid, college portals, and more.
WHAT ARE THE STEPS TO APPLY FOR FINANCIAL AID?
1.Create an FSA ID
You must have a STUDENT FSA ID for the FAFSA. If your parent or guardian has a social security number, they ALSO need a PARENT FSA ID. The FSA ID allows you and your parent/guardian to sign electronically. This step is NOT the FAFSA. You still must complete the application.
If you are undocumented or a dreamer, you will not need this step for the CA DreamAct Application.
2. Apply!
For students who have a social complete the FAFSA
Students who are undocumented/dreamers complete the CA DREAM ACT
You must complete and submit your FAFSA. A parent or guardian without a social security number will need to sign and mail in a signature page. Please check your personal emails for updates or actions needed regarding your FAFSA.
3. Create a CSAC account
You probably received an email telling you to create a WEBGRANTS 4 STUDENTS account by visiting mygrantinfo.csac.ca.gov. This website is where you can check the status of your Cal Grant.
After creating an account, be sure to do the following:
Enter your college of attendance
After graduation, log back in and verify you graduated from high school.
4. Review your SAR
What is a SAR? A report that will review your financial aid eligibility. Your Student Aid Report can be found on the FAFSA website. This should be available by the spring. You can check out the "Understanding your Financial Aid Package" Slides once you have received your package and need guidance navigating through it.
Check out this video to help understand your SAR.
HOW WILL I RECEIVE MY FINANCIAL AID?
How you receive your financial aid depends on the type of aid you accepted.
Grants and Student Loans
Typically, the school first applies your grant or loan money toward your tuition, fees, and (if you live on campus) room and board. Any money left over is paid to you directly for other education expenses.
You will need a bank account once it is time for you to go to college in order to access financial aid funds. Not sure what bank to use? Check what ATMs are located on the campus of the college you will be attending or banks that will be close to where you live so you can avoid fees. There are many banks that have accounts specifically designed for students which may offer different incentives, including waiving maintenance, withdrawal, or overdraft fees. Check out the link below for more information:
If you get your loan money, but then you realize that you don’t need the money after all, you may cancel all or part of your loan within 120 days of receiving it and no interest or fees will be charged.
CLICK HERE FOR MORE DETAILS REGARDING RECEIVING YOUR FINANCIAL AID
SCHOLARSHIPS
Scholarships should always be free!
For more detailed information on different types of scholarships check out our scholarship page here: https://www.turlock.k12.ca.us/Page/2315
Check out our scholarship list here: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1pzo2L_mcuNjCCrgSIfx3adsGlbRknJ2J94j2dKDRNcWLc/edit?usp=sharing
Letter of Recommendation Request
Need a letter of recommendation? See our official letter of recommendation request form below. Make sure to give two weeks notice to whomever you are requesting a letter from. Letters typically should be from a teacher, coach, counselor, mentor, supervisor, etc.
COLLEGE APPLICATIONS (CSU, UC, Private)
Check out the full list of CSUs and UCs with website links here: List of CSUs and UCs
Want to do more research on where to apply? Check out Cappex.com
Apply to one of the 23 CSUs here!
Want to know what campus offers your major? Check out this website:
Apply to one of the 9 UCs open for undergraduate admission here!
Get started on your PIQs asap! Click here for questions and tips:
Applying to a private or out of state school? Many schools have their applications on the common app!
MODESTO JUNIOR COLLEGE
Students must complete core steps to enroll. 1. Apply 2. Orientation 3. Ed Plan 4. Registration
Go to their live chat at the bottom of the page and request to meet with a counselor.
Monday-Thursday, 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
*Closed on Friday
4. Registration Tutorial
MERCED COLLEGE
Merced College has the same steps, but they break them down a bit more in their tutorials (see below)!
3. Complete Questionnaire
LIVE CHAT with someone in the Counseling department. They will make you an appointment with a counselor that can help you.
TUTORIAL- How to Register for Classes
Check out how to search for classes here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_Ywp7jQMnAI
TOP TIPS FOR A SMOOTH TRANSITION
Accept admission and pay enrollment fees BY MAY 1st. Make sure to sign up for orientation and check TO DO list and college email account for any and all additional requested documents.
1.Check your college email and take action!
Schools may be emailing you with documents needed, deadlines, etc. Email is the school's primary way of communicating with you so check your college email daily. (Above is an example of an MJC email from financial aid)
2.Check portal and To-Do list regularly
Your portal is where you view admissions and financial aid, accept/decline financial aid, view to do list, holds, etc!
3. Advocate for yourself!
Be sure to ask questions when you don't understand. If the person in front of you, can't or won't help you, find someone else. If someone doesn't return your phone call, call back. If you don't know what you need, say it. SPEAK UP FOR YOURSELF!
4. Be Curious
Curiosity will drive you to ask questions, explore, try new things, and consider others' perspectives and opinions. Always stay curious.
APPRENTICESHIPS
Check out local apprenticeship programs and opportunities here!
