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Seneca Valley - College & Career Center

Mr. Carlos Nalda, College & Career Information Coordinator  |  Email

Open Mon-Fri, 7:00am - 3:00pm  |  Phone:  240-740-6418  |  Room 2408

Seneca Valley High School CEEB Code210582  |  SVHS Naviance Info


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. 


Applying to College???

Seniors Click Here to access our 'Applying to College Page' which contains SVHS College Application Packet, Financial Aid Guide for Seniors, and other important resources to assist students with the college process! 


Weekly Notes from The College & Career Center for Juniors & Seniors



College & Career Rep Visits to SVHS

Juniors & Seniors are encouraged to participate in visits to learn more about colleges and universities.  Students interested in participating in visits must register in Naviance.  The list of college visits is available in Naviance or on the link below.  Visit dates can also be seen on the SVHS College & Career Center Calendar (at the bottom of this page).

Events & Opportunities

Montgomery College:  Sesión virtual para padres en español - 4 de Abril

Jueves 4 de Abril de 2024  |  6pm - 7pm  |  folleto informativo

Priscyla Aguilar-Villatoro de Montgomery College abordara los siguentes temas:

Enlace de zoom:  https://mcpsmd.zoom.us/j/82885740535?pwd=YkRxM3FpQXU3ZEpGcjJsaThnT1plQT09

ID de reunión:  828 8574 0535

Código de acceso:  003403

Exelon Foundation Boys to STEM Academy @ UMD

July 28 - August 2, 2024  |  University of Maryland, College Park

Calling all young men currently in 10th or 11th grade (Class of 2025 or 2026) interested in energy and sustainability!  

Embark on a free electrifying week of energy, climate change, and leadership at the Exelon Foundation Boys to STEM Academy. Unleash your curiosity through hands-on projects, a weeklong energy challenge, and immersive experiences that blend STEM with essential leadership skills. Explore sustainable energy solutions and become part of a community shaping the future. Don't miss out on this opportunity to explore, learn, and lead towards a sustainable future! 

Application deadline is April 4!

Click here for more information and to apply

MCPS Out of School Time Grow Your Own Career Fair - April 10

April 10, 9am - 12pm  |  Northwest HS

MCPS Out of School Time has partnered up with Grow Your Own to offer students an amazing opportunity on April 10th to attend a Grow Your Own Career Fair with community partners.  This is the perfect time for students to learn about job applications, interviewing, and possibly get an interview on the spot.  Students of all grades welcome.

The deadline to register is April 1st.

Click here to register  |  Click here for the flyer

Exelon Foundation STEM Academy @ UMD

July 28 - August 2, 2024  |  University of Maryland, College Park

Calling all young women currently in 10th or 11th grade (Class of 2025 or 2026) interested in energy and sustainability!  Looking for a fun and supportive environment to connect with other young women who are interested in energy & sustainability?  Considering a future career in science, technology, engineering, or math?  Want to know more about energy, sustainability, and climate change? Interested in improving your leadership skills?

The Exelon Foundation STEM Academy is a free, week-long in-person event. Learn from women working in STEM and business leaders. Visit energy facilities. Explore sustainability, energy efficiency, renewable energy and climate change. Connect with like-minded peers.

Application deadline is April 11!

Click here for more information and to apply

Job Fair, Westfield Montgomery Mall - April 20

Saturday, April 20, 2024  |  1:00PM to 4:00PM

Multiple retailers as well as Community partners including but not limited to MCPD, Gaithersburg Police, BBCRS, Rockville City Police, Emergency 911 and more will be coming out for hiring and recruiting opportunities  for part-time, full-time as well as some holiday hours.

Click here for the flyer

Summer Junior Leader Program - Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Washington, Germantown Branch 

Summer SSL opportunity for rising 9th graders-12th graders! We are calling all Junior Leaders to apply for our Summer Junior Leader program! Junior Leaders are volunteer club members (going into the 9th grade - 12th grade) who are interested in learning leadership skills and skills to work with youth. Each Junior Leader will be assigned to a Camp Counselor that they will assist with daily activities. The Junior Leader program allows our teen members to have an amazing summer, gain work experience and training, while earning SSL hours. 

All applicants must submit a completed application packet (application, essay, and 3 letters of recommendation) due by Friday, April 26, 2024

Click here for more information and the link to the application

SVHS College & Career Center Calendar

Check below to see the latest list of SVHS College & Career Center events including college rep visits, workshops, events and more!  Click on the title of each entry to see details and registration information.  Check back often as dates are continually added throughout the year.

College & Career Readiness Workshop Videos

Collection of college and career readiness recordings of our workshops hosted by a variety of experts in their field.  


https://www.youtube.com/@collegereadiness367/videos