College, Career and Transitions2021-03-19T18:21:36-07:00

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Hornet Spotlight

Julianna Campas –
College: Chapman University
Major: Strategic Corporate Communication
Grade level: Junior
My favorite thing about attending Novato High school was having the opportunity to connect and create relationships with classmates, teachers, coaches, and administration. I loved being around classmates with all kinds of different talents and passions through MSA, various athletics teams, or academic clubs. I am grateful to have had such an awesome experience at Novato that has helped me to reach my goal of playing basketball collegiately and furthering my education at Chapman.

Brooke Long-

UC Davis women’s lacrosse team
Major: human development
Grade: junior (3rd year)
One thing I really enjoyed about Novato High was the people I was surrounded by each day. My friends made me realize how special my time was there and gave me the memories I will hold onto forever, in a place I can always call my home at Novato High 🙂
Calling Hornet Alumni!  We’re looking to spotlight diverse career paths, and build a network of alumni interested in supporting our young adults on their journey.  Please visit the Hornet Alumni page and let us know what you’re doing these days, where you went to school, and if you have any internship or job opportunities for students.

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Exploring Different Paths

Explore Career Options

info about different careers

Explore Career Options

  • If you like ___ you might like ___
  • Occupational Outlook Handbook
  • Local Companies
  • Informational Interviews

Explore Your Strengths & Interests

links to some tools to identify your strengths and interests

Explore Your Strengths & Interests

  • Interest & Strengths Assessments

Explore Post-Grad Pathways

college, community college & non-college paths, and what to do if you're not sure

Explore Post-Grad Pathways

  • What Difference Does a College Degree Make?
  • Four-Year College Degree
  • Vocational Training & Certification Programs
  • Gap Year
  • Straight-To-Work

Navigating Naviance

how to get set up and what you'll find there

Navigating Naviance

  • What’s in Naviance?
  • How do I get into Naviance?
  • Other questions?

Getting Ready

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Academic Planning

classes required for different colleges

Academic Planning

  • High School Graduation
  • UC System
  • Cal State System
  • Other Colleges
  • Dual Enrollment
    • College of Marin
    • Santa Rosa Junior College

Getting Experience

after school & summer jobs, volunteer opportunities

Getting Experience

  • Resume
  • Internships 
  • Apprenticeships
  • Community Service Opportunities
  • Technical Training Programs
  • Work Permit
  • Summer & After School Jobs

Forms and FAQs

work permit, transcripts & other forms

Forms and FAQs

  • Work Permit
  • Community Service
  • Transcripts
  • FAQs

Planning for College

Applying for College

after school & summer jobs, volunteer opportunities

Applying for College

  • Application Deadlines
  • Applications – The Common App, UC Applications, Cal State Applications
  • Community College – College of Marin, Santa Rosa Junior College
  • College Admission Requirements – UC, Cal State Systems, Private, International

Paying for College

financial aid, scholarships, efc

Paying for College

  • Financial Aid – FAFSA & CSS
  • Scholarships
  • Other Sources

Explore Colleges

local, research, liberal arts and specialty

Explore Colleges

  • Liberal Arts
  • Research Universities
  • In-State vs Out-of-State
  • Creating A College List
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Straight-To-Work Pathways

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Arts

artistic careers that don't require a college degree

Arts

Graphic Design

Music

Stage

TV

Radio

Military Service

careers in the military

Military Service

Army

Navy

Air Force

Marines

Coast Guard

National Guard

Culinary & Food Services

careers in the culinary arts

Culinary & Food Services

Chef

Catering

Baking

Sommelier

Technology

technology careers that don't require a college degree

Technology

Certifications

Training Programs

Self-Learning

Medical

medical careers that don't require a college degree

Medical

Nursing

EMT

X-ray Lab Technician

Other

Trades

careers in skilled trades

Trades

Construction

HVAC

Electrical

Automotive

Other

Frequently Asked Questions

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