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New Year, New Opportunities
Greetings!
Huntington Beach Adult School and the Student Support Services Team are here for you in 2021 as we celebrate our 50th anniversary serving the community. Whether you need resources, job placement assistance or career counseling, we have you covered. Get to know our Student Support Services Team and how to access services by clicking here.
Below you will find information, events and services relating to supporting students; from live workshops, to helpful tips and videos and community resources. We hope you enjoy this information and find it useful during your time at HBAS. Please check out the following upcoming news and events.
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JANUARY NEWS & EVENTS-At a Glance
(Click links for more info)
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1/8/21 @ 9am, 1/22/21 @ 9 am, or
1/9/21-8am-10am, Pet Food Distribution (Every 2nd Saturday)
1/11, 1/18, 1/25-Food distribution (See below)
1/18/21-Holiday-Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
1/20/21-Last Day to Register for OCC's Early Childhood Development Class
1/28/21-Deadline for Rental Assistance Application (WCARES) see below
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STUDENT WELLNESS & RESOURCES |
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Rental Assistance and
Food Distribution
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This month, Ashley would like to feature some of our partner agencies and how they can assist you financially.
Operation Hope has $500 mini-grant funds available to assist with rent/utilities/credit card payments, etc. FUNDS ARE STILL AVAILABLE
Rental Assistance is available for Westminster residents through the City of Westminster WCARES program. Applications are open from 1/13-1/28.
Lastly, Food distribution is available through Melinda Hoag Smith Center for Healthy Living and for your pet through the OC Animal Care pet food pantry held every 2nd Saturday of the month.
Information on these resources available in Spanish and Vietnamese upon request.
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Growth Mindset for Reaching Goals |
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Watch this short video by our counselor about busting limiting thoughts with a "growth mindset" as opposed to a "fixed mindset," based on the work of psychologist, Carol Dweck. You can achieve your goals by shifting your mindset. Try it and see!
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COLLEGE & CAREER CENTER NEWS |
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SCHOLARSHIPS & GRANTS AVAILABLE |
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2021-Why not start a new career? |
As the College & Career Specialist, it is my business to maintain a base of knowledge of various majors, careers, and programs in the area so I can help point you in the right direction. From apprenticeships to colleges, trade schools, and beyond, let me help you find the right fit for your short term and long term educational and career goals.
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SPOTLIGHT ON ORANGE COAST COLLEGE |
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Last day to register is 1/20/21. Class begins 3/2 and meets for 12 weeks on Tues/Thurs from 12-2pm.
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Do you want a job working with kids?
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YES! Sign me up for OCC's ECE Class-HMDV 180
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No, I'm looking for a different career
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Will you join the OCC Application Workshop?
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LOCATION
https://cccconfer.zoom.us/j/98962732909
DATE AND TIME
01/19/21 10:00am
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01/19/21 11:00am
Meet with Rena Quinonez, OCC Outreach Specialist, to receive assistance with the OCC Application for Spring 2021
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OCC has dedicated staff for our Adult Education students. Rena Quinonez, OCC Outreach Specialist, is here to help you transition from HBAS to OCC when you are ready.
Rena will host an OCC College Application Workshop for the 2021 Spring Semester. RSVP by clicking "I'll be there!" in the text box to the left.
Check out this video link featuring OCC's Award Winning Culinary Arts department.
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Going to College? Attend a FAFSA Workshop
Get help from the College & Career Specialist, Valerie Beachley. She will be hosting Friday workshops (Every Friday through the end of March) @ 12pm to assist you with completing the Free Application For Student Aid (FAFSA).
Find out how much financial aid you qualify for. Click the link below to join the zoom meeting, Fridays @ 12pm-2pm
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Are you coming to the FAFSA Workshop? (Financial Aid)
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LOCATION
Zoom https://zoom.us/j/91350223862?pwd=YTd2ckFoem5DWkRDaVF0eU1RNE9lZz09
DATE AND TIME
01/15/21 12:00pm
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01/15/21 2:00pm
Get started on the FAFSA application and learn about grant/scholarship opportunities
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Meet Arlene Flores, HBAS Job Developer. During COVID-19, Arlene's expertise in job development has been put to use more than ever before. She has helped many students prepare for virtual interviews, locate job opportunities and she updates the job board which currently has 60 active jobs.
In a recent article in our catalog she gave some tips for job searching during COVID-19. They are:
1. Get comfortable with the remote interview reality. 2. Polish your resume. 3. Now is the time to update your computer skills. 4. Don't read too much into job titles. 5. Network!!!
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Who's hiring?
Arlene maintains a job board, just for you, with currently over 60 openings.
Some jobs, you can apply to directly. Other jobs, you will need to contact her for more info, [email protected].
Check out these
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My job has been impacted by COVID-19
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Guidance Specialist (Mall)
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Guidance Specialist (BESST)
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How can the Guidance Specialist Help Me? |
Ongoing services include class selection and registration, scheduling, goal monitoring, grade recording, and record keeping. (No in-person appointments at this time)
Guidance Specialists also fulfill requests for student records including transcripts (Transcript Request form must be filled out and emailed to Guidance Specialist), GPA verifications (for CalGrant), and proof of enrollment/attendance
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Huntington Beach Adult School-Student Support Services |
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