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February 9, 2013

Career and Education Day

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Room Page

BUSINESS

Careers in Accounting 360 E 11

Careers in Banking 360 A 11

Careers in Business 360 D 11

COLLEGE INFORMATION

C.A.S.H. for College: Traditional and Creative 352 D 12

Ways to Cover College Expenses

College Plan for Middle School Students 351 C 12

and their Parents

Deferred Action (DACA) Higher Education 372 D 12

(SB 1528 & TASFA) for Undocumented Students

Demystifying the College Admission 351 A 12

Process: Tips on How to Best Prepare

Financial Aid to Attend College 351 B 12

Finding My Best Fit: Finding the College 352 D 12

that Makes Me Soar!

Opportunities & Admissions at 351 D 12

Top-Tier Colleges

The Student Perspective – Admissions 352 E 13

Process, Financial Aid, and College Life

COMMUNICATIONS AND MEDIA

Careers in Media - Radio Professions/ 371 A 13

Print Journalism

Careers in Media - Televisions Professions 371 B 13

Exploring Careers in Communications, 371 D 13

Public Relations and Marketing

Independent Filmmakers 371 E 14

Print Journalism 371 F 14

LIBERAL ARTS

Arts and Cultural Careers 361 F 14

Interpreting and Translation 361 A 14

Museums as a Career: The MFAH 361 C 14

House Museums

Religious Careers 361 B 14

Teaching Foreign Languages 361 D 15

OTHER CAREER FIELDS

Building and Construction 360 F 15

Careers as a Licensed Dyslexia Therapist 370 F 15

Careers in Agriculture, Horticulture, 370 C 15

Food Safety and USDA

Careers in Medicine 370 A 15

Career Opportunities at METRO. The 370 E 16

Transit Authority of Harris County, Houston

Education: Careers in Counseling 350 C 16

Information Wizards: Careers in 370 B 16

Professional Librarianship

Legal Professions 370 D 16

Opportunities at U.S. Service Academies 361 E 17

QUICK GUIDE TO PANEL SESSIONS

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PARENTS AND FAMILIES

Family Education 372 E 17

Families Empowered* 372 C 17

Health Education* 372 F 17

Health Education, Awareness & Screening 381 A 18

“I Am First” Resources, Information, and 362 A 18

Tips for First Generation College Students

Information for Parents of College 372 B 18

Bound Students*

Is My Child Ready: Have You Talked to 372 A 18

You School About STAAR?

Opening Doors Together – Parental 362 A 18

Involvement in the Financial Aid Process

Opening Doors Together – Supporting Your 362 A 18

Child through the College Admissions Process

Parent Engagement – HISD* 362 D 19

ADMISSIONS AND FINANCIAL AID PLAZAS

Computer Lab Available: Start your admissions 320 B/E 24

and/or financial aid application today!

Get Ready! Prepare for College 320 C 41

Get set! Apply for Financial Aid 330 A 24

Get set! Apply to College 330 B 24

GO! Life as a College Student and What 320 F 41

You Can Expect

Meet with a Financial or Admissions Counselor 320 A/D 24

SPECIAL INTEREST

Building Strong Communities - Volunteers 351 E 19

Working Toward a Better America

Purpose: Discover It, Birth It and Live It 352 A 19

School Choice & HISD: Your Bridge to 351 F 19

the Future

STEM

Careers in the Geosciences: What’s Down 350 D 20

There? Coring the Earth - GeoFORCE

Designing Your Future as a Rocket Scientist - 350 F 21

Engineering for Space Exploration

Engineering: What Is It and How Do I Do It? 360 C 20

Forensic Science 360 B 20

Oil and Gas Careers for the 21st Century 350 A 20

Process Technology - A 2-year College 350 E 20

Degree that PAY$

Science, Technology, Engineering and Math 350 B 21

In the Oil and Gas Business

*en Español

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Philosophy

VisionTo be the premier resource for Hispanic students and families as they pursue educational and career goals.

Mission The Houston Hispanic Forum is a 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization focused on improving Hispanic achievement in the greater Houston area through information and dialogue, service, collaborations, and promoting awareness of educational issues affecting Hispanics.

Values • Giving back to the community • Organizational integrity and transparency • Collaboration with organizations with strong reputations • Education is the most important vehicle for self improvement • Education is an individual right • Equality of opportunity • Appreciation of Hispanic heritage as part of the organization

Goals • To serve as an organized, non-partisan group of concerned individuals who provide leadership, vitality and unity among Hispanics.

• To enhance, strengthen and recognize the image of Hispanics.

• To act as a liaison for Hispanic interests with constituent individuals and groups in the city, state, and nation.

• To assist Hispanic youth develop their talents and abilities and help them achieve their professional and personal goals.

• To provide a means for educational growth and help to the community at large.

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Musical Entertainment/Video

HHF Welcome David V. Flores, President, Houston Hispanic Forum, President and CEO, Flores Capital Emcee Raúl Peimbert, Emmy Award Winner, Anchor of “Noticias 45 Edición Nocturna,” Univision Presentation of Colors Klein Oak High School AF JROTC, Klein ISD, MSgt. James Brumfield, Coordinator Pledge of Allegiance Adrian Garcia, Texas A&M Cadet, 2016 Invocation Most Rev. George A. Sheltz, Auxiliary Bishop and Chancellor, Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston

City of Houston Welcome Ed Gonzalez, City of Houston Council Member, District H, Mayor Pro-Tem

Keynote Speaker R.H. Steve Stevens, Jr., Chairman of the Board, Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo

Special Instructions Dr. Diana Pino, Second Vice President, Houston Hispanic Forum, Vice Chancellor for Student Services, Houston Community College

Dismissal to Panel Sessions Students in grades 9, 10, 11 & 12 proceed to the Panel Sessions. Students in grades 6, 7 and 8 remain seated for the Middle School Program.

Program Book Cover – Returning to earlier tradition, HHF held an art contest asking various school district art department students to design this year’s cover. The winner was Audry Stuart, 7th grade, Johnston Middle School, Houston ISD.

Opening Ceremonies9:00 AM to 9:30 AM – Exhibit Hall B3, Third Floor

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9:00 AM to 9:30 AM Opening Ceremonies Exhibit Hall B3, 3rd Floor 9:45 AM to 10:30 AM Middle School Program, Exhibit Hall B3

10:00 AM to 2:00 PM Panel Sessions, Meeting Rooms, Third Floor Students and parents are encouraged to attend the panel sessions. Please consult the Color Panel Guide for topics. A map of the third floor and panel guide are shown on Page 22. Please arrive on time, as you will not be allowed to interrupt sessions in progress.

10:30 AM to 1:00 PM Lunch, George Bush Ballroom, Third Floor Lunch Entertainment: Las Americas Ballet Folklorico – Jack Velasquez, B.A., Public Relations Artistic Director: Gustavo Gallardo, M.Ed. Grupo Folklorico Zapata – Miguel Ponce, Director Mariachi Hermosura Juvenil – Eva Rosas, Director Artistic Director: Jose Longoria Ambassadors Internaional Ballet Folklorico – Nelly Fraga, Director Artistic Director: Belen Cazarez Lunch #1 10:30 AM – 11:15 PM All middle school students and parents (un-marked programs)

Lunch #2 11:15 AM – 12:00 Noon All 9th grade students and parents (un-marked programs)

Lunch #3 12:00 Noon – 1:30 PM All 10th, 11th, and 12th grade students and parents (red-marked programs)

Lunch #4 12:30 PM – 1:00 PM All 10th, 11th and 12th grade students and parents (black-marked programs)

10:00 AM to 3:00 PM Exhibit Area open in Hall A3, Third Floor High school students may visit the Exhibit Hall from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM Middle school students may visit the Exhibit Hall from 12:00 Noon to 3:00 PM

10:00 AM to 3:00 PM TG College Admissions and Financial Aid Information Plaza on the 3rd floor. Juniors, seniors and parents are invited to stop by to learn more about college financing. Fill out your FAFSA Form online. Go online to fill out your Apply Texas Application Form. Learn more about how to enter the college of your choice. 8:30 AM to 3:00 PM Free childcare in Room 310 F, 3rd floor, for children under 6th grade.

What to do at Career Day

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Panels 11-21Exhibitors 252012-2013 Houston Hispanic Forum Board of Directors 26Sponsor Logos 28Career and Education Day Media Acknowledgment 29Panelists 30-35Planning Committee 36-37College Planning Resources 38Choose Your Middle School Courses 43

Disclaimer: The Houston Hispanic Forum (HHF) is a 501 (c) (3) non-profit organization promoting awareness, understanding, and dialogue about the issues affecting the Hispanic Community and the community at large. HHF reserves the right to refuse any applicant for exhibit space at Career and Education Day (CED). HHF further reserves the right to restrict displays or exhibits which, because of noise, methods of operation, materials, or for any reason, including but not limited to being deemed offensive or inappropriate for CED and the target age group and audience, become objectionable. HHF also reserves the right to restrict, prohibit and/or remove any display or exhibit that, in the opinion of HHF, detracts from the general character or the appearance of the exposition. In the event of such restrictions, prohibition or removal, HHF will not be liable for any refunds and/or other exhibit expenses. Additionally, the materials, whether displays, exhibits, or otherwise, at CED do not reflect the views, policies, opinions, or endorsement of HHF, and HHF makes no representation concerning and does not guarantee the source, originality, accuracy, completeness or reliability of any statement, information, data, finding, interpretation, advice, opinion, or view presented.

Table of Contents

9:45 AM – 10:30 PM Middle School Program begins, Exhibit Hall B 3 Lauren M. Soliz, HHF Board Member, Committee Chair, Attorney

9:50 AM - 10:00 AM Roy Flores, Motivational Speaker

Roy Flores has been a professional speaker, trainer and consultant for more than 30 years. He has a degree in Behavioral Psychology form the University of Houston and is certified as a Master practitioner in Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) from the Anthony Robbins Research Institute in California. Before pursuing professional speaking, Mr. Flores was a top stock broker for Merrill Lynch and Lehman Brothers on Wall Street. Mr. Flores also served as a former officer and jet pilot for the United States Marine Corps. 10:00 AM – 10:15 AM Esti Arriaga, College Readiness Consultant

Prior to joining HISD as a School Improvement Officer, Esti Arriaga worked with a number of school districts across Texas and New Mexico as an Educational Manager with the College Board. Her responsibilities consisted of training administrators, teachers and counselors on the use of College Board products and services, providing timely and useful information and most importantly, consulting with district leadership regarding college preparation initiatives and direction. Her work at Arizona State University’s Admissions Office, before joining College Board, established the foundation for her commitment to working diligently to serve under-represented students and assisting them in attaining their higher education goals. Esti’s dedication to excellence and equity in college readiness access stems from her personal journey of attaining a degree from the University of Arizona and her current work at Rice University. These experiences fortify her team’s current work in providing HISD students with access to college readiness resources that include AP, IB, SAT and others.

10:15 AM – 10:30 AM Lamar Dance Theatre Break-Dance/Hip-Hop, Lamar High School Director – Meoka McBride Instructor – Nosa Edebor

10:30 AM – 11:15 AM Lunch Drinks sponsored by Rice University George Bush Ballroom (3rd floor) Middle School Panels

10:00 AM – 2:00 PM Room 351 C – College Plan for Middle School Students and their Parents 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM Room 320 C – Get Ready! Prepare for college (Recommended for 6th to 11th graders)

Middle School Program

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Business

Careers in Accounting(Courtesy of Association of Latino Professionals in Finance & Accounting (ALPFA), Deloitte and the Houston CPA Society)Room: 360E10:00 a.m. – 10:50 a.m.Careers as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) – Houston CPA SocietyPresenters:

Lupe GarciaChris MatlockValerie OmidiranGayla Samuels

Moderator: Jacquetta Garrison

11:00 a.m. – 11:50 a.m.My Life as an Accountant – ALPFA & DeloittePresenters:

Alex ArmendarizLuis LinanMarisela LuvianoPeola N. Lever

Moderator: Nancy Molina12:00 noon – 12:50 p.m.My Life as an Accountant – ALPFA & DeloittePresenters:

Juan BetancourtMartha De La TorreLuis LinanAmanda Mendieta

Moderator: Zameer Upadhya

1:00 p.m. – 1:50 p.m.My Life as an Accountant – ALPFA, Deloitte & HCPASPresenters:

Juan BetancourtMartha De La TorreJason AbneyJesus Mears

Moderator: Art Alaniz

Careers in Banking(Courtesy of Wells Fargo)Coordinators: Jo Ann Vasquez and Anastasia “Stacy” HarrisRoom: 360A

Volunteers: Blanca Aveiga; Erica Contreras, Rudolfo “Rudy” Garcia, Luis Guerra, Anastasia “Stacy” Harris, Patrick Hernandez, Roberto Hernandez, Oscar Martinez, Seerat Nazmi, Alma Perez, Herman Rodriguez, Andrea Shiloh, Alejandro “Alex” Suescun, Melissa Trevino, and Jo Ann Vasquez

10:00 a.m. – 10:50 a.m.Presenters:

Alma Perez, Market Growth & Development ConsultantLuis Guerra, Store ManagerOscar Martinez, Business Banking Manager

Roberto Hernandez, Personal Banker Rudolfo “Rudy” Garcia, Senior Private Banker

Moderator: Jo Ann Vasquez, Corporate Banking Loan Team Manager

11:00 a.m. – 11:50 a.m.Presenters:

Alma Perez, Market Growth & Development ConsultantLuis Guerra, Store ManagerRoberto Hernandez, Personal BankerHerman Rodriguez, Senior Business Banking Relationship ManagerMelissa Trevino, Private Loan Underwriter


12:00 noon – 12:50 p.m.Presenters:

Erica Contreras, Learning & Development ConsultantPatrick Hernandez, Store ManagerAlejandro “Alex” Suescun, Senior Commercial Relationship ManagerAndrea Shiloh, Business Banking Relationship ManagerSeerat Nazmi, Financial Analyst


1:00 p.m. – 1:50 p.m.Presenters:

Blanca Aveiga, Senior Private Loan UnderwriterErica Contreras, Learning & Development ConsultantPatrick Hernandez, Store ManagerAlejandro “Alex” Suescun, Senior Commercial Relationship ManagerAndrea Shiloh, Business Banking Relationship Manager


Careers in BusinessRoom 360 DCoordinator: Jose V. Garza, Secretary/Compliance Officer NSHMBA Houston

Volunteers: Jose V. Garza, Ben Gonzalez, Carlos Fernandez, Marie Bergeron, Guillermo Mezzatesta, Miriam Luis Reyes. Juliana Witt, David Witt

10:00 a.m. – 10:50 a.m. Careers in Banking, Finance, and AccountingPresenters:

Alex Suescun, Relationship Manager, North Houston Commercial Banking, Wells FargoSantana Perez, Credit Analyst Officer Development Program, Amegy BankFelicia Garcia, Assurance Staff, Harper, Pearson and Co.

Moderator: Jose V. Garza, Accountant, Methodist Hospital System

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12 noon – 12:50 p.m.Careers in Human ResourcesPresenters:

Willie French, Director – Recruiting, The Methodist Hospital SystemDenise Espinoza, Sr. Human Resources Representative, Spectra EnergyCarlos Fernandez, Sr. Recruiter, Methodist Hospital System

Moderator: Marie Bergeron, Director of MBA for Executives, Rice University

1:00 p.m. – 1:50 p.m.Careers in Advertising, Sales, and MarketingPresenters:

Ana Mena, Marketing Strategist, Gelb ConsultingEric Melchor, Online Marketing Manager, Direct EnergyDaniel Velasco, Marketing Manager, Houston Texans

Moderator: Ben Gonzalez, Sr. Analyst, Jacobs Consulting

College Information

C.A.S.H. for College: Traditional and Creative Ways to Cover College Expenses(Courtesy of University of Houston Downtown)Coordinator: Leticia Sanchez, Admissions CounselorRoom: 352 D

10 a.m. – 10:50 a.m.12 noon – 12:50 p.m.Presenter:

Marisol Garza - Assistant Director, Customer Service & Outreach

College Plan for Middle School Students and their Parents(Courtesy of Kids to College)Coordinator: Jermaine AlexanderRoom: 351 C

10 a.m. – 10:50 a.m.11 a.m. – 11:50 a.m.12 noon – 12:50 p.m.1 p.m. – 1:50 p.m.

Jermaine AlexanderLeticia VerdinezMarylou Ortuvia

Deferred Action (DACA) Higher Education (SB 1528 & TASFA) for Undocumented Students (bilingual English/Spanish)(Courtesy of Familias Immigrantes y Estudiantes en la Lucha (FIEL))Room: 372 DCoordinator: Cesar EspinosaVolunteers: Guillermos Martinez, Gerson Morales, Martin Robles, Maura Maura Montalvo

10 a.m. – 10:50 a.m.11 a.m. – 11:50 a.m.

12 noon – 12:50 p.m.1 p.m. – 1:50 p.m.Presenters:

David Johnston – College Access Director, Project GRAD HoustonFernando Alvares – Immigration Attorney, FIEL Houston Inc.Aura Espinosa – Director of Legal Department, FIEL Houston Inc.Cesar Espinosa – Executive Director, FIEL Houston Inc.

Demystifying the College Admission Process: Tips on How to Best Prepare(Courtesy of ACT)Room: 351 A

10 a.m. – 10:50 a.m.11 a.m. – 11:50 a.m.12 noon – 12:50 p.m.1 p.m. – 1:50 p.m.Presenter:

Don Pitchford, PhD – ACT Senior Consultant

Financial Aid to Attend College Coordinator: Sandra Joseph TaylorRoom: 351 B

10 a.m. – 10:50 a.m.11 a.m. – 11:50 a.m.12 noon – 12:50 p.m.1 p.m. – 1:50 p.m.Ins & Outs of Finding Scholarships – Mary SiasFAFSA & Loans – How to Maximize Your Financial Aid – Sandra Joseph Taylor

Presenters:Sandra Joseph Taylor – EDU Funding GuidanceMary Sias – University of Houston

Finding My Best Fit: Finding the College that Makes Me Soar!(Courtesy of University of Houston Downtown)Coordinator: Leticia Sanchez, Admissions CounselorRoom: 352 D

11 a.m. – 11:50 a.m.Presenter:

Kecia Osbourne – Associate Director of Admissions

Opportunities & Admissions at Top-Tier Colleges(Courtesy of EMERGE Fellowship)Coordinator: Rick CruzRoom: 351 D


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Presenters:Rick Cruz – Opportunities available at top-tier collegesEsti Arriaga – Preparing oneself academicallyNefertari Mundi – Extra-curriculars and InvolvementAurora Ignacio – Admissions, Tips, and Advice

The Student Perspective – Admission Process, Financial Aid, and College Life(Courtesy of Hispanic Association for Cultural Enrichment at Rice University)Coordinators: Crystal Olalda-Garcia, David MedinaRoom: 352 E

10 a.m. – 10:50 a.m.11 a.m. – 11:50 a.m.12 noon – 12:50 p.m.1 p.m. – 1:50 p.m.Video: Motivating High School Students to Attend CollegeCollege life, Admission Process and Financial Aid: Hear it from Rice StudentsQuestion and Answer Session: What to you want to know?

Communications and Media

Careers in Media - Print Journalism(Courtesy of Univision)Coordinator: Sybil Monciváis Sánchez, Community Affairs Coordinator, Univision 45Room: 371 A

12 noon – 12:50 p.m.Presenters:

Juan Alanis, Freelance WriterOlivia P. Tallet, Senior City Reporter, Houston Chronicle/ La Voz

1 p.m. – 1:50 p.m.Presenters:

Anna Gallegos, Former Editor-in-Chief, The Venture Monica Grimaldo, Reporter, El Gato Media Network Luis Ortiz, Reporter, The Overtime Page Ray Ruiz, President, El Gato Media Network

Careers in Media - Radio Professions(Courtesy of Univision)Coordinator: Sybil Monciváis Sánchez, Community Affairs Coordinator, Univision 45Room: 371 A

10 a.m. – 10:50 a.m.Presenters:

Beto Najera, Morning Show Host, MEGA 101 FMEli Escobar, Morning Show Co-Host, MEGA 101 FMLiz Becerril, PSA Director & Mid-Days Host, MEGA 101 FMVictor Guajardo, Sales Account Executive, CBS Radio


Maria Esther Mendez, On-Air Talent, Recuerdo 106.5 FMJose “Jojo” Padron, Morning Show On-Air Talent, Tu Música 104.9 FMAlberto Rodriguez, Production Director/ DJ Fuzion, Tu Música 104.9 FMNelson Vanegas, Production Creative Director, Univision Radio

Careers in Media - Television Professions(Courtesy of Univision)Coordinator: Sybil Monciváis Sánchez, Community Affairs Coordinator, Univision 45Room: 371 B


Cynthia Cisneros, Vice President of Community Affairs, KTRK ABC 13Antonio Hernandez, Anchor/reporter, KTMD Telemundo 47Rebecca Suarez, Weekend Anchor/Reporter, KXLN Univision 45Anthony Yanez, Meteorologist, KPRC Local 2


Renato Castillo, News Producer, KTMD Telemundo 47Maggie Flecknoe, NewsFix Segment Producer/Writer, KIAH CW 39Rita Garcia, Weekend Anchor/Reporter, KRIV FOX 26Carlos A. Robles, Meteorologist, KXLN Univision 45


Natalie Bomke, Morning News Anchor, KRIV FOX 26Enrique Gonzalez, Sports Reporter/Producer, KXLN Univision 45Jeff McShan, Reporter, KHOU 11Ariana Montelongo de Valdivia, On-Air Talent/Outreach Coordinator, Houston Media Source


Sheletta Brundidge, Assignments Editor, KHOU 11Claudia Deschamps, Host of “Houston on the Move”, HCC TVDenisse Cantu, Host of “Aprendamos Juntos”, HISD TVJackie Gil, Host of “¡Color!”, www.mycolor.tv

Exploring Careers in Communications, Public Relations, & Marketing(Courtesy of Houston Community College)Coordinator: Nell Bradley – Public Relations Director, HCCRoom: 371 D12:00 noon – 12:50 p.m.Presenters:

Martha Barrera, Public Affairs Specialist, HEBVernonica Garcia, Community Manager, American

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Cancer SocietyAlexa Valencia, External Relations Manager, Direct Energy

Independent Filmmakers(Courtesy of Sam Houston State University)Coordinator: Dr. Thomas GarrettRoom: 371 E


Dr. Jean Bodon - Filmmaking in France and in FrenchDr. Thomas Garrett - Filmmaking in Mérida, México and in Spanish/English

Moderator: Dr. Thomas Garrett


Lorís Simón - A Documentary on FeminismRoseMary Salúm - Documentaries by Literal magazine


12 noon – 12:50 p.m.Presenter:

Patricia Collins - San Rafael Films: Darkness into Light Trilogy


Print Journalism (bilingual English/Spanish)Coordinator: RoseMary SalumRoom: 371 F


RoseMary Salum - Spanish language magazine: Literal: Voces LatinoamericanasLorís Simón - English version of magazine: Literal: Latin American Voices

Moderator: RoseMary Salum

Liberal Arts

Arts and Cultural Careers(Courtesy of MECA (Multicultural Education and Counseling through the Arts)Coordinator: Alice E. Valdez Room: 361 F

10:00 AM – 11:00 AMBallet Folklorico Director/Performer – Julio Lopez Instrumental Music Educator/Classical & Mariachi Actor/Arts Administrator/Educator Radio/Public Relations/NPR Moderator: Liz Salinas

11:00 AM – 12:00 NOONPerforming Artist - Accordianist – Los Pistoleros; Music Educator Ethnomusicologist (Chicano Music Studies/Mariachi) – Estevan Azcona, PhD

Dancer/Choreographer/Administrator – Armando SilvaVisual Artist/Educator Moderator: Armando Silva

12:00 NOON – 1:00 PMPerforming Artist - Vocalist Ethnomusicologist (Chicano Music Studies/Mariachi) – Estevan Azcona, PhDDancer/Choreographer/Administrator – Armando SilvaInstrumental Music Educator/Classical & Mariachi Moderator: Liz Salinas

Interpreting & Translation(Courtesy of the Texas Association of Healthcare Interpreters and Translators)Coordinator: Alejandra PicadoRoom: 361 A

10 a.m. – 10:50 a.m.11 a.m. – 11:50 a.m.12 noon – 12:50 p.m.1 p.m. – 1:50 p.m.Presenters:

Patricia Cifuentes – Language Access Services Rep, Children’s Medical Center DallasEsperanza Galavíz - Language Access Services Rep, Children’s Medical Center DallasAlina Wilson – Interpreter, Memorial Hermann Healthcare System

Museums as a Career: The MFAH House MuseumsCoordinator: Bonnie CampbellRoom: 361 C


Bonnie Campbell – An Overview of Career Opportunities at a MuseumSara Edwards – A Focus on Education and Public ProgramsLavinia Ignat – Visitor Services – Helping Guests before and During their VisitRemidyll – The Museum Collection – Curators, Conservators, and Many More

Religious CareersCoordinator: Dolly MartinRoom: 361 B

10 a.m. – 10:50 a.m.Getting a Degree in Theology Presenter:

Maggie Rodriguez

11 a.m. – 11:50 a.m.Getting a Degree in Theology Presenters:

Alejandro MontesRabino Jaime Peterson

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12 noon – 12:50 p.m.Es la Biblia Relevante para HoyPresenter:Daniel Lopez

1 p.m. – 1:50 p.m.A Career as a ChaplainPresenters:

Chaplain Sandy WilliamsChaplain Ladislao Robinson

Teaching Foreign Languages (bilingual English/SpanishCoordinator: Dr. Debra D. AndristRoom: 361 D


Dr. Debra Andrist, Teaching Spanish for Practical Applications: Medical & Health ProfessionsDr. Alcibiades Policarpo, Teaching Spanish for Practical Applications: Criminal JusticeProfessor Ray Rentería, Teaching Spanish for Practical Applications: Business

Moderator: Dr. Debra Andrist


Professor Christine Neuville-Taylor Payne, Teaching FrenchDr. James Frankki, Teaching GermanDr. Murad Salem, Teaching Arabic

Moderator: Dr. James Frankki


Dr. Shengxia Ma, Teaching ChineseDr. Lingling Yang, The Language LaboratoryProfessor José Ovidio Velásquez, Teaching ASL

Moderator: Dr. Lingling Yang

Other Career Fields

Building & Construction(Courtesy of SDC Construction)Room: 360 F

10 a.m. – 10:50 a.m.11 a.m. – 11:50 a.m.12 noon – 12:50 p.m.1 p.m. – 1:50 p.m.Presenter:

Tony Garcia Jr.

Careers as a Licensed Dyslexia Therapist(Courtesy of Neuhaus Education Center)Coordinator: Jennifer De La Rosa Olmos, Community Partnerships CoordinatorRoom: 370 F

10 a.m. – 10:50 a.m.11 a.m. – 11:50 a.m.12 noon – 12:50 p.m.1 p.m. – 1:50 p.m.Discussion about the growing need for Dyslexia Teachers/Therapists, Bilingual Special Ed Reading Teachers, and Bilingual Dyslexia Teachers/Therapists.

Presenters:Special Ed Teachers – Rosie Santana Bilingual Teachers/Recruitment – Pedro ChapaNeuhaus Education Center’s Dyslexia Therapist Preparation Programs – Rai Thompson State License – Brenda Taylor

Moderator: Art Contreras

Careers in Agriculture, Horticulture, Food Safety, and USDA(Courtesy of Houston Community College)Coordinator: Dr. Jeff Koch, Department Head, Houston Community CollegeRoom: 370 C


Brenda Anderson, USDA Grants Program ManagerDr. Jay Neal, Assistant ProfessorDr. Jeff Koch, Department Head

Moderator: Dr. Sujata Sirsat, Post-Doc Student

Careers in Medicine(Courtesy of The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston)Presenter:

Margo Y. Melchor, RDH, MEdRoom: 370 A

10 a.m. – 10:50 a.m.School of Dentistry – Dr. Joe OntiverosSchool of Nursing – Dr. Elda RamirezSchool of Medicine – Dr. Carlos Moreno

Moderator: Margo Y. Melchor, RDH, MEd

11 a.m. – 11:50 a.m.School of Dentistry – Dr. Joe OntiverosSchool of Nursing – Dr. Elda RamirezSchool of Dentistry/Dental Hygiene – Ms. Margo Melchor, RDH, MEdSchool of Biomedical Informatics – Dr. Trevor Cohen

Moderator: Dr. Elda Ramirez

12 noon – 12:50 p.m.School of Public Health – Dr. David LopezSchool of Dentistry – Dr. Lina VegaGraduate School of Biomedical Sciences – Veronica Garcia, PhD candidate

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School of Medicine – Dr. Cesar AriasModerator: Margo Y. Melchor, RDH, MEd

1 p.m. – 1:50 p.m.School of Dentistry – Faryn Vela, dental studentSchool of Dentistry – Nadia Garza, dental hygiene studentSchool of Public Health – Claudia Mendez, MPHSchool of Nursing – student

Moderator: Margo Y. Melchor, RDH, MEd

Career Opportunities at METRO, The Transit Authority of Harris County, Houston, TxCoordinator: Raul Luzarraga, VP Human ResourcesRoom: 370 E


Career’s in Law Enforcement – Victor RodriquezCareer’s in Engineering – Rocky MarreroCareer’s in Organizational Development and HR – Rachel ZapienCareer’s in Transit Services – Rudy BecerraRoland Manzano, Director of Talent Management

Moderator: Raul Luzarraga

Education: Counseling CareersCoordinator/Moderator: Jose S. Leal, LPCRoom: 350 C

Volunteer(s): Becky Hayes, Yolanda Lewis, Sha’Wanna Jasper, Jose S. Leal, Forest Smith


Guice, Carla L., LPC-I, PVAMU, Student Counseling ServicesHayes, M.Ed., LPC, Becky – Career Counselor, College Major TestingJasper, M.Ed., Sha Wanna – High School Counselor, North Forest ISDLeal, M.Ed., LPC, Jose S. – Middle School Counselor, Currently AP at North Forest ISDLewis, M.Ed., Yolanda – High School Counselor with Career Ed. Specialization and Elementary School Counselor from a school in the Houston Area

Information Wizards: Careers in Professional Librarianship(Courtesy of Sam Houston State University)Coordinator: Erin Cassidy, Assistant Professor & Web Services LibrarianRoom: 370 B


Supporting Literary Studies in Libraries – Michelle Martinez (moderator)Working in Dual-Use Academic and Community Libraries – Abraham KorahGovernment Documents and Political Science Librarianship” – Alex Simons


Supporting Business Research in Libraries – Lisa Shen (moderator)Providing Library Reference Services – Jess NevinsSupporting Education and Instruction in Libraries – Angela Colmenares


Foreign Languages and Ethnic Studies Librarianship – Andrea Malone (moderator)Building Digital Collections in Libraries – James WilliamsonWorking in Public School and Medical Libraries – April Aultman Becker


Working in Libraries on the Web – Erin Cassidy (moderator)Supporting Science Research in Libraries – Manuel de la Cruz Gutierrez – en EspañolWorking with Rare and Special Collections in Libraries – Felicia Thomas

Legal ProfessionsCoordinator: Judge Lamar McCorkleRoom: 370 D


Former Presiding Judge Municipal Court Judge – Hon. Berta MejiaAssociate Court Judge – Judge Maria E. CasanovaRenato Santos, Attorney in Private PracticeItze Soliz-Matthews, Attorney in Private PracticeEdward Casanova, Attorney in Private Practice

Moderator: Judge Lamar McCorkle


Ana Otero, Law ProfessorItze Soliz-Matthews, Attorney in Private Practice Sergio J. Selvera, Attorney in Private Practice Nelson M. Ocampo, Attorney in Private Practice

Moderator: Judge Lamar McCorkle


Ana Otero, Law Professor Itze Soliz-Matthews, Attorney in Private Practice Maria B. Valdez, Mediator and Assistant to Fifth Circuit Judge

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Nelson M. Ocampo, Attorney in Private Practice Moderator: Judge Lamar McCorkle

Opportunities at United States Service AcademiesCoordinators: Mary Ogden, Blue & Gold Officer, U.S. Naval AcademyRichard A. Mawdsley, Naval Academy Admissions Area Coordinator, U.S. Naval AcademyRoom: 361 E

10 a.m. – 10:50 a.m.11 a.m. – 11:50 a.m.12 noon – 12:50 p.m.1 p.m. – 1:50 p.m.U.S. Naval Academy – Annapolis, MDU.S. Military Academy – West Point, NYU.S. Air Force Academy – Colorado Springs, COU.S. Merchant Marine Academy – Kings Point, NYU.S. Coast Guard Academy – New London, CT

United States Service Academies are full-scholarship, 4-year highly competitive universities. Graduates earn Bachelor of Science degrees in many fields and are commissioned as officers in their respective military branches. Graduates of the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy serve in the civilian merchant marine industry and are not commissioned as officers, though they have the option of entering the U.S. Navy as reserve officers. Service Academy graduates commit to 5 years of military service after graduation.

Parents & Families

Family EducationCoordinator: Dolly MartinRoom: 372 E

10 a.m. – 10:50 a.m.Saliendo de Deudas – en EspañolPresenter:

Carlos Granda

11 a.m. – 11:50 a.m.Claves a un Matrimonio Exitoso – en EspañolPresenter:

David Bueno Martin

12 noon – 12:50 p.m.Becas Universitarias – en EspañolPresenter:

Amparo Navarrete

1 p.m. – 1:50 p.m.Como Ser una Familia Funcional – en EspañolPresenter:

Dr. Julio Ba Gonzalez

Families EmpoweredRoom: 372 CVolunteers: Jessica Manley, Fortecia Smith, Emily Leffler, Robert Sepeda

10 a.m. – 10:50 a.m.How to Know If Your Child’s School is Serving Him Well – en Español Presenters:

Manuel Rodriguez, Jr. III – Houston ISDEllen Winstead – YES Prep Public SchoolsMiguel Perez – Catholic Schools in the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston

Moderator: Larry Savala

11 a.m. – 11:50 a.m.How to Know If Your Child’s School is Serving Him WellPresenters:

Aisha Crumbine – Families EmpoweredElliot Witney – Spring Branch ISD Janelle James – Southwest Schools Miguel Perez – Catholic Schools in the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston

Moderator: Matthew Barnes

12 noon – 12:50 p.m.How Conducting a School Visit Fits Into the School Choice Process – en EspañolPresenters:

Manuel Rodriguez, Jr. III – Houston ISDEllen Winstead – YES Prep Public SchoolsMiguel Perez – Catholic Schools in the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston

Moderator: Larry Savala

1 p.m. – 1:50 p.m.How Conducting a School Visit Fits Into the School Choice ProcessPresenters:

Aisha Crumbine – Families EmpoweredElliot Witney – Spring Branch ISD Janelle James – Southwest Schools Miguel Perez – Catholic Schools in the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston

Moderator: Matthew Barnes

Health EducationCoordinator: Dolly MartinRoom: 372 F

10 a.m. – 10:50 a.m.Enfermedades del Corazón– en EspañolPresenter:

Dr. Cornelius Davis

11 a.m. – 11:50 a.m.Creando Mejor Comunicación en la Familia – en EspañolPresenter:

Dr. Maggie Rodriguez

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12 noon – 12:50 p.m.Manejando la Diabetes y la Alta Presión – en EspañolPresenter:

Dr. Alejandro Leon

1 p.m. – 1:50 p.m.Enfermedad del Riñón – en EspañolPresenters:

Dolly MartinDr. Alejandro Leon

Health Education, Awareness, & Screening(Courtesy of Houston Department of Health & Human Services)Coordinators: Cathy Wiley and Barry BarnesRoom: 381 A


Members of the Houston Department of Health and Human Services

Health Education: to provide educational information by increasing knowledge of basic communicable diseases in a safe environment and to encourage individuals to promote awareness among their peers.

Room 381 BHealth screenings including Human Papillomavirus-HPV and Meningococcal – Meningitis (students may qualify for free vaccinations)

“I Am First” Resources, Information, and Tips for First Generation College Students(Courtesy of University of Houston Downtown)Coordinator: Leticia Sanchez, Admissions CounselorRoom: 362 A

10 a.m. – 10:50 a.m.Room: 352 D1 p.m. – 1:50 p.m.Presenter: Jonita Buchanan, Admissions Recruiter, University of Houston

Information for Parents of College Bound Students(Courtesy of AAMA)Coordinator: Patricia I. CabreraRoom: 372 B

Volunteer: Margaret Rodriguez

10 a.m. – 10:50 a.m.11 a.m. – 11:50 a.m.Planning for Graduation and Beyond: Steps to a Successful College CareerSession presented in English with Spanish Translation

Presenters: Albert PerezMatthew Rosas

12 noon – 12:50 p.m.El Plan de Graduación para una Carrera Universitaria – en EspañolPresenter:

Leticia Verdinez

1 p.m. – 1:50 p.m.How to Obtain Financial Assistance for Your Child’s University CareerSession presented in English with Spanish TranslationPresenter:

RoseAnn Blanco

Is My Child Ready: Have You Talked to Your School About STAAR?Coordinator: Ruschka Tcholakova, Public Affairs Manager, Houston A+ ChallengeRoom: 372 A


Opening Doors Together – Parental Involvement in the Financial Aid Process(Courtesy of the University of Houston Downtown)

Coordinator: Leticia SanchezRoom: 362 A

11 a.m. – 11:50 a.m.1 p.m. – 1:50 p.m.Presenter:

Marisol Garza - Assistant Director, Customer Service & Outreach

Opening Doors Together – Supporting Your Child through the College Admissions Process(Courtesy of the University of Houston Downtown)

Coordinator: Leticia SanchezRoom: 362 A

12 noon – 12:50 p.m.Presenter:

Kecia Osbourne - Associate Director of Admissions

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Parent Engagement(Courtesy of HISD)

Coordinator: Xochitl Salazar, Program SpecialistRoom: 362 D

10 a.m. – 10:50 a.m.Test Anxiety Parents will learn to recognize the various signs and symptoms of anxiety, as well as strategies provided by the Psychological Services Department. These strategies will educate parents on how to help their child cope with test anxiety.Presenters:

Xochitl Salazar, Program SpecialistAmy Steger, Parent Representative

11 a.m. – 11:50 a.m.Como Ayudar a su Hijo(a) Controlar la Ansiedad antes de un Examen – en EspañolLos padres aprenderán como reconocer los signos y síntomas de la ansiedad y también revisarán estrategias proporcionadas por el departamento de Servicios Psicológicos. Estas estrategias educaran a los padres en cómo ayudar a su hijo a lidiar con la ansiedad de los exámenes. Presenter:Xochitl Salazar, Program Specialist

12 noon – 12:50 p.m.How to Prepare for CollegeParents will learn tips and strategies on how to prepare their child for college. This session will also review how to choose an ideal college for your child as well as the importance of applying early and a plan to get financial help. Presenters:

Jesus Vigil, Program SpecialistEmma Alvarez, Parent Representative

1 p.m. – 1:50 p.m.Como Prepararse para la Universidad– en EspañolLos padres aprenderán estrategias para ayudar a su hijo(a) prepararse para la universidad. Esta sesión también repasara como escoger la universidad correcta, la importancia de aplicar temprano y como obtener ayuda financiera.Presenter:

Jesus Vigil, Program Specialist

Special Interest

Building Strong Communities – Volunteers Working Toward a Better AmericaCoordinator: Linda Cohn, League of Women Voters of Houston Education FundRoom: 351 E

10 a.m. – 10:50 a.m.11 a.m. – 11:50 a.m.Presenters:

Glenn Bayron – Peace Corps, Community Organizing and More

Jenn Char – Diversity and Voter Engagement Leira Gracia – Serving the Hispanic CommunityFrancisco Sanchez – Community Approach to Disaster Preparedness Vanessa Wade – Mexican American Advancement

Moderator: Linda Cohn


Glenn Bayron – Peace Corps, Community Organizing and More Bill Kelly – Sharing a Sense of Community Christina Allen-Crowder – Community Service Organizations Danielle Lincoln – Promoting the Election Process Aimee Woodall – Serving the Hispanic Community

Moderator: Linda Cohn

Purpose: Discover It, Birth It and Live ItRoom: 352 A

10 a.m. – 10:50 a.m.11 a.m. – 11:50 a.m.12 noon – 12:50 p.m.1 p.m. – 1:50 p.m.Students who attend this passion-filled session will not leave the same. If you want to reach new levels of success and understand how to discover your purpose, you don’t want to miss this session. Each student will receive a complimentary CD filled with over 20 resources of Leadership Development.Presenter:

Mark Hernandez, Independent Certified John Maxwell Speaker, Trainer, and Coach

School Choice & HISD: Your Bridge to the FutureCoordinator: HISD School Choice & School Support ServicesRoom: 351 F

10 a.m. – 10:50 a.m.11 a.m. – 11:50 a.m.Presenters:

Dave Wheat, Assistant SuperintendentMarybeth Barnes, School Support Services, HISDDanny Zendejas, Workforce Solutions, HGAC

Moderators: Betty Johnson, Magnet SpecialistJennifer Todd, Manager of Grant Development


Betty Johnson, Magnet SpecialistMarybeth Barnes, School Support Services, HISDDanny Zendejas, Workforce Solutions, HGAC

Moderator: Margarita C. Aguilar, Manager of Student Transfers

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STEM Fields (Science, Technology, Engineering, & Math)

Careers in the Geosciences: What’s Down There? Coring the Earth – GeoFORCE(Courtesy of Shell Oil Corporation)Coordinator: John Hash and Matt Hofer Room: 350 D

Volunteers: Matt Hofer, Ann Merriman, Ivan Ponce, and Lindsey Stephens – (“GeoFORCE Texas Student Volunteers.”)

10 a.m. – 10:50 a.m.11 a.m. – 11:50 a.m.12 noon – 12:50 p.m.1 p.m. – 1:50 p.m.Careers in the Geosciences: What’s Down There? Coring the Earth – GeoFORCE Team The GeoFORCE Team will set up a hands-on learning activity that involves making your own core sample.Presenters:

Gina Bribiesca, Shell E&P, Geologist, & Paul Ontiveros, Geophysicist

Moderator: Michael Alvarez, Shell, Workforce Development Manager

Engineering: What Is It and How Do I Do It?(Courtesy of University of Texas, Tyler and Houston Community College)Coordinator: Bart M. Sheinberg, Houston Community CollegeRoom: 360 C

Volunteers: James K. Nelson, PhD, Hector A. Ochoa, PhD, Irving Olmedo; Samantha Grimes


Careeer Opportunities and How to Prepare – James K. NelsonHow I Did It – Hector A. OchoaHow Am I Doing It? – Samantha GrimesHow Am I Doing It? – Irving Olmedo

Forensic Science(Courtesy of Sam Houston State University)Coordinator: Dr. Sarah Kerrigan, MSFS Program chair & ProfessorRoom: 360 B

10 a.m. – 10:50 a.m,.11 a.m. – 11:50 a.m.Presenters:

Forensic Biology: DNA & Beyond – Cassandra CampelliForensic Chemistry: Drugs, Toxicology, Trace Evidence and More – Sarah Sims

Physical Science: Fingerprints, Firearms, Investigations and Bones – Tiffany McCann

Moderator: Sarah Kerrigan, Ph.D.

Oil & Gas Careers for the 21st Century(Courtesy of Conoco Phillips)Coordinator: Frank RodriguezRoom: 350 A

Volunteers: Adrian Angove Rogers, Lorena Van Metre

10 a.m. – 10:50 a.m.11 a.m. – 11:50 a.m.Oil and Gas Job Opportunities (academics, income, careers, etc.) en EspañolPresenters:

Lorena Van Metre-Staff Development EngineerGustavo Hernandez- Senior Business Developer

Moderator: Adrian Angove Rogers – Engineering Training, Director

12 noon – 12:50 p.m.1 p.m. – 1:50 p.m.Oil and Gas Job Opportunities (academics, income, careers, etc.)Presenters:

Rina Maldonado- Sustainable Development AssociateAnna Acevedo-Riggle- Community Relations Associate

Moderator: Alexandra Arce- Senior Reservoir Engineer

Process Technology - A 2-Year College Degree that PAY$(Courtesy of Shell Oil Corporation)Coordinator: David Esquibel, Workforce Development Specialist, Shell Oil CorporationRoom: 350 E


Kimberly Pappe, PTEC student, College of the Mainland Process Technology ClubRegina Cooper, Training Supervisor, Marathon Petroleum Texas CityRosemary Castorena, Process Operator, Marathon Petroleum Texas CityMisti Jezek, Ineos Training Supervisor, Chocolate BayouElma Aguilera, Ineos, Process Operator, Chocolate BayouChristina Smith, Process Operator, Shell Deer Park

Moderator: Mike Kukuk, Director, College of the Mainland

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“Science, Technology, Engineering & Math” in the Oil & Gas Business(Courtesy of BP America)Coordinator: Fabio AparicioRoom: 350 B


Why College? Why Engineering? – Gerardo VargasWho Knew Rocks Can Take You Places? – Raiza R QuinteroHard Work Can Take You A Long Way – Pedro RodriguezOpportunities in Accounting Careers – Nancy Ibarra

Moderator: Fabio Aparicio11 a.m. – 11:50 a.m.Presenters:

My Journey – Alvaro VelascoLatinos, Opportunities and Challenges – Fabiola ShoalmireWhat Does It Take? – Clena Marie AbuanThe Life Of An Engineer – Nola Ogar

Moderator: Fabio Aparicio


Are You A Future Engineer? – Victoria RodriguesIt’s Never Too Late! – Maria Estrada-StocktonOpportunities For Industrial Engineers In The Job Market Today – Hernando RodriguezA 10-year Roadmap For Immigrants: How I Made It To A Top School And A Major Oil Company – Valentina Fontiveros



My Life As A Geomechanics Engineer – Ivan GilWhat Is It & What Is It Worth? – Richard ErvineMake it Happen – Mario R. MarcosHigh School to College – It’s a Project – Fabio Aparicio


Designing your Future as a Rocket Scientist - Engineering for Space Exploration(Courtesy of The Boeing Company: Space Exploration)Coordinator: Juan (Tony) Castilleja Jr.Room: 350 F

Volunteer(s): Evelisa Sotomayor, Ivan Ramirez, Eduardo Lopez, Rosa Avalos Chumpitazi, Melanie Weber, Dayni Alba10 a.m. – 10:50 a.m.Latina’s in Science Technology Engineering and Math (STEM) Careers – Reaching New Heights PanelPresenters:

Evelisa Sotomayor – International Space Station, Project Operations EngineerRosa Avalos Chumpitazi– International Space Station, Structural EngineerMelanie Weber– Commercial Crew Program, Crew & Cargo Engineer

11 a.m. – 11:50 a.m.

The CST-100 Space Transportation System – A New Spacecraft built by Engineers to Low Earth OrbitPresenters:

Tony Castilleja – Commercial Crew Program, Mechanical EngineerMelanie Weber– Commercial Crew Program, Crew & Cargo Engineer

12 noon – 12:50 p.m.The International Space Station – The World’s Largest Orbiting Space ComplexPresenters:

Rosa Avalos Chumpitazi – International Space Station, Structural Engineer

1 p.m. – 1:50 p.m.The Space Launch System – The Rocket for the Moon, Asteroids, Mars, and Beyond!Presenters:

Ivan Ramirez – Space Launch System, Propulsion EngineerEduardo Lopez – Space Launch System, Propulsion Engineer

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Room PageBUSINESS Careers in Accounting 360 E 11Careers in Banking 360 A 11Careers in Business 360 D 11

COLLEGE INFORMATION C.A.S.H. for College: Traditional and Creative 352 D 12 Ways to Cover College ExpensesCollege Plan for Middle School Students 351 C 12 and their ParentsDeferred Action (DACA) Higher Education 372 D 12 (SB 1528 & TASFA) for Undocumented StudentsDemystifying the College Admission 351 A 12 Process: Tips on How to Best PrepareFinancial Aid to Attend College 351 B 12Finding My Best Fit: Finding the College 352 D 12 that Makes Me Soar!Opportunities & Admissions at 351 D 12 Top-Tier CollegesThe Student Perspective – Admissions 352 E 13 Process, Financial Aid, and College Life

COMMUNICATIONS AND MEDIA Careers in Media - Radio Professions/ 371 A 13 Print Journalism Careers in Media - Televisions Professions 371 B 13

Exploring Careers in Communications, 371 D 13 Public Relations and MarketingIndependent Filmmakers 371 E 14Print Journalism 371 F 14 LIBERAL ARTS Arts and Cultural Careers 361 F 14Interpreting and Translation 361 A 14 Museums as a Career: The MFAH 361 C 14 House MuseumsReligious Careers 361 B 14Teaching Foreign Languages 361 D 15 OTHER CAREER FIELDS Building and Construction 360 F 15Careers as a Licensed Dyslexia Therapist 370 F 15Careers in Agriculture, Horticulture, 370 C 15 Food Safety and USDACareers in Medicine 370 A 15Career Opportunities at METRO. The 370 E 16 Transit Authority of Harris County, HoustonEducation: Careers in Counseling 350 C 16Information Wizards: Careers in 370 B 16 Professional LibrarianshipLegal Professions 370 D 16Opportunities at U.S. Service Academies 361 E 17

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PARENTS AND FAMILIES Family Education 372 E 17Families Empowered* 372 C 17Health Education* 372 F 17Health Education, Awareness & Screening 381 A 18“I Am First” Resources, Information, and 362 A 18 Tips for First Generation College StudentsInformation for Parents of College 372 B 18 Bound Students*Is My Child Ready: Have You Talked to 372 A 18 You School About STAAR?Opening Doors Together – Parental 362 A 18 Involvement in the Financial Aid ProcessOpening Doors Together – Supporting Your 362 A 18 Child through the College Admissions ProcessParent Engagement – HISD* 362 D 19 ADMISSIONS AND FINANCIAL AID PLAZAS Computer Lab Available: Start your admissions 320 B/E 24 and/or financial aid application today!Get Ready! Prepare for College 320 C 41 Get set! Apply for Financial Aid 330 A 24Get set! Apply to College 330 B 24 GO! Life as a College Student and What 320 F 41 You Can ExpectMeet with a Financial or Admissions Counselor 320 A/D 24

SPECIAL INTEREST Building Strong Communities - Volunteers 351 E 19 Working Toward a Better AmericaPurpose: Discover It, Birth It and Live It 352 A 19School Choice & HISD: Your Bridge to 351 F 19 the Future

STEM Careers in the Geosciences: What’s Down 350 D 20 There? Coring the Earth - GeoFORCEDesigning Your Future as a Rocket Scientist - 350 F 21 Engineering for Space ExplorationEngineering: What Is It and How Do I Do It? 360 C 20Forensic Science 360 B 20Oil and Gas Careers for the 21st Century 350 A 20Process Technology - A 2-year College 350 E 20 Degree that PAY$Science, Technology, Engineering and Math 350 B 21 In the Oil and Gas Business

*en Español

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The TG College Admissions and Financial Aid Information Plaza – 3rd Floor

The 2013 TG College Admissions and Financial Aid Information Plaza is designed to give you information and counseling services specific to your situation. We designed a plan to walk you through the critical steps in the college admission and financial aid processes and help you reach your goal of enrollment in a college or university of your choice.

Classes will be held at the top of each hour as follows:10:00 AM – 11:00 AM 11:00 AM – 12:00 NOON 12:00 NOON – 1:00 PM 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM

Get Set! Apply to College (Recommended for high school students) Room 330 BAll high school students and parents are strongly encouraged to attend this session. Learn how to prepare for the college application process from expert panel members representing community colleges and public/private colleges and universities. Save time by determining how to maximize your opportunities when selecting a college. This session will cover admission basics, including the college admissions timeline and process, standardized admission tests (ACT/SAT) and essay writing tips. The panel members will provide critical information and answer questions about college admissions.

Get Set! Apply for Financial Aid Room 330 A (Recommended for parents and students of all ages. It’s never too early to learn about financial aid!)Are you worried that you might not have enough money to pay for college? Come to this interactive session and learn how you can apply for financial aid. In this session, you will learn about how to get started to be considered for the various types of financial aid, including grants, college-work study, need-based loans, and scholarships.

One-on-One Help: Meet with a financial or admissions counselor Rooms 320A/D This is your chance to meet with admissions and financial aid professionals from many different colleges and universities. They will meet with you and your family in one-on-one or small group sessions to answer your questions about college admissions, paying for college, and discuss matters specific to your situation. Here you will get ready for the Online admissions application (Apply Texas), learn about admissions requirements, and completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or Texas Application for State Financial Aid (TASFA).

Computer Lab Available: Start your admissions and/or financial aid application today! Rooms 320 B/E Supported by AdventuresinEducation (www.AIE.org)This internet-ready computer lab is designed for seniors (parents are also welcome). TG will provide personal computer laptops and a team of experts will assist you get “college ready” by applying for a personal Identification Number (PIN) for financial aid and begin the online search for scholarships. You can also begin to complete the FAFSA Online (www.FAFSA.gov) or online admissions application for Texas public colleges and universities – www.ApplyTexas.org. College experts in financial aid and admissions will be available to answer your questions or guide you through these online applications.

Free Tax Preparation/Preparación de Impuestos Room 320 B/ECoordinator: Neighborhood Tax Centers, Elizabeth Ferrer, Community Relations Manager10:00 AM – 2:00 PM (on-going)Have your taxes prepared at no cost by Neighborhood Tax Centers (Neighborhood-centers.org/tax). Parents and working students are encouraged to bring their tax documents for free, fast and accurate tax preparation. - FREE tax preparation - FREE e-filing for FAST refunds - FREE direct deposit - FREE assistance with ITINs

Los centros de impuestos de Neighborhood Centers (Neighborhood-centers.org/tax) pueden prepararle su declaración de impuestos sin costo alguno. Sugerimos a los padres de familia y estudiantes que traigan la documentación correspondiente para preparles su declaración de impuestos de forma gratuita repida y exacta. - Elaboración de la declaración de impuestos GRATIS - Envio electrónico GRATIS de la declaración para que reciba mas RAPIDO su reembolso - Deposito directo GRATIS - Asistencia GRATUITA para pedir el Numero de Identificación Personal del Contribuyente (ITIN)

After the event, call 2-1-1 for a Neighborhood Tax Center location near you. All services are FREE. Duespues del evento, llame a 2-1-1 para localizar el centro de impuestos mas cercano. Nuestros servicios son GRATUITOS.

Neighborhood Tax Centers are a service of Neighborhood Centers, Inc. Los centros de impuestos son un servicio de Neighborhood Tax Centers

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COLLEGES/UNIVERSITIESBaylor College of MedicineDeVry UniversityFisk University, TN* Galveston CollegeHouston Community CollegePrairie View A&M University – School of Architecture

University CollegeRice UniversitySam Houston State University

College of Criminal JusticeCollege of EducationCollege of Humanities and Social SciencesDepartment of Family & Consumer SciencesDepartment of Foreign LanguagesDepartment of HistoryHR DepartmentDepartment of Political SciencesFestival InspiracionHonors College*Office of Undergraduate Admissions

San Jacinto CollegeTexas A&M University

College of EngineeringCorps of CadetsCollege of Liberal Arts

Texas A&M University-Corpus ChristiTexas Chiropractic CollegeTexas Southern University*

Barbara Jordan – Mickey Leland School of Public Affairs College of Education College of Liberal Arts of Behavioral Sciences College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences College of Science and Technology Hispanic Student Association Jesse H. Jones School of Business Office of Admissions Office of Student Financial Assistance School of Communication

Texas Tech UniversityTexas Woman’s UniversityUnited States Military Academy – West Point, NYUnited States Naval AcademyUniversal Technical InstituteUniversidad de las Americas, Puebla, MexicoUniversity of Cincinnati – OhioUniversity of Houston – Clear Lake University of Houston

College of TechnologyGraduate College of Social WorkOffice of AdmissionsScholarships and Financial Aid

University of Houston – DowntownOffice of AdmissionCollege of BusinessCollege of Humanities and Social SciencesCollege of Public ServiceCollege of Science & TechnologySports and FitnessScholars AcademyStudent ActivitiesUC (University College)

Exhibitor List (as of January 22, 2013)

University of North TexasUniversity of PhoenixUniversity of St. ThomasThe University of Texas Health Science Center at HoustonU.T. Houston School of NursingThe University of Texas at Tyler

BUSINESSES/CORPORATIONSBPCenterPoint EnergyCollege Help 4 YouComcastConocoPhillipsEl Baby BullMega 101 FMPhillips 66Recuerdo 106.5 FMShell Oil CompanyThe Realtime Academy of Court ReportingTu Música 104.9 FMUnivision 45Wells Fargo

NONPROFITSAmerican Associations of Government and Private EmployeesAssociation of Hispanic Media Professionals*Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston – Office of VocationsChinquapin Preparatory SchoolCitizen Schools – Apprenticeships for KidsCommunity Health ChoiceFamiliesEmpoweredGo Tejano Committee – HLSRHispanic Genealogical Society of HoustonHouston Independent School District

College ReadinessCareer ReadinessMagnet ProgramsParental Engagement

IEC Texas Gulf Coast – Electrical Apprenticeship ProgramLULAC National Educational Service CentersMFAH House Museums: Bayou Bend and RienziMi Familia MagazineNorth America Process Technology AlliancePlumbing Heating Cooling Contractors Association (PHCC)Radio Amistad 1400 AMTexas Challenge AcademyThe Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers*YES Prep for Public Schools

GOVERNMENT AGENCIESCongressman Gene Green, 29th DistrictDARS – Division for RehabilitationServices, Harris County Sheriff’s OfficeHouston Department of Health and Human ServicesNASA Johnson Space CenterSociety of Women Engineers – Houston Area*Southwest ADA CenterTexas Air National GuardU.S. Department of EducationU.S. Department of Labor – Wage & Hour/OSHA

*Indicates scholarship opportunities

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David V. Flores – PresidentPresident and CEO, Flores Capital

Daniel E. Contreras – First Vice PresidentCommunity Banking District Manager, Wells Fargo

Diana Pino, Ph.D. - Second Vice PresidentVice Chancellor for Student Services, Houston Community College

Eric E. Marin - TreasurerManaging Partner, MFR Consulting, LLC

Antonio (Tony) Ponce de León – SecretaryFarmers Insurance Agent

Debra Andrist, Ph.D.Chair of Foreign Languages, Sam Houston State University

Ramiro G. FonsecaCollege Success Coordinator, Project Grad Houston

Rey GonzalesPresident, Universal International Services, Inc.

Jose V. RendonDirector – Public Policy, YMCA of Greater Houston

Adolfo G. SantosSpecial Assistant to the President, and Chief Liaison Officer, University of Houston Downtown

Lauren M. Soliz, Esq.Executive Attorney Recruiter, Amicus Search Group

Eleuterio “Luther” VillagomezChief Operating Officer, George R. Brown Convention Center, Houston First Corporation

Donna B. LyttletonExecutive Director

Houston Hispanic Forum Officers and Directors 2012-2013

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Follow these simple suggestions!

• Keep your program handy throughout the day. It is your guide to everything that is happening at Career Day, including the panel sessions and lunch schedules.

• 9th, 10th, 11th and 12th graders should quietly leave the room following the Opening Ceremonies to attend the hourly panel sessions. Use your program to plan the panel sessions you would like to visit.

• 6th, 7th and 8th graders should remain in the same room after Opening Ceremonies for a special Middle School Program.

• The Exhibit Hall A-3 on the 3rd Floor is open to high school students from 10:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. and to middle school students from 12:00 noon until 3:00 p.m.

• Go quickly from place to place. Don’t waste your time wandering around the halls.

• Be sure you know your instructions for meeting your group to return home.

• Report lost persons or items to the Information Booth on the 3rd floor.

• Please have your lunch ONLY during your assigned time. Check page 9 for the lunch schedule.

• At the TG College Admissions and Financial Aid Information Plaza, you can learn more about financing and how to enter the college of your choice. It is located on the 3rd floor.

How to Get the Most from Career Day

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PRINT

MI FAMILIA MAGAZINE

RADIO

CLEARCHANNEL RADIO

EL BABY BULL

HOUSTON WEEKEND MAGAZINE CBS

MEGA 101 CBS RADIO

RADIO AMISTAD 1400 AM

UNIVISION RADIO Tu Musica 104.9 FM Recuerdo 106.5

TELEVISION

HCC-TV

HISD CHANNEL

KRIV FOX 26

TELEMUNDO HOUSTON KTMD-TV 47

UNIVISION 45/TELEFUTURA 67

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PanelistsAbney, Jason – Audit Staff, Deloitte Abuan, Clena Marie – Information Technology Project Manager, BP America Acevedo-Riggle, Ana – Community Relations Associate, ConocoPhillips Aguilar, Margarita C.- Manager of Student Transfers, Office of School Choice, Houston ISD Aguilera, Elma – Ineos, Process Operator, Chocolate Bayou Alanis, Juan – Freelance Writer Alaniz, Art – Lead Analyst, BP Energy Company Alba, Dayni Allen-Crowder, Christina – Community Service Organizations Alvarez, Emma – Parent Representative, Parent Engagement, Houston ISD Alvarez, Fernando – Immigration Attorney, FIEL Houston Inc. Alvarez, Michael – Workforce Development Manage, Shell Oil Company Anderson, Brenda – USDA Grants Program Manager, Houston Community College – Katy Andrist, Ph.D., Debra – Professor & Chair of Foreign Languages, Sam Houston State University Angrove-Rogers, Adrian J. – ConocoPhillips Aparicio, Fabio – Information Technology Project Manager, Global Projects Organization, BP America Arce, Alexandra – Sr. Reservoir Engineer, Arias, Dr. Cesar – School of Medicine, UTHSC Armendariz, Alex – ALPFA Student Preasident, Texas Armstrong, Brian J. – Director, Office of Recruitment, Texas Southern University Arriga, Esti – College Readiness Consultant Aultman Becker, April – Senior Librarian & Education Coordinator, Research Medical Library, MD Anderson Cancer Center Aveiga, Blanca – Senior Private Loan Underwriter, Wells Fargo Bank Azcona, Ph.D., Estevan – Ethnomusicologist (Chicano Music Studies/Mariachi) Azcona, Ph.D., Estevan – Ethnomusicologist (Chicano Music Studies/Mariachi), University of Houston Barnes, Matthew – Executive Director, FamiliesEmpowered Barrera, Martha – Public Affairs Specialist, HEB Bayron, Glenn – Peace Corps, Community Organizing and More Becerra, Rudy – Superintendent of Transportation, METRO Becerril, Liz – PSA Director & Mid-Days Host, MEGA 101 FM Bergeron, Marie – Director of MCA for Executives, Rice University Betancourt, Juan – Tax Sr. Consultant, Deloitte Blanco, Rose Ann – Director, LULAC National Educational Service Center (LNESC) Bodón, Jean – Professor & Chair of Mass Communication, Sam Houston State University Bomke, Natalie – Morning News Anchor, KRIV FOX 26 Bradley, Nell – Public Relations Director, HCC Bribiesca, Gina – Geologist, Shell Exploration & Production Brundidge, Sheletta – Assignments Editor, KHOU 11 Buchanan, Jonita - Admissions Recruiter, University Cabrera, Patricia I. - Director, AAMA Adelante Campbell, Bonnie – Director, Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens, Museum of Fine Arts Houston Cantu, Denisse – Host of “Aprendamos Juntos”, HISD TV Casanova, Edward – Attorney in Private Practice Casanova, Judge Maria E. – Associate Court Judge Cassidy, Erin – Assistant Professor & Web Services Librarian, Sam Houston State University Castilleja, Jr., Juan A. – Commercial Crew Program, Mechanical Engineer, Boeing Castillo, Renato – News Producer, KTMD Telemundo 47

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Castorena, Rosemary – Process Operator, Marathon Petroleum, Texas City Chapa, Pedro – Human Resources/Recruitment and Selection (1SW), Houston ISD Char, Jenn – Diversity and Voter Engagement Chumpitazi, Rosa Avalos – International Space Station, Structural Engineer, Boeing Chumpitazi, Rosa Avalos – International Space Station, Structural Engineer, Boeing Cifuentes, Patricia – Language Access Services Rep., Children’s Medical Cente, Dallas Cisneros, Cynthia – Vice President of Community Affairs, KTRK ABC 13 Cohen, Dr. Trevor Cohen – School of Biomedical Informatics, UTHSC Cohn, Linda – League of Women Voters of Houston Education Fund Collins, Patricia – Founder, San Rafael Films Colmenares, Angela – Assistant Professor & Instruction Librarian, Sam Houston State University Contreras, Erica – Learning & Development Consultant, Wells Fargo Bank Contreras, Hiriam “Art” – Advisory Board Member, Neuhaus Education Center Cooper, Regina – Training Supervisor, Marathon Petroleum, Texas City Crumbine, Aisha – Director of Parent & School Partnerships, FamiliesEmpowered Cruz, Rick –- Executive Director, EMERGE Fellowship Davis, Dr. Cornelius De La Torre, Martha – Advisory Sr. Consultant, Deloitte Deschamps, Claudia – Host of “Houston on the Move”, HCC TV Edwards, Sara – MFAH House Museums Ervine, Richard – Lead Vessel Systems Engineer, Global Projects Organization, BP America Escobar, Eli – Morning Show Co-Host, MEGA 101 FM Espinosa, Aura – Director of Legal Department, FIEL Houston Inc. Espinosa, Cesar – Executive Director, FIEL Houston Inc. Esquibel, David – WorkForce Development Specialist, Shell Oil Corporation Estrada-Stockton, Maria – Technical Assistant/Financial Analyst, Global Wells Organization, BP America Fernandez, Carlos – Sr. Recruiter, Methodist Hospital System Flecknoe, Maggie – NewsFix Segment Producer/Writer, KIAH CW 39 Fontiveros, Valentina – Geophysicist, Gulf of Mexico, BP America Frankki, James – Assistant Professor of German, Sam Houston State University French, Willie – Director, Recruiting, The Methodist Hospital System Galavíz, Esperanza – Language Access Services Rep., Children’s Medical Center, Dallas Gallegos, Anna – Former Editor-in-Chief, The Venture Garcia, Felicia – Assurance Staff, Harper, Pearson and Co. Garcia, Jr., Tony – SDC Contruction Garcia, Lupe – Assurance & Advisory Services Manager, Whitley Penn Garcia, Rita – Weekend Anchor/Reporter, KRIV FOX 26 Garcia, Rudolfo “Rudy” – Senior Private Banker, Wells Fargo Bank Garcia, Veronica – Community Manager, American Cancer Society Garcia, Veronica – Ph.D. Candidate, Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences, UTHSC Garrett, Ph.D., Thomas – Assistant Professor of Mass Communication, Sam Houston State University Garrison, Jacquetta – Consultant, The Strategic CFO Garza, Jose V. – Secretary/Compliance Officer, NSHMBA Houston Garza, Marisol – Assistant Director, Customer Service & Outreach, University of Houston Downtown Garza, Nadia – Dental hygiene student, School of Dentistry, UTHSC Gil, Ivan – Sr. Hydraulic Fracturing Modeling Engineer, Global Wells Organization, BP America Gil, Jackie – Host of “¡Color!”, www.mycolor.tv Gonzalez, Ben – Sr. Analyst, Jacobs Consulting Gonzalez, Dr. Julio Ba Gonzalez, Enrique – Sports Reporter/Producer, KXLN Univision 45

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Gracia, Leira – Serving the Hispanic Community Granda, Carlos Grimaldo, Monica – Reporter, El Gato Media Network Grimes, Samantha – UT Tyler Mechanical Engneering Student Guajardo, Victo – Sales Account Executive, CBS Radio Guerra, Luis – Store Manager, Wells Fargo Bank Guice, LPC-I Carla L. – Student Counseling Services, Prairie View A & M University Gutierrez, Manuel de la Cruz – Science & Technology Librarian, University of Houston Harris, Anastasia “Stacy” – Recruiting Consultant, Wells Fargo Bank Hash, John – Conference Coordinator I, GeoFORCE, Shell Oil Company Hayes, M.Ed., Becky – LPC Career Counselor, College Major Testing Hernandez, Antonio – Anchor/Reporter, KTMD Telemundo 47 Hernandez, Gustavo – Senior Business Developer, ConocoPhillips Hernandez, Mark – Independent Certified John Maxwell Speaker, Trainer, and Coach Hernandez, Patrick – Store Manager, Wells Fargo Bank Hernandez, Roberto – Personal Banker, Wells Fargo Bank Hofer, Matt – Student, Conference Coordinator I, GeoFORCE Ibarra, Nancy – Group Control Manager, Finance, BP America Ignacio, Aurora Ignat, Lavinia – MFAH House Museums James, Janelle – Superintendent, Southwest Schools Jasper, M.Ed., Sha Wanna – High School Counselor, North Forest High School Jazek, Misti – Ineos Training Supervisor, Chocolate Bayou Jermaine Alexander – Kids to College, Texas A & M University Johnson, Betty – Magnet Specialist, Office of School Choice, Houston ISDJohnston, David – College Access Director, Project GRAD Houston Kelly, Bill – Sharing a Sense of Community Kerrigan, Sarah, Ph.D. MSFS – Program Chair & Professor, Sam Houston State UniversityKoch, Dr. Jeff – Department Head – Agriculture and Horticulture, Houston Community College – Katy Korah, Abraham – Reference Librarian, Lone Star College Cy-Fair Kukuk, Mike – Director, College of the Mainland Leal, M.Ed., LPC, Jose S. – Middle School Counselor, Currently AP at North Forest ISD Leffler, EmilyLeon, Dr. Alejandro Lever, Paola N. – Internal Controls Manager, LyondellBasell Lewis, M.Ed., Yolanda – High School Counselor with Career Ed. Specialization Linan, Luis – Advisory Manager – Deloitte Lincoln, Danielle – Promoting the Election Process Lopez, Daniel – Religious Careers Lopez, Dr. David – School of Public Health, UTHSC Lopez, Eduardo – Space Launch System, Propulsion Engineer, Boeing Lopez, Julio – Ballet Folklorico Director-MECA/ (Dancer) Luviano, Marisela – Audit Manager, Melton & Melton Luzarraga, Raul – VP Human Resources, METRO Ma, Shengxia – Han Ban Exchange Professor of Chinese, Sam Houston State University Maldonado, Rina – Sustainable Development Associate, ConocoPhillips Malone, Andrea – University of Houston Manzano, Roland – Director of Talent Management, METRO Marcos, Mario R. – Controller Gulf of Mexico, Global Projects Organization, BP America Marrero, Rocky – VP of Facilities & Maintenance, METRO

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Martin, David Bueno Martin, Dolly – Program Director, Radio Amistad Martinez, Michelle – Assistant Professor & Reference Librarian, Sam Houston State University Martinez, Oscar – Business Banking Manager, Wells Fargo Bank Matlock,Chris – Chairman & Chief Investment Officer, Lookout Capital Management Mawdsley, Richard A. – Naval Academy Admissions Area Coordinator, U.S. Naval AcademyMcCann, Tiffany, B.S. – Graduate Student, Sam Houston State University McCorkle, Hon. Lamar – Senior District Court Judge McShan, Jeff – Reporter, KHOU 11 Mears, Jesus – VP Finance & Accounting, DHI Services Medina, David – Director of Multicultural Community Relations, Rice University Mejia, Hon. Berta – Former Presiding Judge Municipal Court Judge Melchor, Eric – Online Marketing Manager, Direct Energy Melchor, RDH, MEd., Margo – Clinical Assistant Professor, School of Dentistry/Dental Hygiene, UTHSC Mena, Ana Mena – Marketing Strategist, Gelb Consulting Mendez, Maria Esther – On-Air Talent, Recuerdo 106.5 FM Mendez, MPH, Claudia – School of Nursing Student, School of Public Health, UTHSC Mendieta, Amanda – College Student, University of Houston Merriman, Ann – Student, Conference Coordinator I, GeoFORCE Mezzatesta, Guillermo Molina, Nancy – Mid America Regional Recruiter Leader, Deloitte Monets, Alejandro – Religious Careers Montelongo de Valdivia, Ariana – On-Air Talent/Outreach Coordinator, Houston Media Source Moreno, Dr. Carlos Moreno – School of Medicine, UTHSC Mundi, Nefertari – Lead Manager, Counseling Services, College and Career Readiness, HISDNajera, Beto – Morning Show Host, MEGA 101 FM Navarrete, Amparo – Recruitment Program Coordinator, College of Arts & Sciences, Prairie View A & M University Nazmi, Seerat – Financial Analyst, Wells Fargo Bank Neal, Dr. Jay – Assistant Professor, Conrad Hilton College of Hotel and Motel Management, University of Houston Nelson, Ph.D. James K. – Dean of Engineering and Computer Science, UT Tyler Nevins, Jess – Reference Librarian, Lone Star College Ocampo, Nelson M. – Attorney, Private Practice Ochoa, Hector A. – Assistant Professor of Electrical Engineering, UT Tyler Ogar, Nola R. – Subsea Controls Engineer, Deepwater Facilities Technology, BP America Ogden, Mary – Blue & Gold Officer, U.S. Naval Academy Olalde-Garcia, Crystal – Student, Rice University Olmedo, Irving – Electrical Engneering Student, UT Tyler Olmos, Jennifer De La Rosa – Coordinator, Community Parnerships, Neuhaus Education Center Omidiran, Valerie – Sr. Auditor & Business Valuation Analyst, Briggs & Veselka Ontiveros, Dr. Joe – School of Dentistry, UTHSC Ontiveros, Paul – Geophysicist, Exploration & Production, Shell Oil Company Ortiz, Luis – Reporter, The Overtime Page Ortuvia, Marylou – Kids to College, Texas A & M University Osbourne, Kecia – Associate Director of Admissions, Outreach Services, University of Houston Downtown Otero, Hon. Ana – Judge, City of Houston Judicial Municipal Courts/Law Professor at Thurgood Marshall School of Law Padron, Jose “Jojo” – Morning Show On-Air Talent, Tu Música 104.9 FM Pappe, Kimberly – PTEC student, College of the Mainland Process Technology Club Patlan, Linda – Freshman Admissions Counselor - University of Houston Payne, Christine Neuville-Taylor – French Faculty, Sam Houston State University Perez, Albert – Counselor, AAMA, Sanchez Charter School

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Perez, Alma – Market Growth & Development Consultant, Wells Fargo Bank Perez, Miguel – Associate Superintendent, Catholic Schools, Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston Perez, Santana – Credit Analyst Officer Development Program, Amegy Bank Peterson, Rabi Jaime – Assoc. Rabi at Beth Yeshua, Ha Mashiach Synagogue Picado, Alejandra – Texas Association of Healthcare Interpreters and Translators Pitchford, Ph.D., Don – Senior Consultant, ACT Policarpo, Ph.D. Alcibiades – Associate Professor of Spanish, Sam Houston State University Ponce, Ivan – Student, GeoFORCE Quintero, Raiza R. – Geologist, BP Brazil Ramirez, Dr. Elda – School of Nursing, UTHSC Ramirez, Ivan – Space Launch System, Propulsion Engineer, Boeing Remidyll – Museum Rentería, Ray – Spanish Professor, Sam Houston State University Reyes, Miriam Luis Robinson, Chaplain Ladislao – Religious Careers Robles, Carlos A. – Meteorologist, KXLN Univision 45 Rodrigues, Victoria – Performance Analyst - Production Division Planning Performance Mgmt., BP America Rodriguez, Alberto – Production Director/ DJ Fuzion, Tu Música 104.9 FM Rodriguez, Dr. Maggie Rodriguez, Frank – Technical Recruiting, ConocoPhillips Rodriguez, Herman – Senior Business Banking Relationship Manager, Wells Fargo Bank Rodriguez, Hernando – Global Transportation Specialist. Procurement Supply Chain Mgmt., BP America Rodriguez, Jr,. III, Manuel – Board of Directors Trustee, Houston ISD Rodriguez, Maggie – Religious Careers Rodriguez, Margaret – AAMA Rodriguez, Pedro – Global Agreement Project Manager, Global Wells Organization, BP America Rodriguez, Victor – Chief of Police, METRO Rosas, Matthews – Counselor, AAMA, Sanchez Charter School Ruiz, Ray – President, El Gato Media Network Salazar, Xochitl – Program Specialist, Parent Engagement, Houston ISD Salem, Ph.D., Murad – Assistant Professor of Mass Communication, Sam Houston State University Salinas, Liz – Arts Administrator – MECA/Actor Salum, RoseMary – Founder & Director, Literal: Voces Latinoamericanas Samuels, Gayla – Manager of Internal Audit, Baylor College of Medicine Sanchez, Francisco – Community Approach to Disaster Preparedness Sanchez, Letica – Admissions Counselor, University of Houston Downtown Santana, Rosie – ELL/Literacy Consultant, Instructional Staff Member, Neuhaus Education Center Santos, Renato – Attorney, Private Practice Savala, Larry – Family Engagement Specialist, FamiliesEmpowered Selvera, Sergio J. – Attorney, Private Practice Sepeda, Robert Sheinberg, Bart M. – Houston Community College Shen, Lisa – Assistant Professor & Reference Librarian, Sam Houston State University Shiloh, Andrea – Business Banking Relationship Manager, Wells Fargo Bank Shoalmire, Fabiola – Category Analyst Global Rigs, Global Wells Organization, BP America Sias, Mary Silva, Armando – Arts Administrator/Choreographer ((Dance), MECA Simón, Lorís, Associate Editor for English Language, Literal: Voces Latinoamericanas Simons, Alex – History/Political Science/Government Documents Librarian, University of HoustonSims, Sarah, B.S. – Graduate Student, Sam Houston State University

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Sirsat, Dr. Sujata – Post-Doc Student, Houston Community College Smith, , Fortecia Smith, Christina – Process Operator, Shell Deer Park Soliz-Matthews, Itze – Attorney, Private Practice Sotomayor, Evelisa – International Space Station, Project Operations Engineer, Boeing Steger, Amy – Parent Representative, HISD Parent Engagement Department Stephens, Lindsay – Student, Conference Coordinator II, GeoFORCE Suarez, Rebecca – Weekend Anchor/Reporter, KXLN Univision 45 Suescun, Alejandro “Alex” – Sr. Relationship Manager, North Houston Commercial Banking, Wells Fargo Tallet, Olivia P. – Senior City Reporter, Houston Chronicle/La Voz Taylor, M.Ed., CALT/LDT, Brenda – Certified Academic Language Therapist/Licensed Dyslexia Therapist,

Texas A&M University Taylor, Sandra Joseph Tcholakova, Ruschka – Public Affairs, Houston A+ Challenge Thomas, Felicia – Special Collections Librarian, Sam Houston State University Thompson, M.Ed., CALT/LDT, QI, Rai – Assistant Director of Professional Development, Neuhaus Education Center Todd, Jennifer – Manager of Grant Development, Office of School Choice, HISD Trevino, Melissa – Private Loan Underwriter, Wells Fargo Bank Upadhya, Zameer – CEO, My Harvest Field Valdez, Alice – Arts Administrator/Educator, MECA Valdez, Maria B. – Mediator and Assistant to Fifth Circuit Judge Valencia, Alexa – External Relations Manager, Direct Energy Van Metre, Lorena – Staff Development Engineer, ConocoPhillips Vanegas, Nelson – Production Creative Director, Univision Radio Vargas, Gerardo – Operations Mechanical Engineer, Gulf of Mexico Mad Dog Platform, BP America Vasquez, Jo Ann – Corporate Banking Loan Team Manager, Wells Fargo Bank Vega, Dr. Lina Vega – School of Dentistry, UTHSC Vela, Faryn – Dental student, School of Dentistry, UTHSC Velasco, Alvaro – Instrumentation & Electrical Engineer, Global Projects Organization, BP America Velasco, Daniel – Marketing Manager, Houston Texans Velásquez, José Ovidio – Professor, ASL, Sam Houston State University Verdinez, Leticia – Kids to College, Texas A & M University Verdinez, Leticia – Texas ACE Family Engagement Specialist, Spring Branch ISD Vigil, Jesus – Program Specialist, Parent Engagement, Houston ISD Waddell, Lisa M. Wade, Vanessa – Mexican American Advancement Weber, Melanie – Commercial Crew Program, Crew & Cargo Engineer, Boeing Webster, Michael – Director of School Support Services, Career and Technology Education, Houston ISD Wheat, Dave – Assistant Superintendent, Office of School Choice, Houston ISD Williams. Chaplain Sandy – Religious Careers Williamson, James – Digital Resources Librarian, Sam Houston State University Wilson, Alina – Interpreter, Memorial Hermann Healthcare System Winstead, Ellen – Director of Strategic Initiatives, YES Prep Public Schools Witney, Elliot – Director of Strategic Initiatives and Innovation, Spring Branch ISD Witt, David Witt, Juliana Woodall, Aimee – Serving the Hispanic Community Yanez, Anthony – Meteorologist, KPRC Local 2 Yang, Ph.D., Lingling – Language Laboratory Director, Sam Houston State University Zapien, Rachel – Manager Call Center/Training and Development, METRO

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Exhibit HallJose Rendon – ChairRey Gonzales

Lunchroom/Food Donna B. Lyttleton – ChairJeff Davis Hispanic Alumni AssociationHealthy LunchboxKrogerMilby Hispanic Alumni Association

Hospitality/VIP Check-InTony Ponce De LeonJuan A. “Tony” Castilleja, Jr. – ChairDayni AlbaSonja Gonzales

Logistics/Facility ReviewDonna B. LyttletonDavid V. Flores

Middle School ProgramLauren Soliz – Chair

Panel SessionsDebra Andrist, Ph.D.Diana Pino, Ph.D. – ChairMelissa Y. Martinez

Program BookDonna B. LyttletonGray MitchellRamiro G. Fonseca – Chair

Public RelationsLiliana AryDaniel Contreras – ChairJ. Denisse CantuKristina B. Tirloni

Opening CeremoniesDavid V. Flores – ChairDonna B. Lyttleton

SecurityAdrian Garcia, Harris County SheriffSgt. Yvonne Cooper – ChairLt. William SparksAlan Delaney

Volunteers Frida VillalobosNorma L. LopezMercedes Gonzales

EntertainmentJack Velasquez – ChairAmbassadors International Ballet FolkloricoGrupo Folklorico ZapataLas Americas Ballet FolkloricoMariachi Hermosura Juvenil

Corporate and Other Organization VolunteersBank of AmericaCenterPoint EnergyEMGM-UHEmployees of Pizza PatrónHACEMOSHarris County Sheriff DeputiesHISD Transportation & Field Safety Dept.Houston Association of Hispanic Media ProfessionalsHouston Counseling AssociationJeff Davis Hispanic Alumni AssociationKappa Delta Chi – TSUMilby Hispanic Alumni AssociationShell Oil CompanyTSU’s Hispanic Student AssociationWells Fargo

A SPECIAL THANKS TO ALL THE VOLUNTEERS WHO HELPED ORGANIZE THE ADMISSIONS AND FINANCIAL AID PLAZAS(As of 1/16/2013)Houston Community CollegeLone Star CollegeRice UniversitySan Jacinto CollegeTexas A & M UniversityTexas Southern UniversityTGUniversity of Houston

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Career Panel CoordinatorsAguilar, MargaritaAlexander, JermaineAndrist, Ph.D., DebraAparicio, FabioBarnes, BarryBradley, NellBryant, JoleaCabrera, Patricia I.Campbell, BonnieCassidy, ErinCastilleja, Jr., Juan A. “Tony” Cohn, LindaCruz, RickEsponsa, CesarEsquibel, DavidFerrer, ElizabethGarcia Jr., TonyGarret, Dr. ThomasGarza, Jose V.Harris, StacyHash, JohnHernandez, MarkHISD School ChoiceHoffer, MattJeffrey Koch/BrendaKerrigan, Dr. SarahKoch, Dr. JeffLeal, Jose S.Luzarraga, RaulManley, JessicaMartin, DollyMcCorkle, Judge LamarMcNeese-Ward, MarleneMedina, DavidMelchor, RDH, M.Ed., Margo Y.Ogden, Mary Olalda-Garcia, CrystalOlmos, Jennifer De La RosaOrellana, RichardPicado, Alejandra

Pitchford, DonRodriguez, FrankSalazar, XochitlSalum, RoseMarySanchez, LeticiaSheinberg, Bart M.Taylor, Sandra JosephTcholakova, RuschkaUpadhya, ZameerValdez, AliceVasquez, Jo AnnWiley, Cathy

General Volunteers(As of 1/16/2013)

Aguilar, MarciaAlamilla, Johnny M.Artis, Tonya S.Barner, Elaine EBChristy, Reginald A.Delaney, JoanDiaz, OlgaDoguim, Robert A.Ford, Wendy J.Garza, Brent J.Garza, OlgaHughes, Carolyn J.Ledesma, LouisLopez, Jose LeosMaldonado, RinaMartinez-Wilburn, Beverly M.Mitchell, TimOcampo, GerardoOchoa, JessicaParedes, WilliamTeruneh, MichaelTorres, MariaTrinidad, JoseValdez, JorgeWilson, ShirleyA.

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College Planning Calendar for High School SeniorsExpanded version available at www.AIE.org

August o Set up a file to keep the information you receive from and send to colleges. Review the file weekly. o Explore college and scholarship information online. Sign up for a regular electronic newsletter (AIEmail) at AIE.org. o Request admissions, housing, and scholarship information and applications from your target colleges.

September o Mark your calendar for college fairs scheduled at your high school or in your community. o Meet with your high school counselor to develop a college admissions plan. o Register for the October or November SAT and/or ACT, depending on the test required by your target colleges. Keep in mind that there are prep courses that you can take to help you study for these tests. o Inquire about admissions application fee waivers to see if you qualify. o Discuss college costs with your parents.

October o Create a schedule of admissions, housing, financial aid, and scholarship application deadlines. o Begin admissions and scholarship applications and essays. o Ask about and attend a financial aid program at your high school or in your area. o Request high school transcripts and letters of recommendation.

November o Collect letters of recommendation or ensure that they have been submitted to your target colleges. o Submit admissions applications for early decision/early action programs.

December o Complete, photocopy, and submit your admissions and scholarship applications. o Get any other financial aid forms that may be required by your target colleges.

January o Complete taxes early; you will need tax information for the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). o If you plan on completing the FAFSA electronically, obtain a FAFSA PIN at www.pin.ed.gov. If you are not sure what financial aid form (FAFSA) or Texas Application for State Financial Aid (TASFA) to submit, go to www.collegeforall texans.com, click on Apply and then For Financial Aid. This information will help you determine the correct form and links you to the TASFA. o Schedule personal interviews at your target colleges, if required.

February o Complete, photocopy, and submit the paper or electronic FAFSA (www.fafsa.gov) or TASFA. See Appendix A of the TASFA for a list of schools that accept the TASFA. If your school is not in Appendix A you will have to complete the paper FAFSA and send it to the school. o Make sure that you have submitted all required financial aid forms to your target colleges. o Watch your mail or email for requests or responses from colleges regarding financial aid and admissions.

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College Planning Calendar for High School Seniors (continued)Expanded version available at www.AIE.org

March o Ask your high school counselor about Advanced Placement (AP) exams for college credit. o Review your files and follow up on submissions to and requests from admissions, housing, and financial aid offices. o Look for a summer job.

April o Continue to watch for admissions notifications and financial aid award letters. o Evaluate financial aid awards based on the cost of attendance and other factors at your target colleges. o Sign and return award letters and any other required financial aid forms. o Plan a college budget. o Make your final enrollment decision by accepting your top admissions offer and submitting the enrollment deposit, if requested. Most deposits are due by May 1, but check with your selected colleges. o Notify the colleges that you choose not to attend.

May o Study for your AP exams and high school finals. o Contact the financial aid office at your selected college to check your status. o Finalize on-campus housing plans if you plan to live in a dorm. o Have your high school guidance office send a final official transcript to your chosen college.

June o Complete any remaining financial aid forms. o Plan for college orientation and transportation. o Start a list of everything you will need to take to college. o If you are just now deciding that you want to attend college, it may not be too late for some colleges. Contact the college you are interested in attending to find out what you need to do. o Prelease an apartment if you plan on living off campus.

July o Establish a bank account at a bank near your college. o Pay your fall tuition and fee bill and on-campus housing bill or arrange for your financial aid to pay them, if that option is available. o Set up an address/phone book for relatives and friends you want to keep in touch with. Include emergency numbers like doctors and insurance companies.

Congratulations, you’re on your way!

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Be Ready! Get Informed! Get an Education

Helpful Telephone Numbers and Free WebsitesTexas Financial Aid Information Center (888) 311-8881 (toll free)BilingualThe Texas Financial Aid Information Center provides answers to questions about college and financial aid.

College for all Texans www.collegeforalltexans.comOperated by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board, this site provides information about state grant and loan programs and offers college planning information to Texas families and students.

Adventures In Education (AIETM) www.AIE.orgBilingualAdventures In Education provides information to assist parents and students in preparing for and transitioning to postsecondary education. AIE also provides online resources to help students develop critical financial literacy skills as well as research careers.

TG (800) 845-6267 www.tgslc.org/students/index.cfmTG offers many Spanish language materials and education-related resources. TG is a public, nonprofit corporation that helps students and families plan and prepare for college, learn the basics of money management, and repay their federal student loans. This site provides in depth information on Stafford and PLUS Loans.

Compendium of Texas Colleges and Financial Aid Calendar http://www.everychanceevery texan.org/about/scholars/This compendium contains a list of colleges and universities in Texas, admission requirements, total expenses for an academic year, financial aid data and related information, and helpful hints to the college bound, together with a calendar of various scholarship deadlines arranged by months.

U.S. Department of Education www.ed.govMany Spanish language materialsThe U.S. Department of Education coordinates federal grants, loans, and work-study programs.

Petersons.com — The Education Supersite www.petersons.comThis site helps to connect individuals, educational institutions, and corporations through books, Websites, online products, and admissions services.

FastWeb www.fastweb.comFastWeb helps students make the decisions that shape their lives: choosing a college, paying for college, and finding jobs during and after college.

Texas Higher Education Assessment (THEA) — Replaced TASP test www.thea.nesinc.comThe site includes a practice test and study guides to help students prepare for the test.

SAT — College Board Online www.collegeboard.orgThe College Board’s site includes valuable information for students, including college planners, information guides, directories, and practice tests for the Scholastic Achievement Test (SAT).

ACT Online www.act.orgACT’s website includes information on its assessment test for students, as well as other guides and information.

Free Application for Federal Student Aid www.fafsa.ed.gov

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Be Ready! Get Informed! Get an Education (continued)

Internal Revenue Service (IRS) www.irs.gov/individuals/students/index.htmlMany Spanish language materialsThe IRS offers a special section for students, providing detailed information on tax issues related to higher education. Information includes details on qualified tuition programs, the HOPE and Lifetime Learning Credit programs, and other related issues.

Texas Common Application www.applytexas.orgThe Texas Common Application lets you apply for admission to any Texas public university, as well as to participating community and private colleges.

Get Ready! Prepare for college – Room 320 C(Recommended for 6th to 11th graders)

What do you know about the college-going process? If someone offered you a million dollars to tell them the steps they needed to take to prepare for college, would you win the money? This session will focus on the basics of college preparation: terminology, recommended coursework, choosing a college and major, getting involved while in middle and high school and building a resume. When you are prepared for college, you win!

Get set! Apply to college – Room 330 B(Recommended for high school students)

All high school students and parents are strongly encouraged to attend this session. Learn how to prepare for the college application process from expert panel members representing community colleges and public/private colleges and universities. Save time by determining how to maximize your opportunities when selecting a college. This session will cover admission basics, including the college admissions timeline and process, standardized admission tests (ACT/SAT) and essay writing tips. The panel members will provide critical information and answer questions about college admissions.

Get set! Apply for financial aid – Room 330 A(Recommended for parents and students of all ages. It’s never too early to learn about financial aid!)

Are you worried that you might not have enough money to pay for college? Come to this interactive session and learn how you can apply for financial aid. In this session, you will learn about how to get started to be considered for the various types of financial aid, including grants, college-work study, need-based loans, and scholarships.

GO! Life as a college student and what you can expect – Room 320 F(Recommended for 11th & 12th graders)

What is life like for a student at a college or university? Learn more about how to prepare for the transition from high school to a college or university. This session will cover the change in academic responsibilities, basics about course scheduling/academic calendar, life on a college campus, and the importance of keeping an academic/social life balance. Information will also be provided about the resources that colleges and universities offer students so that they may be successful during their college career. Come to this session to learn more about college/university life and get answers to your questions.

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College Event QuestionsDon’t forget to ask these important questions when talking to college recruiters!Getting Into College

• What is your admissions policy? Do you have a minimum GPA or SAT/ACT score to be admitted? • What happens after I submit my admissions application and when do you make decisions? • What is the student population like? For example, traditional college-age or nontraditional; living on campus or off campus; from local/regional area; male/female ratio. • What is the average high school GPA of the entering freshman class? • How many undergraduate students are on your campus and what is the average class size for freshman courses? In general, the fewer students there are per class, the more individual attention you may receive. • On average, in how many years do your students at your institution complete a bachelor’s (undergraduate) or associate degree? For example, 4, 5 or 6 years. The longer it takes to graduate, the more an education costs. • What is the cost of attendance at your college? For example, tuition and fees, housing, books, etc.

Paying For College

• Does your college require any financial aid applications or forms in addition to the FAFSA or TASFA? • What are the financial aid application deadlines? For example, FAFSA and scholarship applications. • Is financial aid awarded on a first-come, first-served basis? • When do you inform me about my financial aid and scholarship offers? • What does your college do to help me locate other sources of financial aid not associated with your institution? For example, outside scholarships.

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Choose Your High School Courses and SchedulesThink about high school courses and college credits.

Think aheadYour years in middle school will pass very quickly. Then you’ll face a new adventure – high school! Take some time now to think about the courses you may want to take then.

Plan to take all courses necessary for graduationEvery school district requires some specific courses to meet graduation requirements.

· Ask your middle school counselor for a list of your required courses. When you’re in eighth grade, a high school official will discuss these requirements, and other things about high school with you.

Review college admission course requirementsIn addition to your school district’s graduation requirements, you also need to consider the courses you need for admission into college.

· For example, your district may not require two years of a foreign language to graduate from high school, but a majority of 4-year colleges and universities do require at least two years of the same foreign language for admission.

· Many colleges also require certain math courses, often including Algebra I, Geometry, and Algebra II. Select several colleges you might consider attending and check with them to see what courses they require. Either call the admissions office or visit the college’s Website for details.

Investigate courses that will count for college creditAnother thing to consider when planning for high school is whether you want to take any courses that might offer you college credit.

· Upon completion of these courses, such as “Advanced Placement” and “International Baccalaureate,” you take an exam and, depending on your score, you may be eligible for college credit. Some high schools also offer “articulated” courses. These are high school sources, such as drafting, that some colleges, through an agreement with your school district, accept for college credit.

· “Duel credit” courses are another option that might be available. These are actual college courses that a school district lets students take to count toward high school graduation. If you’re interested in getting a jump on college while you’re still in high school, talk to your middle school counselor about whether these special courses might be available in high school. It’s probably a good idea to think about what you might need to do in high school to be prepared to participate.

Complete a “Four-Year Plan”To assist you in visualizing your high school courses, you should complete a “Four-Year Plan.”

· Print this plan, then record your courses in pencil (in case you change your mind). Share your plan with your counselor and your parents. To get where you want to be at the end of your four years in high school, start planning now!

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