College & Career
CALENDAR
Students, please take a close look at the calendar on this page (see lower right corner for upcoming events). Click on every college and read a little bit about them to decide what college visits you would like to attend. The RSVP link is attached to every event so click to sign up.
JUNIORS AND SENIORS
Field Trip Opportunities
SCC Field Trip - Friday, March 21, periods 2-5. Please join Mrs. Dorsch for a tour of Scottsdale Community College. Please RSVP at https://forms.gle/D8vAiUxqBpSH1swC6 AND pick up a permission slip from Mrs. Dorsch's office (hanging from a binder clip on my office door.) OR download and and print a copy of permission slip here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1TTErdnE67tvuYdMc0d_MvsxBPp15_9rR3pEPFM6WKUA/edit?usp=sharing
Permission slips due SIGNED by both parent and teachers for periods 2-5 by March 17 to Mrs. Dorsch.
CONSTRUCTION / SCIENCE/ TECHNOLOGY APPRENTICESHIP FAIR - Wednesday, April 9, periods 2-7 (or earlier). Please join Mrs. Dorsch and Mrs Okun at this event at Chase Field to meet reps from various construction employers to learn about job opportunities (for graduating seniors), career paths and possible APPRENTICESHIP opportunities!
Bring our resume to share with potential employers.
This event will be attractive to any students interested in construction or construction management. Career opportunities in the Construction Science Technology Professions are open to anyone wanting to have a meaningful career and earn high wages without the debt associated with a four-year degree. In fact, apprenticeship programs offer training and on-the-job experience while earning a paycheck at the same time. There are few industries that offer this type of earn-while-you-learn opportunity.
Please RSVP at https://forms.gle/ttcnwyQ4t53ay8i29 and pick up a permission slip from the Guidance Office rm 5109. Permission slips due SIGNED by both parent and teachers for periods 2-7 by April 1.
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SCHOLARSHIPS - SENORS
Desert Mountain PTO Scholarships - Due March 31, 2025
There are two "types" of scholarship. The Wolfden Scholarships focus on your volunteer and community service work, in addition to any service you've done here at school. Four Wolfden scholarships of $1,500 will be awarded.
The PACK scholarship focuses on activites you have done here at Desert Mountain. Two PACK scholarships of $1,500 will be awarded.
Students can apply to BOTH types of scholarships!
College and Career Resources
- Arizona Instate College Information
- Careers
- Letter of Recommendation Student Brag Sheet
- Senior College Application Activities 2024
- Financial Aid, FAFSA, CSS
- WUE School List
- Scholarships and Tips
- Common App List of College Application Deadlines, Fees and Requirements
- Arizona Universities, Colleges and Trade Schools List 2022
- Major Clarity
- College Testing - ACT, SAT, PSAT, Test Prep
- Transcripts
- Top Summer Programs for High School Students
- College Athletics Recruiting Information
- STUDY United Kingdom Guide
- THE JUNIOR YEAR GUIDE
- Financial Need & College
- Application Procrastination Article
- College Planning Information
- Alternatives to College
- SCC / SUSD Dual Enrollment Information Flyers
- Resumes
Arizona Instate College Information
Careers
Letter of Recommendation Student Brag Sheet
Senior College Application Activities 2024
Financial Aid, FAFSA, CSS
WUE School List
Scholarships and Tips
Common App List of College Application Deadlines, Fees and Requirements
Arizona Universities, Colleges and Trade Schools List 2022
Major Clarity
College Testing - ACT, SAT, PSAT, Test Prep
Transcripts
Top Summer Programs for High School Students
College Athletics Recruiting Information
STUDY United Kingdom Guide
THE JUNIOR YEAR GUIDE
Financial Need & College
Application Procrastination Article
College Planning Information
Alternatives to College
SCC / SUSD Dual Enrollment Information Flyers
Resumes
Get Involved
Contact
Jenny Dorsch
480-484-7028
Student self-advocacy is encouraged.
Student 1-on-1 meetings by appointment
Parents please reach out via email or telephone with any questions.
"It is not which college you attend, it’s what you make of your opportunities there, that pave your road to success"