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COLLEGE DAY RESOURCES

Resources and activities to show that attaining a college education is possible no matter the background

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Teachers and educators can choose from a variety of lesson plans specifically designed for College Day. Our website provides support materials including handouts, posters, games, and other resources to help students prepare for college.

 

College Day Site Coordinators should look out for the College Day Kit, which all Santa Clara county schools will receive in September. The kit includes College Day Posters and giveaways to encourage students to participate in College Day.

ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
MIDDLE SCHOOL
HIGH SCHOOL

LESSON

PLANS

Every year, College Day features a different theme to encourage thousands of K-12 students in Santa Clara County to apply for a college and career pathway.

 

Many admins, teachers and students have been creating their own posters during College Day. You can do the same by clicking the link below to print your own 8-1/2" x 11” poster to hang in your classroom.

POSTERS

Faculty, school staff, administrators and youth workers can help create conversations around "going to college"  through projects like a "College Day Corner" or "College Day Word Wall". Here are some ideas to start with:

CONVERSATION STARTERS

There are lots of ways for parents and teachers to engage students and impact their futures by participating in College Day. Here are some things to try out:

 

  • Wear clothing from your alma mater or favorite college

  • Post pictures from your alma mater or favorite college

  • Describe your own college experience to students

  • Share fun facts about going to college

ACTIVITY IDEAS

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