College Access Plan
Drop In Programs
Our high school programs are free for all HLPUSD and PUSD students in grades 9-12. We are passionate about serving every student who needs support, and are especially committed to partnering with first-generation students and students from low-income households. Read on to learn about our after school drop in program at HLPUSD and PUSD; and daytime programs for CIS Academy, Rose City, and Focus Point.
Drop in Program
High School
Students, you can pop into our afterschool drop-in centers whenever you have a question, want to talk about college or careers, or just need a space to work on resumes, college and financial aid applications, and more. Stay for 15 minutes or 2 hours – it’s up to you!
During drop in, CAP’s advisors can help you:
- Find the right colleges for you
- Write great college essays
- Complete a resume
- Submit strong applications
- Finish the FAFSA or Dream Act
- Evaluate financial aid offers
- Find and apply for scholarships
- Explore careers and majors
Drop in hours are 3:30 – 5:30pm unless noted otherwise.
Drop in Program
DAYTIME
CIS, Focus Point, and Rose City Students: CAP offers one-on-one support during the school day, directly on your campus! During these sessions, CAP’s advisors can help you:
- Explore your options for life after high school
- Explore careers and majors
- Develop a strong resume
- Submit college applications
- Apply for financial aid
- Find and apply for scholarships
CIS and Rose City students: CAP services begin September 6. You can set up an appointment through your high school counselor. CIS students may schedule an appointment with your CAP advisor directly.
Focus Point students: CAP is on your campus once a month; connect with your counselor to find out more about our scheduled dates.
Drop in Program
PUSD
PUSD drop in locations for the 2024-2025 school year are:
Mon & Wed:
Blair • Library
PHS • G102
Tues & Thurs:
Marshall • Library
Muir • A136
Drop in Program
HLPUSD
HLPUSD drop in locations for the 2024-2025 school year are:
Mon & Wed:
La Puente • Room 17
Wilson • G-9
Tues & Thurs:
Los Altos • F5 • from 3:45 – 5:45pm
Workman • Student Union