Hello Tornado Families, be sure to read and scroll through the entire newsletter for important information, events, deadlines, and opportunities for grades 9–12.

🎓 Seniors & Families: Don’t miss the Senior Corner for additional Class of 2027 deadlines, events, scholarships, and resources.

Don’t forget that our celebration is happening this Friday during lunch in the upper quad! We hope to see you there as we come together to celebrate Hispanic heritage, culture, and community! 🎉

Attention 10th & 11th Grade Families! The Practice SAT or PSAT/NMSQT will be administered on October 8, 2026. Please save the date and mark your calendars! 

All juniors will take the PSAT/NMSQT for free during periods 1 & 2.

10th grade students may take the PSAT but must purchase the exam in the Student Store at lunch. 

Deadline to purchase exam: Thursday, September 17 at lunch

Cost $18 (cash or check)

The PSAT is a great opportunity to practice for the SAT and receive valuable feedback on college-readiness skills. For juniors, the PSAT/NMSQT also provides an opportunity to qualify for National Merit Scholarship recognition.

More information about testing locations and preparation will be coming soon!

Interested in a career in psychology, psychiatry, therapy, behavioral sciences, or STEM?

The Career Explorers club is hosting a guest speaker event! This event would be great for any students in general, or anyone who wants to hear about a potential career path they could pursue. 

Date: October 9
Time: 3:45 pm
Location: 11201

See flyer for details.

Need help with your university applications? 

Counselors and college advisors from across the district will be available during the college application swarm to provide one-on-one support with your college and university applications. 

Date: October 8
Time: during periods 1 and 2 
Location: Room 3210

Important: You Must RSVP! If you would like to attend, you must complete the Google Form to RSVP. Only students who RSVP will receive a Minga sticker, which will serve as your pass to attend the College Application Swarm.

This form will close on September 30 at 4 pm. You must use your student GUSD email to register for this event. The form is only available to students, click on the link below.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfx22tdLwU28rJfai8LjTYKXM87hcxixaU8WDagzVOEJe3y6A/viewform?usp=header&authuser=0

Interested in becoming a Golden Eagle?🦅

Cal State LA is holding Eagle Fest on Saturday, 11/7!
You'll be able to tour the campus, hear from professors, advisors, current students, get free food and participate in giveaways, and best of all? Recieve on-site admission!

Students who meet A-G and GPA requirements and apply to CSULA and register for Eagle Fest by Wednesday, 10/28, will get on the spot admission to CSULA for almost all majors!

RSVP today, and make sure to submit your CSULA application by 10/28 if you want on the spot admission!

Join their weekly virtual workshops for any application help you may need! Every Thursday in October from 5pm-6pm, starting this Thursday! Click on the link below to register.

College reps from various schools are on campus in the fall. Don't miss out and ask any questions you may have about their application process, school culture, majors, cost, etc. Scan the QR code to register.

Ms. Kelly is here to support students with college applications, essays, financial aid, and the California Dream Act, as well as provide 1:1 advising and college workshops throughout the year.

Students can stop by and chat with Ms. Kelly in Room 2101 or reach her by email at klaunchbaugh@contracted.gusd.net.

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12th Grade Students & Families: Check out these amazing fall scholarship opportunities! Ms. Ebrahimi and Ms. Kelly will continue updating the scholarship document throughout the school year, so be sure to check back regularly for new opportunities.

We encourage families to explore these opportunities together. Every scholarship—big or small—can add up and make a real difference in helping with college costs!

Register for the GUSD College and Career Fair!

The GUSD College and Career Fair is on Saturday, October 10, 2026 from 10:30 AM to 1:30 PM at Glendale High School! This is your opportunity to connect with dozens of college representatives in-state and out of state! This is also your opportunity to explore different college opportunities and learn what different schools have to offer! Want to pursue a trade program or military? Explore these great options at the College and Career Fair!

Connecting with college reps is crucial because they are your main point of contact for admissions questions and they will be the ones evaluating your applications! At the College and Career Fair, you will be given a barcode that colleges can scan to receive your contact information. It is important to register via Strive Fair so that you can also have access to College Rep Info. You can register at https://app.strivescan.com/registration

See the flyer below.

Important reminder for DSA students:  Attendance is Mandatory for all DSA students. Please make sure you register and attend the College and Career Fair!

California Colleges is the official California and GUSD platform with tools to help students explore careers, majors, colleges, and trade schools—all for free! Students can activate their accounts using their school email. Need a little guidance? Watch this student tutorial. Parents, you can monitor your student’s progress by creating your own account. Register at CaliforniaColleges.edu and check out this parent tutorial for step-by-step instructions.

Glendale Community College is on campus in College and Career Center (Room 2101) once a week. Stop by if you have any questions!

Check your counselor's Google Classroom & follow us on instagram for GCC updates.

Click on the image below to go to Glendale College high school webpage.

Click here for a list of organizations and opportunities.

More local events:

Volunteer Opportunity - PTA Boo Bash
Event: The Mark Keppel annual "PTA Boo Bash" 
Date: Saturday, October 10
Time: 4:00PM - 8:00PM. 

If you are interested in volunteering, reach out to their PTA at kstanbra@gusd.net

• Need a Work Permit? Students can download a work permit at the following link https://hooverhs.gusd.net/work-permits Complete the form and bring it into the counseling office.

• GUSD Employment Resources: https://gusd.net/information-for-students

• Looking for a job? Places hiring immediately:

  • Krispy Kreme

  • Ralph's

  • Trader Joe's

  • Vons

  • Portos

  • Starbucks

  • Smart & Final

  • See below for job's via the GYA Employment Programs.

  • Start your job search and browse for thousands of hourly position openings. You can also start your job search at snagajob.com
    
    

• Highest Paying Occupations: https://www.bls.gov/ooh/highest-paying.htm
  
  
• Fastest Growing Occupations: https://www.bls.gov/ooh/fastest-growing.htm
  
  
• Most New Jobs: https://www.bls.gov/ooh/most-new-jobs.htm

Click on the link below for the CA work permit application.

During Student Connect, counselors provide engaging schoolwide presentations on topics such as:

• Social-emotional wellness
• Academic success strategies
• College and career readiness
• School resources, opportunities, and important updates
  
  

Through Student Connect, counselors provide students with timely information and resources to help them thrive.

This is the first year we’ll be running a local science fair! Our fair is designed to prepare student projects for the LACSEF (Los Angeles County Science and Engineering Fair) in March. Participants who enter the LACSEF will get a free science test A in March so that they don’t have to study while they’re preparing for the fair. 

Teams can be as big as 3 students. Projects that involve biological cultures, human test subjects, and any safety chemical concern must be preapproved by an ethics board before November. If you’re interested, join the Google Classroom for the HHS Science Fair and turn on notifications so that you can join the upcoming info session to learn more. 

This is a great opportunity for anyone interested in a future career in STEM. Winning the science fair looks great on a college application and is directly connected to several scholarship opportunities.

Students can access their unofficial transcript from Student Portal. Sign in to https://q.gusd.net/production/studentportal

1. Select "Documents" on the left menu

2. Click the icon next to "High School Unofficial Transcript" 

** look at the image below for reference**

3. Parents also have access via their parent portal

For official transcripts, please order here: https://hooverhs.gusd.net/order-transcripts-here-1

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline | Available 24/7

Life’s challenges can sometimes feel overwhelming. Whether you’re experiencing mental health struggles, emotional distress, concerns about alcohol or drug use, or simply need someone to talk to, caring and trained counselors are available to help.

Call or text 988 anytime for free, confidential support. You can also visit the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline website to chat with a counselor.

If you or someone you know is in immediate danger or experiencing a life-threatening emergency, call 911.

Additional Resources

The Trevor Project — Crisis support for LGBTQ+ young people
Call 1-866-488-7386, text START to 678678, or access online chat support.

Teen Line — Peer support for teens
Call, text, or chat with trained teen listeners through Teen Line.

211 — Community resources
Call 211 for help finding local resources, including food, housing, health care, and other support services.

Vision Statement: The Hoover High School Counseling Program supports the development of lifelong learners and productive members of society who are prepared to pursue meaningful postsecondary opportunities and empowered to discover their purpose. Hoover graduates will develop the skills, attitudes, and beliefs to think critically, overcome challenges, advocate for themselves and others, and embrace diverse perspectives. Hoover graduates will contribute positively to their communities, thrive in an ever-evolving global society, and work toward leaving a lasting legacy for future generations.

Mission Statement: Hoover High School Counselors provide a data-driven, multi-tiered system of support with culturally inclusive practices to address students’ academic, college/career, and personal/social development. In collaboration with students, families, staff, and the community, counselors facilitate a comprehensive program guided by the American School Counselor Association (ASCA). They deliver developmentally appropriate services directly or indirectly to help students build the ASCA Mindsets & Behaviors for Success improving achievement, postsecondary access, and the personal and social skills necessary for lifelong success.

Students, you can schedule a meeting with your counselor by booking an appointment. Times are offered before school, after school, during snack, and at lunch.

Appointments are highly recommended. You may drop by without one, but we cannot guarantee that a counselor will be able to meet with you at that time.