TIGARD HIGH
MISSION: Every student will graduate from Tigard High School prepared for admission to an Oregon college/university. All students will be choice-ready.
Cada estudiante se graduará de la Escuela Preparatoria Tigard preparado para ser admitido y asistir a un colegio/universidad de Oregón. Todos los estudiantes estarán listos para elegir su futuro.
Our College and Career Center is one more tool our students can access in an effort to achieve our mission.
WE ARE HERE TO HELP
- Researching colleges
- Exploring a career in the trades
- Applying for Financial Aid
- Finding options with the military
- Looking for an after school job
- Trying to figure out a plan for after High School!
College and Career Center Coordinator
Jessi Podd
(503)431-5429
[email protected]
Sign up for college visits on SchooLinks using your Clever Sign in, and going to Events
UPCOMING COLLEGE VISITS
11/19 9-10am Gonzaga University - VIRTUAL
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DIDN'T HAVE AN OPPORTUNITY TO ATTEND THE FINANCIAL AID NIGHT AT TIGARD HIGH ON 10/16?
FIND THE PRESENTATION HERE:
ENGLISH
SPANISH
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COLLEGE APPLICATION SUPPORT SESSION
HOSTED AT TIGARD HIGH SCHOOL
BY: JESSI PODD AND COUNSELING CREW
OVER BOTH LUNCHES
12/3
Any seniors working on college applications are invited to come to the College and Career Center to get support, or ask questions about Common App, SchooLinks, Transcripts, Letters of Recommendation, etc, from myself or Counseling Crew. Please bring your Chromebooks. We will be available over both lunches.
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OPPORTUNITY
NWRESD Youth Commercial Driver's License Training Program
We are excited to announce the launch of our region’s first ever program for graduating High School Seniors in Washington County public schools to earn a Class-A Commercial Driver’s License!
STUDENT ELIGIBILITY
Students Graduating High School or earning G.E.D. by June 2026
Students must have one year of licensed driving experience in good standing by June 2026
Students must be 18 years of age by June 2026 (please note, students will complete classroom CDL Permit Training during spring break, but you cannot take the CDL Permit test until you are 18)
STUDENT AVAILABILITY REQUIRED
Training Dates: Spring Break, March 23rd - 27th 2026 and July 2026 (exact times and days TBD)
Training Location: Elite Truck School, 560 SE 4th Ave #525, Hillsboro, OR 97123
PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS
At a minimum, selected students will complete Commercial Driver’s License Permit Training to prepare for the CDL Permit exam and an opportunity to interview with an industry partner.
Additionally, students from each district will advance to the full Class-A CDL Training to take place in July 2026
VIRTUAL PRESENTATION TO LEARN MORE ABOUT THIS OPPORTUNITY
11/17/25
IF INTERESTED IN ATTENDING MEETING
EMAIL: [email protected]
MORE INFORMATION HERE
Please share this short video with students and families to explain this program and applicant eligibility.
Go to our Youth Commercial Driver’s License webpage to learn more and apply.
If students and families need support, please email G Bundy ([email protected]) and/or [email protected]
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The Office of Student Access and Completion "OSAC" Scholarhip is now open!
Students who are considering attending an Oregon college are encouraged to apply.
FUN FACTS About the OSAC Scholarship:
- One application
- Over 600 scholarships
- Opens November 1st
- Early Bird Deadline - February 15
- Deadline - March 1
OSAC SCHOLARSHIP LIST
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SCHOLARSHIPS
11/15 Student Scholarships $Varied
Takes you to a list to explore the largest collection of scholarships on the web
11/15 James Alan Cox Foundation for Student Journalists
-Five (5) $2,500 scholarships will be awarded to five (5) college or technical school students, payable to their school. Four awards will be for video work while one will be for still photography.
-One (1) $2,500 scholarship will be awarded to one (1) graduate student, payable to their school, for video work.
-Five (5) Digital SLR Cameras will be awarded to five (5) high school students. (High school applicants should only submit still photographs. The video awards are for college and graduate students only.)
11/15 Odenza Marketing Group Scholarship $500
The main goal of the Odenza Marketing Group Volunteer Award is to encourage students to make a positive contribution to their individual communities, while providing scholarship awards to those who have done so over the previous 12 months.
11/17 National Space Club and Foundation Keynote Scholar Application $15,000
Pursuing a career in a STEM field, If chosen to continue. The recipient must be available to speak at the 2026 Goddard Memorial Dinner on March 13, 2026. Travel and lodging for the recipient and one guest will be provided by the National Space Club and Foundation.
11/24 NHS Scholarship $25,000
Members of NHS, need to create a student account which gets verified by THS NHS advisor, 600 scholarships awarded.
11/30 Bachus & Schanker, LLC Scholarship $ 2,000
800 word essay about your opinion on the importance and efficacy of the 7th Amendment (the right to trial by a jury).
11/30 Education Matters $5,000
Essay on "What would you say to someone who thinks education doesn't matter or that college is a waste of time and money? (250 words or less)
EXPLORE MORE OPPORTUNITIES HERE
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PCC SE Campus Preview Day
Friday, December 5, 2025
9:00 AM until 1:00 PM
Map and Directions
PCC Southeast Campus
2305 SE 82nd Ave
Portland, OR 97216
United States
During Preview Day you will gain valuable information on how to get ready to attend PCC, learn about our academic programs and financial aid/ scholarships, spend time interacting with PCC faculty and staff, get answers to your questions and have fun!
Note: Lunch will not be provided at this event. Transportation will not be provided.
RSVP Deadline: November 27, 2025
REGISTER HERE
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GOING TO COLLEGE FALL 2026?
FAFSA IS OPEN!
A Few Tips:
Be sure your name is typed exactly as it is on your Social Security Card (for FAFSA)
Use your personal email address (not THS email address!)
When inviting a Contributor (parent/guardian) be sure the information is typed identically to the information entered when your contributor creates their account (FAFSA)
Not sure if you should complete the ORSAA or the FAFSA. Find out which form you are eligible for HERE
Do you want to find if you're eligible for a Grant? (free money for college) - complete the Estimator
PORTLAND WORK ALLIANCE UPCOMING CAREER DAYS AND OTHER CAREER EXPLORATION DAYS
There are several upcoming PWA Career Days that we want to share with you. We have set aside some seats for students from non-partner school districts. See the descriptions below. Students should fill out the interest form AND
submit the parent/guardian permission slip in order to be eligible for acceptance.
PWA Nike Career Day (Wednesday, November 19, 2025): Join the Nike Innovation and Product Creation teams, in partnership with Nike United, for a morning at the Nike HQ in Beaverton, Oregon. You will hear from teammates with backgrounds in design, science, and engineering, and gain hands-on experience in footwear and material design and development. Learn about different career paths within Nike and how to get started. IN PERSON at Nike in Beaverton.
The Oregonian Career Day (Wednesday, December 10, 2025): Get a behind-the-scenes look at the largest media company in Oregon and meet journalism professionals. Explore how the pros use tools such as video, photography and social media to tell stories. Participate in hands-on learning, including a mock press conference. Learn about the skills and education needed for a career in journalism, communications, and media.
Providence St. Vincent Medical Center: Surgical Services Career Exploration: Curious about the dynamic and precision-driven world of the operating room? Join us for a three-hour, interactive workshop to explore the roles within Surgical Services. You’ll learn about preparing operating rooms, assisting surgeons, and ensuring patient safety. This event is perfect for students and career seekers interested in surgical services. Meet experienced staff, ask questions, and gain insights into the training and skills required for these vital roles. Don’t miss this opportunity to explore your career options and take a step toward a future in surgical services. We look forward to welcoming you and helping you discover your potential!
*Students under the age of 18 must be registered by a parent/guardian.
Registration is now open. Please register here.
You will receive email confirmation once you register.
PARTNERSHIP FOR SCIENTIFIC INQUIRY (PSI) PROGRAM AT OREGON HEALTH & SCIENCE UNIVERSITY (OHSU)
- Apply by December 1, 2025
Do you have a passion for science and an interest in exploring a career in biomedical research? Designed to introduce high school students from underrepresented minority groups to biomedical research, OHSU’s PSI program offers a 16-week comprehensive and interactive didactic course that provides Oregon sophomore, junior, and senior students with a foundational understanding of the scientific process. Students will have the unique opportunity to engage with research scientists from OHSU and other Portland research institutes. This is a semester-long program with an opportunity to be paired with a mentor for a summer research internship experience. There is no cost to students. We meet virtually on Wednesday evenings from January to May.
To apply, students must submit their applications, along with a teacher recommendation, by December 1st. See this program flier and review more detailed program information and the application forms on our website at: www.psiprogramohsu.com.
OREGON DEPT OF TRANSPORTATION Work Zone Safety Billboard Design Contest
The Oregon Department of Transportation is recruiting high school students to design a billboard to educate drivers (especially young drivers) about the dangers of work zones and encourage safe driving. Open to all high school students.
Video Link Flyer Read more and apply by December 19
Portland Fashion Institute Holiday Open House
(Monday, December 8, 2025): Demos: Patternmaking, Sewing, Couture, Machine Knitting. Visit PFI’s Alumni Group & Discover: How to succeed in fashion. FREE to attend!
SCHOOL YEAR STUDY ABROAD OPPORTUNITIES
School Year Abroad (SYA) is a nonprofit organization focused on providing immersive study abroad programs to high school students. With over 8,500 alumni since 1964, SYA is a school fully accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC). Founded upon a yearlong study abroad model, SYA now operates three campuses in France, Italy and Spain, and has expanded to provide full academic year, semester and summer programs designed to develop skills for an increasingly interdependent world. SYA's yearlong program remains the only secondary-level option allowing students to live with a host family for an entire academic year while earning U.S. graduation credits and preparing for admission to selective U.S. colleges and universities.
FIND OUT MORE INFORMATION HERE
School Year Abroad (SYA) is a nonprofit organization focused on providing immersive study abroad programs to high school students. With over 8,500 alumni since 1964, SYA is a school fully accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC). Founded upon a yearlong study abroad model, SYA now operates three campuses in France, Italy and Spain, and has expanded to provide full academic year, semester and summer programs designed to develop skills for an increasingly interdependent world. SYA's yearlong program remains the only secondary-level option allowing students to live with a host family for an entire academic year while earning U.S. graduation credits and preparing for admission to selective U.S. colleges and universities.
FIND OUT MORE INFORMATION HERE
