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College and Career Planning
The job of the San Mateo Union High School District is to prepare teens for their next life chapter – whether that be attending college or entering the workforce in a career they enjoy. Our College and Career planning team is here to help guide students to the path best for them. We strongly encourage students and their families to take advantage of events like the annual College and Career Fair and to connect with your counselor for questions and guidance.
Please feel free to visit the Career Center websites listed below:
SMUHSD College Fair: October 14, 2026
The 2026 Districtwide College Fair will be held Wednesday, October 14 from 6:30 - 8 p.m. at San Mateo High School.
Representatives from more than 75 colleges will be in attendance!
Attend the college fair and presentations on paying for college, and more!
This College Fair is open to all students in SMUHSD and their families.
More information will be posted in early October.
College and Career Readiness Team
Laura Burtness
Titles:
College, Career, & Financial Aid Advisor
Locations:
Hillsdale
Hye Sun Chang
Titles:
Career Coordinator
Locations:
San Mateo
Jonathan Dhyne
Titles:
College, Career & Financial Aid Advisor
Locations:
Burlingame
Michelle Di Pilla
Titles:
College, Career, & Financial Aide Advisor
Locations:
Capuchino
Evestella Hanson
Titles:
College, Career & Financial Aid Advisor
Locations:
San Mateo
Carrie Hermann
Titles:
Career Center Assistant
Locations:
Burlingame
Lorenzo Hockaday
Titles:
Career Coordinator
Locations:
Mills
Queenie Hua
Titles:
Career Coordinator
Locations:
Aragon
Kimberly Koivisto
Titles:
CTE and Career Coordinator
Locations:
Capuchino
Mary O'Reilly
Titles:
College Career Advisor
Locations:
Aragon
Jerel Reyes
Titles:
Career Coordinator
Locations:
Mills
Christopher Zografos
Titles:
College and Career Coordinato
Locations:
Peninsula
College Planning Webinars
Free Camp College Workshops
Join the Western Association for College Admission Counseling (WACAC) on Wednesdays this summer and fall for the return of Camp College.
This seven-session virtual bootcamp for college applications is FREE and open to all high school counselors and students in the graduating class of 2027.
Reserve your spot now for this informative series specifically curated to maximize each step of the application journey.
2026 Remaining Workshops:
All sessions are held on Wednesdays from 4 - 5 p.m.
- September 23: Ask The Experts Q&A Session
- September 30: Financial Aid
