College and Career Readiness
College and Career Readiness Indicator
At SMUHSD, we are committed to providing our students with the highest quality education possible. We believe that education is the key to success, and we are proud to promote 7 ways students can be College and Career ready measured by the California College and Career Readiness Indicator (CCI).
The CCI is a tool used by the state of California to measure the preparedness of our students for college and careers. It provides a snapshot of how well our students are prepared for life beyond high school and helps us identify areas where we can improve to better prepare our students for the future.
The CCI is based on a combination of factors, including student academic achievement, college and career readiness, and high school graduation rates. By looking at these factors together, we can get a more complete picture of how well our students are prepared for success in college and beyond.
At our school district, we are committed to using the CCI to guide our efforts to improve student achievement and prepare our students for college and careers. We believe that all students can succeed, and we are dedicated to providing them with the tools and resources they need to reach their full potential.
We offer a wide range of programs and services to help our students prepare for college and careers, including advanced courses, career and technical education programs, and college readiness programs. We also provide our students with access to college and career counseling, as well as resources to help them navigate the college application process.
We are proud of the progress our students have made in preparing for college and careers, and we are committed to continuing to improve our programs and services to ensure that our students are well-prepared for success in the future. We encourage all of our students to take advantage of the resources and opportunities available to them and to strive for excellence in all that they do.
Learn more about the ways you or your student can be College and Career Readiness Prepared:
Advanced Placement (AP) International Baccalaureate (IB)

February 19 Webinar: Nursing Pathway Programs
Learn about College of San Mateo and Dominican College Nursing Programs!
Thursday, February 19, 6 - 7 p.m.
Webinar Link
Topics:
- Differing nursing pathways
- What can students do now, in high school, to prepare for a career in healthcare?
- What is the educational process to becoming a nurse?
Speakers:
- Professor Melinda Nguyen, Nursing Program Director, College of San Mateo
- Carlos Rodriguez, Assistant Director of Undergraduate Admissions, Dominican College
Questions?
Contact your school site College and Career Advisor.
College Planning Webinars
Community College to Four Year Transfer Path
Tuesday, April 28, 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
SMUHSD invites students and parents to learn more about the community college to four-year transfer pathway.
Tune in to hear from former SMUHSD students who will be sharing their experiences navigating the community college system, and who transferred (and graduated from) different UC campuses.
Check in with the College & Financial Aid Advisor at your school site with any questions!
Zoom Link: https://smuhsd-org.zoom.
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: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_8Rod86sBRderH-J29qUIxA#/registration
2026 Dates:
All sessions are held on Wednesdays from 4 - 5 p.m.
- May 27: Building Your College List
- June 3: How College Application Decisions Are Made
- June 10: Avoiding Missed Opportunities On The Common App/UC App
- June 17: Getting Started On Your App: Essays & Activities
- June 24: Personal Writing For The Common App And UC App
- September 23: Ask The Experts Q&A Session
- September 30: Financial Aid
