CKO
October is College and Career Kick Off Month...
This year, CKO won't be just a single-day event! Instead, we're spreading the college and career fun throughout October with opportunities for students to explore, dream, plan, and discover what's possible after high school.
What to Keep an Eye Out For:
October 5–16 — “My Dream…” College & Career Spotlight
Highlighting our students' dreams and future plans—whether that's college, career, military, trade school, entrepreneurship, or another pathway.
October 19 — ASVAB
Open to 11th & 12th graders interested in learning more about their strengths, career possibilities, and military pathways.
October 20 — 
College Spotlight Showcase
AVID students will showcase colleges they've researched, giving students an opportunity to discover schools, programs, campus life, and possibilities they may not have considered.
October 22 — 
Mini College Fair
Students will have the opportunity to connect with college representatives, ask questions, and explore postsecondary options.
October 28 — 
PSAT
11th-grade students will have the opportunity to take the PSAT and gain valuable experience with college-readiness testing.
CKO isn't just a day anymore—it's a month of opportunities to explore what's next!
SENIORS
12th Graders
College application workshops will be held every Monday and Thursday, October 1 through November 30, 2026. Sign up via your Canvas Homeroom page or via the QR Code below.
ASVAB Test - Monday, October 19th - Interest List
We will be administering the ASVAB on Monday, October 19th at 8:30 a.m. for Juniors and Seniors. Test location on campus to be determined. Please click the link below to sign up to take the test.
Click Here to Sign UpLinks to an external site.
The ASVAB (Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery) is a timed, multi-aptitude test used by the United States military to determine a person's eligibility and job qualifications for enlistment. The ASVAB is also a career planning and aptitude assessment designed to help high school students with career exploration.
JUNIORS
11th grade has two options
11th Graders
This year the Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test will take place at Great Oak on Thursday, October 28, 2026. Please note that this exam is only being offered digitally. There is a small $22 cost for this exam, but there are many benefits, so please read the information below provided by the College Board before filling out the form indicating your intent to take the test.
The Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT) measures what you're learning in school, determines if you're on track, and opens doors for opportunities to prepare and pay for college. Unlock the Benefits of the PSAT/NMSQT.
Taking the PSAT/NMSQT offers the following benefits to help you prepare for your academic future:
- Connect to $300 Million in Scholarships: Check "yes" to the Student Search Service® question on the PSAT/NMSQT answer sheet or opt in online to connect with 1,500 colleges and over $300 million in scholarships.
- Be Eligible for the National Merit® Scholarship Program: When you take the PSAT/NMSQT, you may meet requirements to enter the National Merit Scholarship Program and compete for national recognition and college scholarships.To be considered for qualification of the National Merit scholarship, you MUST test Junior year. Learn Your Academic Strengths: After you take the PSAT/NMSQT, your score report will show how well you performed and which college-level AP courses match your strengths.
- Access Free, Personalized Prep: Prepare for the PSAT/NMSQT with free resources from College Board and Khan Academy, and use your PSAT/NMSQT score to create a personalized SAT study plan through Official SAT Practice on Khan Academy®.
Here is a link to the page on the College Board website with all of the information regarding this exam: PSAT/NMSQT Homepage
PLEASE FILL OUT THE FORM IN THE ABOVE LINK IF YOU INTEND TO TAKE THE EXAM SO WE CAN PREORDER ENOUGH TESTS.
DEADLINE TO REGISTER IS October 23rd
ASVAB Test - Monday, October 19th - Interest List
We will be administering the ASVAB on Monday, October 19th at 8:30 a.m. for Juniors and Seniors. Test location on campus to be determined. Please click the link below to sign up to take the test.
Click Here to Sign UpLinks to an external site.
The ASVAB (Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery) is a timed, multi-aptitude test used by the United States military to determine a person's eligibility and job qualifications for enlistment. The ASVAB is also a career planning and aptitude assessment designed to help high school students with career exploration.