College and Career Readiness Department

The College and Career Readiness Department of Galena Park ISD is committed to providing access to higher education to all students.
COLLEGE AND CAREER VIDEOS
Paying for College
- High School Students: Learn How RaiseMe Works
- Going Merry: One Place for All Scholarships
- How Students Can Join the College Board Opportunity Scholarships Program
High School Students: Learn How RaiseMe Works
Going Merry: One Place for All Scholarships
How Students Can Join the College Board Opportunity Scholarships Program
Admissions, Majors, and More
- College Admissions 101: What Do Colleges Look For?
- Essay Writing Workshop for Admissions and Scholarships
- How to Write an Impressive Resume
- Admissions 101 (Understanding the Entire Process and Terminology for Applying)
- Finding Community in College (Joining Organizations, Attending Events, Getting Involved)
- Finding the Right Fit (How to Know Which College Is Right for You)
- Choosing a Major
- Health Care Programs in College
- Student Services (What Do Colleges Offer Besides Classes)
College Admissions 101: What Do Colleges Look For?
Essay Writing Workshop for Admissions and Scholarships
How to Write an Impressive Resume
Admissions 101 (Understanding the Entire Process and Terminology for Applying)
Finding Community in College (Joining Organizations, Attending Events, Getting Involved)
Finding the Right Fit (How to Know Which College Is Right for You)
Choosing a Major
Health Care Programs in College
Student Services (What Do Colleges Offer Besides Classes)
Click HERE to learn more about Paying for College
Learn about the various options students can use to pay for college: Federal Aid: FAFSA.gov or State Aid through TASFA application Need based aid provided by college Merit aid provided by college Outside scholarships from other organizations Loans (the ones you have to pay back)
Scholarships and College Information for Undocumented Students
The following website contains information on the policies and other important facts about applying as an undocumented student. Access to scholarships available to undocumented students is also provided.
https://sites.google.com/gpapps.galenaparkisd.com/help-for-undocumented-students/home
Dual Credit
Providing access to higher education for all students
Dual credit is the enrollment of students in college courses while still in high school, allowing them to earn both college and high school credits simultaneously.
Advanced Placement (AP) and Advanced Courses - Preparing Every Student for College and Beyond
What are Advanced Placement courses?
Advanced courses are academically challenging, designed for motivated students ready to engage with rigorous content. These courses operate on the principle that all students can achieve at high levels. The coursework requires students to complete independent, analytical assignments and to complete a significant amount of work outside of class.
The curriculum for these courses is aligned with the core academic framework established by the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) for each subject. Instruction in these courses aims to push students to expand their knowledge, skills, and understanding in preparation for the next level of education. Specifically, advanced middle school courses are intended to prepare students for high school Advanced and Advanced Placement (AP) courses.
