Inaugural Teen College and Career Day takes place on September 12 in Menlo Park

On Saturday, September 12, 2026 from 11:00 am  to 2:00 pm, teens are invited to come to the Belle Haven Community Campus (100 Terminal Ave.) to attend the first Teen College and Career Day. You’ll be able to visit with professionals who are experts in their fields, talk to representatives from vocational schools and colleges, and attend presentations about applying for financial aid.

All are welcome to attend, but if you register early, you will be entered into a prize drawing. Prizes may include bookstore gift certificates, a tablet, application scholarships, other gift cards, and more! You must attend the event and be present to claim a prize. The prize drawing will take place at 1:30 pm during the event.

Register now.

This is a free event, and a light lunch will be provided (quantities are limited).

• Learn about options to explore after high school graduation
• Meet college, military, and vocational school representatives
• Participation from community colleges, CSUs, UCs, and private colleges
• Financial aid presentation from 12:30 – 1:00 pm

Teens will have the chance to speak with representatives from:

Schools:

• San Francisco Bay University
• Canada College
• Skyline College
• De Anza College
• Foothill College
• Unitek College
• San Francisco State University
• Peninsula College
• Domestic Truck Driving School
• SMJATC – San Mateo Joint Apprenticeship & Training Center

Armed forces:

• US Army

Professional Services:

• Job Train
• Foundation for a College Education

Funding support was generously provided by the following organizations:

• Menlo Park Library Foundation
• Menlo Park Library
• Tarlton Properties, Inc.
• Cañada College
• Soultown Magazine
• East Palo Alto High School
• Live in Peace

InMenlo file photo (c) 2020