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Tomas High School

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College & Career

Venise W. Caleb, M.S., CCMR

College and Career Facilitator

Room A131, across from the library

 

CEEB: 440642
(For test registrations and college applications)

Welcome to the College and Career Page for Gene Tomas High School!

 

I am Mrs. Caleb, your College and Career Facilitator. The philosophy here is simple: every student, every pathway, every possibility.

My job is to make sure every Gator leaves this campus with a plan they chose on purpose. A four-year university, community college, trade school, the military, an apprenticeship, or straight into the workforce. Every one of those is a real future, and every one of them gets my full attention.

You do not need to have it all figured out before you come see me. Some of the students I most look forward to meeting are the ones who have no idea what comes next. That is not a problem. That is a starting point, and plans are allowed to grow and change as you do.

In the College and Career Center we work on college research and applications, financial aid and scholarships, career exploration, resume building, interview preparation, and goal setting. This space belongs to every grade level, not just seniors. The earlier you start, the more doors stay open.

Parents and families, you are part of this too. Reach out anytime to schedule a conversation.

Find me in Room A131, right across from the library. Your future does not start after graduation. It starts now. Get 'Em Gators!

 

  • The District shall excuse a student for up to two days during the student’s junior year and up to two days during the student’s senior year to visit an accredited institution of higher education provided the student receives approval from the campus principal, returns with a document certifying that the absence was to visit an accredited institution of higher education, and makes up any work missed.

    Students MUST be passing all classes in order to use a College Visit Day.

    Unused days do NOT roll over from Junior to Senior year.

  • Service Cord is a Volunteer Organization that requires students to provide time and energy to serve the surrounding communities. The program’s purpose is to teach students about responsibility, accountability, selflessness, showing appreciation, and giving to those in need.

    Students interested in participating, and receiving a Service Cord upon graduation, will need to complete 160 hours of service time throughout their four years of high school (approximately 40 hours a year). Transfer students who are coming into LCISD will be responsible for the same number of yearly hours (40 hours per year) starting with the first year they are an LCISD student.

    All hours must be logged into the district CCMR platform and verified by the supervisor and approved by the campus College and Career Facilitator.

    LCISD Service Cord Guidelines

  • Applications are now open for the 2025-2026 Youth in Philanthropy (YIP) program from The George Foundation! This is a fantastic opportunity for students who are looking to make a meaningful impact in their community.

    The YIP program is designed to shape the leaders of tomorrow by energizing students to serve their community today. The core experience focuses on personal growth, leadership development, and hands-on community service.

    Who should apply? This program is open to all JUNIORS and SENIORS in Fort Bend County who are:

    • Interested in serving the community
    • Looking for personal growth and leadership development
    • Seeking valuable volunteering opportunities and scholarship consideration

    This is more than just a volunteer program—it's a chance to grow as a leader, work with other passionate students, and contribute to important causes right here in our community.

    We strongly encourage all eligible students to find out more and apply today for the 2025-2026 school year.