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Students
We're glad you've chosen our school to further your education!
This webpage offers information and resources for students in our ESL, Adult Diploma and GED, Career Advancement, and Preschool Parent Education programs. These programs are funded by the State and/or Federal government, allowing us to provide them to students at little or no cost.
College & Career Resources
Community College / Dual Enrollment
Dual Enrollment Informational (Video): Watch this short video to learn how you may be eligible to take free college courses at De Anza and Foothill College.
De Anza College: Located in Cupertino. APPLY HERE
Foothill College: Located in Los Altos & Sunnyvale. APPLY HERE
Career Exploration
California Career Zone: Create a free account to learn more about who you are and what you are interested in doing.
Truity: Free personality tests and career assessments.
College Financial Aid
Federal Student Aid (FAFSA): For U.S. citizens or eligible non-citizens to apply for federal and state financial aid for college, including grants, loans, and work-study.
California Dream Act Application (CADAA): For undocumented or DACA students to apply for California state financial aid and some college-based aid, but it does not provide federal aid.
Job Resources
NOVAworks: Provides career counseling, job search assistance, and training resources to help individuals in Silicon Valley find employment and advance their careers.
Work2Future: Connects job seekers in Santa Clara County with employment opportunities, training programs, and career support services.
CalJOBS: Helps job seekers find employment and training opportunities in California.
CA Department of Rehabilitation (DOR): Helps individuals with disabilities prepare for, obtain, and maintain employment while promoting independence.
Basic Needs Resources
- Calworks Program
- Locating Mental Health Resources
- Immigrant Resources
- Fees & Transportation
- Technology Support
- Housing
- Food Assistance
- Older Adults Resources
- Medi Cal
- Help Filing Taxes
Calworks Program
If you meet certain eligibility requirements, you may be qualified for CalWORKs assistance. CalWORKs provides qualified families with benefits including cash aid, childcare, transportation and educational cost reimbursement.
For more information or to apply, visit CalWORKS or the Mountain View Santa Clara County Social Services Agency.
Already a CalWORKs participant? FUHSD Adult School CalWORK's site representative will help and partner with you while you attend classes at FUHSD Adult School.
You may contact our representative at:
Jackie Curiale, CalWORKs Site Representative
408-522-2715
Email: jacquelyn_curiale@fuhsd.org
Locating Mental Health Resources
We partner with Care Solace, an online resource meant to assist individuals in finding local mental health related programs and counseling services.
To get support contact the School Linked Services Specialist, Jasmine Kroner at jasmine_kroner@fuhsd.org or 408-522-2288 x4056. You may also contact the Adult School Counselor, Desirie Torres at desirie_torres@fuhsd.org or 408-522-2719.
Care Solace may also be accessed by:
- Calling (888) 515-0595 to speak with someone from the Care Solace Concierge team
- Visiting our custom direct link at www.caresolace.com/FUHSD
Immigrant Resources
ACLU Know Your Rights: Learn what your rights are, how to exercise them, and what to do when your rights are violated.
Immigrantinfo Org: Immigration and Citizenship Education, ESL Tools and Resources.
SIREN Immigration Legal Services: Provides free legal consultations and free removal defense consultations for low-income immigrants and refugees.
Fees & Transportation
Eligible students may qualify for:
- Free GED testing
- Bus tokens
- Reduced class fees
- HSD/GED Graduation Scholarship
For more information or to apply, contact Desirie Torres at desirie_torres@fuhsd.org
Technology Support
San Jose ON provides a resource for laptops along with Digital Skills & Internet Safety training.
Chromebooks are available to borrow for students currently enrolled in eligible programs. For more information or to apply, contact Desirie Torres at desirie_torres@fuhsd.org
Housing
Havensafe: Rental assistance resources in Santa Clara County.
The United Effort Organization: Affordable housing in Santa Clara County.
The United Effort Organization: Find shelter in Santa Clara County (unhoused).
Food Assistance
Loaves & Fishes Family Kitchen: Provides free, nutritious prepared meals for people in need.
Our Daily Bread: Serves hot, free meals to people in need.
Older Adults Resources
Department of Aging and Adult Services (DAAS): Santa Clara County agency which helps older adults, dependent adults, and people with disabilities stay independent, safe, and healthy in their homes.
List of services available via Santa Clara County
A Good Place to Connect-Free and low-cost resources for older adults to get and stay connected in Santa Clara County.
A Good Place to Start-Another valuable resource for older adults.
Medi Cal
New* 2026 Medi-Cal Revisions and Updates English, Spanish & Vietnamese
*Newly released updates to Medi-Cal program changes can be found on these documents:
Medi-Cal Program changes-1.pdf
Medi-Cal Program changes-2.pdf
Help Filing Taxes
Tax-Aid, a non-profit that provides tax support for low income adults. Sunnyvale Public Library as a location. https://tax-aid.org/
Click here to learn more about what supports Tax-Aid provides.