San Jose schools are excited to announce the return of San Jose Goes to College Week, a community-wide celebration aimed at inspiring students to explore college and career pathways. This special week is designed to spark curiosity, build college awareness, and empower students to dream big about their futures.
As part of the festivities, schools across the district will be participating in a Dress-Up Spirit Week from Monday to Friday, giving students a fun and creative way to express their aspirations and school spirit.
🎉 Dress-Up Spirit Week Themes:
Monday – Huddle Up for College 🏈
Kick off the week by wearing your favorite sports team gear—because teamwork, like college, is all about dedication and goals!Tuesday – Our Future is Bright! 😎
Shine bright in sunglasses and bold, neon colors as we envision a future full of possibilities.Wednesday – Military Career Day 🇺🇸
Show your support and learn about military careers by wearing camouflage, red, white, and/or blue.Thursday – Career Day 👷♀️🧑⚕️
Dress up as the career you aspire to—from doctors and artists to engineers and entrepreneurs!Friday – Spirit Day 🎓
Wrap up the week by representing your favorite college or university with pride. Wear college t-shirts, hats, or colors!
📚 Why It Matters
San Jose Goes to College Week is more than just dress-up days—it's an opportunity to build a college-going culture from an early age. Through classroom discussions, college spotlights, guest speakers, and themed activities, students learn that college and career success are achievable goals.
Let’s work together to support our students in discovering who they are, where they want to go, and how to get there!