Some students may dream in the burnt orange of the University of Texas, while the blood of others may run Texas A&M maroon or Red Raider red. The hallowed halls of Rice University or the Ivy League schools may even raise an eyebrow among future high school graduates.

Pasadena ISD shares one simple and important message for high school students – receiving a higher education doesn’t have to be a dream, it can become a reality.

The district and the community will share that message during events to celebrate “College Week,” Dec. 3-7. The district’s College Night will be held at 7 p.m., Dec. 4 at Sam Rayburn High School. Representatives from more than 70 major colleges and universities will be in attendance to visit with students.

Many activities will be held on the campuses to commemorate the week, including students and employees being able to wear college shirts on Tuesday and Friday of that week. Teachers will also be displaying memorabilia from their favorite colleges and universities to promote higher education. Teachers will speak to students in their classes about the value of attending college and making plans for the future.

Many schools are also planning door decorating contests that featured their favorite colleges or have college themes.

The community is rallying their support behind College Day as many local companies and businesses will break out their college banners and t-shirts to highlight the day-long event.