Counselor Newsletter
AGUA FRIA HIGH SCHOOL
October
2021
* Financial aid/FAFSA
* West-MEC
* College fairs
* Testing information
* College visits
* And much more!
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October 4th - 8th
no school
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The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is available beginning October 1st
* Spanish-speaking assistance will be offered for our families.
RSVP is not required, but it is encouraged.
FAFSA Workshop @ Agua Fria High School
Tuesday, Oct 19, 2021, 05:30 PM
Agua Fria High School, East Riley Drive, Avondale, AZ, USA
RSVPs are enabled for this event.
FAFSA Workshop @ Millennium High School
Thursday, Oct 21, 2021, 05:30 PM
Millennium High School, West Wigwam Boulevard, Goodyear, AZ, USA
RSVPs are enabled for this event.
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Create your Federal Student Aid (FSA) ID before completing the FAFSA
Click HERE to create your FSA ID.
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Wednesday, October 13th
* Registration is now open for 11th graders!
The cost for the PSAT is $18 and can be paid at the bookstore or at this link.
Juniors who qualify for free/reduced meals may contact their counselor to inquire about a fee waiver.
Registration is also open for 10th graders.
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Test dates are available HERE.
Students who qualify for free/reduced meals may contact their counselor to inquire about a fee waiver.
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Advanced Placement (AP) Exam Registration Deadline is November 5th
The regular cost for each AP test is $15.
Students that are eligible for free or reduced meals will have a cost of $0 per AP test. The meal application has to be turned in every year to determine eligibility. Mr. Gironi provided copies of the application to each AP class. The application must be turned in to the cafeteria as soon as possible.
We will start collecting payments next semester.
Questions??? Please contact Mr. Gironi at ogironi@aguafria.org.
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National Association for College Admission Counseling (NACAC)
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West-MEC Applications open on Monday, October 18th!
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Fulton Fundamentals - Find the engineering major that's right for you!
The workshops are FREE and available for current 11th and 12th grade students.
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Senior Launch Guide
The Senior Launch Guide includes a wealth of information about career exploration, FAFSA help, scholarship and job tips, selecting and applying for colleges, and more.
Each senior has access to a digital copy of the Launch Guide, however, we have a limited number of physical copies in the counseling office and College and Career Center. If a senior wants a copy, please stop by to pick one up while supplies last.
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The College and Career Center
Mrs. Ciulei can be reached at 623-932-7300 x. 1044 or by email at mciulei@aguafria.org.
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How to Avoid Scholarship and Financial Aid Scams
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Mrs. Ciulei, College and Career Specialist, can also assist in connecting students with Mrs. Burton.
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Most college representative visits will be hosted in the College and Career Center or Auditorium during EOT.
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Military Representatives on Campus
Mondays - Navy
Tuesdays - Army
Thursdays - Marines
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AFHS Website
Check out our AFHS website for news, updates and resources throughout the school year.
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For the 2021-2022 school year, all enrolled students will receive one (1) reimbursable breakfast and one (1) reimbursable lunch, at no cost, each school day. Students are not required to submit a Free/Reduced application for the daily free meal.
Even though students will receive their meals at no cost, it is still vital for parents to complete and submit a Free/Reduced application. Students who qualify for free or reduced meal benefits are eligible to receive P-EBT funds, reduced registration fees for ACT/AP/SAT tests, reduced registration for athletic fees, discount rates for college application fees, discounted rates on internet services, etc.
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2021-22 Bell Schedule
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Parents/guardians can explore resources, video explanations, ask questions, learn about the educational technologies your students use in class, and much more!
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Students will receive information regarding colleges, universities, programs of study, scholarships and so much more!
The Google Classroom code for each cohort is:
Seniors (Class of 2022): pso7u4f
Juniors (Class of 2023): hkyb745
Sophomores (Class of 2024): mv2dsq7
Freshmen (Class of 2025): p5b7ryr
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School Counselors help students focus on academic, career and social/emotional development so they can achieve success in school.
Please see the flyer below for more information about School Based Services (SBS).
Learn more about social/emotional health at our Parent Hub.
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Counseling Department Contact Information
Jennifer Ferrante-Jackson
jferrantejackson@aguafria.org
623-932-7300 x. 1036
Student last name: A-Co
Jill Goodall
jgoodall@aguafria.org
623-932-7300 x. 1237
Student last name: Cr-Ha
Bill Lucas
blucas@aguafria.org
623-932-7300 x. 1035
Student last name: He-Mi
Oscar Gironi
ogironi@aguafria.org
623-932-7300 x. 1042
Student last name: Mo-Ro
Analy Talamante
atalamante@aguafria.org
623-932-7300 x. 1038
Student last name: Ru-Z
English Acquisition Program
Katherine Alvarado
Counseling Office Specialist
kalvarado@aguafria.org
623-932-7300 x. 1040
Selena Felix
Counseling Office Specialist
sfelix@aguafria.org
623-932-7300 x. 1041
Rosemarie Laur
Registrar
rlaur@aguafria.org
623-932-7300 x. 1039
Toni Mueller
Data Specialist
tmueller@aguafria.org
623-932-7300 x. 1046
Mary Ciulei
College and Career Specialist
623-932-7300 x. 1044
Email: ogironi@aguafria.org
Website: http://www.aguafria.org/Domain/8
Location: 530 E Riley Dr, Avondale, AZ, United States
Phone: (623) 932-7300
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AguaFriaGuidanceDepartment/
Twitter: @afhootieowl