Avondale Academy Counseling 411
September 2018 Edition
SENIOR PARENT NIGHT THIS THURSDAY!
We will be having a senior parent meeting on Thursday September 27th @ 6pm. Food will be provided. We will talk about what to expect during the senior year including college and financial aid information. You don't want to miss this one!
FLEX FRIDAYS - MAKING LEARNING FUN
Flex Fridays are going strong. During Academic Center students select activities that they are interested in. “FLEX” Friday is separated into 3 sessions - two club activities and a project based learning and team building activity. For the past several weeks students have been working on an Egg Drop project in small groups.
Activities we offered last year include:
Study hall/additional online classes
Middle school mentoring
Escape club
Community Service and Outreach Club
Art/Yearbook Club
Culinary Club
Theatre Club
Music/Instrumental Club
Garden Club
Business/School Store club
Poetry/Songwriting Club
Fitness Club
College Rep visits
MEET STEPHANIE KAZA - OUR NEW ENGLISH TEACHER!
Hi, I’m Stephanie Kaza, and I teach English classes at Avondale Academy. Before coming to the Academy, I taught in Eastpointe, Warren Woods, and Royal Oak, where I also still currently teach GED prep classes at night. In every district I’ve worked in, I’ve had some role in alternative education, and I love helping kids find the best way for themselves to learn and figure out what they want to do after high school. When I’m not at school, I like traveling, spending time with friends and family, cooking, baking, gardening, boating, reading, and even watching a little TV. I’m looking forward to a great first year in Avondale.
WELCOME OUR NEW SOCIAL STUDIES TEACHER - SAM TRELLA
My name is Sam Trella and I am the new social studies teacher at the Avondale Academy. I have lived in the Troy and Rochester Hills area my entire life. I went to Avondale Schools from kindergarten through twelfth grade and graduated from Avondale High School in 2011. After High School, I moved on to Central Michigan University (CMU) where I double majored in Social Studies and History. I graduated from CMU in 2016 and immediately started teaching History in Utica Community Schools. I taught at Davis Junior High for almost two years, and taught summer school at Troy High School this past summer. I have been previously and am currently a middle school football coach. I have a passion for teaching and coaching alike. I hope to better those around me. As I said before, I am a product of Avondale Schools, so I am excited to become a part of the staff in a place that feels like home.
Homecoming is coming!
Friday, September 28, 2018
Avondale High School Dick Bye Field
2800 Waukegan Street, Auburn Hills
Game Time: 7:30 PM
Homecoming Parade begins on Primary Street (Auburn Hills) at 6:15pm
Saturday, Sep 29, 2018
Avondale High School Homecoming Dance
When 7pm-10pm Tickets on sale until Thursday $15
COLLEGE CORNER - Representives talk to students about college options
Upcoming Rep visits:
Rochester College September 28th
Oakland University October 12th
Grand Valley State University October 19th
University of Michigan - Flint October 26
St. Mary's College October 26
Also, October is Michigan College Month! During #MCM Seniors will complete FAFSA, Scholarships and College Applications.
Check Out Our List of Scholarships
Get money for College. Apply to one today!
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GO JACKETS! CHECK OUT ATHLETICS AT AVONDALE ACADEMY
MHSAA Athletics have officially kicked off here at the Academy! We have 4 students participating on the Avondale varsity football team, 2 students participating on the Avondale soccer teams, and many other students interested in and/or trying out for a variety of other sports. If your student has an interest in participating in athletics please see the attached flyer for more information. There you will find information on the sports offered, coaches contact information, athletic director contact information, and other information regarding athletics. Tryout dates depend on the sport and season. Please remember that in order to participate in any sport, you MUST have a sports physical form on file with the athletic offices. If you need a physical form please stop by the main office and pick one up. We are looking forward to a year exciting competition! Go Jags and Go Jackets!
Gift of Giving Holiday Help is here!
Dear Avondale Family,
Gift of Giving (GOG), a non-profit 501c3 organization, will be working with the Avondale community and other organizations to help your family during the Holidays. GOG will be hosting its 5th annual Holiday Drive to help families in need have a happier holiday season . If you would like assistance, please complete the online application by Friday October 19th or fill out a paper form available in counseling office.
Click here for application: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1VB1bBFGGtzqtTBF5Jp5V4zJh8wamabciZ6CXQmsezqU/closedform
Honor Roll Trimester 3 2017-18
Sierra
Amber
Stephon
La'Taija
Calvin
Lucy
Elijah
Danielle
Amazing Attendance Trimester 3 2017-18
Chazity
Stephon
Yasmine
Danielle
La'Taija
Jared
Sierra
Elijah
Shawn
Picture Make- up Day
WHAT IS A FRIDAY ONLINE CLASS AND HOW DO I SIGN UP?
Friday online classes are a way to recover credit if a student is behind credit for graduation or needs a class that could not fit in their schedule.
The classes are FREE and students can work on them during Academic Center class, Friday class and at home.
Please contact Mrs. Mow for more information or to help your student sign up for a class.
Don't forget to check Parent Connect Weekly!
- Check student's grades and missing assignments
-Check out student's attendance
-Pay for lunches online
-Teachers are just one click away - email them from Parent Connect
-If you have trouble accessing your account please contact Mrs. Trager in the front office
SENIORS SIGN UP TO RETAKE THE SAT OR TAKE THE ACT
SIGN UP TODAY FOR A FREE PARENTING WORKSHOP
Avondale Academy
Email: janette.mow@avondale.k12.mi.us
Website: http://avondaleacademycounseling.weebly.com
Location: 1435 W Auburn Rd, Rochester Hills, MI, United States
Phone: 248-536-6615
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Twitter: @avondaleacademy