Counselor Newsletter
AGUA FRIA HIGH SCHOOL
APRIL
2022
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Important Info for Testing Days
* Breakfast will be served daily along with grab-and-go lunches each day. There will be snacks provided for students during testing as well.
* Students who are not on campus for testing can be working on missing assignments to improve their class grades, applying for scholarships and researching college & career opportunities via their school Naviance account, or preparing for upcoming assessments in their classes (studying). There will not be a requirement for a virtual check-in for any students who are not testing.
* There are some (optional) practice AP tests that are occurring on these days as well, but that communication will come directly from AP teachers to students/families in those classes regarding the days for those voluntary opportunities. Students in AP classes should direct questions about these opportunities to their teachers.
* You won’t want to miss your scheduled test! If you do miss your test for some reason, you will be contacted by Ms. Yapo/staff regarding your scheduled time for test make-up.
* Do not be late on testing day! You may not be able to take your test if you arrive late and may be sent home. Then you will need to make up your test at a later time.
* Give your best effort during testing!
* You will NOT be allowed to use your cell phone during testing so make sure it is turned OFF and kept in your bag at all times during testing! You do not want to have your test invalidated!
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9th - 11th Grade Students
April 4 - 7, 2022
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Tuesday, April 19th, 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm, is Junior Jump to College Night! Do you have questions? We have answers. Bring your parents. Bring a friend. Don't wait until September. Get a jump on your senior year now.
* RSVP is not required, but it is recommended.
Junior Jump to College Night
Tuesday, Apr 19, 2022, 06:00 PM
Agua Fria High School, East Riley Drive, Avondale, AZ, USA
RSVPs are enabled for this event.
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West Valley Arts
Gallery 37
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AZ GEAR UP Lumberjack Leadership Summit
The summit is FREE!!!
Whether you choose the in-person option at Northern Arizona University or the virtual option, your experience will include hands-on activities such as an engineering project and coding animation project.
Applications are due April 15th.
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Seniors - Act Now! Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
Create your Federal Student Aid (FSA) ID before completing the FAFSA
Click HERE to create your FSA ID.
Complete the FAFSA and/or Scholarships for a Chance to Win a Gift Card!
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Students can find many scholarship opportunities, including community scholarships, in Google Classroom - Class of 2022
All Juniors (Class of 2023) are eligible for a $40K Big Future Scholarship
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How to Avoid Scholarship and Financial Aid Scams
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AGUILA Youth Leadership Institute
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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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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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AP Testing
May 2 - 12, 2022
Students will receive an email from Mr. Gironi with details about testing dates, report times and testing location.
Questions? Email Mr. Gironi at ogironi@aguafria.org
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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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Embedded Advisor @ AFHS
Mrs. Ciulei, College and Career Specialist, can also assist in connecting students with Mr. Penaloza.
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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