Eagle Impact
AHS Counselors' Newsletter: Winter 2020
Welcome Eagle Families
AHS Counselors are ready for a great year! We are here to support each student as we move into the 2020-21 school year. As a counseling team, we implement a comprehensive school counseling program which consists of:
Guidance Curriculum, Responsive Services, Individual Planning and System Support.
Although this year has begun under unusual circumstances, we are prepared to work with each student in meeting their educational, career and personal goals. In addition, we are here to support the social and emotional needs of our students.
Important Dates:
October 1st - FAFSA-2021-22 application opens! fafsa.gov
October 12th - 2nd Nine Weeks begins
October 15th- Virtual College Tour Night: Registration Link
October 23rd- Pass/Fail application Deadline: Pass/Fail information, Pass/Fail Application
October 23-31- Red Ribbon Week
October 30th - Deadline to activate your AP exam and submit a $40 per exam deposit
December 3rd- Parent U Webinar at 6:00pm
Topic: "Rigorous Coursework: AP/DC/IB or OnRamps
#Changeyourframe Campaign... coming soon!
2nd Nine Week Plans
Senior Meetings
Counselors will be conducting individual senior meetings this nine weeks.
Topics will include graduation requirements, post grad plans (CCMR-College Career Military Readiness), SAT/ACT testing, Scholarships and Financial Aid.
Class of 2021: Parent Presentation
Please click below to view the parent presentation pertaining to the information listed above.
Naviance:
MI Advantage 2.0 (Senior Task)
Mental Health Awareness Month
Follow the Counselors on Twitter and Instagram for resources and information.
@AHSCounselors1
Great 8 Skill: Personal Responsibility
College and Career Readiness Updates
2021-22 application opens October 1, 2020 fafsa.gov
Applying to Colleges:
Common App: Get connected with everything you need to apply to college, research financial aid and scholarships, and get advice from counselors, advisors and mentors.
Apply Texas: Apply for admission to any Texas public university, as well as to participating community and private colleges
AP Exam registration is OPEN! Students must activate their exams on The College Board MyAP site by joining their AP Class on the MyAP Site.
The deadline to activate your exam and submit a $40 per exam deposit is October 30, 2020.
Upcoming College Entrance Exams
· November 7 - SAT Testing @ HHS, KHS, & SCHS (late registration thru October 27)
· December 5 - SAT Testing @ HHS, KHS, & SCHS (registration deadline - November 5)
· December 12 - ACT Testing @ SCHS (registration deadline - November 6)
Students may register for exams at act.org or collegeboard.org.
Humble ISD is excited to offer the SAT® at ALL high schools on Wednesday, March 3, 2021!
All 11th grade students will have the opportunity to test FREE of charge during school hours; no pre-registration is required.
This administration will not include the optional writing portion of the SAT. There are no make-ups for those that miss the test day.
All accommodation requests must be submitted to campus staff by January 15, 2021.
Please visit the SAT School Day page for more information.
Parent U Webinar - "Rigorous Coursework: AP/DC/IB or OnRamps?"
December 3, 2020 at 6:00 pm
Which course should my child take? Explore multiple course opportunities available for your child. Learn how taking rigorous courses can prepare your child for college and beyond. This session is ideal for parents/guardians of students in grades 5-11.
VA education benefits for survivors and dependents
Find out if you’re eligible for VA education benefits for dependents and survivors (also called Chapter 35 benefits).
Our Contact Information
Janet Graczyk, Lead Counselor
Tiffany Simon, Student Support Counselor
Danny Wheeler, Gold 1 (9th Grade A-Ga)
Karen Vargas, Gold 2 (9th Grade Gb-N)
Ruth White, Gold 3 (9th Grade O-Z)
Tiffany Jenkins, Red 1 (10-12 A-Ch)
Lisa Erickson, Red 2 (10-12 Ci-Gib)
John Hardy, White 1 (10-12 Gic-Koe)
Albah Robert, White 2 (10-12 Kof-Pad)
Radha Patel, Blue 1 (10-12 Pae-Sor)
Ashanti Ligons, Blue 2 (10-12 Sos-Z)
Website: https://www.humbleisd.net/Domain/2819
Location: 13300 Will Clayton Parkway, Atascocita, TX, USA
Twitter: @AHSCounselors1