Weekly Newsletter
Fall 2021, 4th edition, 9/13/21 - 9/17/21
The weekly newsletter in written format.
Patriotic Observance
On September 14, 1814, Francis Scott Key penned a poem which was later set to music and in 1931 became America’s national anthem, “The Star-Spangled Banner.” Source

New Announcements


AG Goes Gold Monday!To begin the week, leadership students during advisory will be coming around to each classroom to collect money for the Sam Jeffers Foundation, a local non-profit that raises money for pediatric cancer awareness as well as helps local families impacted by pediatric cancer. For one minute, each advisory is ask to pool their money. Advisory winners for each grade level will win an Old West Cinnamon Roll party as well as total donations will be tabulated for Greek Week points per grade level. So let’s give big and show AG how we can “Come Together.” | Have you lost something on campus?If you lost headphones, please swing by the front desk and talk to Ms. Anderson at the front desk to identify them. There are also multiple water bottles and a few sweatshirts, too. | Chalk TalkChalk Talk is Thursday! Join us in the quad at lunch for the annual chalk walk! |
AG Goes Gold Monday!
To begin the week, leadership students during advisory will be coming around to each classroom to collect money for the Sam Jeffers Foundation, a local non-profit that raises money for pediatric cancer awareness as well as helps local families impacted by pediatric cancer. For one minute, each advisory is ask to pool their money. Advisory winners for each grade level will win an Old West Cinnamon Roll party as well as total donations will be tabulated for Greek Week points per grade level. So let’s give big and show AG how we can “Come Together.”
Have you lost something on campus?
If you lost headphones, please swing by the front desk and talk to Ms. Anderson at the front desk to identify them. There are also multiple water bottles and a few sweatshirts, too.

Make a wish...The Wishing Well is back for Kindness Week. Come to the blacktop at lunch on Tuesday & Thursday to submit a wish to the wishing well! You can receive a treat from the AGHS kindness fairies. | Check Your Attendance - Clear Your AbsencesPlease make sure that the Attendance Office is informed of the reason for any still unverified absences for 8/19/21 - 9/10/21 by Monday, September 13. After that date, we will not be able to make any changes.
| Tie Dye Friday!Celebrate the ending of Kindnesss Week’s “Come Together” by wearing your tie dye to Friday’s home football game vs. Matilda Torres High School. Give-A-Ways will be supplied to those who dress up and we encourage the Blue Zoo to “Keep It Classy” as we cheer on our players to victory! |
Make a wish...
The Wishing Well is back for Kindness Week. Come to the blacktop at lunch on Tuesday & Thursday to submit a wish to the wishing well! You can receive a treat from the AGHS kindness fairies.
Check Your Attendance - Clear Your Absences
Please make sure that the Attendance Office is informed of the reason for any still unverified absences for 8/19/21 - 9/10/21 by Monday, September 13. After that date, we will not be able to make any changes.
Dawn Lewis (Last Names: A-L) - Dawn.Lewis@lmusd.org or ph: 805-474-3200 ext. 2244
Alisha Black (Last Names: M-Z) - Alisha.Black@lmusd.org or ph: 805-474-3200 ext. 2243

Short Term Independent Study ContractIf the student is going to be UNAVOIDABLY absent for more than three (3) consecutive school days for any reason, the Parent/Guardian can request a Short-Term Independent Study Contract (STISC). Requests for STISCs must be made at least five (5) school days prior to the first day of absence. | Parking Permits On Sale Apply Here! Pay in Person on or after Tuesday, September 14th at the Student Business Office or online on the AGHS Webstore. | Fun in the Ag Quad Lots of fun was had in the ag quad last week. FFA sponsored a dodge ball game and provided free snacks! |
Short Term Independent Study Contract
If the student is going to be UNAVOIDABLY absent for more than three (3) consecutive school days for any reason, the Parent/Guardian can request a Short-Term Independent Study Contract (STISC). Requests for STISCs must be made at least five (5) school days prior to the first day of absence.
Parking Permits On Sale
Pay in Person on or after Tuesday, September 14th at the Student Business Office or online on the AGHS Webstore.
Permits are sold in order of seniority.
Drivers with Licenses:
Seniors - Tuesday, September 14
Juniors - Friday, September 17
Sophomores - Wednesday, September 22nd
Prices
Front Lot and Lower Back Lot: $20 with ASB, $25 without ASB Discount
Upper Back Lot Near JV Baseball Field: Free while supplies last
Items to gather (must show to pick up permit):
Valid California Driver's License
Proof of current insurance
Proof of current DMV registration
DISPLAY DEADLINE -
All vehicles must display a valid 21-22 Parking Permit by September 27th.

AGHS Office Staff Went Hawaiian!Join in on the dress up days this week! Have fun and put a smile on! | Club Meetings This Week Subscribe to the Club Calendar! | Social Studies TutoringAP U.S. History/U.S. History
AP European History (World History)
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AGHS Office Staff Went Hawaiian!
Join in on the dress up days this week!
Have fun and put a smile on!
Making Memories - First Two Weeks of School 2021

AGHS CLUBS
Club Meeting Notices
- Monday, 9/13
Mock Trial First Club Meeting - Interested in law and public speaking? Come join us at Mock Trial for some fun. No prior experience required. Our first meeting is Tuesday, Sept 14 in room 309.
- Tuesday, 9/14
Arts Appreciation First Club Meeting - Arts Appreciation Club will meet at lunch in room 930 on Tuesday, 9/14. All forms of Art are welcome. We will be creating art and talking about how arts of all forms are connected.
- Wednesday, 9/15
The One in Five Club is having its first meeting on Wednesday, September 15th at lunch and will continue to meet every Wednesday in room 406. This club is here to educate people on mental health and provide a safe, non-judgmental place to spew your heart out about what is going on in your life. High school years are usually very tough so anyone is welcome to come to vent, have a place to relax and distress, or even just give others advice if that is something you are good at! Looking forward to seeing you there!
Dungeons and Dragons Club is back! Interested students in playing after school on Wednesdays from 3-4 pm should inquire in room #308 with Mr. Sligh.
Thursday, 9/16
Surf Club First Meeting - Calling all surfers, Surf Club will be meeting on Thursday in room 914 at lunchtime.
Gender & Sexuality Alliance (GSA) Club meets at lunch on Thursdays in room 211. *room change*
Crochet/Knit Club - We meet every Thursday at lunch in room 708.
Eagle Robotics - We want you! Recruitment Night is Thursday, 9/16 at 7:00 PM at the Georgie O’Connor Board room at 602 Orchard Street. Robotics is one of the largest programs on campus and offers you the opportunity to learn about programming, welding, machining, fabrication, electrical, design/CAD, and public relations. Come join our competitive robotics team!
- Friday, 9/17
Creepy Soup Club - meets at lunch on Fridays in room 509.
- Upcoming Meetings - Mark your calendars
Culture Integration First Club Meeting - Want to connect with fellow AGHS students? This club connects students from all backgrounds to come together and become friends. Whether you are a foreign exchange student, new to the school, or always lived here - let’s become friends! First club meeting will be next Monday, 9/20, at lunch in room 406.

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Staff Reminders
Reminder that Mrs. Hurtado’s Leadership Advisory will be coming around during advisory to collect money for the Miracle Minute. Funds support the Sam Jeffers Foundation, the local non-profit started in memory of Sammy Jeffers.
Grading Window opens Tuesday, 9/14 - closes Tuesday, 9/21.
Students with grades under a C must include comment codes.