Guidance Unscripted

Information about the Sophomore scheduling process for the 2023-2024 school year. Why it is earlier than normal and how to fill out the worksheet and enter classes in PowerSchool.

Podcast on information that is relevant for all students for the fall semester at Avon High School. Upcoming dates for testing, things that the school counselors have already done this year.

Information about the upcoming 22-23 school year and all of the changes that will be taking place. New Assistant Principals and school counselors. Change of case loads for all counselors. School counselors seeing students from 9-12. No ALC guidance office next year with the construction project starting.

Discussing the hard topic of racial inequity with some Ranielle Moore and Rashad Welch.

Pandemic Learning-Talking with Mr. McKinney about what learning looks like and strategies for eLearning/Hybrid and in-person during this crazy time.

Defined diversity and inclusion. Talked about the importance of diversity.

Pre-enrollment information for the upcoming school year.

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Conversation with Ben Carter from the Department of Education about Graduation Pathways. This is the criteria that Freshmen and all others below that level will be required to complete for graduation in the future. It is also available to be used for Sophomore through Seniors now. Great information.

Guest speaker was the new ACSC Mental Wellness Coordinator. We talk about mental health and her role as we move forward with the Project AWARE grant and Social Emotional Learning at the school.

Guest Speaker Kaley DePriest talks about her struggle with Anxiety and Depression.

Aron Bright was our guest today. He covered most of the requirements and how to get through VU American History at AHS. Great insight for students and parents about what it takes to get through this dual credit class.

Stephanie Chenoweth was our guest speaker. She is the ACSC Teacher of the Year. Great insight about what goes on in the classrooms at AHS everyday. How Teachers care about their students and want them to succeed.

Discussion with Mr. Shockley about the upcoming year. What he is looking forward to and what we need to prepare for.

Guest Speaker-Mike Jaskoski Summer activities to prepare for Senior year. Junior scheduling meeting. College application process and blue sheets. Scholarships and grants.

Guest Speaker-Kellie Rodkey, Assistant Principal Clubs and Activities A parent's perspective on marching band World Language program English Summer reading

Guest speaker-Melinda Hatchett, Senior Counselor Role of School Counselors Common 8th grade Questions Online Summer School and PE Waivers