1. Welcome Freshman Parents
December 1, 2016

2. Who is your counselor? Mrs. Pall: A-Che Dr. Ordin: Chf-Golden
Ms. Craven: Goldena-Kul
Mr. Lipka: Kum-Oa
Mrs. Gagliardi: Ob-Shak
Mrs. Latty: Shal-Z

3. What does a counselor do?
Academic
· Course advisement
· Graduation requirements
Social/Emotional
· Conflict resolution
· Stress
· Problem solving
· Decision making
College/Career
· College and Career planning
· Testing information
Plus ANY questions you may have
WE ARE HERE TO HELP!
When is a counselor available?
Support
Nutrition
Lunch
Anytime a student NEEDS us

4. Graduation Requirements
English Credits
Social Studies Credits
Math Credits
Science 20 Credits
World Language/
Fine or Practical art 20 Credits
Physical Education 20 Credits
Health Credits
Electives Credits
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Total Credits: Credits
Service Learning Hours
15 hours/year
* Questions? Room C-1

5. LVUSD Grad vs. College Entrance Requirements
HIGH SCHOOL
SOCIAL STUDIES – 3 ½ YEARS
ENGLISH – 4 YEARS
MATH – 2 YEARS
LAB SCIENCE – 2 YEARS
FOREIGN LANGUAGE – 0
VISUAL / PERFORM ARTS - 1 YEAR
CP ELECTIVES
UC / CAL. STATE
SOCIAL STUDIES – 2 YEARS
ENGLISH – 4 YEARS
MATH - 3 YEARS *
LAB SCIENCE – 2 YEARS *
FOREIGN LANGUAGE – 2 YEARS *
VISUAL / PERFORM ARTS – 1 YEAR
CP ELECTIVES - *
* = ADDITIONAL YEARS RECOMMENDED

6. NCAA Eligibility Register in 10th grade www.eligbilitycenter.org
GPA does not include Fine Art, Practical Art or PE
2.3 GPA
2.0 GPA

7. What to do if your student is struggling in a class or with a teacher?
STEP 1: STUDENT
Speak directly to the teacher
Listen to what they have to say
Follow through on their suggestions
STEP 2: STUDENT & PARENT
If problem hasn’t been solved after Step 1, parent may wish to contact teacher via phone or , and perhaps a meeting

8. How to be successful at AHS
Talk to your teachers.
Utilize Support!
Listen in class.
Bring a daily planner to class and USE IT!
Stay on top of grades & assignments through Aeries & teachers’ websites.
Get involved at Agoura High School.
Be an advocate for yourself!
Make good choices.
Log onto Naviance.
Know that people are here to help.

9. Naviance Interest surveys High school course selection
College applications

10. Get Involved Over 90 clubs on campus
Some club categories include: cultural, sports, hobby, TV show, community service, academic, and fan clubs
There is a club rush held on campus each semester
A student can create any club they wish to see
There are club meetings that take place almost every lunch, and students are always welcome to show up/join
Most popular clubs include:
Culinary Club,
Key Club,
Be Kind to One Another Club,
Sports Debate,
Heal the Bay,
Jewish Student Union, and
Fellowship of Christian Athletes

11. Whole Child
Find a balance
Ask for help
Have fun!

12. Resources Website: www.agourahighschool.net Bulletin
Twitter: AHS__Counseling (double underscore)
Facebook: Agoura High School Counseling
PFC newsletter Sign up!!!
Naviance
Call us, us...ANYTIME! We are here to help!

13. Thank you!
Questions?