Welcome All Students and Parents!
Mr. DeMesa, Ms. Zmed,and Ms. Becerra are proud and privileged to be your counselors for the 2012 - 2013 school year! All students are assigned to a counselor by last name alphabet:
Mr. DeMesa (A thru F - Juniors and Seniors only), located SLC 3: D-building office
Ms. Becerra (G thru N - Juniors and Seniors only), located SLC 1: C-building office
Ms. Zmed (O thru Z - Juniors and Seniors only), located SLC 4: E-building office
We would like to take this opportunity to provide you information about planning for your high school and post-secondary career. We advise all students to review the ACHS Course Catalog Handbook to carefully help you select the required classes you need to be eligible for a four-year college university, such as the California State University or University of California. It takes time and patience to pursue your long-term goals, and we strongly encourage you start now in planning for a college education and a career path.
Please take some time to visit the College and Career Resource page to check out a few websites to help you plan your college and career goals. If you need to make an appointment, be sure to go to the contact page and fill out your information. Our contact information is at the top of this page. Even though you are ultimately responsible for your own learning, just remember that the counselors and all the staff at ACHS are here to support you with reaching your academic goals.
Be Safe, Be Respectful, and Be Responsible....The choice is yours!
Mr. DeMesa (A thru F - Juniors and Seniors only), located SLC 3: D-building office
Ms. Becerra (G thru N - Juniors and Seniors only), located SLC 1: C-building office
Ms. Zmed (O thru Z - Juniors and Seniors only), located SLC 4: E-building office
We would like to take this opportunity to provide you information about planning for your high school and post-secondary career. We advise all students to review the ACHS Course Catalog Handbook to carefully help you select the required classes you need to be eligible for a four-year college university, such as the California State University or University of California. It takes time and patience to pursue your long-term goals, and we strongly encourage you start now in planning for a college education and a career path.
Please take some time to visit the College and Career Resource page to check out a few websites to help you plan your college and career goals. If you need to make an appointment, be sure to go to the contact page and fill out your information. Our contact information is at the top of this page. Even though you are ultimately responsible for your own learning, just remember that the counselors and all the staff at ACHS are here to support you with reaching your academic goals.
Be Safe, Be Respectful, and Be Responsible....The choice is yours!
***ADVICE FROM YOUR COUNSELING TEAM***
Freshmen
- Get good grades (A's and B's, no D's or F's) - Turn in projects and other assignments on time
- Choose elective courses that interest you
- Maintain your ECHO account and attend Access for academic support
- Start thinking about career paths and college
- Join clubs and participate in sports - maintain 2.0 GPA
- Create profiles for college/career websites: www.cacareerzone.org and www.csumentor.edu
- Volunteer in the school or community
- Continue earning good grades (A's and B's)
- Consider taking AP, Honors, and college level courses at community college
- Focus on work and manage your time effectively
- Participate in sports, clubs, and extra-curricular activities
- Talk to your counselor about your plans for college
- Sign-up for PSAT (practice SAT) in September
- 16 year old students can obtain a work permit
- Take the CAHSEE in October
- Create a profile and receive college resources: www.collegeboard.org
- Visit colleges over the summer
Juniors
- Maintain grades - college admission officers pay close attention to your junior year
- Get a job, internship, or pursue something your passionate - volunteer!
- Take the PSAT in September to see if you can qualify the National Merit Scholarship Program
- Prepare for the SAT or ACT
- Start thinking about who to ask for a letter of recommendation
- Meet w/ your counselor if you need to improve your grade or recover credits for a core class for graduation or college
- Make a list of colleges you plan to attend
- Attend college fairs
- Create an account on: www.cappex.com and www.collegeweeklive.com
- Take SAT in the Spring: sat.org/register
- Talk to you counselor about your graduation status (includes volunteer hours, credits, and passing CAHSEE) and college needs
- Ask your teachers, counselors, friends, employers for letters of recommendation
- Create a resume and start writing college essays in September
- Take the SAT again in September!
- October 1: CSU/UC application window opens
- Create a PIN for FAFSA application in November: www.pin.ed.gov
- Apply for scholarships
- Complete and submit the FAFSA online: www.fafsa.ed.gov
- Local community scholarship application becomes available in January/February
- Submit CAL Grant application and GPA verification form by March 2
- Attend the Cash 4 College Workshop in January/February
Credit Recovery/Grade Improvement program
Credit Recovery Program provided by Napa Valley Alternative Education - Adult Education
Adult Education and ACHS provide online courses for students who need to improve a grade (for college eligibility requirements) and/or recover credits because they failed a core class necessary for graduation. Please see a counselor to learn more about the Apex program.
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Text TIP411 to Stop Bullying!! It's Against the Law!!
Here's how you do it:
- Text to TIP411
- Start your Message with 707SAFE
- All tips are ANONYMOUS - NO ONE WILL KNOW WHO YOU ARE
- Tips are important and will be handled immediately
You may also report the following: drugs, alcohol, bullying, violence, cybercrime, potential suicide, weapons, under-age drinking, drinking and driving, and other safety concerns
Know about the law to prevent bullying: AB 9 - Seth's Law (Click here for more information) - provided by the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) of California
Know about the law to prevent bullying: AB 9 - Seth's Law (Click here for more information) - provided by the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) of California
Volunteer Opportunites
Volunteer Match is a good way to start your search to give back to the community. Volunteer opportunities are available to teens and located in different cities in the Bay Area. Find one that you think fits your interests and start today to help someone in need!!
Or, CLICK HERE to get a list of websites that you visit to start your research!
Or, CLICK HERE to get a list of websites that you visit to start your research!
BEST and Positive Behavior Intervention and Support Program
NVUSD
and ACHS are working together to develop a program that fosters
positive behavior in all students. The BEST Committee has started an
incentive program that rewards students who demonstrate being safe,
responsible, and respectful. Our Wolf Pack Pride Luncheons are held
once a month to acknowledge students for positive behavior. It is the
school's goal to consistently implement a positive school-wide
disciplinary program that allows students to reach their fullest
learning potential in a safe school environment. Parents are encouraged
to be involved with BEST Committee. Please contact a counselor to find
out how.
For more information and resources about BEST/PBIS, please visit: http://www.nvusd.k12.ca.us/PBIS
For more information and resources about BEST/PBIS, please visit: http://www.nvusd.k12.ca.us/PBIS