Counseling Corner
Academy families, below you will find deadlines for scholarships, summer
 and ongoing programs along with information on test dates. For more information visit The Academy's Counseling website at www.firewolfcounseling.weebly.com or see Ms.Rocio.
SCHOLARSHIPS
9th and 10th Grade
Ayn Rand Anthem Scholarship-Deadline 3/20/2015.
Gen and Kelly Scholarship -Deadline 6/30/15
CollegeSteps Program-Monthly deadlines
10th Grade Only

Scholarship Databases: Create a profile with Fastweb.com  and  Sallie Mae  and  CollegeBoard  and Unigo and College Greenlight to begin receiving information on scholarships you may qualify for. It's free and easy!
Summer Programs 

It is important to take a break, relax, and have some fun over the  summer but it is also important  to do something that will interest you, challenge you, and prepare you. For example, finding a location to do community service or taking a summer class at a community college or obtaining a job/internship, or attending a summer program. Involvement also looks great when applying to college, a post-secondary program, a scholarship and even a job.

Chicano Latino Youth Leadership Project, Inc.
Week long leadership training in Sacramento for 10th grade only. Free program. Application opens end of March.

R2L Next Generation
For 9th and 10th grader students to participate in a week long training in Washington DC. Students will learn to be engaged citizens, will meet with key leaders, participate in visits, and learn to make a change in their community. Program is free and deadline is April 17th. 

Community College Courses
Summer class schedules have been released for Santa Ana College and Orange Coast College. Other colleges pending. It is wise to take college classes as you can get college and high school credit. Classes are free for all High school students. Students may have to purchase books/materials.
IMPORTANT TEST DATES (10th grade only)
CST --Science will take place on April 28th in Biology classes.

AP Exams-  Spanish Language 05/07,  European History 05/08
and Biology 05/11. Students make sure to continue to study and prepare. Check out the College Board for tips and practice exam questions.

Ongoing Programs
Outdoor Adventure Program
The City of Santa Ana's Nature Park Center has a teen leadership and outdoor adventure program at Santiago Park. They meet the second and fourth Thursday of every month to explore the outdoors, learn about restoration and conservation of wild lands.
Community Service
Community service is essential as it not only gives back to the community but also looks great on resumes, applications, etc. Learn more here.
Contact Me
Rocio Gomez,  School Counselor 
The Academy
714-619-0169
www.firewolfcounseling.weebly.com