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2019-2020 School Year
| 09/29/2019
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Calling all Artists!!
This year's PTA Reflections Theme is... Look Within.
The Reflections Art Program is a national arts recognition and achievement program for students sponsored by the National PTA. It is an excellent opportunity for students of all ages (Preschool to Grades 12) to unleash their creative talents, express themselves imaginatively in their artwork, and receive positive recognition for their original works of art.
All entries must be submitted in accordance to the rules and turned in on
Tuesday, October 15th, times and place TBD.
Entries may be from one of these categories:
* Dance Choreography
* Film Production
* Literature
* Music Composition
* Photography
* Visual Arts
To participate, students must complete an online
Entry Form, AND and a print out the form and bring it to school with your original piece, inspired by this year's theme: Look Within.
For a link to the rules, please
CLICK HERE
Special Artist Division:
The Special Artist Division is a non-graded division limited to students with physical, cognitive or mental health challenges. These students will follow all general and arts category rules, but may submit an entry in the grade division most closely aligned to their cognitive or functional abilities.
Amador Valley PTSA will be hosting a Gallery & Awards Night to showcase the entries from our students, details TBD.
Winning entries from each category will then move ahead to the council level (all Pleasanton PTA schools) and be showcased at the Firehouse Arts Center in December. Winning entries at the council level are then chosen to move on to the district (Alameda County) level, then state, and finally the national level.
If you have any questions, please contact
reflections@amadorptsa.net
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Updates from the AV Counseling Office
The AV Counseling Breakdown is as follows:
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Alphabet Assignment
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Counselor Name
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Phone
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Email address
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A - Da
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Contact Audrey Zarrinkhat or Lauren Bell |
See Below
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See Below |
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Db-Jh
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Iris Mendoza
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925-461-6136
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imendoza@pleasantonusd.net
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Ji-Mc
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Sheryl Pacheco
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925-461-6116
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spacheco@pleasantonusd.net
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Md-Q
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Lauren Bell
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925-461-6111
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lauren_bell@pleasantonusd.net
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R - Sr
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Audrey Zarrinkhat
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925-461-6114
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azarrinkhat@pleasantonusd.net
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St - Z
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Winter Jones
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925-461-6115
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wjones@pleasantonusd.net
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Support Counselor
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Jennifer Yu
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925-461-6136
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jennifer_yu@pleasantonusd.net
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ollege & Career Counselor
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Lara Bays |
925-461-6157
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lbays@pleasantonusd.net
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Upcoming Events:
Freshman Presentation/Q&A: September 25 and 26 during ACCESS (9th grade only)
College Night for Seniors and Parents of Seniors: October 8, 2019 - 6PM-8PM
College Application Workshop for Seniors: October 10, 2019 - 6PM-8PM
Financial Aid Night: November 14, 2019
CSU/UC Application Deadline: November 30, 2019
Seniors Only: How to Request a Transcript for College Applications
If you need to submit a transcript and/or counselor evaluation via
Common App, Coalition, SENDedu, or directly through the college's application link
(ex: Georgetown, MIT), add your counselor's email address to your application account. Your counselor will submit your materials using the link generated. It is recommended that the student confirm the counselor received the link.
Non-electronic applications: If you are applying to a school that does not accept application materials through one of the above online platforms (ex: University of Nevada - Reno, Oregon State University), then you will need to submit a paper transcript. Please complete a Senior Transcript Request Form, available in the Counseling Office. Upon submission of the form, a sealed copy of your transcript will be left at the front desk for you to pick up and mail to the appropriate college. Note: Use the Senior Transcript Request Form if you need an emailed or faxed copy of your transcript.
The
UCs & CSUs do not require or accept transcripts or letters of recommendation at the time of application. UCs and CSUs only require a transcript after the student graduates from high school. If the UC or CSU contacts you directly after you have applied and requests a transcript from you, please contact your counselor at that time.
Wellness Center:
The AV Wellness Center will be open for student drop-ins on August 26th. On Mondays, Tuesdays and Fridays, the Wellness Center will be open from 9AM - 2PM. On Wednesdays and Thursdays, it will be open from 9:30AM - 2PM, but not available for drop-ins during ACCESS. As a reminder, if you are visiting the Wellness Center during class time, you will need a pass from your teacher.
Please see our
website
for more information on the Counseling Department.
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Week of 10/14 PSAT Adjusted Schedule
In order to provide a more desirable testing environment for 10th and 11th grade students taking the Preliminary Scholastic Aptitude Test (PSAT) on Wednesday, October 16, 2019, we will have an altered schedule the week of October 14 (see below). We believe this schedule will benefit all students. The AVHS Wheels bus will accommodate their schedule for the days with different start times. Please click on
this link to view the schedule.
OCTOBER 2019 PSAT WEEK ADJUSTED SCHEDULE SUMMARY:
Mon 10/14 - Traditional 6-period day with 8:00am start and 3:00pm dismissal
Tue 10/15 - Odd "block" day (1˚/3˚/5˚) with ACCESS
Wed 10/16 - PSAT/NMSQT Schedule >
Thu 10/17 - Even "block" day (2˚/4˚/6˚) with ACCESS
Fri 10/18 -
All School Rally Schedule
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Free Math Tutoring at Las Positas College
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Class of 2020 - Senior Parents
Have you signed up your senior for the Grad Night Celebration, yet? If not, there is still time to get in payment and forms before the price goes up!
If you pay:
-By September 30, 2019 the cost is $165
-By March 31, 2020 the cost is $185
-And after April 1st, 2020 the cost is $205
Forms (Payment form, Grad Night Permission form, and Plan-It form) and payment can be turned in to the Student Activities Desk at Amador Valley High School
--AVHS Senior Class Parents
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SENIOR ADS
Senior ads are now available for purchase. Please visit
yearbookordercenter.com and use code 7188.
The prices and deadlines are as follows:
- Standard: $100, due October 6th
- Last Chance: $125, due November 11th
Please contact
amadoryearbook@gmail.com if you have any questions.
SENIOR PORTRAITS
Please have your seniors make their appointments with Studio One. You can contact them at (925) 361-0430. Slots do fill up quickly, so please sign up sooner rather than later. Photos taken after 12/20 will not be included in the yearbook.
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Hamilton, Jimmy Fallon and The Voice, oh my!
Join us at Castlewood Country Club for a special night out to celebrate and support our
schools. Funding goes to support key staffing and grants at all Pleasanton USD schools -- including
yours!
So gather friends (we offer table discounts!) to:
Want a weekend in New York to see Hamilton? How about VIP access at The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon? A live taping of The Voice? Pizza with your principal? Join us at PPIE's Fall Gala, Night of the Stars, on October 11, from 6-10 pm, at Castlewood Country Club and get a chance at these amazing prizes. Buy your tickets for your chance to win - and to support our students! See our discounts for table of 10!
PPIE is rolling out the red carpet to celebrate and support our schools with a Hollywood-themed event:
Enjoy a reception with school principals and free wine pours
- Meet some amazing students who will showcase PPIE's impact at our schools, perform, and share their personal journey
- Socialize with fellow parents, PUSD Superintendent and School Board, City Council, and other local business and community leaders
- Bid on great auction items -- including live tapings, vacation homes, Warriors and Sharks tickets, signed jerseys and more!
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HELP AVHS STAFF!
Support our Amador Valley staff directly with various classroom needs. Check the
links to the departments and click the staff name you wish to support. Thank you for supporting our Amazing AV Academic Team!
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Quicklinks
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Amador Valley High School
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Office #: 925-461-6100
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School Website |
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1155 Santa Rita Road
Pleasanton, CA 94566
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Attendance #: 925-461-6186
Counseling #: 925-461-6120
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PTSA Website |
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