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Weekly Eagle News

Fall 2023, 16th edition, 12/11/2023 - 12/15/2023

Weekly Eagle News Fall 2023, 16th edition, 12/11/2023 - 12/15/2023
12/11 Weekly Eagle News

~New Announcements~

Winter Spectacular
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Winter Spectacular

Eagles, join on December 15th from 5pm to 7pm for games, food , crafts and holiday fun. Check out the flyer for more information.
AG FFA Christmas Trees
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AG FFA Christmas Trees

The AG FFA Christmas tree farm is now open Monday - Friday from 4pm - 7pm, Saturday 1pm - 7pm and Sunday 1pm - 5pm. Come get your tree while supplies last.

Sophomore Social
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Sophomore Social

Come out to the Quad on December 13 during Lunch and enjoy free hot chocolate and baked goodies, bring ID to receive.

RYLA
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RYLA

Youth Leadership Camp. Applications are due by December 17th, click the photo to apply or see Mrs. LaBrado.

Floats for Perfect Attendance
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Floats for Perfect Attendance

More than 250 students have had perfect attendance from August till November 17th. If your one of them be on the lookout for an invite to be delivered during first period or 5th if you qualify.

~Student Spotlight~

Math Department Students of the Week
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Math Department Students of the Week

Congrats to the Math Department Students of the Week.
Athletes of the Week
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Athletes of the Week

Congrats to Charlotte Solis and Aiden Blan.
Artists of the Week
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Artists of the Week

Congrats to Spencer Arrivee and Micheal Hartman.

2023-2024 Yearbook
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2023-2024 Yearbook

Less than 300 copies left, order your yearbook today before they are all gone.

Eagle Expectation Winners
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Eagle Expectation Winners

Congrats to our Students who are displaying the AG Way.

~AGHS Performing Arts~

Carol of the Arts
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Carol of the Arts

Have a Friend who is in an Art class? Maybe in Band, Dance or Theater? Come see their amazing work at this year's Carol of the Arts show Wednesday December 13th. Student Art gallery opens in the black box theater at 6PM followed by Student performances at 7PM on the Clark Center main stage. Tickets are $10 plus Clark Center fee and proceeds go to the AGHS Art Department. Come support our talented Student Artists!

The Wind in the Willows
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AGHS Theatre presents The Wind in the Willows

“The Wind in the Willows”, based on the classic novel of the same name. Follow Mr. Toad, Rat, Mole, Badger and more as they learn what friendship is truly about in this musical comedy suited for all audiences. Tickets are $20 with discounts for students at $14 and seniors at $16. Purchases can be made online at clarkcenter.org or at the Clark Center box office window. Showtimes conclude this week with shows on the 14th, 15th and 16th at 7pm. Get your tickets before they sell out!

AGHS Theatre Shows
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AGHS Theatre

Theatre shows this year.
AGHS Improv Shows
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AGHS Improv Grin & Bare It

Doors open at 7pm for all shows. $5 at the door.

~Speaking Contests~

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Lions Club Speaking Contest

Cash prizes and scholarship money can be yours by competing in speaking contests beginning in February. Two separate contests are open to student entry: Lions Club - with the topic: "For a Better World, What Would You Change?” Students entering the contest shall prepare a talk to be as close as possible to, but not over, ten minutes, nor less than five minutes delivery time. Email coach chris.ryan@lmusd.org for more information.

Optimist Club Speaking Contest
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Optimist Club Speaking Contest

Cash prizes and scholarship money can be yours by competing in speaking contests beginning in February. Two separate contests are open to student entry:

Optimist Club - with the topic: "How to Change the World with Optimism " The time allowed will be not under 4 minutes or over 5 minutes. Email coach Chris Ryan (chris.ryan@lmusd.org) for more details.

~AGHS Club Announcements~

Clubs should know in order to advertise for your club's special events, please turn your announcement into room #205 for posting. Going forward, flyers will be hung in Eagle Hall, on the tri marquee and blue board in the quad, on the Softball Shed wall, outside room #912, and in the admin building window. All other posters will be removed.
UPCOMING SPORTING EVENTS: See WEEK OF SPORT

Welcome Eagle Families,

Students can purchase an ASB discount card for free entry to all non CIF playoff events online at the AGHS Webstore or at the student business office on campus.

Purchase your digital ticket here: GoFan

How to Purchase Ticket Help Video: click here

~Juniors~

Cal Grant GPA Submission

Your GPA will be electronically submitted to the California Student Aid Commission between 9/23/2024 - 9/27/2024. Assembly Bill AB2160 allows you the right to opt out of this submission. (CSAC Submission deadline 10/1/2024). Please use the LINKS below to access the CSAC Opt Out Form. Forms are due no later than 12/31/2023 and can be returned in person to the AGHS Counseling Office or to deena.murphy@lmusd.org.

Cal Grant Opt Out Form - English

Cal Grant Opt Out Form - Spanish

~Seniors~

Google Classroom for Class of 2024

Seniors, time to join the class of 2024 google classroom. CODE: wkhqb6o

~Counselor's Corner~

Check in on grades! The end of the semester is rapidly approaching! Please check in on grades and see your counselor if you need to make a plan if you are not doing well. Remember that failing grades in certain classes will mean summer school to recover credit.


California Colleges: California Colleges is an app in Clever and all AGHS students have an account. This app is a great tool for exploring college and career. Counselors are using this app with students in our guidance talks.


FAFSA: This year, the FAFSA application will not be available until December 31st, 2023. Click HERE to view the upcoming “Cash 4 College” workshops hosted by various schools in our region including at Arroyo Grande High School. Students and their parents can attend any of the workshops from any of the listed schools. The workshops are available with trained staff to help with completing the FAFSA application which is due March 2, 2024. If you wish to opt out from completing the FAFSA application, you must complete this FORM. NOTE: It is mandatory to submit a FAFSA/CADAA application in order to access the Cuesta Promise (free 2 years) for students planning to attend Cuesta in the Fall of 2024.


~Attendance~

Make sure to Clear your Absences
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Make Sure to Clear your Absences

Clear Absences by 4pm Tuesday, 12/05/23. Please make sure that the Attendance Office is informed of the reason for any still unverified absences for 11/06/23 - 12/01/23. After that date, we will not be able to make any changes.

College & Military Visits
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College & Military Visits

Seniors and Juniors planning a college/military visit should stop by the Attendance Office to pick up an Excused Absence Request form ahead of their visit. If approved, up to two days may be excused. Visits that will last longer than two days would require a Short Term Independent Study Contract to excuse the absence.

Attendance FAQs
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Attendance FAQs

For any other questions about attendance:

Please contact the Attendance Oce:

Last names A-L: contact Mrs. Lewis 📞(805) 474-3200 ext. 2244

💻Dawn.Lewis@lmusd.org

Last names M-Z: contact Mrs. Black 📞(805) 474-3200 ext. 2243

💻Alisha.Black@lmusd.org

Spanish: contact Mrs. Robles 📞(805) 474-3200 ext. 2199

Fax: (805) 474-4222

~Career Center News~

Career Center Hours in Room 208

Monday and Friday at Lunch

Tuesday - Thursday 8:30 am - 3:35pm.

Scholarships

Go to the AGHS Website under scholarships for more information or stop by the Career Center.

Other opportunities and deadlines approaching so be sure to check out the website.

Big Brother Big Sisters Program
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Big Brothers Big Sisters Program

Scan the QR code or click the picture. Contact marina@slobigs.org for more information.
Science Night
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Science Night

Branch Elementary will be hosting a Science Night and will need volunteers on December 14th from 4:30-7:30. Contact: starr.wilder@lmusd.org for any questions or sign ups.
Grover Beach Elementary
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Grover Beach Elementary

Community Service Opportunity at Grover Beach Elementary School Contact petra.reynolds@lmusd.org or 805-574-5483 for any questions and sign-ups!!
Fall Community Service
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Fall Volunteer Opportunities

Arroyo Grande has lots of opportunities to Volunteer this Fall! Great Way to earn more community service hours.For more information or to get involved, contact Kelly Reynolds at

kmreynolds@arroyogrande.org or call (805)473-5473.

Volunteer with Downtown SLO
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Holiday Volunteer Opportunities in Downtown SLO

Holiday Community Service is available on December 1, 2023, from 4-10 PM. or Wednesday-Sunday from November 26-December 24, 2023. Check out the flyer for more information or contact: kelly@downtownslo.com or (661) 803-0207.
Reminder Eagles, donations of items do not qualify for community service as noted at the bottom of the community service form.
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