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The Acorn
A Message from the Principal of AOC, Dr. Fine
Week of 8/28-9/4
Greetings AOC Families,
I hope that you had a great weekend! This upcoming Friday is a Monday/Wednesday schedule.
Last Friday, 8/25, we held "Coffee with the Principal". It was a pleasure to meet so many families and answer questions about AOC. Thank you to the parents who joined us and thank you to ROOTS PTA for bringing coffee and baked goods for our parents!
This last week, AOC's academic counselor, Ms. Grijalva visited with all of our Senior students in their advisory classrooms and students learned about the college application process and important timelines. Thank you to Ms. Grijalva for your outstanding presentation and guidance for our Seniors!
I hope that you have a great week, AOC! Please reach out to me with any questions or concerns.
Sincerely,
Dr. Juliet Fine
Principal of AOC
661-362-3056
ASB Announcements
Class of 2024 Photograph Submission Guidelines
Hey, seniors!! This year ASB is trying something different. Rather than ask you to submit a picture of yourself as a baby or toddler, you will have three options for your submission. Additionally, we are asking you to submit a jpeg link instead of an actual physical photograph, unless, of course, you only have a physical photo that you want to submit in which case you will be allowed to do so.
For this year, please use the Google form link below to submit a photograph of yourself. The photo can be ONE of the following.
You can submit an image of yourself as a baby or toddler. Until now, this has been the picture traditionally requested.
You can submit an image of yourself taking part in a favorite hobby or activity (for example, playing soccer or going on a hike). This photo can show you at any age.
You can submit an image of yourself in a favorite location (for instance, visiting the Grand Canyon or at the Lincoln Memorial). This photo can show you at any age.
If you wish to submit a physical photograph, please put it in an envelope with your first and last name on the envelope and give it to Dr. Shapiro. Additionally, if you have any questions about this, please feel free to contact Dr. Shapiro or speak with him in person. Thank you!
AOC Welcome Dance
The AOC Welcome Dance has been moved to Friday, September 22nd in the Multipurpose Room at Rancho Pico Junior High more details will be announced soon! The dance will run from 6:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m.
Senior Sunrise on 9/1
Senior Sunrise will take place on the morning of Friday, September 1st. Seniors who plan to attend should arrive no earlier than 5:45 a.m. The event will run from 6:00 a.m. until 7:00 a.m. Seniors will need to leave campus after the event concludes and may return as early as 8:00 a.m. for the school day.
University Center Cafe is Open for Business
Freshman Take a Tour around AOC and Learn How to Schedule Appointments with Teachers with Mrs. Bisacchi
Science Olympiad Won Several Medals this Year with Mr. Koegle
ASB President, Meghan Johnson and ASB Club Coordinator, Hasvita Obulapuram and Wellness SEL Student, Parvathi (Paru) Nair Present at Coffee with the Principal
Wellness at AOC
- Jason Wilhelm-Wellness Teacher - jwilhelm@hartdistrict.org
- Alejandra Maldonado, Social Worker/Therapist- amaldonado@hartdistrict.org
- Danica Lynch- Wellness-dlynch@hartdistrict.org
- Diana Grijalva- Academic Counselor- dgrijalva@hartdistrict.org
- Sandra Minassian-School Psychologist - sminassian@hartdistrict.org
More information will be provided to students this week on how to access help and where they can find our staff when they are on campus. Student wellness is one of our top priorities.
Hazel Health Therapy Services Free through the WSHUHSD
Health Fair
Healing California will be hosting a free community health fair on September 16 and 17, 2023, at Golden Valley High School. The fair is open to anyone, no questions asked. Please see attached flyers for more information and if interested please contact Alex Sparrow to RSVP - ASparrow@hartdistrict.org
Join ROOTS
Please consider joining AOC ROOTS organization. It is the PTA for the Academy of the Canyons. Donations pay for student scholarships, student events, and staff appreciation. We are thankful all of your generosity and support! Here is the link and application.
~ROOTS
Important Dates for August-October
- August 29-Back to School Night at AOC, UCEN room 258 from 5:20pm-7:30pm.
- September 4th- Labor Day, No School
- September 8th- 1st Progress Report
- September 22nd- Welcome Back to School Dance at Rancho Pico, 6pm-9pm
- October 2nd-No AOC Classes only, COC in session
- October 13--End of 1st Quarter
Academy of the Canyons
Email: jfine@hartdistrict.org
Website: https://www.academyofthecanyons.com/
Location: Academy of the Canyons, Rockwell Canyon Road, Santa Clarita, CA, USA
Phone: 661-362-3056
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Academy-of-the-Canyons-Middle-College-High-School-330158873741614
Twitter: @Academy_Canyons