Academic & College Advising

Charting Your Course: The Junior High Academic Planning Curriculum empowers students with vital skills for success, from organizational habits and interpersonal behaviors to career exploration.

• Personalized Advising: Ongoing one-on-one meetings with designated Academic Advisors.
• Academic Planning: Individual meetings with students and parents for high school course planning and college acceptance strategies.
• Academic Success: Develop strong organizational and study skills.
• Career Exploration: Annual career fair showcasing diverse opportunities.
• Parent Workshops: Evening workshop for parents to:
  • Guide high school academic planning
  • Navigate college admissions process

Getting On Track: 9th Grade Focus eases the transition to high school, helping students discover their learning styles and set future goals, while parents receive expert guidance on academic planning and college admissions.

• Personalized Advising: Ongoing one-on-one meetings with a designated Academic Advisor.
• Academic Planning: 9th Grade Advisor collaborates with students and parents to create a four-year academic plan.
• Focused Support: Emphasizes the transition to high school.
• Discover Learning Styles: Students complete a Learning Style Inventory to identify their optimal learning methods.
• Future Goals: Encourages students to explore and set future goals
• Parent Workshops: Fall evening program for parents provides a comprehensive view of:
  • High school curriculum options
  • Graduation requirements
  • College admissions process

Building Success: 10th Grade Focus introduces students to a comprehensive program designed to boost academic achievement and future planning.

• Personalized Advising: Ongoing one-on-one meetings with a designated Academic Advisor and introduction to a College Advisor.
• College Tours: Access to four to six national and regional college tours with Academic and College Advisors.
• Online Search Support: Assistance with the initial online college search experience.
• Parent Workshops: Evening career program offering strategies to support child’s career planning.
• PSAT Preparation: All sophomores take the PSAT in October.
• Career Pathways: Personalized assessments to align career paths with student skills and interests.
• College Exploration: Participation in on-campus AHS College Fair and personalized visits with over 250 colleges and universities.

College Search & Application Process: Our comprehensive and supportive approach empowers students to identify their goals and interests, navigate the college admissions process, and make informed decisions about higher education with guidance from experienced advisors.

Semester 1:

• Personalized Guidance: Ongoing one-on-one meetings with a designated College Advisor
• Classroom Advising: "Welcome to Junior Year" advising lesson
• Strategic Testing Plan: Tailored approach to standardized test preparation
• Self-Discovery: Encouragement to explore personal interests and strengths
• Enhanced Involvement: Guidance on increasing extracurricular engagement
• College Connections: Opportunities to connect with college/university representatives
• College Exploration: Participation in the AHS College Fair and visits with over 250 colleges and universities
• College Tours:  Access to 4 to 6 national and regional tours with Academic and College Advisors
• Workshops:
  • Junior Workshop Part 1:  Insights into the college admissions process
  • Financial Aid 101: Introduction to financial aid options
  • Athletic Recruiting: Introduction to NCAA athletic recruiting opportunities

Semester 2:

• Personalized Guidance: Ongoing one-on-one meetings with their designated College Advisor
• Classroom Advising: “Selecting Where to Apply” advising lesson
• Junior Conference: Meetings with a College Advisor and support for Letters of Recommendation
• College Connections: Personalized on-campus college visits from colleges and universities
• College Tours: Access to four to six national and regional college tours with Academic and College Advisors
• Workshops:
  • Junior Workshop - Part 2: Admissions Director Panel
  • Leadership Academy (NCAA) Workshop
  • Summer programs (Explore and Apply)
• Jump Start Workshops:
  • Intro to college application progress software (Common App & Coalition App)
  • College Essay Workshop
  • College Interviews

Summer: 

• Jump Start Workshops:
  • Completing college application progress software (Common App)
  • Applying to the Florida State University System (SUS)
  • College Essay Workshop
  • College Interviews Workshop
  • Financial Aid 
  • Getting organized with college application progress

• College Application Labs: Summer sessions assisted by College Advisors for hands-on application support.

• Family College Visits: Continue exploring colleges with your family for a well-rounded decision-making process.

Finalizing the College Search & Application Process: students receive comprehensive guidance and support from our College Advisors to finalize their college search and application process, ensuring they make informed and confident decisions about their future.

Semester 1:

• Personalized Guidance: One-on-one sessions with College Advisor
• College Application Lab: Two days per week for hands-on application support
• Interview Training: Expert one-on-one coaching for the college interview process
• Essay & Supplemental Review: Assistance with writing and reviewing application essays
• College Fair Participation: Engage in the AHS College Fair and personalized visits with over 250 colleges and universities
• Campus Visits: Representatives from colleges visit AHS
• College Tours: Access to 4 to 6 national and regional tours with Academic and College Advisors
• Workshops:
  • Nuts & Bolts Workshop: Student Session (Morning) and Parent Session (Evening)
  • Financial Aid: Guidance on completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid
  • Scholarship Profile Intensive: In-depth workshop for the College Scholarship Service Profile

Semester 2:

• Bright Futures Scholarship: Application assistance to maximize scholarship opportunities
• Alumni Panel: Gain insights and advice from recent AHS alumni who are currently attending colleges and universities
• College Visits: Tailored visits from colleges and universities to suit individual interests
• College Tours: Access to 4 to tours with Academic and College Advisors
• Financial Aid Guidance: Understanding and appealing your financial aid package
• Transcript Management: Mid-semester and final transcript requests and submissions
• Finalizing Your Choice: Assistance with making and finalizing your college decision