This week we are honoring our phenomenal School Psychologists through the celebration of National School Psychology Week! This year’s theme, “Spark Discovery,” recognizes the work that school psychologists do to help their communities seek out new ideas, effect change, and expand …
The AVUHSD Prime Time Soccer League wrapped up this past week and it was a season to remember! With 400 student athletes and mentors participating from all eight of our comprehensive school sites, our players showcased outstanding skill, leadership, and …
On Monday, November 11th, we will be observing Veterans Day. Thank you to all of our Veterans for your service and sacrifice. We are deeply grateful for your courage. We honor, appreciate, and support you all! Friendly reminder that there …
We invite you all to join Superintendent Greg Nehen for our upcoming Community Strategic Plan Meeting on Tuesday, November 12th at Lancaster High School from 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM! The Superintendent will be sharing the Antelope Valley Union High …
The Antelope Valley Union High School District and the Multilingual Department proudly hosted the 2nd Annual “Welcome to AVUHSD” Newcomer Conference on Tuesday, October 29th at the AV Fairgrounds! Over 400 students and staff gathered for an inspiring day that …
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November is National Homeless Youth Awareness Month. The recognition of this month is extremely vital as it is a way to empower students as well as families who are experiencing homelessness through educational advocacy and support. Join us in promoting awareness …
Life can be tough, but you’ve got the power to handle it with some solid coping strategies! Dodge the Triggers: Know what makes you want to use substances and avoid those situations or people. Make smart choices about where you …
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Build a Stronger You: Say No to Substance Use It’s all about making choices that make you stronger, not weaker. When it comes to substance use, choosing a healthier path is a sign of true strength. You have the power …
We invite you to join us on October 30th for the District African American Parent Advisory Committee (AAPAC) Meeting & Resource Fair hosted at our AVUHSD Office Boardroom from 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM! You will get the opportunity to …
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Stressed out? Turning to drugs or alcohol might seem like a quick fix, but it’s not the answer. Here’s how you can manage stress in a healthy way instead: Breathe Deep: Use deep breathing or meditation to calm your mind …
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Stand Strong: Say No to Substance Use We all know the pressure—sometimes it feels like everyone’s doing it, but you don’t have to. Don’t let peer pressure push you into using drugs or alcohol. Trust your instincts—substance use can harm …
Knowledge is Power: Educate Yourself Understanding the risks and consequences of drug and alcohol use is essential. It’s not just about knowing the facts; it’s about being aware of the physical, mental, and social effects these substances can have on …
Explore Your College & Career Opportunities! Join us for a 5-day college and career readiness experience touring prestigious Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) in Washington, Maryland, Virginia, and North Carolina. Space is limited. up to 8 students from each high …
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From October 23rd to October 31st, the Antelope Valley Union High School District takes part in recognizing National Red Ribbon Week. The AVUHSD is embarking on a mission to combat substance use through our annual “NOPE” initiative. Our guiding principle is simple: “Nope. …
Gentle reminder that tomorrow, Wednesday, October 23rd is a Student Free Day for all AVUHSD schools except SOAR High School. SOAR High School will have their Student Free Day on Friday, October 25th. We wish you all a safe, healthy, and restful …
Fall into the season with Antelope Valley High School’s 2024 Fall Festival! This is a FREE community event for all to enjoy! Dress up in your costumes and enjoy the plethora of exciting festive activities such as the petting zoo, …
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On October 10th, the wonderful Multilingual & EL Department team wrapped up with a great session, Financing the Future, with guest speakers including Counselors: Martha Mendoza (PHS), Denise Castro (LHS) and Bilingual Secretary, Jocelyn Reyes (LHS). They each provided personalized guidance …
We invite you all to join us for the AVUHSD College & Career Information Night 2024! This will be an event you do not want to miss out on! Speak to college & career representatives, receive pivotal information regarding FAFSA, …
Congratulations to all of our Latino365 Knowledge Bowl Scholars! All of our teams shined with their expertise on Latino and Hispanic history, culture, facts, and more! We had a beautiful event with musical performances by Los Del AV from Knight High …
The AVUHSD invites you to Disciplina Positiva (Positive Discipline)! A parent workshop held entirely in Spanish by Tony Orozco! Mr. Orozco will be discussing the highly relevant topic of: “How to Motivate My Child or Teenager to be Academically and Emotionally Successful” Light …
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Each year, as part of the Take 2 to Prevent Suicide campaign, we hold a student video contest. Videos can raise awareness, videos can help open our eyes to new perspectives, and videos can save lives. You can participate in the …
The Trevor Project is the world’s largest suicide prevention and crisis intervention organization for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer & questioning (LGBTQ) young people. The Trevor Project offers a suite of 24/7 crisis intervention and suicide prevention programs, including TrevorLifeline, …
The Latino365 Knowledge Bowl Preliminary Round #2 has been rescheduled for tomorrow, Friday, September 27th! Two exciting Latino365 Knowledge Bowl rounds will be occurring in one day! The Preliminary Round #2 will be occurring first with the Final Round following soon …
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Last week, we shared warning signs and risk factors associated with suicide. This week, we would like to share some protective factors. Simply put, protective factors are things we can learn, do, or engage in, that can reduce the chances …
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We are celebrating National Hispanic Heritage Month from September 15th – October 15th! We deeply value the Hispanic and Latino communities’ integral contributions to our history and vibrant culture. Their outstanding accomplishments have been fundamental to areas such as art, …
Prime Time League season is upon us and we couldn’t be more excited! Get set to experience the excitement of sports and the transformative power of mentorship with the Prime Time League! Students will be able to register to be …
The Coca-Cola Scholars Program scholarship is an achievement-based scholarship awarded to students in their final year of high school. Students are recognized for their capacity to lead and serve, as well as their commitment to making a significant impact on …
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The Gates Scholarship (TGS) is a highly selective, last-dollar scholarship for outstanding, minority, high school seniors from low-income households. Each year, the scholarship is awarded to exceptional student leaders, with the intent of helping them realize their maximum potential. Selected …
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Part of suicide prevention is educating yourself on MYTHS vs. FACTS regarding suicide and learning the warning signs. Here are a few to begin with: MYTH: Talking about suicide or asking someone if they feel suicidal will encourage suicide attempts. FACT: Talking about suicide provides the opportunity …
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Get Ready for Attendance Awareness Month at the AVUHSD! Starting Friday, August 30, 2024, the AVUHSD is kicking off Attendance Awareness Month! This is our time to emphasize how important it is to be in school every single day! Attendance …
Congressman Mike Garcia Announces this year’s Service Academy Information Night set for Monday, September 30th from 6-9 PM! Service Academy Information Night invites Freshman through Junior high school students as well as ages 17-23 who are interested in serving in …
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Happy First Day of School AVUHSD staff, students, families, and community! We are wishing everyone a fantastic start to the 2024-2025 school year!
Only one week left to go until our 2024-2025 school year begins on Monday, August 12th! We hope you all have a safe and rejuvenating last week of Summer Break! We are looking forward to welcoming everyone back to campus …
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Guardians, join our Multilingual and English Learner Department for their upcoming 2024-2025 District English Learner Advisory Committee (DELAC) Meetings! DELAC Meetings are a great way to meet other families, get familiar with AVUHSD and community resources, learn about graduation requirements, …
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Happy International Friendship Day from our Class of 2024 Graduates! For our incoming 9th Graders, look forward to creating lifelong friendships throughout your four years here at the Antelope Valley Union High School District! We can not wait to welcome …
Today marks the two week countdown until our 2024-2025 school year begins! We are thrilled to have you all back on Monday, August 12th and look forward to another year full of exciting endeavors!
The Antelope Valley Migrant Education Consortium concluded its summer STEAM Academy with a celebration! Students engaged in classes covering Art, Music, and Engineering, among other great learning opportunities. They attended inspiring motivational workshops, enjoyed a soccer clinic with the AV …
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The Antelope Valley Union High School District offers a plethora of Career Technical Education (CTE) Academies from Television & Video, Biomedical Science, Public Service and so much more! CTE Academies provide exposure to real-world workplaces and teaches our students the …
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As the upcoming 24-25 school year approaches, the Antelope Valley Union High School District is dedicated to providing targeted support to our students through the Multi-Tiered System of Supports framework. Multi-tiered System of Supports, also referred to as MTSS, is a …
A gentle reminder that this Friday, July 26, 2024, is the last day of summer school! We commend you all for your hard work this summer session! May you all have a safe, healthy, and relaxing summer break full of …