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Helpful information, resources, and quick links for Avondale students


Career & Counseling Events

December 2
Avondale Board of Education Meeting
7:00 PM
Avondale School District Administration Building, 2940 Waukegan St, Auburn Hills, MI 48326, USA
Avondale Board of Education Meeting
Date: Dec 2
Time: 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Location: Avondale School District Administration Building, 2940 Waukegan St, Auburn Hills, MI 48326, USA
Calendar: District Calendar
December 3
OU Virtual Family FAFSA Workshop
6:00 PM
OU Virtual Family FAFSA Workshop
Date: Dec 3
Time: 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Calendar: Counseling Center

Requested format: virtual

Participant Registration link: https://apply.oakland.edu/register/?id=1f17824f-152d-41c0-956c-3c5161dcb21f

More than 24 hours before your workshop:

  1. Download the FAFSA Worksheet to access the steps to prepare for the FAFSA.

  2. Complete Step One of the FAFSA Worksheet. All contributors (student, spouse, and parent(s)) should each create a studentaid.gov account more than 24 hours before you complete the FAFSA. Do not create an ID for anyone else, you must use your own personal email and personal phone number. 

Review the FAFSA Checklist items in Step Two of the FAFSA Worksheet to gather necessary information to complete the FAFSA.


December 11
Navy Visit - Lunch
11:00 AM
Navy Visit - Lunch
Date: Dec 11
Time: 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM
Calendar: Counseling Center
December 16
University of Michigan-Flint (4th Hour)
10:07 AM
Avondale High School
University of Michigan-Flint (4th Hour)
Date: Dec 16
Time: 10:07 AM to 10:52 AM
Location: Avondale High School
Calendar: Counseling Center
Avondale Board of Education Meeting
7:00 PM
Avondale GATE Magnet School, 1435 W Auburn Rd, Rochester Hills, MI 48309, USA
Avondale Board of Education Meeting
Date: Dec 16
Time: 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Location: Avondale GATE Magnet School, 1435 W Auburn Rd, Rochester Hills, MI 48309, USA
Calendar: District Calendar
December 23 - December 24
NO SCHOOL - WINTER BREAK
12:00 AM
NO SCHOOL - WINTER BREAK
Date: Dec 23 - Dec 24
Time: 12:00 AM to 12:00 AM
Calendar: District Calendar
December 24 - December 25
NO SCHOOL - WINTER BREAK
12:00 AM
NO SCHOOL - WINTER BREAK
Date: Dec 24 - Dec 25
Time: 12:00 AM to 12:00 AM
Calendar: District Calendar


Transcript Requests

How To Request Your Transcripts

Looking for your Avondale High School transcripts? Former students may need their high school transcripts for a variety of reasons - to apply to college, secure an internship or job, apply for a scholarship or grant, etc. Depending on your graduating year, there are two different ways to request your transcript – we've detailed instructions for you below. Also, see the bottom of this page for more information on obtaining verification of graduation for employment purposes. 

Students who graduated in 2009 or earlier will need to request their transcript directly from Avondale High School. Transcript requests cost $5.00 each and can be paid for with a check or money order payable to Avondale High School, or using PaySchools. Please complete the Transcript Request Form below and mail your transcript request and payment to:

Avondale High School
ATTN: Transcript Request
2800 Waukegan
Auburn Hills, Michigan 48326

Remember...

  • Please allow at least five business days for your request to be processed.
  • Anyone over 18 years old must request their own transcript. Avondale High School cannot release a transcript to anyone without your permission.
  • Include your name as it was when you attended Avondale High School, on your transcript request form. For example, if you are married now, please be sure to use your maiden name on your form.
  • Include your date of birth.
  • Include your telephone number, including area code.
  • Include the address where you need the transcript mailed. Official transcripts cannot be mailed to the student. Transcripts must be sent directly from Avondale High School to the college, university, employer, etc.

Please call (248) 537-6106 if you have questions.  When you call, please be prepared to provide your name (when you attended Avondale High School), graduation year, current address and current telephone number.

Transcript Request Form

Avondale High School utilizes Parchment™ to provide transcripts for students who graduated in the year 2010 or later.

Graduates must submit their transcript request via Parchment™ when applying for college, the military, or a scholarship program that requires transcripts. The service is fast, safe, and available online 24/7.

Visit Parchment™ at the link below to sign up and create a profile. Once your profile is created, you will be able to make your selection from the list of participating organizations. Payment is made online and fees vary depending on the organization or program you are applying for, with most Michigan schools carrying no fee.

Don't see the college or program you're applying for? Contact Robin Bovensiep at (248) 537-6106 directly for further assistance.

Visit Parchment How Parchment Works

Please note, there is a $5 fee for any company requesting verification of graduation for employment purposes. This fee is payable by check or money order made payable to Avondale High School. Employment requests must have a signed release attached.

Please fill out and mail your request to:
Avondale High School
ATTN: Guidance Office
2800 Waukegan
Auburn Hills, Michigan 48326

Remember...

  • Please allow at least five business days for your request to be processed.
  • Include the former student’s name at the time of graduation.
  • Include the former student’s date of birth.
  • Telephone number plus area code

Have a question? Give us a call at (248) 537-6106 and we will be happy to assist you!

College Planning

College Prep & Post-Secondary Institutions

College Prep & Admissions

Free SAT Prep College Search AHS Counseling College Prep and Admission Common Application Tutoring Opportunities


Scholarships & Financial Aid

AHS Scholarship & Financial Aid Scholarship List


FAFSA Prep

Current and prospective college students will want to complete the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) to determine their eligibility for student financial aid. Be sure to check the current year FAFSA deadline so you do not miss it. You can also schedule a time with your counselor for assistance with FAFSA prep.



Career Exploration

Career Exploration & Preparation

We have many opportunities at AHS for you to hear from industry professionals, visit job sites, attend Career related field trips, etc. These activities will help you make important decisions about your future! Click the Career Development buttons to view dates and opportunities.

High School Career DevelopmentSummer Opportunities


Military

Military Info


Local Skilled Trades

Did you know that there are 47,000 annual openings in the professional trades projected by the year 2028? Professional trades careers in Michigan pay about 39% higher than the statewide median for all occupations, with a median salary of $57,000 with little to no student dept.  This is a GREAT option for students! Check out the links below to learn about local options.

Skilled Trades in Michigan Michigan Statewide Carpenters & Milwrights JATF Academy for Manufacturing Careers JAMA Michigan Laborers Training & Apprenticeship Institute Detroit Roofers & Waterproofers Plumbers Local 98 + MCA Pipefitters Industry Training Center Electrical Industry Training Center SMWIA (Sheet Metal Workers Industry) Local 80 MI OPCMIA Greater Michigan UA Local 90 Job Training Center Milwright Institute of Technology Emerging Industries Training Institute Michigan Apprenticeship Info