Counseling Office

Welcome to the AHS Counseling Office. We hope this information will prove helpful, leading you towards your path to your future. Research career choices, financial aid, scholarships, colleges, and much more. Here's some information we hope you'll find helpful:  Transition to High School  

School Counselors

Jason Fogel: Students, last names beginning with A-L. Schedule an appointment with Mr. Fogel

Laura VanDyke: Students, last names beginning with M-Z. Schedule and appointment with Mrs. VanDyke

AHS Courses

Check out the AHS Course Descriptions.   

Graduation Requirements

The Michigan Merit Curriculum outlines graduation requirements.

Here are AHS Graduation Requirements.

AP Test Information

AP Letter and Info

Registration Forms

Testing Out

Students can earn high school credit by "testing out" of courses where they exhibit a reasonable level of mastery. 

Please contact:  Mrs. Daly ([email protected]) for more information regarding testing out at Allendale High School. 

Marching Band Waiver

The State of Michigan allows districts to offer a waiver for Marching Band students to bypass taking Physical Education class in high school (allowed by MCL 380.1502) . The waiver is a new option for students who have not yet taken PE, it is not a requirement.  Students who would like to waive/bypass the HS Physical Education class by taking Marching Band during this current school year and for at least 2 years throughout high school, please fill out this form which will notify counselors who will then reach out to you. 

Online Learning

Allendale High School offers a variety of online Advanced Placement (AP) and regular courses. Check out course information for courses through Michigan Virtual School, then see Mr. Fogel or Mrs. VanDyke.

Personal Curriculum

A Personal Curriculum is available to all high school students. Check the Michigan Department of Education website for information. Notice: Parents have a right to request a  Personal Curriculum for their student at any time. If you would like to do so, please contact the counseling office. 

Work-Based Learning for Seniors

If you are interested in participating in work-based learning during semester two, please schedule an appointment with your counselor:  Mr. Fogel's Calendar (A-L) or Mrs. VanDyke's Calendar (M-Z)

Transcripts

Seniors and alumni: To request your high school transcript to be sent to a college or university, please set up an account with Parchment.