Become informed on important information and upcoming services that the counseling team will be offering in the days to come.

Table of Contents

• Hoover Highlights
• Upcoming and Ongoing Events
• Academic
• College
• Career
• Social Emotional
• Scholarships
• Senior Corner

On Wednesday, April 9, we proudly celebrated our outstanding Armenian students at the annual CASPS (Committee for Armenian Students in Public Schools) event!

Students earning a 3.75 GPA or above were honored for their academic excellence, and we are thrilled to share that four of our Tornados received special scholarships in the following categories:
• Outstanding Leadership
• Community Service
• Future Educator
• Top of the Class

Thank you to the CASPS committee for recognizing the hard work, dedication, and potential of our students. We’re incredibly proud of their achievements!

On Monday, April 14, the 22nd Annual ¡Adelante, Latinos! Awards honored GUSD's 8th and 12th grade Latinx/Hispanic students for maintaining a 3.0 GPA or higher. Prior to the celebration, 12th graders from all five GUSD high schools participated in the ¡Adelante, Latinos! 2025 Speech and Scholarship Contest, responding to the prompt: How has your Hispanic/Latino identity and heritage informed your educational goals and achievements?

In a historic sweep, all five first-place winners were our very own Tornadoes! Each student delivered their powerful, heartfelt speeches during the ceremony, earning a $400 scholarship.

If you see any of the following students around campus, please congratulate them for their outstanding achievement!

Shelly Lemus

Calandria Medina

Rebeca Pedroza Gonzalez

Stephanie Perez-Garcia

Melanie Sanchez Romero

Armenian History Month is a time to honor the rich culture, resilience, and contributions of the Armenian people. It’s especially significant as it includes April 24th, the day of remembrance for the Armenian Genocide, where 1.5 million Armenians lost their lives in 1915. This month encourages all of us to learn more about Armenian heritage, celebrate its traditions, and recognize the strength of the Armenian community.

Students, we want to hear from you! Are you receiving Tornado Tickets from teachers? Do you know where the Tornado Trade Post is? Please click the link below to complete the survey. Your feedback is appreciated!!

Please note: The survey is anonymous!

Decision Day is a very special day on campus where our graduating seniors officially declare their post-high school plans! Whether they are heading to a four-year university, community college, trade school, the military, or entering the workforce, it’s a time to recognize and celebrate their hard work and future goals.

Please help make this event special for our students by scanning the QR code below to donate!

Love singing? Want to develop your music skills? Or make life-long friends? Join Hoover's award-winning Chamber Choir! Auditions begin April 14th. No formal singing experience is required! Scan the QR code, or check out our choir website HooverChoir.net for more info on how you can audition to be a part of our program. If you have any questions, you can stop by room 3302, or email Mrs. Estep at aestep@gusd.net.

There are two internship positions for this summer at the Verdugo Regional Crime Lab at Glendale Police Department. This is a great opportunity for students who love science! Students will work for 6 weeks, Monday - Thursday from 7:30am - 12:30pm. 

To apply, students must have a 3.0 GPA or better, be a student in good standing, write an essay describing why they are interested in pursuing an internship at the Crime Lab, and attach 1-2 Recommendation Letters. Verdugo Crime Lab Internship Application

Every Tuesdays and Thursdays from 8:30 to 9:00 a.m during EO time., our counselors deliver engaging, school-wide presentations designed to inform and inspire our students. Teachers kick off their 1st period classes by logging into Google Meets and projecting the presentation for students to see.

During these sessions, counselors cover a variety of topics, including:

• Updates on upcoming school events
• Tips for academic success
• Strategies for social-emotional wellness
• College and career readiness insights
• And so much more

We look forward to connecting with our students each week and providing valuable resources to help them thrive both inside and outside the classroom. Click below to view last week's presentation.

Over the next couple of weeks, 11th grade students will be taking the CAASPP test. Please click on the images below for more information about what the CAASPP test is, why it matters, and some important reminders!

Please Note: Grades 9, 10, and 12 will not be participating. These grade level students will start school at a later time on April 7 - 9 and April 15 and 16. Please view bell schedule below.

The GCC Garfield permission form for summer is now available. 

Please note: We highly recommend that students take summer courses in-person. The online option should only be considered if attending in person is absolutely not possible.

Important information:

• This opportunity is first come, first served, and spots fill up very quickly.
• You can pick up a printed copy from the Counseling Office starting today.
• Completed forms must be returned to the Counseling Office so I can approve the course. Keep a copy for your records or take a photo.
• Once the form is approved, I will send over to GCC. They will email you if you got in or not.

Things to remember:

• Science classes cannot be taken online.
• Registration must be done using a personal email address, not your school email. If you don’t have one, please use your parent/guardian’s email.
• If you are taking a class for advancement, both semesters must be completed in order for you to receive your extra elective.
• Do not register for any other courses, as they will not be approved and will not go on your transcript.

Classes that can be taken for advancement by grade level:

Incoming 10th: World History (both semesters) CLASS FULL

Incoming 11th: US History (both semesters) CLASS FULL 

Incoming 12th: Government/Economics (both semesters)

Have questions about Dual Enrollment, JumpStart, or anything else related to GCC?

A GCC counselor will be on campus in the College and Career Center on the following dates between 9 am and 1 pm: April 17, May 1, May 15, and May 29

Please make sure to visit them and get your questions answered!

Students receive Tornado Tickets for being Responsible, Respectful, and Engaged. Trade in your tickets for amazing prizes at the Tornado Trade Post. It is open every Tuesday and Thursday during snack. The store is located right around the corner from the Student Store.

If you have not already, please join your counselor's Google Classroom!

Final grades are due on June 6 which means there are only 7 weeks left of the school year. To ensure that you finish strong and pass all of your classes, it is crucial that you do the following:

1. Check your student portal and Google Classroom daily

• View due dates and ensure assignments are submitted on time

• Check your grades regularly to catch any errors or missing work

• Review feedback from teachers and use it to improve your next assignments

• Set reminders or use a planner to stay organized

2. Communicate with your teachers

• If you don’t understand a concept, ask them to explain it in a different way

• If you’re falling behind, let them know ASAP so they can help you

• Ask about extra credit opportunities or ways to raise your grade (if permitted)

• Know their policy on late work and extensions—don’t assume!

3. Manage your time wisely

• Break big assignments into smaller tasks

• Prioritize what's due soonest or what’s worth the most points

• Avoid procrastination by setting specific goals each day

4. Use school resources

• Attend free tutoring in the Collaboratory (see flyer below)

• Attend AP Exam prep (see flyer below)

• Ask a counselor for help with planning or support

California Colleges is the official California and GUSD platform with tools to help students explore careers, majors, colleges, and trade schools—all for free! Students can activate their accounts using their school email. Need a little guidance? Watch this student tutorial. Parents, you can monitor your student’s progress by creating your own account. Register at CaliforniaColleges.edu and check out this parent tutorial for step-by-step instructions.

Get answers to many of your questions on Dual Enrollment, ECA, certificate programs, important dates, enrollment steps, online application, and more every Tuesday at lunch to 1:30 pm.

Location: Table outside the College & Career Center, Room 2101

Click on the link to learn more: glendale.edu/hs

• Need a Work Permit? Students can download a work permit at the following link https://hooverhs.gusd.net/6755_4 Complete the form and bring it into the counseling office.

• Looking for a job? Supermarkets Hiring Immediately:

  • Krispy Kreme

  • Ralph's

  • Trader Joe's

  • Vons

  • See below for job's via the GYA Employment Programs. 

  • Start your job search and browse for thousands of hourly position openings. You can also start your job search at snagajob.com.
    
    

• Highest Paying Occupations: https://www.bls.gov/ooh/highest-paying.htm
  
  
• Fastest Growing Occupations: https://www.bls.gov/ooh/fastest-growing.htm
  
  
• Most New Jobs: https://www.bls.gov/ooh/most-new-jobs.htm

The Posse Scholarship Foundation is a nationally recognized organization which offers a full tuition scholarship and a lifetime network of mentorship for career opportunities. Glendale Unified students can apply for the Posse Scholarship to one of 9 partner universities: 

• Northwestern University
• Bucknell University
• Pepperdine University
• Tulane University
• Santa Clara University
• Hobart and William Smith Colleges
• Kalamazoo College
• Tulane University
• University of Wisconsin-Madison.

GUSD will host a webinar to share information about the Posse Scholarship to families of interested 11th grade students. Learn more about the process at the webinar on April 29th at 6:00 pm. 

WATCH HERE: gusd.net/april29

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