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Avon, CT is a picturesque New England village that grew up along the wooded banks and meadow plains of the Farmington River. Avon is recognized as one of the most outstanding communities for education in the State of Connecticut.

Our Mission: To inspire in each student a joy and passion for learning and a commitment to excellence, personal integrity, and social responsibility.

DISTRICT OFFICIALSSuperintendent - Dr. Bridget Heston Carnemolla Assistant Superintendent - Dr. Donna Nestler-Rusack

SCHOOL OFFICIALS Principal Assistant Principal Assistant Principal

SCHOOL COUNSELORSDirector of Counseling

Counselors

COUNSELING OFFICE TelephoneFax

Michael RenkawitzDr. Eileen F. O’NeilDr. Diana DeVivo

Todd Dyer

Andrew EllrodLissa IrvineLaura SullivanHeather Toyen

860-404-4740860-404-4757

RESPECTStatement of Core Values and Beliefs: Avon High School is a student-centered community that empowers each member to engage in authentic and substantive learning, develop effective leadership, and demonstrate humane character.

RIGORAvon High School is among the most competitive high schools in the State of Connecticut.

Our community prides itself on its level of scholarship and involvement in co-curricular programs and activities. Nearly 80% of the student body participates in athletics, with a strong record of advancement to conference and state championships. Fine and Performing Arts thrive at Avon High School. More than half of the student population participates in choral, instrumental, and art competitions. Avon’s students participate in a broad range of special interest and service-focused clubs and activities.

RESULTSThe student population of just under one thousand, consistently ranks among the most competitive high schools at both the state and national levels. A rigorous curriculum, engaged and caring students, and an invested learning community fully prepare Avon High School graduates to be leaders in their future endeavors.

Avon High SchoolUS News Top High School, 2020Niche Top High School, 2020

www.avon.k12.ct.us CEEB Code: 070-008

A+ 97-100 4.33 5.00 5.33

A 93-96 4.00 4.67 5.00

A- 90-92 3.67 4.34 4.67

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B 83-86 3.00 3.67 4.00

B- 80-82 2.67 3.34 3.67

C+ 77-79 2.33 3.00 3.33

C 73-76 2.00 2.67 3.00

C- 70-72 1.67 2.34 2.67

D+ 67-69 1.34 2.00 2.34

D 63-66 1.00 1.67 2.00

D- 60-62 0.67 1.34 1.67

F 0-59 0.0 0.0 0.0

Grade Percent College Prep. Honors AP

The weighting difference between CP and H is .67 and .33 between H and AP.

Weighted GPA Point Value

4YrCollege

94%enrolled directly in an accredited college or university 2Yr

CollegePostGrad/other Employment

Post-Secondary Plans Class of 2020

80GPA Class of 2020

6 semesters

High 4.95 Median 3.64 Low 1.48

87-89 3.33 4.00 4.33

4 Year College 86%

2 Year College 8%

Employment 2%

PostGrad/Other 4%

Avon District Office 34 Simsbury Road Avon, Connecticut 06001

Avon High School510 West Avon Road Avon, Connecticut 06001

RIGORRESPECT

PERFORMANCE RECORDACT AHS

Students Tested 160English 27.2

Math 26.9

Reading 26.8

Science 26.4

STEM 27.1

SAT AHS CTNumber of Students Tested 228 37,745

Evidence Based Reading & Writing 594 518

Math 602 502

SAT 2019-2020 and ACT 2018-2019*

Advanced Placement May 2020

209CT National Merit Class of 2020

Selection Index Finalists 9

Avon High School remains among the highest scoring districts statewide on the SAT.

We were the 7th highest-scoring district for SAT comparative data in 2020.

While most Avon High School students are required to take the SAT exam, participation in the grown over the last 5 years.

*2019-2020 Information is not available for ACT due to COVID-19.

Avon High School students participated in a total of 627 tests, achieving scores of 4 or 5 on 65% of exams.

34%scored

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RESULTS

Composite 27.0

Course Level Descriptions: Students of Avon High School have the opportunity to pursue a subject as deeply as their individual imagination, initiative, and intellectual ability permits. Subjects are offered at the following levels of pace and challenge.

Most CompetitiveAvon High School offers several avenues for students to receive a College Experience (CE) while still in high school: Advanced Placement (AP), University of Connecticut Early College Experience (ECE), and Tunxis Community College.

Early College Experience (ECE): In partnership with the University of Connecticut (UConn), these courses follow the University syllabi, and require our faculty to serve as adjunct members, allowing students to earn both college and high school credits. Established in 1955, UConn ECE is the nation's longest-running accredited dual enrollment program.

Advanced Placement (AP): College level offerings follow a nationally approved course of study. These classes encourage dialogue and debate by providing learning opportunities, which require the highest level of rigor and self-motivation.

Tunxis Community College (CE): Students are exposed to college level content that has a breadth and depth beyond the honors level. The level of rigor is equivalent to the same course at Tunxis Community College.

Very CompetitiveHonors (H): Rigorous College Preparatory courses demanding strong writing skills, complex problem-solving across disciplines, and an ability to work independently.

CompetitiveCollege Preparatory (CP): Challenging curriculum requiring sound scholarship, excellent study skills, and higher-order thinking. These courses are designed to prepare students for their future college coursework.

OF NOTE:• Due to the impacts of COVID-19, a pass/fail option was made available for the spring 2020 semester.• Electives are included in the weighted GPA.• Students have the opportunity to contract for honors designation for all electives.• Honors, and College Experience courses have open enrollment.• All seniors are required to complete a Capstone project. Students create an inquiry-based project and presentation.

The Capstone course is not included in the student's GPA and is graded on a Pass/Fail basis.• Only courses taken at Avon High School or with an affiliate program are calculated in the weighted GPA.• Affiliated programs include The Greater Hartford Academy of the Arts (GHAA) and Virtual High School (VHS).• Students may also earn credit through community service, internship, independent study, and as a teaching assistant.

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