Counseling
High school
Application Dos
Letters of Recommendation
Resume'
Transcripts
Assessments (ACT/SAT, ASVAB)
Having influencial people like teachers, employers and community leaders that can speak to your strengths and accomplishments is an important asset to you whether you are applying for college, a scholarship or a job. Click the link below for tips on obtaining strong letters of recommendation.
A resume' is a listing of your activities and accomplishments that can be used to showcase your qualifications for admission to educational programs, scholarship competition and or employment. Your resume will change as you move ahead with your education and gain experience. Use the resume worksheet below to start building a resume that will work for you.
Your transcript is the official record of your high school career. It will list courses you have attempted, grades, credits earned and your cumulative grade point average (GPA).
To request an unofficial transcript in digital format while you are in high school, contact your school counselor. To request an unofficial paper copy or an official transcript that is signed, stamped and sealed, print and complete the form below and submit it to Rosa Velazquez at the Grand Canyon School office.
NOTE: When submitting your HS transcript for college applications, be sure to also submit your college transcript(s) if you have earned dual enrollment or co-enrollment college credits. You will need to request this directly from the college that awarded the credits. Also, AP test results need to be submitted if you received a score of 3 or above for college credit.
ASSESSMENTS (ACT/SAT, ASVAB)
The ACT and ACT Aspire tests are administered to Grades 11 and 9 respectively through the Arizona Department of Education state assessment program. Students take these assessments at Grand Canyon School free of charge. The PSAT/NMSQT and ASVAB tests are also administered to students at Grand Canyon School. Click the links below for general information regarding these assessments.
High School Code: 030-160 (for ACT and SAT)
ACT/SAT fee waivers may be available. See your counselor for details.
PSAT/NMSQT - The Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT) and PSAT 10 measure what students learn in school, determine if students are on track for college success, and open doors for opportunities to prepare and pay for college. To read more about the PSAT/NMSQT, click here.
ASVAB
The Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) measures strengths and potential for future success. You don't "pass" or "fail". The results represent how well you have developed your skills in addition to your potential for training. Access the following link for more details: https://www.officialasvab.com/
Once you have taken the ASVAB and have received your ASVAB summary results, you can learn more about your scores by viewing the tutorial video and creating an account that will allow you to view your scores and utilize other helpful features at the link below. If you are considering enlisting in the military, it is best to discuss your results with a military recruiter.
Community Service
Grand Canyon School requires high school students to complete 40 hours of documented community service. To meet this requirement upon graduation, students are encouraged to complete 10 community service hours each year of high school. After September 1, 2021, hours must be submitted for approval at the link below. Note: As a verification safeguard, submissions must be made by GCS students or staff.
Select your service activity.
Carry out your service activity.
Document your service activity.
Apply for approval of your hours.
Review your record of service each semester.
Graduation Requirements
These are the minimum requirements for high school graduation.
4 English
4 Math
3 Science
3 Social Studies
1 Fine Arts or CTE
11 Electives
Additional Requirements:
40 Hours Community Service
Passing Score on Civics Exam
CPR Training
ARIZONA BOARD OF REGENTS (ABOR) Program of Study Requirements
These high school courses are required for admission to Arizona public universities:
4 English (I-IV)
4 Math (Algebra 1, Geometry, Algebra 2, Advanced Math)
3 Lab Sciences
2 Social Studies (+1)
1 Fine Arts or CTE
2 Second Language (Same language)
Additional Requirements:
One of the following:
top 25% in high school graduating class
3.00 GPA in competency courses (4.00 = "A")
ACT: 22 (24 nonresidents)
SAT: 1120 (1180 nonresidents)
Course Credit
CORE SUBJECTS
-English
-Math
-Science
-Social Studies
ELECTIVES
-Health/PE
-Fine Arts
-Career and Technology Education (CTE)
-Publications
-Independent Study
-Student Aide Job Description/Application
-Other
DISTANCE LEARNING
-Navajo Language
-PLP Online Courses
COLLEGE CREDIT OPPORTUNITIES
-Dual Enrollment (Pre-Calc and Culinary Arts)
-Co-Enrollment
-AP Exams
Scholarships
The Jefferson Scholars Foundation
The Jefferson Scholars Foundation is pleased to share two scholarship opportunities for rising seniors from Coconino County.
- Scholarship Info: Jefferson and Walentas Scholarships are merit-based scholarships awarded to high school seniors
- Walentas nominees must be first-generation, college-bound students
- Value: Recipients receive the entire cost of attendance at UVA—a value of nearly $230,000 for Virginians and $405,000 for non-Virginians.
- Deadline: All nomination materials must be submitted by December 1st.
- Nominee Profile: High-achieving students who demonstrate excellence in the areas of leadership, scholarship, and engaged citizenship.
We know your district has many exceptional students, and we ask for your assistance sharing these opportunities with the appropriate nominators for high schools in Coconino County. The nomination portal is now open, and all completed nominations are due by December 1. If you or your staff have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us.
Thank you for all you do to support students in your community!
Sincerely,
Jefferson Scholars Foundation
Arizona Boys State 2027
Quick summary: Complete this form to confirm your school’s participation in Arizona Boys State 2027 and update your contact information. Schools must complete the form every year. Participating schools don’t need to do anything else right now – you will receive further information in mid-November.
Greetings from Arizona Boys State! Next summer may seem far away, but it’s already time to start thinking about Arizona Boys State 2027. We are asking schools to confirm their participation by completing this form. This will ensure that your school receives important information about Boys State when recruiting begins in mid-November.
Need a refresher about Boys State? Click here to read about us on our website – and don’t miss the 2025 video!
Recap of Arizona Boys State 2026. The 2026 program was the 78th session of Arizona Boys State and the second-ever session held in Tucson. 228 students representing more than 100 high schools from across the state joined us at the University of Arizona campus for the week-long program – a more than 50% increase in attendance compared to last year! Attendance wasn’t the only milestone: For the first time, we were honored to host a real-life naturalization ceremony where 50 new U.S. citizens took the oath of citizenship right at Arizona Boys State! Feedback from the 2026 program was overwhelmingly positive:
- From a parent: “Our son had an amazing experience... He got out of the car on Sunday nervous about his choice of spending a week [at Boys State]… He came home with so many stories of how interesting [state and local government] really is, and how much he learned in one short week. Your staff members and counselors should be very proud of the program that you offer.”
- From a student: “My most memorable experience at Boys State was the naturalization ceremony. [It gave me] perspective on the difficulties of coming to the United States and how fortunate I am to have been born in this country.”
- A student’s top three highlights: “(1) My counselors, (2) a better understanding of how law works and how government runs, (3) making so many new friends.”
Help spread the word. Help us expand our reach by forwarding this email to your contacts at other high schools! The best people to receive Boys State information are typically 11th grade counselors, U.S. history/government teachers, JROTC instructors, and principals/assistant principals.
Cody Gaffney Deputy Program Director / Recruiting Director Arizona Boys State – A Week that Shapes a Lifetime boysstaterecruiting@azlegion.
Native American Education Committee scholarship
If you are interested in submitting an application to the Native American Education Committee scholarship, "students are required to help in fundraisers like taco sales, bake sales and Halloween cake walk (making cakes). We ask that you do at least 4 in your 4 years of high school. "
Please let me know if you have any questions or concerns. Thank you, Marcia