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Hey guys! My name is Amber Dundee, I am a senior. I am involved in NHS and key club. I’ve been in your guy’s shoes and understand that there will be some challenges, but I believe that you will be able to get through it! And Congratulations on getting accepted into SOAR high school! 🎉🎉 I hope that I can be helpful to those I become a mentor to, and that I’ll be able to get you ready for the rest of your high school/college years. I look forward to getting to know you and see you! Here is my email for contact: 123123@students.avhsd.ord

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I am Angelina Mora a senior at SOAR. Currently I am vice president of Mental Health Awareness club and historian of fashion club. I couldn’t be happier to be an ambassador for class of 2026. I hope you guys are as excited for this adventure as I am. You guys are gong to have a difficult/interesting next four years but I can guarantee it will be worth it and you will have fun. I hope you guys are meeting new people and having a good start to the year. Good luck, see you soon!!

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First off Congrats🎉. I know high school can be overwhelming at time but I hope you are all excited to be at Soar this upcoming school year it is definitely going to be a interesting four years. Of course I hope it will also be a wonderful experience. Anyways I’m Deborah I’m an incoming junior. I enjoy reading and I’m a major film enthusiast. I am in CSF, Music Club and few other clubs. That’s enough about me. I am beyond excited to welcome you this coming fall and I can’t wait to meet you all. Feel free to email me about any concerns. This is a rigorous and challenging program but I know you can succeed if you advocate for you needs and prioritize your well-being. Having a great gpa will only amount to so much but be mindful of the body that allows you to work so enduringly. With that I hope you enjoy your summer.☀️

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Hello Class of 2026, congratulations for making it into SOAR. You are now going to start your college journey which will be a little confusing at first during your freshman year but we Ambassadors are here to help you through this journey. We know how confusing it was at first too but we had our own Ambassadors to help us.
To introduce myself, I am Pearl Tawadros, an incoming senior. I am currently in MENA, BSU, HLHC, CSF, and ASB. I am the school's treasurer and take care of our finances. I hope to be in the medical field in the future although I don't know what exactly. If you have any questions about any topic, I am here to help and you can always reach out to me. Here is my email for contact: 988682@students.avhsd.org
I'll see you guys in person soon! Good Luck!!!

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Hey Class of 2026, welcome to SOAR! My name is Raymundo Ortega and I'm an incoming senior.

I am not in any clubs but I'll usually be around campus. Outside of school, I don't do much either. I've hiked once so I could pretty much turn pro and I box so I might go pro at that too🙄.

And to you guys the class of 2026, I would like to say congratulations! 2026 seems like such a long time away but I promise you it will be here in a blur. I would recommend trying to apply for scholarships as soon as you can because later you realize what you have missed out on.

If you have any questions ask, even if it seems lame if you have a question then ask it nothing bad will come out of it.

email- 168954@students.avhsd.org

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Hello, Class of 2026!! Congrats and Welcome to SOAR. My name is Alejandro Castro and I'm an upcoming senior this year.
I am involved in various clubs like Sports Club, Game Club, and Key Club. I enjoy playing Video Games, watching TV shows and movies, and reading. Also, I'm an avid Marvel fan.

SOAR can seem difficult at first, but once you get the hang of it, you will be used to the High School/College lifestyle. I recommend being in various clubs which can prove useful later when applying to colleges.

As a mentor, I will provide any help wanted/needed from any of you guys.
If you need help with anything about the school or clarification, feel free to email me.
Email- 170361@students.avhsd.org

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Hello class of 2026 and welcome to the SOAR family! I want to congratulate you all for making it this far, you should all be proud of what you have accomplished. I look forward to meeting you all in person and being a mentor to you all as you begin your new journey as high school and college students.

My name is Alexander Zepeda and I am currently a rising senior here at SOAR. The only club that I am in is CSF (California Scholarship Federation) and use most of my spare time to explore my passions outside of school. I am extremely passionate about neuroscience and animal genetics and have done extensive research in each of these fields thus far. In fact, I will be expanding my knowledge of neuroscience this summer at Duke University. Following graduation, I plan to pursue a major in neuroscience and will use this degree to go to medical school and eventually become a neurosurgeon.

If I could give you guys one piece of advice coming into SOAR, it would be to explore your passions and do things that you love outside of academics. School can be stressful at times, especially at SOAR, but there are plenty of things that you can do to make your time in high school an enjoyable one. SOAR has a variety of great clubs to join, which I highly recommend joining if they interest you. Some of the other things that I enjoy doing on my spare time include tennis, hiking, traveling, coaching youth soccer, playing the cello, and spending time with my animals.

Once again, welcome to SOAR! I am excited to meet everyone in person and if you have any questions, need help with anything, or simply just want to say hello, please feel free to reach out!

166515@students.avhsd.org

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Good morning Slimes My name is Carlos and I am a senior at SOAR. I am a part of Key Club, NHS, Sports club, Game Club, Christian Club, and Mena Club. I am super excited to teach you guys about the culture of soar and what to do to stay on top of everthing. Personally I love, working out, sports, cars, video games, and all the other basic guys stuff. The first year at SOAR can be very difficult for most so make sure you ask for help from an Ambassador(me obviously). Don't be shy you can contact me at any time via my email: 123610@students.avhsd.org

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Hi Class of '26 ! Congrats and welcome to SOAR. I'm Adrianne Mercado and am a rising senior. I'd like to say I can't wait for this upcoming school year and am excited to meet all of you!
Going into this next school year I am ASB Board Parliamentarian, Hispanic/Latinx Heritage Club (HLHC) President, Middle Eastern North African Club (MENA) Social Media Director, a Black Student Union (BSU) member, and a CSF member. There is an incredible amount of clubs at SOAR and highly recommend joining some of them (especially HLHC, MENA, & BSU :D). You never know who you might meet or what you find to enjoy! In case you don't know anything to look forward let me add that homecoming, pep rally, and carnival are a few of our biggest events during the year; all grades are welcome, and they provide spaces you can be yourself & have fun!
If you have any questions about your classes or anything, I'm always happy to lend an ear. I'd like to think I'm knowledgeable of SOAR and life outside of school :) Outside of school, I enjoy relaxing, spending time with my dogs, and hanging out with my friends. I will leave this with a piece of advice, I highly recommend getting into a routine during the first few weeks of school. Obstacles may come your way but I'm sure you'll overcome them, and again feel free to reach out if anything!
My email: 122854
Instagram: gardenofad

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Hello Class of '26! First off, I want to give you all a big congratulations on becoming a part of the SOAR community. My name is Alejandra Fuentes, I am an incoming Junior. A little about me
- I am a HUGEEE Bad Bunny fan <3 (my friends can all back me up on this) I'm sure it's an annoying obsession to them, I only really listen to Spanish music, and I have many other favorite artists but the list would be took long. Oh! I will say that a favorite artist of mine that isn't part of the Spanish music industry is Russ. <3
-I am also a HUGE Soccer Fan, my favorite team is Real Madrid
-I have a couple hobbies such as playing soccer, baking, playing the piano, and walking my dog (ROCKY <3).
Clubs I'm currently involved in are CSF, NHS, Senate, and hopefully I'll join a couple more clubs this year.
Okay enough about me, as your mentor I can help guide you through your daily life and challenges at SOAR. Being at SOAR can be intimidating at first but I promise the SOAR community is amazing. I'm not going to lie, it can be overwhelming sometimes but that is why it is important to ask questions, stay dedicated, and make friends (you will meet some of the best people here and might even become some of your closest friends), and most importantly take care of your mental health.

I can't wait to meet you all and I am always open to being of help! Feel free to reach out if you have any questions about anything at all or just need to talk. You can reach me at:
School Email: 201249@students.avhsd.org
Insta: fuentes_alejandraaa

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Hello class of 2026!! First of all, congratulations on getting into SOAR!!! During my time in SOAR I met a lot of amazing and caring people who always have your back. I hope you get to have the experience too!

My name is Aaliyah Leyton, but you can call me Ali. I am an incoming junior and I'm currently a part of CSF. I plan on joining more clubs as the new school year comes because I've realized it allows you to grow closer with others. Activities I like to do outside of school include volunteering, playing games with friends, and digital art. I also enjoy baking and cooking with my nieces and nephews. Some of my future plans include becoming an orthodontist and opening my own clinics in both North and South America.

SOAR at first can seem really overwhelming but as time goes on you'll start to see that it gets easier. Especially when you get help from the people around you. Don't be afraid to ask for assistance because everyone is willing to help. I hope you enjoy your time at SOAR and I can't wait to meet all of you!! You're going to do great! :D

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Hey Class of 2026 and welcome to the SOAR community! My name is Yahany Francisco, my pronouns are she/her and I am a rising senior. This is my second year as an ambassador and cannot wait to meet you all!

I plan on pursuing a major in mechanical engineering and maybe becoming a test pilot. I’m very passionate about girls in STEM, and the development of our community as a whole. A little bit about me at SOAR is this will be my third year serving as Class of 2023 President, as well as being President for SWENext, and I will also be next year's Co-captain for our Robotics Team. As well as a member in other clubs. If you have any questions about these clubs, let me know!

Outside of school, I love to be outdoors and go on hikes. As well as weight lift, and ironically love to bake different treats.
Being at SOAR takes lots of persistence and dedication, but with the right mindset and right mental health care you'll all do amazing things!

I cannot wait to meet you all in person, if you have any questions always feel free to reach out to me, and if you ever need a tutor for any subjects, or if you just want to say Hi! :) 169158@students.avhsd.org

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Hello everyone, my name is Janelle Iraheta and I am an upcoming Junior at SOAR.  I just wanted to congratulate you guys on making it to SOAR and starting your high school and college journey.  Your first year here may be a bit confusing because of the shift from middle school to high school, but we Ambassadors will be here to help guide you guys along the way.  Our role is to help you guys have a successful start to high school and be able to share those experiences with future students.

~ A Little more about me ~

A few things about me are that I enjoy painting, cooking, playing video games, napping, and listening to music.  I am currently in clubs like NHS, CSF, Key Club, Environmental Club, and of course Ambassadors.  Also during my free time, I volunteer at the Antelope Valley Medical Center.  If I were to describe myself as a person I am very easygoing and understanding.

If you have any questions regarding school, social life, building your transcript, or you just need a friend feel free to contact me at any time.  I am always open to meeting and making new friends.

~ My Info ~

School Email: 122841@students.avhsd.org
Personal Email: janelleiraheta@gmail.com

I wish you all the best and hope to see you guys soon :)

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You all should be proud of yourselves for all that you have accomplished and for getting accepted into Soar High School! Now begins the fun part of managing your life with academics both college and high school, as well clubs, making friends, and overall maturing for the next four years here at Soar. But that's why we Ambassadors are here to help you get comfortable during your Freshman year.

This is my third and last year being a Soar Ambassador and a Mentor to incoming freshman but I'm excited to work with you all. I am a Senior here at Soar! As of this next school year I will be a part of the STEM Research Program, Girls Build, and SWENext, all clubs and classes that are fairly new to me but definitely ready to join. I have been a part of Journalism (which I highly recommend joining) as well as Mock Trail which was a really fun experience during my freshman year.

Some of my favorite things to do is listen to all sorts of music, play with my dog and cat, as well as play video games like Valorant and Minecraft (even though I'm not the best at it), and watch YouTube documentary series on anything and everything.

Finally if any of you ever needs help with anything or even just want someone to talk to I'm always here to help, even if I end up not being your Mentor!

My school email is: 988673@students.avhsd.org

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first off i would like to congratulate every one of you on getting accepted to soar! my name is stephanie retiz and here’s some quick things about me…

- i am an incoming junior here at soar
- my favorite music artists are tyler the creator and childish gambino
- i am EXTREMELY interested in crime investigations and love documentaries
- i can play the drums
- i am in nhs, csf, and key club (hoping to join more clubs in the future)

while you may have heard rumors of soar being stressful or difficult, do not think this way! soar is a very welcoming and helpful community, with amazing counselors and super kind students. dont ever be scared to ask questions or look for help when needed. as a freshman you may feel a bit nervous about having to do high school and college at the same time. remember, doing your work is important but pacing yourself and taking breaks is always necessary. 🫰

with that i once again congratulate you all on becoming an official student of soar high school, and i am every excited to meet you all ! :)
if you would like to reach out to me about anything (school, music, crime related or just looking to talk)…
email - 187273@students.avhsd.org
insta - @vvstephania

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First off, congratulations on getting into SOAR!!! My name is Sydni Perry and my pronouns are she/her. I am an incoming senior (class of 2023) and I am very excited to be an ambassador and help you all navigate through your first year of high school. A little bit about me is that I enjoy listening to music, reading, and hanging out with my friends. I know that coming to Soar can be intimidating and scary, but remember to take things one at a time and don’t forget to prioritize yourself and your mental health.

When I was a freshman, I remember being afraid for how the school year would go, and my mentor answered any questions I had and was really helpful in making me feel comfortable at soar. I hope to be able to do the same for you guys during my last year here. I highly recommend joining clubs that interest you because I wish I was more involved in clubs during my freshman year. It gives you a chance to meet people that are interested in the same things as you and you can make new friends. This year I plan on joining BSU, Dance Club, Key club and CSF, so if you plan on joining any of these clubs I hope to see you there!

The biggest piece of advice I can give you is to not be afraid to ask for help and don’t compare yourself to anyone. Everyone at Soar is here to help and uplift you, not only as a student but also as a teenager navigating this crazy world. I can’t wait to meet you guys and I wish you good luck this year. You’ll do great!! :) If you have any questions or just want someone to talk to, my email is: 988672@students.avhsd.org
insta: @sydni.655

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Hii everyone! Welcome to SOAR! I’m Michelle and I’ll be a senior this new school year. A little about me, I’m apart of the girlsbuild team here at school, I have two rabbits, and for fun I like to collect crystals 🤭. Im also super into drawing and art as well as listening to music! Some of my favorite shows/animes I watch are AOT, deathnote, & girl from nowhere.Starting high school may seem really scary but  I promise you it’s not as bad as it seems. If you ever need any advice or support don’t be afraid to reach out! If we got sumn in common or if you just want to say hi I’m totally open and excited to meeting you all 🤫
(P.S if u wanna join our club or need some honest advice lmk @988660@students.avhsd.org)

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Good job, and congrats for all the hard work you've put getting into SOAR and accomplished in general. I hope to get to know and support all of you, and if the program is not for you, I hope you find something that works for you. My name is Cicily Chavez, and I am part of the class of 2023, a soon to be senior. I have not been active much in any clubs as I was focusing on community service, but for senior year I plan on joining more clubs. To know a little about me: I love most animals and different creatures; I have a cat named Tofu(He is very cute). I love swimming, drawing, anime, kpop, and all types of music as long as it's my style, spending time with friends and family, and just having a good time. I love people who can make me laugh and are just someone cool to hang out with. I am very excited to be a mentor. Even if you are not my mentee, feel free to talk to me or ask anything. I am excited to see you all soon. Some quick advice I would give you is to take your own time to get used to things, try new things, and not be afraid to meet new people.

My email: 123219@students.avhsd.org

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Welcome to SOAR guys! I am Helen Alvizures, an incoming senior, and I am so excited to meet and see you all soon. I am not involved in many activities in SOAR but I am in CSF and obviously an ambassador, as well, sometimes you can see me in Girls Build meetings but not very often (I recommend you join its a very cool club), but I do plan on becoming more involved. I am also really interested in the medical field, I would like to become a radiologist or anesthesiologist but I've got some time to choose. Hence, I will be in the CTE program this upcoming year and look forward to becoming involved in more STEM-related courses and activities. So if any of you are interested in the medical field and have questions as to what resources are available, you can always come to talk to me. Aside from school-related activities, I really like kpop and kdramas as well as manhwas. I also hope to learn more languages as I am passionate about learning about other cultures and appreciating diversity :].

I know that you all are excited but in the same way, I know that there is probably much stress or anxiety alongside it and I want to remind you all to take a deep breath and know that you guys got this. SOAR can be hard, and maybe this is not and may not be the case for everyone, but, it's really important to always feel prepared and be ready to give your all. Also, please don't procrastinate ;_;!!

If you have any questions, if you would like to talk about your career goals or absolutely anything on your mind, feel free to come talk to me or email me at:
166731@students.avhsd.org

Enjoy your summer :)

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Hello Class of 2026! How you doing! Congratulations on making it to SOAR. It's a very competitive school so give yourselves a pat on the back, truly. You guys will love it here. So as to not be strangers here's a little bit about myself. I'm Samantha, my pronouns are she/her and I am an incoming Junior. This is my first year as an ambassador so don't be afraid to give constructive criticism! Some of my hobbies include video games, painting, and watching anime. My favorite sport is volleyball and the only sport I've ever played and liked. I am in music club, 2024 senate, and CSF. Something I really recommend doing this year is joining clubs because not only will it look good on your college resumes but you will also gain you lots of friends and some knowledge about the school early on. If you need some help during your freshmen year feel free to contact me at 122816@students.avhsd.org I'll be sure to help you any way I can! Anyways have a great first year and I look forward to meeting you all.

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Hello Everyone, my name is Kaitlyn Victoria Morales; I am an incoming Junior and part of the class of 2024.

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First off, I would like to congratulate you on getting into SOAR High School!!!

That is an amazing accomplishment, and I am so proud of you all!⭐

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I am so excited to be SOAR Ambassador this year and meet my future mentees to help with anything you may need for your High School and College classes.

I can't wait to meet everyone in person this school year. 😊

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A little bit about myself :

I love to help and learn from others to improve and take in new knowledge.

Some of the extracurriculars I am part of/was a part of the last school year are our School Site Council, Senate 2024, Mock Trial, Key Club, Robotics(this year), Earth Club, Christian Club, Speech Club, Girl Scouts, and I am also part of a swim team club, and now a Soar Ambassador for the second time(which I am really excited about) :))

I speak Spanish as well as English

During my free time, I like sports, riding my bike, reading, listening to music, dancing, volunteering in my community, and I love to travel.

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Although we will meet each other soon, I would like to provide a few words of advice starting summer school, and that is to enjoy every second of your high school experience. The time goes by fast, saying that it feels like I was in summer school health just yesterday and now I’m going into junior year. Also, know that every moment will allow you to grow as a student and as a person.🌼

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Then, moving into the school year, I highly recommend getting involved in school clubs because they will help you increase your circle of friends and simply meet new people because you’ll soon find out that SOAR is such a welcoming place and positive environment to be in.

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Remember, as an ambassador, I will be here to help you not only through your freshman year but throughout your journey at SOAR High School. 🌷

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Welcome to SOAR High School Class of 2026!🚀

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Congratulations, Class of 2026! My name is Abigail Diaz, and I will be a Junior at SOAR High School. I am in Key Club, Mena Club, Christian Club, and Earth Club. I like to hang out with my friends and family during my free time. Also, I enjoy watching shows and movies. Have a wonderful summer! I look forward to meeting all of you.

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Heyyyy 2026 :) Congrats on getting into SOAR! I personally love it here and have met so many amazing people over the past couple of years. There are so many opportunities for you to take advantage of and is definitely an amazing school to be a part of.

I am an incoming junior and am currently a part of CSF, Key Club, 2024 Senate, and Yearbook.

Outside of school, I like getting to play different sports, especially soccer, volleyball, and dance. I also love listening to music, like I'm on Spotify all day, and won't leave the house without my AirPods. My favorite artists are Arctic Monkeys, Brent Faiyaz, Kendrick Lamar, Mac DeMarco, and Tyler, the Creator.

SOAR can definitely seem challenging but there are so many people who are willing to help you with anything you need. I'm so excited to get to meet u all this summer and if you ever need anything, you can fs reach out to me :))

insta: @ctrl.hannah
email: 175935@students.avhsd.org

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Hello Class of 2026! Huge congratulations on making it into SOAR, It’s just the beginning and I can’t wait to meet many of you! I’m Matthew Guerrero an incoming sophomore. Before I continue, I’d like to advise you a little bit more about the insist of SOAR.

Soar is a great place where you will grow and find yourself throughout these 4 years. You’ll meet people that will come and go but will always be family. At a certain time when you notice you are slowly getting closer to your teachers and administrators just know to keep all these great connections that you can eventually use in the future! At last enjoy your 4 years here at SOAR. With a blink of an eye your freshman year is over. Anyway I am a chill person and I am down for anything. I am also in sports club and I am their rep so I highly recommend you join sports club as well as many other clubs. I like to watch anime in my spare time and my top three are Naruto, A.O.T, and One Piece. I have three dogs, a bullmastiff, an English mastiff, and a Yorkshire terrier that is 16 years old.  And I hope you get to overlook any hardships you may come across and enjoy your freshman year as I did.

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Hello class of 2026 my name is Julissa Rincon I am an incoming junior. I would like to personally congratulate you on getting into S.O.A.R . I know you will make a lot of great new memories and meet a lot of great people here at S.O.A.R. Some clubs I am currently apart of are, class of 2024’s historian, yearbook’s officer team, and also CSF. Some things I like to do in my free time are read, watch movies, and hangout with friends. Some pieces of advice I’d like to share are, make sure you get out there, take care of your mental health, don’t be afraid to be yourself and have fun. Also make sure to stay on top of your stuff and don’t stretch yourself too thin. If you ever need anything my email is 187256@students.avhsd.org feel free to reach out anytime. Once again congratulations I am so excited you are a part of S.O.A.R’s incoming freshman and I can’t wait to meet all of you.

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How’s it going Class of 2026? Before I introduce myself, I just wanted to say congratulations on becoming a SOAR student! I know that the change from middle school to high school may seem like too much, especially when you’re a college student at the same time, but everything will be worth it in the end! SOAR is one of, if not the most, non-violent schools in the district and most of the students don’t go out of their way to distract anyone from learning or teaching. You’ve more than likely seen or heard this a lot from other ambassadors, but the community at SOAR is honestly pretty awesome. Plus, that AA will be helpful in the future!

Anyways, my name is Alana Rodriguez and I’m an incoming junior so I’ve had my fair share of experiences at SOAR. At the beginning of my sophomore year, I didn’t join any clubs which didn’t bother me at all until I decided that I wanted to step out of my comfort zone and do more with my life. However, towards the end of the school year, I managed to join CSF, Music Club and even got into Yearbook for my junior year. Though it isn’t much, it is more than none and I enjoy these clubs a lot!

Hope you all have a great day and an even better freshman year!

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Welcome incoming freshman to SOAR High school! My name is Isaac Mitchell and I am in the class of 2023, an incoming senior. I am so excited to be in the mentor program, as last year I decided not to because of the difficult conditions of quarantine. Despite this, I am so excited to finally be a part of this program. A little bit about me is that I enjoy listening to music, hanging out with my friends, and playing/watching soccer. I am currently involved in clubs such as National Honors society, Game club, sports club, and CSF, and volunteer in AYSO, a youth soccer program as a referee and assistant coach. I would really recommend joining clubs that you are interested in, as it is a great way to connect to other students and is really a fun way to do so.
Although this is my first year in this program, I understand what the mentor/mentee program means and the effect it has on the incoming freshman. My mentor helped me in a massive way and I’m not sure I would be where I am in soar if it wasn’t for her, so I am so excited to be a mentor and have that opportunity to make sure that the incoming class is comfortable and prepared for the challenging four years ahead. It was so helpful for me to have someone who had already been through many of the challenges of SOAR and duel enrollment helping me navigate my first year here, and that is what I plan to do in this program for our new students. It will definitely be a new experience coming here to SOAR, but it will be well worth it overall. It will be much more challenging than a normal high school would be, but as long as you stay focused and remember to prioritize yourself and your well-being first you will do great!! The community here is much different from other schools which is something I really love, and if you ever need help or assistance I know that myself and any one of my fellow ambassadors would be happy to help in any way that we can. If you ever need help navigating soar, questions about AVC, or even just want to talk about the latest soccer games, please feel free to email me at 988663@students.avhsd.org or just say hi to me if you see me when we come back to school or even during summer bridge. I would love to hear any questions and try to help in any way I can. I can’t wait to meet all of you and help you prepare for what comes next!!! Have a great summer and good luck!!

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Welcome to SOAR Freshman !!!! 🎉 I am Destiny Gomez but I go by Dez. I am an incoming sophomore (class of 2025)!!!! I am Vice President of mock trial and I participate in the clubs key club and Hispanic heritage club. I am also a Gemini ♊️. I can’t wait to meet you !!! Once again congratulations 🎉🎊🎈 and thank you for choosing soar !!

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Hii Class of 2026! Congratulations!! I would like to be one of the first to formally congratulate you on joining the SOAR family and program! I remember being very excited and nervous about joining SOAR as an incoming freshman. SOAR can seem very intimidating when you first join but it is a very welcoming environment and you will get the hang of it. My name is Monica Baselious and I am an incoming junior.  I am currently in Christian Club, Key Club, NHS, CSF, Mena club, and earth club. I am Egyptian and can fluently speak Arabic :) During my free time, I love watching shows on Netflix or Hulu and hanging out with my friends and family. In the future, I hope to pursue a career in the medical field hopefully becoming a cardiothoracic surgeon. Some advice I would give to all people joining the SOAR family is to become involved in different clubs, meet new people, and stay on top of your work. Feel free to contact me if you need any help at all! I am very excited to see and meet all of you in person very soon!! Have a wonderful summer :)

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Hi, class of 2026!! congrats on getting into SOAR you guys are so cool!!!! to start this off my name is Valerie Padilla and I’m an incoming junior (class of 2024!) I’m involved in extracurriculars like CSF, earth club, fashion club, and journalism :) I also regularly volunteer with a non-profit program outside of school! I am the least athletic person you’ll ever meet but I do love to read, bake, and study marine life regularly, (I’m the happiest at an aquarium!)

You’ll learn more about clubs and other activities as the year goes on so don’t be afraid to get involved! I avoided anything extra in my freshman year and sometimes I wish I had signed up for something rather than letting the time pass by. I really do recommend chasing your interests and joining a club! I promise the environment present here at SOAR is nothing but

supportive and helpful :)

I know that at first, it can be quite confusing and stressful so don’t forget to prioritize yourself and your well-being. Take breaks when you feel overwhelmed and know your limits. Manage your time wisely and above all ask questions! it’s always okay to be curious and open-minded :D

I really look forward to meeting you guys!! Congrats again class of 2026, I hope I can help you make this the best school year as an ambassador!

Here's some of my info, say hello!!

email: 178744@students.avhsd.org

insta: @vaalrie

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i’m natania asapokhai and my pronouns are she/her. i’m so excited to meet you all and hope i can help you make the most of your first year at SOAR! i am an incoming senior, i’ve been at SOAR for the last three years of high school, and i went to SOAR Prep for middle school. i am apart of National Honors Society (NHS), Middle Eastern/North African club (MENA), and have recently been re-elected as president of Black Student Union. i encourage you all to attend club meetings and join clubs that interest you as they are a great way to make friends and enrich your high school experience!

outside of school i dance, play the drums, bake, and and take part in community service. i have been dancing for 13 years and am a member of the Antelope Valley Ballet. i was Teen Miss Lancaster 2021 which meant i participated in and led community service projects throughout Lancaster and the Antelope Valley for a year. i love volunteer work and taking part in initiatives to better our community!

again, i am so excited to meet you all and i look forward to this school year. i remember my freshman year at soar feeling incredibly difficult, so if you ever feel that way and are seeking advice or if just want to talk you can always reach out to me:)
email: 988622@students.avhsd.org
instagram: @na.taniaa

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Hello incoming freshman and welcome SOAR. Congratulations on finally making it past the long application process.

My name is Linyu Chen and I am in the Class of 2023 (Incoming senior). I enjoy listening to music, playing piano, and playing video games during my free time. I am also currently Game Club's secretary, a Captain for our Esports team, and a member of Sports club. This is my first year as an ambassador.

Starting soar may seem stressful at first but take things slowly and focus on keeping things organized. I believe that staying organized and staying on task is the most important characteristic you have to have in order to succeed at soar. It may seem difficult at first, but it will get a lot easier as time passes. I also highly recommend joining clubs that you enjoy. This will help you enjoy your time soar.

Again, I want to congratulate you all on making it into soar, and hope you will enjoy what soar has to offer. I wish you all good luck.

If you have any questions or are interested in joining Game Club or Esports email me at 168956@students.avhsd.org. :)

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Hey everyone!! My name is Crystal Mobaraka and I am going to be a Junior next year at SOAR. Some extracurriculars I am involved in are Key Club, Earth Club, ICC, Leadership, Journalism, MCC, NHS, CSF, and my second year being an ambassador :) I cannot wait for all of you to experience how great SOAR is and for you to really make your mark! Nevertheless, I am so excited to meet and welcome you guys, and meet my future mentees, let’s make next year one to remember 🤍

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Hey hey! Welcome Class of 2026! My name is Hannah Duffee and I am a rising senior! Congratulations on getting into *SOAR*!!

Just a little bit about me, I have been an Ambassador since Sophomore year and I am so excited to be a mentor again! I am currently Class of 2023 Secretary and have been involved in Leadership for the past year now. I am also super excited to be a part of Journalism's Editorial Team for the 2022-2023 school year. Furthermore, I am a member of CSF, NHS, and Fashion Club.

I love to read, write, sing, act, and take piano lessons outside of school. I also have a passion for musical theater and anything Disney! In the future, I plan on majoring in Creative Writing, Performing Arts, or Education to hopefully become an Author and Teacher.

My favorite pastimes, though, always include playing with my three dogs (Elsa, Penelope, and Lady) or hanging out with my sisters! This summer I am in Palmdale Repertory Theater's production of Legally Blonde the Musical the weekend of July 29-31 at the Eastside Performing Arts Center (sorry I just had to plug that in somewhere ;) the show's going to be amazing!!!)

Lastly, I just wanted to say that I am super proud of all of you for making it through these last couple of years and for making it into SOAR. It's probably super overwhelming right now and may seem scary, but all of these people on the Padlet and so many others on campus will be there for you. Don't be afraid to venture out, try new things, and explore your passions. I got so caught up in school and my own anxiety Freshman year that I never broke out of my shell. Thankfully, I was able to meet and get even closer to some amazing people this year who helped me love school again.

I can't wait to meet you all! Here's my email if you ever want to talk :)
169998@students.avhsd.org

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Congratulations and welcome to the SOAR community! I can't wait to go back to school and meet you all!  My name is Melanie Sukkar and I’m a part of the Class of 2023 (an incoming senior). In the future, I plan on studying the field of psychology. Some things I love to do include painting, baking, and traveling. During my junior year, I was a part of Key Club, Class of 23 Senate, Christian Club, National Honors Society, Middle Easterns/North Africans Club, and SOAR ambassadors. However, during my freshman year, I was not invested in many clubs, and I highly regret it. I would highly recommend joining clubs, even if it's just one or two. Classes and school itself may seem somewhat tedious sometimes, and joining clubs gives you something to look forward to! Having extracurricular activities during school also allows you to be more involved and become closer with your teachers and classmates! Now, freshman year won't entirely be easy, however if you give it your all and take things step by step, you can do it!  Overall, I can't wait to meet you all and I wish you all good luck throughout your freshman year at SOAR. If you have any questions or just want to talk, here's my email: 174602@students.avhsd.org ツ

can't wait to meet you guys ♡

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Hi guys what's up , my name is Anika-Finja Reed, I am am junior and some of the things I am intrested in are reading, painting, boxing, playing the piano and horse backriding. I am very excited to be able to be your guys mentor next and to help you guys out in anyway possible.

At soar I personally am not in many clubs but the clubs I am in are book club, dance club, Senate and NHS.

For coming into soar just be chill, some things I can tell you right now is to not unload too much on yourself it is better for you to be able to enjoy your first year of high school then stress yourself out. But of course if you think you are ready for a challenge put yourself out there, just do what feels right and only do things you really want to do.

I am really excited to meet you all and hang out with you.!!

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hi freshmen and incoming sophomores! I'm Victoria Ogunmakinwa, aka class of 2024 fundraising coordinator, aka Black Student Union treasurer, aka Christian club parliamentarian! I'm also a part of the national honors society.

I'm a soar prep alumnus. I'm an incoming junior. This is my second year as an ambassador (10/10 I recommend joining) and I'm looking forward to having an even better year as an ambassador next year! I'm a Sagittarius, I like listening to music, math (sometimes),  learning new things, video games, taking pictures, and meeting new people.

Personally, I think starting school at soar was pretty hard with high school classes, avc classes, and extracurricular activities to deal with. But I know you will ease into it. You also have a nice community here at soar to have your back. When it came to starting my education path with avc, I looked to my mentor for help and she blessed up A LOT, so I recommend reaching out to your mentor or anyone you trust anytime you need help. Other than slaying your education, you should also start joining extracurriculars. These can be clubs in school (or starting your own) or volunteering and being a part of communities outside of school. You should also join electives, their super fun and can help you identify your interests and the things you would like to pursue in the future. I'm aware that we have (journalism, yearbook, stem research, and robotics). I can't wait to meet you guys and I hope you guys have a nice year :D

don't hesitate to talk to me irl or online!
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email: 122860@students.avhsd.org

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HEY CLASS OF 26’!! I want to start by saying congratulations on getting into soar! That’s a really big accomplishment and something you should all be very proud of. My name is Vanessa Ibarra and i’m and incoming junior (time flew by). A little bit about me is that I love being outdoors. I will walk anywhere (as long as it’s not hot). Some of my favorite things to do are listen to music, be outdoors, hangout with friends, and waste time. My most recent obsession with music has been Mac Miller, Deftones, and Tyler the Creator. I’m currently involved in ASB, SweNext, NHS, Robotics, CSF and more. I’m an officer for almost all of these clubs so if your interested in any of them feel free to ask me questions!

Now I want to say congratulations on getting in once again! It’s a big accomplishment and I hope you all will love soar’s environment. Some advice I would give is to not be afraid to ask for help. I know it can be very challenging at times but there is always help available! :) I would also say to prioritize your mental health as well. I can’t to meet all of you this summer/fall! I’m always open to talk or text so feel free to reach out! You can contact me at: 183752@students.avhsd.org
ig: vnessaibarra.
Can’t wait to see you guys!! :))

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Heyy guys, CONGRATS on getting into SOAR!! My name is Jaiden Duffee and I am an incoming junior. I love sports, especially baseball and football, art, animals, and vacationing. In the future, I plan to study and double major in Zoology and Marine Biology. I want to continue on my STEM path and hopefully become a traveling research zoologist/marine biologist.

This is my first time being an ambassador and I can't wait to meet you all! I am a part of the yearbook at SOAR and I am a part of the yearbook editing team. I joined the yearbook my first year at SOAR and I was so glad I did!! I got to meet a lot of great people and learned about SOAR through the juniors and seniors at the time. I am also a part of many clubs like NHS, CSF, and the Class of 2024 senate. I would love to meet all of you and even if I'm not your mentor. I definitely recommend getting involved in a lot of clubs so you can meet a lot of different interesting people.

What I remember from my freshmen year will not completely compare to your experience. I was strictly online during the entirety of my freshmen year. I remember being extremely nervous and excited to start high school. I was nervous because I had to start college classes but I was excited to start a whole other level of academic challenges. SOAR provided a lot of resources for me when I was struggling with a subject. You also get to meet a lot of people during your time at SOAR and the mentor I had made me feel confident in my own abilities.

SOAR can seem like a huge challenge but you will have a lot of support and people to always help. Some advice I can give you is to get to know as many people as you can and get involved in a lot of clubs. Also, don't be afraid to ask for help or tutoring if you are ever struggling. I can't wait to meet you all!! If you want to reach out my email is 202327@students.avhsd.org.

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Heyyy class of 2026!!! My name is Annette Gomez and I am an incoming senior. I am so excited to welcome you all onto SOAR’s campus and help you with whatever you may need. The clubs I am a part of are: MENA, BSU, MHAC, CSF, and HLHC. This will be my second and last year being an ambassador and I am thrilled to have it be with you guys :)

Freshman year may be a bit overwhelming/scary since it is a new campus full of new faces but your mentor will help you navigate around the campus and answer any questions you may have. You will make friends in no time so you don’t have to worry about that, I hope you guys have a fun summer and are excited to start your freshman year!

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Hi everyone, my name is Ashley Gomez. I am very excited to be a SOAR Ambassador for yet another year! I am involved in BSU, MENA, MHAC, HLHC, and CSF. I am an incoming senior and if there's anything I've learned from the past three years it's that if you put in the work and time into your classes there is no doubt that you will succeed at SOAR. If you're anything like me when I was a freshman, this being, nervous, worried, and anxious, I am here to reassure you that it's really not that bad and there's nothing to be worried about. Yes SOAR is a challenging and rigorous high school compared to others but don't let that discourage you or cause you to feel like you can't do it, you're probably more capable than you think :). As long as you're determined and ready to work you'll be good. I'm excited for you guys and wish you all the best!!

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HI NEW SOAR STARS

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So I'm Alexis and I am part of the Class of 2024. I'm super excited to meet every single one of you at summer bridge.

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I am a part of CSF along with being spirit coordinator for DLT along with being in the Yearbook for the 2022-2023 school year.

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CONGRATULATIONS On getting into SOAR. it is an amazing accomplishment that will help you in the future I'm sure most of you know this but if you play your cards right you can graduate with an associate's degree at the same time graduating high school.

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Soar is a great environment that is very competitive and at times can be hard and scary and honestly tiring.  but it is full of great people with big dreams. great teachers who will get you to where you want to be.
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My freshman year was a little different from yours mine was online so we didn't have a summer bridge or a tour of campus or any of the learning experiences you are going to have. So by being an ambassador I'm able to experience quite a few things for the first time alongside you.

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So if you made it this far and I haven't bored you yet I hope that you guys have as much fun and as many experiences as I have had at soar. I'm super excited to see who will be my mentee.

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Have a great summer

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Feel free to contact me through email or Instagram

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🌻@187022@ students.avhsd.org

🦋@alexismadeline27
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I wish you all the best Alexis

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Hello, Class of 2026. My name is Chen Jun Lin. I am in the Class of 2025 and also going to be an incoming sophomore. I'm a SOAR ambassador I go by he/him. Some bits about me: I play video games(a lot of games). I play the piano. I like doing sports. I like going places. I like to go hiking.

I am in a few clubs. I am in Music Club, and Social Movement Club, and am a Spirit Coordinator in Game Club.

Freshmen year may be hard. It was for me. You may get stressed from the workload of college and high school. If you need help with the classwork or just trying to adjust to SOAR, then contact me at 210721@students.avhsd.org. And also, congrats on getting accepted into SOAR!

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Congratulations! Welcome to SOAR High School!

My name is Orisha, I am an incoming senior,

and this will be my third year as a SOAR ambassador! I am the Vice-President of SOAR’s GirlsBuild club (GSH), and a member of Inventeam, BSU, NHS, and CSF.

Alongside school I am a lead volunteer with a nonprofit organization based in the Antelope Valley. I want to further my studies in tackling medical disparities within our communities and how they connect with urban planning and resource accessibility. I also love learning about sustainable forms of design and public transportation equity!

Some of my interests include zoology and watching movies, my favorite animal right now is the shoebill and my favorite movies at the moment are Sonic the Hedgehog 2, Fantastic Mr. Fox, and Moonlight.

I enjoy reading comics, manga, and listening to music, my favorite song right now is Appletree by Erykah Badu.

From up until now my time at SOAR has been an experience that will definitely leave a lasting impression on me, I have matured and learned a lot and I hope that for our incoming class. Balancing high school and everything outside of it is going to be challenging but, there are students and resources here that provide a great amount of help. Ask questions even if you think they sound silly, be curious, and remember you have the ability to get through it! You got this!

If you have any questions or just want to talk about shared interests don’t be afraid to email me at 164968@students.avhsd.org !!!

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Hello class of 2026. My name is E’Niyah Berry but most people just call me E’Niyah or Niyah with a handful calling me Eni(e- nye). Im a junior and a few clubs that I’m involved in are Mental health awareness club, CSF, and BSU. A few other random things about me are my favorite game franchise is Kirby, my favorite color is pink, and my favorite Sanrio character is Cinnamoroll. I can’t wait to meet all you this year 💕

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Hii Class of 2026!! I am Hazel, and firstly, Congratulations 🎉 You should all be really proud and excited about starting your high school chapter at SOAR! I hope you all take a minute and read the padlets of your peers to gather some info about the people you are about to spend the next four years with. Just to share a bit about myself, I’m part of the Class of 2024 so I’ll be an incoming junior this next school year. This is my second time being an Ambassador. I’m involved in a few clubs, such as CSF (California Scholarship Federation), NHS (National Honor Society), Mock Trial, and Leadership. I love to spend time with family and friends. Some of my random favorite things include red Powerade, lotus flowers, and sitting on my roof (safely ofc)   As some of you may know, many schools in California have put into effect a new start time for their schools. SOAR is included in that and will be undergoing many changes on campus, and amongst students and staff. It might be more difficult to adjust considering it will be a change for everyone but despite that, I'm sure all ambassadors will do their best to help guide you all. Just remember that we’re all transitioning and always have perseverance 💪 SOAR has a distinct dynamic from most high schools. Our school is highly competitive and can be very rigorous when it comes to workload. I will not lie, it can be a lot at times. It can be hard to manage but as SOAR students, you will all soon learn to find useful resources and learn to ask for help. When it comes to our dynamic, you might feel like you have to constantly prove yourself to your peers, but understand that as long as you try your hardest, that is all that matters. Coming from experience, asking for help was something that wasn’t easy but I learned that it’s okay. There will be hardships that you will have to overcome, and it won’t be easy but always try your best and remember that you have a support system within the ambassadors. As stressful as this experience will be, please don’t ever forget to cherish the moments and opportunities. I wish you all the best of luck! If you ever want to get in contact to ask questions or even just to become friends, feel free to reach out. My school email is 201247@students.avhsd.org :) Can’t wait to meet you all and start our endeavor together! 🤍

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Hey Class of ‘26! Congrats on getting into SOAR, I’m really excited to meet you all. My name is Maria Navarro and I am an incoming senior. I will be serving as the Public Relations/Historian for the ASB Board and I encourage you to run for ASB if you’re interested since it’s a great way to meet new people and you get to plan school events. I am also the editor for SOAR Streaming, which is a weekly video with information of fundraisers, important events coming up, as well as scholarships. I serve as a media director on the CASL State Board and while I don’t currently hold an officer position for any club, I attend meetings for a couple. Being a SOAR student can be really stressful so I’m really happy to get the opportunity to guide some of you through your first year here. I encourage you to join clubs and take electives because they provide a different environment than academic classes and they allow you to meet students from other grade levels. SOAR is different from other high schools because people are really friendly and open-minded so don’t be afraid to strike up conversations with strangers, they might become your closest friends. Please don't be afraid to reach out, my email is 169880@students.avhsd.org; any question is entirely valid :)

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I'm Morgan Carter and I am super excited to be a part of SOAR Ambassadors for the 3rd year! I am a rising senior and I'm a part of CSF, Key Club, and of course SOAR Ambassadors which I have been a part of since my Sophomore year. Next year, I plan to join BSU, NHS, Dance club, and Girls Build so if you plan to be in any of those clubs hopefully I see you there! I can't wait to meet my new mentees and even if I'm not your mentor feel free to reach out if you need any help (my email is 165779@students.avhsd.org (: ) or say hi if you see me around! (: Also I went to Joe Walker middle school so if any of you are coming from there hi! Anyways, I know that the transition from middle school to highschool and college and once can be extremely difficult and scary at times but just know that there is a whole community of support here at SOAR if you are ever in need of help. It's important to remember during your time here that you are on your own path so do not compare yourself to your peers even though it can be hard at times. I can't wait to meet all of you!!!!!! (:

- Morgan (she/her)

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My name is Sama’J Prince, I am ecstatic about being an ambassador at SOAR. My pronouns are he/him. I have a goal to become an OB/GYN, which is a doctor that specializes in women's reproductive health and childbirth. I am very passionate about women's rights, equality, and diversity. I am a very BISEXUAL person, if that matters to you. I like to read, I am getting in the gym this summer to stay fit, and I like cooking. I am a very “out- there” person, so I like to go out and discover new places in our community! I am Treasurer of Music Club, I am starting a new club next year, and I am the Activities Coordinator for class of 2025. I plan to use my knowledge and experience to help you gain your own knowledge and experience in our wonderful, SOAR community. I can’t express how happy it makes me that i will be helping some of you amazing new freshman. I am entering my sophomore year so I was recently a freshman just like you 🫵🏽! I know what it’s like to navigate a new community and try to fit in, there is always going to be another freshman that matches your energy and if not, I can always be a great friend as well as your mentor! And yes that is a request that we become friends LOL! I am very adjustable when it comes to people, I love to help in whatever ways I can and I hope that I can help you accomplish your goals here at SOAR!

Thank you and enjoy your SUMMER !!!

You can contact me at 208217@students.avhsd.org

Hope to see you soon !

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_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_       ★Hey new SOAR Stars!★ My name is Faith Janczewski and I am in the class of 2024 (incoming junior). I am so excited to be your mentor this year! A little bit about myself, I love playing sports, cooking, working out, & listening to different types of music ♬. The major that I am interested in is Political Science and hope to become a lawyer. ✎
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♡ ツ On campus, I am the Class of '24 Secretary, Key Club Vice President, and Christian Club Secretary. I am also a part of National Honors Society, California Scholarship Federation, Hispanic/Latinx Heritage, Yearbook, and Sports Club (don't worry you'll learn about all of these clubs & more with time lol). ✌I recommend getting involved freshman year!!! Don't be afraid to put yourself out there because you'll make the best connections & your best friends this way. ツ  ♡
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💫I remember freshman year being extremely scary and I felt like I was very lost. My mentor really helped me get through the year, giving me advice on school + life, and she eventually became my friend :) . Also, I learned a lot by being in ASB, so if you want to be a class officer GO FOR IT. It is a lot of work but working with your class officers makes it SO MUCH FUN.💖
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🥲SOAR can seem overwhelming and you'll be stressed out at times, but I am here to relieve some stress and make things clear. I hope to be a friend to talk to if you need anything and to help to prepare you for what is to come Sophomore & future SOAR years. Can't wait to get to know you 😙
🌞email or dm me if you need anything🌜
xoxo Faith✨
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➳|Email: 122842@students.avhsd.org ❅
➳|Instagram: @faithjanczewski  ☏

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Hey guys!!! Congratulations on getting into SOAR High School! It’s a big achievement so be proud of yourselves!

I am Isabella Flores, but feel free to call me Bella (everyone does). A little bit about me is I go by she/they pronouns and I am going to be a junior in the upcoming school year. I love doing anything to do with computers or reading. Also in my free time I like to listen to music, podcasts, and draw.

I am apart of a lot of clubs here at SOAR. I am the treasurer of National Honors Society (NHS), the Vice President of Multicultural Club (MCC), a member of 2024 senate, a member of California Scholarship Federation club (CSF), and I will be joining journalism next school year.

This is my first year of being an ambassador so I am looking forward to helping you guys make the transition to a duo-enrollment school smoother, while also getting to know you guys.

I remember when I was in your guys position, a little nervous and having a bunch of questions about how it is at SOAR. So feel welcome to hit me up with whatever questions you may have about SOAR. I truly do love going here, so I hope you guys enjoy it here as much as I do!

Student email: 201633@students.avhsd.org

Instagram: ijf_isabella

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Hello class of 2026, congratulations on making it to SOAR. 🥳 🥳 🥳 You are a wonderful person and I hope you keep that in mind. My name is Kathleen Steffy and I am an incoming junior. I remember being a freshman and not talking to anyone or joining any clubs...all I did was school. Some advice I give you is to join a club or take an extra elective. It is so fun and I doubt you would regret it. If you do not find one that interests you out of SOAR's many clubs, feel free and start one. I am a member of NHS, CSF, and Earth Club. At the beginning of my sophomore year, I started Book Club with my freinds and became President. I will continue that position this year, as well as Yearbook Editor and Key Club Secretary. Outside of school, I am on the Key Club Division Leadership Team as News Editor. (I make a monthly newsletter about Key Club events that is sent out to many high schools in the AV) I love to read and take photos. When I graduate, I plan to go to university and major in Education to one day become a teacher. I have a golden retriever named Buddy and a twin brother named Jeffrey who also goes to SOAR. I have loved every minute of my time here at SOAR, I have made friends and long-lasting memories. I hope that you do as well. Remember to try to step out of your comfort zone every once and a while, and maybe try something new. I promise you that it will be worth it. I know that SOAR is sometimes stressful or overwhelming at times but remember to breathe and that there are people here to help you. Enjoy your freshman year to the fullest!!!

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Hey Class of 2026!!

Congrats on being accepted into SOAR!! I'm Ruby Casas and I'm an incoming sophomore!! I'm super excited to meet all of you very soon and I'm looking forward to helping guide you through your first year at SOAR!! I'm currently involved in the Hispanic Heritage Club. In my free time, I love to read, hang out with friends, and write when I have the chance!

I love math, science, and I am very passionate about the medicine field and I hope to become a Medicinal Chemist!

While your time here at SOAR I suggest that very early on you get your study habits in check, MANAGE YOUR TIME, and TAKE BREAKS!!!! At times SOAR can be very overwelling especially if you don't manage your time, you will fall behind. But it's very important that you also take breaks and focus on your mental health. Don't ever be afraid of asking questions!! Us Ambassadors are here for those exact questions so don't be afraid to ask/reach out for help no matter the situation!! You can reach me at: 207358@students.avhsd.org

I absolutely hope you have the best experience at SOAR!! Can't wait to meet you guys!! Good luck Class of 2026!! <3 :)

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My name is Journey Artis and I am so proud of you guys! I know that coming to SOAR can be extremely scary and challenging but with time you will asjust and don't forget if you ever need anything I am here for you all and will assist you to the best of my abilities!! So a few things about me are I'm an incoming junior and I'm really into social activism and creating positive lasting changes in my community so I'll pretty much take up any project that falls in line with that. I love acting, directing, writing, reading, working out,  volunteering, and all around having fun and meeting as many new people as I can!! I am involved in BSU, CSF, NHS, Girl's SOAR, ans Mock Trial at SOAR and at AVC I am a member of Law Scholars and Umoja. Something really interesting about me is before coming to SOAR I was not too fond of math and science but after Chemistry and Geometry here, I have a new interest in them and I am excited to see where that interest goes. I shared that with you because I want you to know that coming to SOAR and  high school in general can introduce you to a lot of new interests you never knew you might have so try everything you can!! I look forward to meeting you guys and helping you out around SOAR and AVC and please don't hesitate to reach out to me if you need ANYTHING!!!

Peace!
~Journey Artis

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Heyyy class of 2026!! I’m Laura Romo and I’m an incoming junior for the next school year. Im a part of the LGBTQ+ community, I also go by they/them. I’m currently involved in CSF and Hispanic Heritage Club. I look forward to helping you guys out with any questions you may have as I know it can be quite confusing. One thing I would recommend prioritizing this next school year is your mental health. I won’t lie SOAR is quite competitive and it can be stressful at times but remember to take time for yourself as well. Some things I do to take care of my mental health are playing bass, painting, and baking. My favorite song is Dream On by Aerosmith and I can make a pretty amazing strawberry shortcake. If you ever need to know where vending machines are I got you (none of them worked last year so I was desperate for water). My favorite memory from last year was when me and Layla went to the hunting library. I look forward to meeting all of you!!

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Anyways, first and foremost… Congratulations🎉🎉 You all should be really proud of yourselves that you are here. I am really excited to meet you and help you guys along in the beginning of your next chapter here at Soar. It may be intimidating at times and sometimes you may underestimate yourselves but as a Soar community we are here to support you. Don't let that imposter syndrome get to you!

Anyways, helloo :) My name is Krista Gleason and I am a part of the ✨Class of 2023✨ as an incoming Senior. Ahhh It’s so crazy to me how time flies. Last school year I started a club to allow students to freely express themselves and that was Fashion Club and I still hold the position as President. I also currently hold the position of Vice President for Environmental Club. Some more facts about myself are that I enjoy listening to music and making jewelry. Within the next year I plan on starting my own small business to sell some of my creations. I am currently planning on majoring in biology to hopefully be on track to become a veterinarian in the future, but who knows where life will take me :)

I would just like to make it known that as you adjust to your lives at Soar your path may look different than others. Don’t compare yourself to your peers because everyone is going to be handling this experience differently. So just focus on bettering yourself and maintaining your goals or maybe even try and create some goals because it is perfectly fine if you don’t have a set plan. Throughout these four years you will be able to discover yourself and new passions. I strongly encourage you to take advantage of the time you have here by participating in events or clubs at Soar. Because before you know it’s going to come to an end and you’ll be applying to colleges and heading to the real world whether you have a set plan or not.

There are going to be difficult moments during your time here so I highly suggest that you reach out for help and guidance even if you don’t think you need it. I noticed that as a Soar student we tend to think we always have to prove ourselves and that we can do it on our own but it is okay to reach out for help. That’s what we and our counselors are here for. So keep aspiring to do great things but don’t put too much weight on yourself because your mental health should always be a priority <3 Can't wait to meet you all and here is my email if you need anything or just wanna say hi 💛: 165325@students.avhsd.org