Class of 2018 Ms. Douglas 9th Ms. Davis 10th Ms. Axson 11th Ms. Poitier 12th Ms. Sprouse-Chair CFAA 9th-12th Grade Level Chair—Sprouse

Demographics Student high school records should have correct: Address Phone number Social Security Number SSN is not required but recommended for matching of college and scholarship applications to high school transcripts

4 year/24 Credits Grad. Req. 4 English 4 Math : (Alg. 1 and Geometry) Passing score on Grade 10 FSA (Florida Standards Assessment) Passing score on Algebra 1 EOC Cumulative 2.0 GPA Online Learning Course 4 English 4 Math : (Alg. 1 and Geometry) 3 Science: (Biology) 3 Social Studies: (World Hist., US Hist, US Gov & Econ.) 1 Fine/Performing Arts 1 Physical Education: Personal Fitness + Other PE or HOPE 8 Electives

4 year/18 Credits Grad. Req. 4 English 4 Math : (Alg. 1 and Geometry) 3 Science: (Biology) 3 Social Studies: (World Hist., US Hist, US Gov & Econ.) 1 Fine/Performing Arts 3 Electives Passing score on Grade 10 FSA (Florida Standards Assessment) Passing score on Algebra 1 EOC Cumulative 2.0 GPA

New Grade for both semesters Exam Requirements Passing scores required: Grade 10 FSA (Florida Standards Assessment) Concordant ACT-R (19) or SAT-V (430) Algebra 1 EOC Concordant: PERT (97) In subject’s requiring an EOC, the EOC counts for 30% of the final grade Algebra 1 Geometry Biology US History Algebra 2 (if enrolled) 1st Sem. Grade 35% of Course Grade 2nd Sem. Grade EOC Results 30% of Course Grade New Grade for both semesters 85B 80B 65D C 29.75 28 19.5 *77.25C *PCSB will convert EOC scores to calculate final course grade

Online Virtual Education Grad. Requirement Student/Parent requests course through PVS on www.flvs.net Return completed Virtual Course Registration Notice form to the Guidance Office. Your counselor will check to make sure you’ve requested the correct course and approve the course. PVS/FLVS will assign a teacher. FLVS may take a few weeks. PVS may take only a few days. Continue to check your FLVS account for placement.

Performing Art/Other PE Waiver 1 Semester of Band or Eurythmics = 1 Semester Other PE 2 Years of ROTC = 1 Semester of Other PE + 1 Year Performing Art

Grade Point Average (GPA) GPA changes as credits are earned each semester Grade Point Value A = 4 pts B= 3 pts C= 2 pts D= 1 pts F= 0 pts Weighted Courses Honors = 0.5 pt Advanced Placement = 1.0 pt Dual Enrollment = 1.0 pt Final Graduation GPA – 3.2 and above walk in rank order Honors delineation 3.2 = Honors 3.5 = Cum Laude 3.75 = Magna Cum Laude 4.00 = Summa Cum Laude GPA = Total Points Earned Total Classes Taken Sem. Credit Course Letter Grade Points .5 US History B 3 US History Hon 3.5 AP US History 4 AMH1010

Diploma Designations Merit Designation Scholar Designation Standard Diploma Requirements Attain one or more industry certifications Scholar Designation Pass the ELA Grade 10 statewide assessment Earn 1 credit in Algebra II (must pass Alg. 2 EOC) Pass the Geometry EOC Earn 1 credit in statistics or an equally rigorous math course Pass the Biology EOC Earn 1 credit in Chemistry or Physics Earn 1 credit in a course equally rigorous to Chemistry or Physics Pass the U.S. History EOC* Earn 2 credits in the same world language Earn at least 1 credit in an AP or Dual-Enrollment course *Student is exempt from the U.S. History assessment if they are enrolled in AP U.S. History and earn the minimum score to earn college credit

PCSB Graduation Policy: Students will not be allowed to participate in the graduation ceremony if they do not earn the required 24 credits including the online course by the end of the second semester of their senior year. Students will be allowed to participate in the graduation ceremony and receive a Certificate of Completion if they have earned the required credits but have not earned the minimum un-weighted 2.0 GPA have not met the FSA Reading and/or Algebra 1 EOC requirements High school students pursuing a standard high school diploma must be able to graduate from high school prior to their 20th birthday.

Transcripts & CSH Transcripts Request Transcripts using Gold form in Guidance Transcripts are free See Mrs. McLeish in Guidance to submit request Community Service Hours must be completed with a non-profit or not-for- profit agency Not required for graduation At least 100 hrs recommended for colleges and scholarships 250 hrs – cord for graduation ceremony Turn in ASAP for scholarships Final deadline – May 1st See Mr. Harwell in Discipline to submit hours

Post secondary plans? 4 year University 2 + 2 Florida College System Technical School Full Time Employment Military

State University System To qualify to enter one of Florida’s public universities, a first time-in-college student must meet the following minimum requirements: High school graduation with a standard diploma Admission test scores (SAT/ACT) 16 credits of approved college preparatory academic courses 4 English (3 with substantial writing) 4 Mathematics (Algebra I level and above) 3 Natural Science (2 with substantial lab) 3 Social Science 2 World Language (sequential, in the same language) 2 approved electives

Florida College System Florida 2 + 2 system to earn a bachelor’s (4 yr) degree To be eligible for Florida’s 2 + 2 Program, students must first earn an Associate of Arts degree at a state college. Students who earn an Associate of Arts degree at a state college are automatically guaranteed admission to a state university. Florida Colleges also offer Bachelor degrees, Associate of Science (AS) degrees, Certificate Programs, and Applied Technical Diplomas Lead directly to employment Potential to earn more money than with some 4-yr degrees

Career/Technical Centers Traviss & Ridge Career Centers Architecture & Construction Arts, A/V Technology & Communication Business, Management & Administration Health Science Hospitality & Tourism Human Services Information Technology Transportation, Distribution & Logistics More information visit www.traviss.edu and schools.polk-fl.net/ridge

Education Pathways Florida College System (such as Polk State College) A.S. in Computer Network Engineering Technology Florida Earnings: Average Annual Wage $73,403 Entry Annual Wage $45,282 Experienced Annual Wage $87,443 Career & Technical Education (such as Traviss Career Center) Lakeland Average Annual Wage Electrician: $39,395 Surgical Technician: $38,875 Automotive Mechanic: $38,210 Fire Safety Investigator: $58,989

Military Options Brush up on military missions of each branch Army: “serve the American people, defend the Nation, protect vital national interests” Air Force: "fly, fight, and win in air, space, and cyberspace." Navy: “protect and defend the right of the United States and its allies to move freely on the oceans and to protect the country against her enemies” Marine Corps: “the amphibious forces of the United States” Coast Guard: “ In time of war, the President can direct all, or part of, the Coast Guard under the service of the Navy.” Visit with a recruiter Take the ASVAB which measures your strengths, weaknesses, and potential for future success in military and civilian occupations Take your commitment seriously Train for the Military Mindset Military Entrance Processing Station

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Paying for Post Secondary Education Four basic types of financial aid: Scholarships – Free money Academic achievement Financial need Minority students Children of Veterans Grants – Free money Federal Aid –fafsa.ed.gov State Aid - www.floridastudentfinancialaid.org Work study/employment – Earn it Based on financial need, jobs that allow students to work to pay for their education expenses Loans – borrow it, repay it Federal loans for students and parents offer low interest rates

Bright Futures: FAS/FMS www.floridastudentfinancialaid.org Florida Academic Scholar & Florida Medallion Scholar 18 academic units is a minimum requirement for the State University System Most universities prefer more (21.5 or greater)

Gold Seal Vocational Scholars 1 Fine/Practical Art 1 Physical Education 3 CTE Credits 3.0 weighted GPA overall 3.5 un-weighted GPA Career Courses 30 CSH The Florida Gold Seal Vocational Scholars (GSV) can only be used to fund a career education or certificate program.

Resources: Financial Aid Scholarship bulletin: emailed to studentname@mypolkschools.net by Ms. Javon Smith Shared with parents via Messenger Paying for college: www.floridashines.org Financial Aid Night: Tuesday, November 29th Tuesday, February 7th Financial Aid Websites: www.floridastudentfinancialaid.org - Online application for all Florida Department of Education financial aid programs, including Bright Futures. www.fldoe.org - Florida Department of education www.fafsa.ed.gov - Free Application for Federal Student Aid www.fastweb.org - Free scholarship search www.bigfuture.collegeboard.org – Planning for college www.collegegoalsundayusa.org – Free financial aid info and assistance ***Beware of scams! Never pay for a scholarship!!!***

Sat/Act waivers Obtaining ACT & SAT Waivers: A student may receive up to 2 SAT and 2 ACT waivers and up to 5 college applications fee waivers while in high school. At least 1 SAT/ACT waiver must be used to be eligible for the college application fee waivers. To receive the testing waiver, each student must:   Qualify for Free/Reduced Lunch - lunch form must be completed each year Create an account on the SAT and/or ACT websites. Complete the test registration including photo upload. See Guidance Counselor regarding obtaining waiver prior to deadline. Students must select colleges/universities to receive score reports including NCAA (9999)/ NAIA (9876) ACT Online Test Prep is included with waiver

Promotion Requirements SEMESTER YEAR Individual Class .5 credit (A,B,C or D) 1 credit (A,B,C or D) Total Classes 3.5 credits (A,B,C or D) 7 credits (A,B,C or D) 10th grade – 5 Credits earned & completed 1 year in HS 11th grade – 11 Credits earned & completed 2 years in HS 12th grade – 17 Credits earned & completed 3 years in HS

Dual Enrollment ELIGIBILITY Students must have a minimum of six (6) core high school credits in order to be approved to dual enroll Students must have an unweighted 2.5 GPA and take PERT for an elective, non-academic subjects (College Success) Students must have an unweighted 3.0 GPA and pass PERT in the subject area for academic subjects (English, Psychology) Full Time Dual Enrollment requires a minimum un-weighted 3.2 GPA, 3.0 in Alg. 2, and Pass FCAT/FSA Update w/ DE credit info

Elementary Algebra/Mathematics Dual Enrollment 6 core academic HS credits 1 DE course/term 8 core academic HS credits 2 DE courses/term 10 core academic HS credits 11 DE hours/term Full Time Early Admission 12th grade 12-15 DE hours/term High School & College transcripts include Dual Enrollment grades. College-Ready Scores Subject PERT ACT SAT Reading/Critical Reading 106 19 440 English/Critical Reading 103 17 Elementary Algebra/Mathematics 114 Update w/ DE credit info

7 Steps to Dual Enrollment 1. Apply as Dual Enrollment student on PSC website (www.polk.edu) under Admission and Aid Complete the application to receive a student ID number Bring student ID number to counselor to obtain a PERT ticket 2. Take PERT at PSC unless you have SAT or ACT scores Request ACT/SAT scores be sent directly to PSC in order to be official and used for registration purposes *** Pre-registration at https://delta.polk-fl.net including parent approval is required Copy & pastede DE 7steps

7 Steps to Dual Enrollment 3. Return scores to counselor to discuss available courses based on PERT (ACT/SAT) and GPA 4.   Select courses 5.   Complete the orientation online at www.polk.edu required before being allowed to register for classes (http://www.brainshark.com/polkstatecollege/orientation) 6.    Register for courses through PSC personnel 7.    Bring copy of course schedule back to counselor This is required in order to schedule student correctly and to obtain books for the dual enrollment courses * Steps 3 – 7 are completed prior to every semester Copy & pastede DE 7steps

Dual Enrollment Events PSC Online Application for Spring Semester Complete online Complete orientation online and print certificate Bring a copy to counselor prior to November 3rd to be considered for PERT Testing November 4th. PSC PERT Testing Tuesday, November 4th 9:00AM MLK Lab (Freshman Bld)

Tutoring Schedule Subject Tuesdays Wednesdays Thursdays 2:05PM—3:05PM ACT Mrs. Gardner Main Media Ctr   Ms. Bass Algebra 1 Mr. Hammonds 40-111 Mr. Taylor 40-113 Mr. Davis 31-127 ESOL Mr. Gueiros-Neto 04-004

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