Welcome to High School Class of 2016!!

What’s in it for me? Learning goal: Students will be able to understand how high school is different than middle school and what they need to know and do to be successful. What’s new? High School graduation requirements Testing GPA PAC Plan (EPEP) Duel Enrollment Volunteer Hours

What’s new in High School? Graduation Requirements End of Course exams (EOC) GPA Dual Enrollment Volunteer Hours

Graduation Requirements 24 Course Credits Pass Reading FCAT & EOC exams Student Volunteer Hours 2.0 unweighted GPA

Credit Requirements 4 English 4 Mathematics (Algebra {EOC}, Geometry {EOC}, Algebra II) 3 Credits of Science (Biology {EOC}) 3 Credits of Social Studies (World History, US History {EOC} US Government and Economics) 1 HOPE ½ PE 1 Performing/Fine Arts 7.5 Electives

Types of Classes Intensive Honors AP When a student receives a 1 or a 2 on the FCAT reading or math, they are placed into Intensive reading and/or math courses. More advanced and rigorous. Look at GPA, previously earned grades and FCAT for placement. 1 Extra quality point towards GPA Rigorous Critical thinking Can earn college credits 85% of students who take AP classes are successful in college whether or not they pass the exam. 2 extra quality points Types of Classes Intensive Honors Advanced Placement (AP)

Foreign Languages Must be same language for two years. Not required for high school graduation, however NECESSARY to enter 4-year universities Must be same language for two years. Some colleges/universities require three (3) credits Start taking foreign languages as soon as possible

Additional Requirements Passing score (Level 3) on the Grade 10 FCAT 2.0 Passing score (Level 3) on the End-of Course (EOC) Assessments Algebra 1 Geometry Biology

How are Grades Calculated? Non-EOC courses EOC Courses Algebra, Biology, Geometry, US History Semester 1 Quarter 1 Quarter 2 Mid-Term Exam Semester 2 Quarter 3 Quarter 4 Final Exam Final Course Grade Semester 1 Semester 2 EOC Grade Must pass two of the three in each semester to pass the course

Grade Point Average (GPA) GPA- Cumulative calculation of grades Weighted (district)-gives extra weight to Honors and Advanced Placement if grade is “C” or above Weighted GPA carries most weight for colleges because it reveals rigor of courses. Academic Core GPA- only academic classes 2.0 unweighted GPA is required to graduate (“C” Average) Calculating your GPA A 4.0 B+ 3.5 B 3.0 C+ 2.5 C 2.0 D+ 1.5 D 1.0 F and I 0 Add GPA points and divide by amount of classes taken *Honors classes give 1 extra quality point *AP classes give 2 extra quality points *Students must earn a “C” or better to earn extra quality points on GPA

Sample GPA What is the point value of the HOPE class? GRADE English 1 B Algebra 1 Honors A Earth Space Science C World Culture Geography HOPE Drama 1 Spanish 1 What is the point value of the HOPE class? What is the point value of the Algebra I Honors class? What is the total GPA for the student? 3.29

Accelerated Education- Dual Enrollment Broward Community College Purpose of dual enrollment Shorten time to complete requirements for diploma, associates, or baccalaureate degree Broaden scope of curricular options after high school Increase depth of study in a particular subject area Coursework may be done during regular school hours, after school hours, or during the college/university summer terms. After school hours are preferred by colleges

Dual Enrollment Requirements Student must meet the following: Minimum of 11 credits At least a 3.0 unweighted GPA Meet minimum score of the CPT In order to continue with dual enrollment students must: Maintain 3.0 GPA unweighted (high school) Maintain 2.0 GPA (college)

Volunteer Hours Must complete a total of 40 hours before high school graduation Must be approved by guidance counselor first Florida Academic Scholars Award Minimum of 100 hours needed. Florida Medallion Scholars Award Minimum of 75 hours needed. Silver Cord= 250 Hours Must log hours on Broward County Volunteer Form

Things to do this year… WATCH YOUR GPA Plan your high school courses through the PAC Plan Personal Academic Career Plan GET INVOLVED around campus…clubs, athletics, organizations Know your graduation requirements Take school work seriously; every year and course counts WATCH YOUR GPA

Your resources Daily: Weekly: Quarterly: Check somersetacademy.com for updates, teacher webpages, homework assignments, school activities, more. Weekly: You should log on to pinnacle weekly and keep track of your own grades Quarterly: Virtual Counselor is used for FCAT scores, grades, attendance, and graduation requirements.