Freshman seminar Class of 2022

Meet Your Counselor Ms. Sturgill – 9th Grade Counselor Located in front office by student services Here to help with academic advising, graduation, college/career plans, personal issues, etc. My door is always open!

What I Need From You Due one week from today! Return to teacher or Ms. Sturgill Due one week from today!

Cover Letter Bring this form home Get it signed by parent/guardian Make sure you sign and print your name Return it to your science teacher or Ms. Sturgill Failure to do so will result in demerits THIS IS DUE ONE WEEK FROM TODAY!

Graduation Requirements Minimum of 24 credits required 4 credits of English 4 credits of math (must include Algebra and Geometry) 3 credits of science (must include Biology) 3 credits of Social Studies 1 credit of Fine or Practical Art 1 Physical Education (HOPE) 8 electives 1 online course 2 credits for World Language (for Bright Futures and College)

Graduation Requirements Must have a 2.0 unweighted cumulative GPA Regular A = 4 points B = 3 points C = 2 points D = 1 point F = 0 points Weighted Honors, AP, SPC A = 4.5 H , 5 AP B = 3.5 H , 4 AP C = 2.5 H , 3 AP D = 1 point F = 0 points

Statewide Assessments Students MUST participate in: Algebra 1 (if enrolled after 2010-2011) The EOC constitutes 30% of the final course grade. Biology 1 (if enrolled after 2010-2011) Geometry (if enrolled after 2010-2011) U.S. History (if enrolled after 2011-2012) Students MUST pass Grade 10 ELA or SAT concordant score or ACT concordant score Algebra 1 EOC or a comparative score

Credit Recovery & Grade Forgiveness Any semester or full year course with a D or F is eligible for credit recovery There are various ways to recover your credit: Night School Extended Learning Program (ELP) Florida Virtual School (FLVS) Pinellas Virtus School (PVS)

Scholarships & Financial Aid Bright Futures: This handout is designed for current graduates. Freshmen requirements will not be finalized until August of their senior year. Three types of awards: Florida Academic Scholars (FAS) Florida Medallion Scholars (FMS) Gold Seal Vocational Scholars (GSV) GPA, test scores and community service hours Please sign the Bright Futures verification form Check Guidance page for current scholarships throughout the year

Handouts Florida Shines State University System matrix Helps you plan for graduation, college, Bright Futures, etc. State University System matrix College Board College Planning 9/10th Grade Post Secondary Options

Remind Get alerts about deadlines, scholarships opportunities, post-secondary planning and more from the Guidance department on Remind! Information on how to sign up can be found on the Guidance website

Questions Always check website for answers to any questions you may have If you need to see me – fill out a “Request to See Counselor” slip that is available in student services Email: Sturgilll@pcsb.org Any questions?