FRESHMAN CLASS OF 2018 Sophomore class of 2017 23

Counselors Cindy Giles (Dept. Chair) Do- F Lyndsey Dombroski A- Di Heather Minsker G – L Connie Perrin M-Re Deb Wessman Ri– Z

Username: 6 digit student number Password: birth month and day Guidance Web Page http://www.gulfcoastsharks.com Our Website is full of information Please take advantage of the resource www.gradebook.collier.k12.fl.us Username: 6 digit student number Password: birth month and day Keep up with grades so there are no surprises at the end of a grading period when it is too late

2014-15 Grade Reporting timeline Semester 1 1st Interims Report 9/24/14 1st Quarter Report Card 10/28/14 2nd Qtr Interim 11/25/14 2nd Qtr Report Card 1/13/15 All reports are distributed in 7th period classes.

How do I ask My counselor a question? 2. Fill out a green form found on the counter of the student services office with your name and concern then the counselor will send a pass for you during class. 1. Come to the student services department during lunch every day of the week and ask your counselor a question.

How do I ask My counselor a question? 3. If you come to the student services office during class please check in at the counter. You enter your student number and we will check you out after your appointment. Email your counselor dombrl@collierschools.com gilescy@collierschools.com minskehe@collierschools.com perrinco@collierschools.com wessmade@collierschools.com

Class of 2017 Graduation Requirements English 4.0 credits Math (with Algebra 1 /Geometry) 4.0 cr Science (Biology & 2 other lab sciences) 3.0 cr Social Studies (WH, AH, Econ/Gov) 3.0 cr Fine/Practical/ or Perform. Arts 1.0 cr HOPE 1.0 cr Elective Credits 8.0 cr 1 online course ________________________________________ Total Credits 24.0 credits Note: Foreign Language is not required for graduation. University system requires 2 year minimum.

Class of 2018 Graduation requirements English 4.0 credits Math (with Algebra 1 /Geometry) 4.0 cr Science (Biology & 2 other lab sciences) 3.0 cr Social Studies (WH, AH, Econ/Gov) 3.0 cr Fine/Practical/ or Perform. Arts 1.0 cr HOPE 1.0 cr Elective Credits 8.0 cr 1 online course ________________________________________ Total Credits 24.0 credits Note: Foreign Language is not required for graduation. University system requires 2 year minimum.

Class of 2017/2018 Students will also be required to: FCAT Reading: passing score of level 3/Must pass the Grade 10 English Language Arts Assessment Pass the Algebra 1 End of Course Exam (EOC) Geometry, Biology and US History End of Course Exam (EOC) 30% One online course (12th grade year Gov/Econ) 2.0 unweighted gpa

In addition to meeting the standard High School Diploma Requirements Scholar Designation Merit Designation Pass the ELA Grade 11 Common Core Assessment once implemented 1 credit in Algebra 2, Chemistry or Physics 1 credit in a course equally rigorous to chemistry or physics 1 credit in statistics or equally rigorous math course Pass the Biology EOC and US History EOC 2 credits in same world language Earn at least one credit in AP, IB, AICE or dual enrollment course Must pass the Algebra I EOC Attain one or more industry certifications from the list established GCHS Industry Certifications Auto CAD Adobe Flash CS5 Adobe Photoshop CS5 Medical Assistant Certification Food Handler Certification

4 Year Plan State university System Subject 9th 10th 11th 12th English English I English II English III English IV Math Alg I Geometry Algebra II 4th SUS Math Science Earth Space Science or Biology Chemistry or Biology Physics or Marine Science Social Studies World History American History Government / Economics Foreign Language 1.0 Consecutive Foreign Lang 1.0 Consecutive Foreign Lang Misc. HOPE 1.0 Fine Art (sometime) Academic Elective (sometime) Academic Elective (sometime) Must Have 18 or More SUS Academic Classes 7.0 credits

Bright futures scholarship Bright futures scholarship Gold Seal Voc Scholars Award Florida Medallion Scholars Academic Scholars Award GPA – Minimum Unrounded and Cumulative 3.0 weighted* GPA in the 16 credits required for graduation AND a 3.5 unweighted GPA in a 3 credit vocational program. 3.0 weighted* GPA in the 18 college preparatory credits identified by the Florida Board of Regents as MINIMUM entrance requirements.. 3.5 weighted* GPA in the 18 college preparatory credits identified by the Florida Board of Regents as MINIMUM entrance requirements. Class of 2014 and After SAT: Critical Read- 440 Math- 440   ACT: Rdg-18 English-17 Math-19 Pert: Reading 106 Writing 103 Math 114 SAT: 1170 Combined (excludes Writing) ACT: 26 Composite SAT: 1290 Combined ACT: 29 Composite

Bright Futures Scholarship Gold Seal Award Florida Medallion Academic Award Volunteer Hours 30 Hours 75 Hours 100 Hours Remember: Bright Futures Scholarship Program requirements are subject to legislative change. Check Florida Department of Education for current scholarship program requirements: http://www.floridastudentfinancialaid.org/SSFAD/bf/

Dual Enrollment “Ace” Program at FGcu The Accelerated Collegiate Experience (ACE) is designed to being a unique educational experience to qualified junior and senior high school students who are seeking advance study option. Public Information Meeting November 20, 2014 7pm December 11, 2014 7pm 1. 3.7 weighted academic GPA and 3.0 unweighted GPS. 2. Minimum Standardized Test Scores: a. SAT – 1600 combined Reading, Math and Writing Minimum Math 500 Minimum Reading 500 Minimum Writing 500 b. ACT – 23 Composite Minimum Math 20 Minimum Reading 20 Minimum English 20

EDISON DUAl Enrollment   GPA Requirements-Unweighted Cumulative GPA 3.5 for Sophomores 3.0 for Juniors and Seniors Minimum standardized test scores: SAT: Verbal 440, Math 440 (Mat 1033) or Math 540 for College Algebra (Mac 1105) ACT: English 17, Reading 19, and Math 19 (MAT 1033) or Math 23 for College Algebra Mac 1105.

Make up Work Policy Students are to be provided one school day for everyday day missed to make up work. Long term assignments are due on the day the student returns to school.

Not Required for graduation Non-profit organization Cannot be affiliated with religious or political organizations Must obtain prior approval during lunch on Thursdays and Fridays in the Student Services Office Forms available on the Web or in the Student Services Office Community Service

Midterms Exams December 16--19 Final Exams June 1-4 Often we get calls about students missing midterm or final exams. Students are not allowed to take the exams early - they can only take them when they return.

IMPORTANT TESTING DATES PSAT testing for all sophomores: October 15th, 2014

Closing Thoughts Check quarter grades often Communicate directly with your student’s teacher if you have a concern Take all standardized testing seriously This presentation will be on the GCHS student services web under events.