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2. Mr. Jose L. Hernandez
Principal

3. Barron Collier High School
Mr. Jose L. Hernandez, Principal
Mr. Geronimo Mulholland, Assistant Principal, C & I
Mr. Michael Richardson, Assistant Principal, A & D
Mrs. Theresa Gersbach, Assistant Principal
Mr. Ken Andiorio, Activities Director
Mrs. Melissa Hunter, Director of Guidance

4. BCH School Counselors Ms. Missy Hunter (A-Ci) Ms. Valerie Knox (Cl-J)
Mr. Eric Diegel (K-Q)
Mr. Chris Applegate (R-Z)
Ms. Theresa Kalten
Gifted, ESE, Dual Enroll., Advncd. Studies Coor.
Ms. Denyse Nickels INSS

5. CLASS OF 2021 Preparing for High School and Beyond
Academic and Career Planning
Mr. Geronimo Mulholland
Assistant Principal C & I

6. A Day in the Life of a BCH Cougar
Rise and shine! Your day begins at 7:10 a.m.
Seven classes during the day– some core and some electives. Your test scores will determine how many electives.
A Lunch or B Lunch-- not all 9th Graders eat at the same time
Do you know where your locker is?
All these colored hallways!
School day dismisses at 2:05 p.m.! Time for sports, clubs, activities, tutoring, or homework.

7. Surviving your Freshman Year LINK CREW!
Freshman Orientation August 2017! Date and time TBD.

8. We challenge and support our students:
Rigorous course offerings at a range of levels
Full inclusion program for ESE students
Language support services for our ELL learners
Rigorous honors level course offerings
Advanced studies opportunities through both Advanced Placement, AICE, Dual Enrollment

9. How do I get placed into an Honors, A.P., AICE, or Dual Enrollment?????
A willingness to enthusiastically enter into class discussions
Advanced or proficient standardized FSA test results which correlate to target area(s) of study (Level 3 or higher)
An ability to deal with special learning opportunities and some extra demands
Consideration will be given to the student's overall academic record (not just one course)
Determining factors include language skills, developed writing skills, consistent effort, attitude, and general academic performance
Specific requirements for DE classes (including PERT scores, PSAT, ACT and/or SAT scores)

10. Mrs. Melissa Hunter
Guidance Director

11. High School Graduation Requirements
Earn 24 credits
Earn Cumulative Grade Point Average (GPA) of 2.0 un-weighted or higher on a 4.0 scale
Pass the State English/Language Arts Assessment
Pass the Algebra End of Course Exam (EOC)
Complete one on-line course

12. What classes do I have to take????
WORLD HISTORY
4 credits of MATH
U.S. HISTORY
3 credits of SOCIAL STUDIES
4 credits of ENGLISH
Including ALGEBRA 1 & GEOMETRY!!
3 credits of SCIENCE
ECONOMICS &
AMERICAN GOV’T
Must include Biology 1!!

13. What classes do I have to take????
Do I need to take a World Language Class???
No . . .
BUT!!!
It is required for Bright Futures &
state university admissions
2-3 years of the same world language
is recommended

14. What classes do I have to take????
1 credit in a Fine or Performing Art
1 credit in physical education and health (H.O.P.E.)
8 other Elective credits

15. The Scheduling Process
Course selection sheets have gone out
8th Grade teachers have made recommendations
Students have 2-3 elective selections to make

16. The Scheduling Process
BC Counselors & Admin. will meet with students
PRMS – March 6 & 7
NNMS – March 9

17. The Scheduling Process
All students will receive final copy for one final revision
Parent needs to sign & turn into middle school by Friday, March 10
No additional changes will be honored after March 10

18. Mr. Ken Andiorio
Activities Director

19. General State of #BCNation
Encourage participation in athletics, clubs, & performing arts
Get involved with as much as you can and keep grades up
Build school spirit
Only 1 shot at your high school years
3 athletic seasons – be a multisport athlete
Clubs enhance personal interest and classroom experiences
Performing arts are incredible at BCHS
Band, Choir, Drama
JROTC provides multiple opportunities to serve and learn

20. Requirements to participate in performances, clubs, and sports
2.0 unweighted cumulative GPA
Physical exam (good for 365 days)
Free at BCHS Saturday, April TBD – Boys at 8:00, Girls at 9:00
Parental consent form including insurance information
Concussion & Heat Related Illness form
Original or certified copy of birth certificate
Travel Authorization form
Consent to Random Drug Testing
Cougar Code of Conduct
Emergency Medical Information form

21. Barron Collier High School
Mr. Jose L. Hernandez, Principal
Mr. Geronimo Mulholland, Assistant Principal, C & I
Mr. Michael Richardson, Assistant Principal, A & D
Mrs. Theresa Gersbach, Assistant Principal
Mr. Ken Andiorio, Activities Director
Mrs. Melissa Hunter, Director of Guidance

22. 2017-2018 Barron Collier High School
~ Where All Students Can Learn ~