1. FRESHMAN CLASS OF 2018 Sophomore class of 201723

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

3. Username: 6 digit student number Password: birth month and day
Guidance Web Page Our Website is full of information Please take advantage of the resource
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

4. 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.

5. 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.

6. 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.
your counselor

7. 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.

8. Class of 2018 Graduation requirements
English 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 cr Elective Credits cr
1 online course ________________________________________ Total Credits credits
Note: Foreign Language is not required for graduation. University system requires 2 year minimum.

9. 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

10. 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

11. 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

12. 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: Combined
(excludes Writing)
ACT: 26 Composite
SAT: Combined
ACT: 29 Composite

13. 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:

14. 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, pm December 11, pm 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

15. 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.

16. 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.

17. 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

18. 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.

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

20. 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.