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Junior Night

• Class of 2016

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Topics

• Graduation Requirements
• Guidmii
• Bright Futures
• Post-Secondary Options
• Selecting a College
• Gaining Admission to College
• School Counseling Website
• Dates to Remember
• Next Steps
• Tips for Students
• Tips for Parents

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Class of 2016 Graduation Requirements

• 4 Credits English
• 4 Credits Mathematics including Algebra I and
  Geometry
• 3 credits Science including Biology 1 2 credits
  must have laboratory component
• 3 credits Social Studies-World History, U.S.
  History, U.S. Government and Economics
• 1 credit in Fine or Performing Arts
• 1 credit HOPE
• 7.5 credits electives
• One virtual course credit
• Minimum graduation credit requirement is 24

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Additional Requirements

• Students must pass Grade 10 FCAT Reading or earn
  concordant ACT/SAT test score.
• Students must pass Algebra 1 End of Course Exam
  or earn concordant PERT test score
• Grade Point Average must be at least
  2.0(unweighted State GPA)
• Two years of JROTC can substitute for HOPE and
  Performing/Fine Arts

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Guidmii

• Track various graduation requirements
• View GPAs-District, State, SUS, Bright Futures
• Review Bright Future Information and Scholarships
• College admissions information
• Sign in via mySPOT.

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Bright Futures

• Three level Florida Academic Scholar, Florida
  Medallion Scholars, and Gold Seal Vocational
  Scholars
• Minimum 3.5(FAS) or 3.0(FMS) GPA in core classes
  2 years of foreign language
• Community Service required!- 100 hours for FAS,
  75 for FMS, 30-GSV
• SAT/ACT requirementsFAS-1290 SAT/29ACT FMS-1170
  SAT/26ACT
• https//www.floridastudentfinancialaid.org

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Post-Secondary Options

• FourYear College
• Bachelors Degree
• Public and Private
• Selective Admissions
• Two-Year College
• Associates Degree
• Open Admissions
• Credit Transferable
• Technical School
• Increase in enrollment
• Certification and degree programs

• Gap Year
• Study Abroad
• Community Service
• Work Experience
• Military
• Army/Navy/Air Force/Marines/Coast Guard
• ASVAB October 23rd
• ROTC programs

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Selecting a College

• Questions to Ask
• Am I ready?
• Is this the best option for me?
• What elements comprise the best fit for me?

• Major
• Location
• Type of school
• Size
• Cost
• Student Body
• Social and cultural
• students on campus

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Gaining Admission to College

• High school record
• Strength of Course Selections
• SAT or
• ACT scores
• Activities
• Recommendations

• Essay
• Interest Level
• Special Talents
• Interview

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School Counseling Website

• School Counseling Calendars
• PSAT/SAT School Day Information
• Scholarship Information
• Forms for Students Parents
• College Representative Visits
• Graduation requirements
• Links to NCAA, Guidmii, SAT/ACT information,
  Edsby, etc.
• Community Service-Proposals MUST be approved
  before hours are completed!

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Upcoming Dates

• SAT-October 11th
• PSAT-October 15th
• ASVAB-October 23rd
• ACT-October 25th
• Field Trip-University of Miami/Florida
  International University-October 28th
• Strides for Education-November 1st
• Field Trip-University of Florida/Sante Fe
  College-November 5th
• SAT-November 8th
• Field Trip-Florida State University-November 10th
• Non-Profit Fair-November 12th
• Erwin Tech Field Trip-November 19th
• Great American Teach In-November 20th

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Next Steps

• Keep a record of all grades including tests,
  homework, papers, etc. in all classes.
• Continue extra curricular activities.
• Maintain strong academic performance and an
  excellent attendance record.
• Attend NACAC College Fair in January.
• Talk with parents about college needs, interests,
  etc.
• Take School Day SAT-February 25th.
• Register for SAT-June administration.
• Meet with counselor to discuss college needs,
  interests etc.
• List college choices with counselor.
• Schedule interviews and college visits for
  Spring, Summer and/or Fall.
• Continue to explore career options.

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Tips for Parents

• Understand that its a Process
• Be realistic and non-judgmental
• Dont compare your child with classmates
• Encourage your child to do the work be in the
  back seat and not the driver
• Be open to dialogue and responsive to questions
• Help your child keep deadlines
• Help your child initiate contact with colleges,
  gap year programs, military offices, and career
  opportunities

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Tips for Students

• Self-reflect know yourself
• What do you value?
• Future Goals/Interests
• Academic Strengths
• Personal Achievements/Standout Talents
• Keep an open mind
• Explore all of your options
• Dont procrastinate
• Keep your parents in the loop communicate!
• Take ownership of the process
• Visit your counselor often

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Questions?