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College or Career?. A Journey to Adulthood. Behaviors for Success. Attendance is Critical Come prepared Avoid distractions Be engaged and attentive in class Take notes Study and complete homework Ask for help if you do not “get it” Know what is expected of you. Graduation Requirements. - PowerPoint PPT Presentation
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College or Career?
A Journey to Adulthood
Attendance is Critical Come prepared Avoid distractions Be engaged and attentive in class Take notes Study and complete homework Ask for help if you do not “get it” Know what is expected of you
Behaviors for Success
Graduation Requirements
4 English 4 Math
(Algebra I & higher) 3 Science
Must have Biology 1 World History 1 American History .5 American
Government .5 Economics
1 HOPE credit One course through
online learning 1 Fine, performing, or
practical art 8 electives Must total at least 24
credits GPA must be 2.0 or
above
Passing Score on FCAT Reading
Level 3:245
Or ACT Reading concordant score – 19
Passing score on Algebra 1 EOC
Level 3:399
Assessment Requirements
Bright Futures Scholarship Requirements
Florida Academic Scholarship
4 English4 Math Algebra 1 and higher(Liberal Arts Math & Informal Geometry do not count)3 Science (2 w/ lab)3 Social Studies
- World History- Am. History- Gov’t/Economics
2 Foreign LanguageGPA -3.5 weightedQualifying Test Scores
ACT = 29SAT = 1290
Florida Medallion Scholarship
4 English4 Math Algebra 1 and higher(Liberal Arts Math & Informal Geometry do not count)3 Science (2 w/lab)3 Social Studies
- World History- Am. History- Gov’t/Economics
2 Foreign LanguageGPA -3.0 weightedQualifying Test Scores
ACT = 26SAT = 1170
Florida Gold Seal Scholarship
4 English4 Math (Algebra 1 and Higher3 Science (2 w/ lab)3 Social Studies
- World History- Am. History- Gov’t/Economics
1 Practical/Performing Arts1 Hope3 Vocational Courses(Must be a vocational program completer with a min. 3.5 GPA in 3 courses.)GPA—3.0 weighted
¨Students who are on to track to graduate in 2014 will apply after December 1, 2013.¨Students can track their progress toward Bright Futures eligibility by registering on FLVC.net¨Volunteer Hours—100 hours for Florida Academic , 75 hours for Florida Medallion, 30 hours for Gold Seal¨ACT and SAT scores vary by cohort year. Please see chart on the following page for specific details.¨The Bright Futures Scholarship program is regulated by legislative changes annually. ¨You can learn more by visiting www.floridastudentfinancialaid.org/ssfad/bf/
Early Graduation EGO
To qualify: Students must be on track to graduate Students must have passed the Reading FCAT and
Algebra 1 EOC. Students must complete an “Intent to graduate Early”
form it is available on the website. Students must meet with counselor to discuss and to fix
schedule appropriately. Next opportunity is January 2014. Please Consider the following:
Do you have a plan why you want to graduate early? Colleges & Universities frown upon this option . . . Double
check with them before you make this decision You can miss out scholarships & senior activities.
Dual Enrollment
Lake Sumter Junior or Senior Only 3.0 unweighted GPA Passed FCAT Reading Qualifying Scores on the
PERT test Must meet with
counselor to discuss Limited Course offerings
English & Social Studies Math & Science
Lake Tech Junior or Senior Only 2.0 GPA or higher On track for graduation Have chosen career goals See a counselor Take the TABE test Options include:
Automobile Service or Collision Nursing: CNA, HHA, PCT, Med
Assist. Cosmetology, Nail Specialty Public Safety – Police, Fire, EMT,
Paramedic
Resources
Academic First line of DEFENSE:
Your teacher – they can assist you with course mastery
Tutoring is available for most subjects on campus after school
Online resources – You Tube and Google are great
Your peers – they speak your language!
Personal Teachers Counselors Parents Principals Deputies Peers Send an e-mail, or come by
for emergencies
Choose the right option
4 year College Bachelors Degree Housing & travel costs Usually higher costs Stricter admissions
requirements Translates to a salary
range between $28,000 and $60,000 or higher**
Community College
Associates Degree Can live at home Lower cost May direct connect to colleges
for Bachelors Degree Translates to a salary between
$20,000 and $40,000**
**Salary ranges are approximate and largely depend on the career field and economic conditions. There is not a guarantee.
More options
Technical School Short in Duration A “Hands on” approach Low-cost programs Nursing, Automobile,
Cosmetology, Welding, Police, Fire, EMT, and more.
Salaries from $18,000 - $36,000**
Work Develop on-the-job skills Network with people Earn money right away Build a resume’ Minimum wage –
translates to less than $16,000 per year
**Salary ranges are approximate and largely depend on the career field and economic conditions. There is not a guarantee.
Military
BENEFITS Training and Valuable
Experience Salary and Health
Benefits Money for College Free Housing Promotions Retirement Benefits VA Loans and Assistance
TO DO
Take Rigorous Classes
Take the ASVAB Earn a High School
Diploma
Junior Class TO-DO
Take rigorous courses
Earn good grades Complete Volunteer
Work Take the ACT or
SAT once this year Complete online
course
Research Colleges, Military, Tech. School Visit the campus Refine your search
Explore Scholarship Opportunities
Stay connected – join a club, play a sport.
Fall – Continue to take rigorous course & earn good grades.
Apply for scholarships Take the ACT or SAT for the 2nd time Meet with your counselor Complete College Applications Take the ASVAB for Military Apply for Bright Futures after December 1
Winter – Avoid Senioritis Complete the FASFA after January 1 Continue doing well in classes Graduate Last time to take ACT/SAT for Bright Futures is June test dates
Senior Year – TO DO
Feedback
Log on to Moodle, go to guidance page, Class of 2015 information,
Junior Class Presentation Survey Please complete at this timeThank you for your attention!
Further Assistance
Mrs. Theobald is available!Tuesdays in Guidance Corner
Via e-mail [email protected] by appointment in the guidance office