Lawton Chiles High SchoolLawton Chiles High School

Welcome to the 2011-2012

Sophomore

and

Junior

Parent Night

Guidance Department

Mrs. Kim Scott A - Da

Mrs. Kim Brumage De - He

Ms. Alice Mathis Hi - Me

Mr. Ron Callahan Mi - Sc

Mrs. Teresa Dennis Se – Z

Mrs. Cindy Fisher, Guidance Secretary

Mrs. Jeanne Tucker, Registrar

Counselor Roles

School issues Personal issues Academic advisement Career and college advisement Scholarship information

Standard Graduation Requirements English: 4 credits Math: 4 credits -including Algebra I or its

equivalent and Geometry(for sophomores) Science: 3 credits Social Studies: 3 credits ( World History, U.S.

History, Economics and U.S. Government) Physical Education: 1 credit (HOPE-PE) Arts: 1 credit (Fine or Approved Practical Art) Electives: as needed for a total of 24 credits Pass FCAT Reading and Math (juniors only).

(Sophomores must pass FCAT Reading only). Earn a 2.0 unweighted GPA

– (info. found on course request forms and Agenda handbook)

Approved Practical Arts classes for graduation (c/o 2013/2014)

Culinary Arts II Communication Technology Engineering Technology TV Production (Intro. to Info. Tech) Web Design

New for Juniors this year: College and Career Ready Assessments

Students are considered college and career ready when they have the knowledge, skills, and academic preparation needed to enroll and succeed in introductory college credit-bearing courses within an associate or baccalaureate degree program without the need for remediation.http://www.fldoe.org/cc/collegecareerreadiness.asp

Common Placement Testing2011-2012 (for current Juniors) College readiness evaluation is required for students who score

– Grade 10 FCAT 2.0 Reading (Levels 2 or 3)– Grade 10 FCAT Mathematics (Levels 2, 3, or 4)

Postsecondary Education Readiness Test (P.E.R.T)- will be the required evaluation. (Chiles will be offering this computerized exam in May).

– OR its equivalent –(SAT or ACT scores may be substituted so we are encouraging juniors to take one or both of them before May to be exempt from P.E.R.T.)

– SAT/ACTEquivalent scores for P.E.R.T. College Readiness:

SAT-I, The College Board                 Verbal                                 440

                Mathematics                     440               

Enhanced ACT, American College Testing Program                Reading                              18                 English                              17             Mathematics                    19    More information to follow regarding how career and college readiness standards will

be incorporated into English and math classes for next year.

State Board Education Rule 6A-10.0315, F.A.C.

Promotion to 11th grade 10 credits 1.5 unweighted GPA

Promotion to 12th grade 17 credits 2.0 unweighted GPAStandardized tests and performance in courses are used for academic

placement.

Registration will begin Tuesday, March 5th

11th grade progression

English III or AP Language and Comp. Math Science U.S. History

Plus any course/program student plans to continue next year (foreign language, drama, chorus, band, Engineering Tech)

New options:New options:Advanced Placement – college level courses, possibility to earn

college credit – applications were due to Mrs. Dunlap (room 7103) on Feb. 17.

DCT work study program –takes at least two periods of the day(one DCT class and at least one off campus On- the- job- training (OJT) period. Spaces limited- application due to Ms. Sherry- Rm7122

12th grade progression

Senior English –

Classical/Contemporary Literature

AP Literature or AP Language (if not already taken)

TCC Dual Enrollment (ENC1101/1145) U.S Government and Economics (one semester

of each) Math Science Plus any course/program student plans to

continue next year (foreign language, drama, chorus, band, Web Design)

AP versus Dual EnrollmentWhat is the difference?

AP:– College credit earned only after passing AP exam in May. (passing rates vary by college).– High School credit awarded with passing grade (no exam requirement).– Receives one full weighted point GPA (for “C” and above grades) for Chiles calculations.(Colleges vary).– Usually more rigorous coursework. Known for Academic Rigor and College Preparation.– National program and a part of the College Board company. – More universally accepted in out of state colleges. (still check individual college).– Requires completed AP application and teacher and parent signature.

Dual Enrollment:- College credit earned with grade of “C” or higher in class. (no exam required )

--High School credit earned with passing grade in class (no exam required).

-- Receives one full weighted point GPA (for “C” and above grades) for Chiles calculations.(Colleges vary).

-- Recognized more for Acceleration opportunity for basic college core credits

-- Partner program with Tallahassee Community College for on-campus programs (for seniors only).

-- College Credits awarded at all Universities in the state of Florida (Out of state colleges vary- need to check with admissions).

-- Requires unweighted 3.0 GPA and passing score on FPERT, SAT or ACT.

-- Grade will remain on college transcript.

-- Students who have scored a passing score on an equivalent AP exam are not permitted to enroll in that corresponding course per TCC policy. (i.e. a 3 on AP Lang taken in junior year means the student cannot enroll in Dual Enrollment English senior year.)

-- Florida Universities will rescind admissions offer if a student’s college GPA is < 2.0

(i.e. if taking one dual enrollment course, 1 “D” = rescinded offer).

--Must maintain an (unwtd.) 3.0 Chiles and TCC GPA to continue second semester of course.

Grad Check CardBegin officially tracking juniors for graduation spring of junior year.Copy given to juniors at registration – pay attention to blank/highlighted boxes, GPA and total credits

Name____________________________________________ Student number_______________________ Counselor_____________Required Courses Necessary to Graduate :

English I English II English III or AP Lang

Math Math Math Math

Science ience Science

Wld History American History American Gov Economics

HOPE PE Practical/Fine Arts

English (from

required list)

½ credit in practical and Fine Arts

OR1 credit in either practical or Fine

Arts Credit Total Cum. Total. 9th 10th

11th Total Cum. Total 1st Semester2nd SemesterSummer

12th1st Semester2nd Semester 2.0 un-weighted GPA required for graduation

FCAT - Math FCAT - Reading

Student’s signature and date

Algebra I orEquivalent

NOTE: It is the student’s responsibility to take and pass the

appropriate courses necessary to meet the graduation

requirements. If any errors are noted on the credit check, it is the

STUDENT’S RESPONSIBILITY to contact the Guidance

department immediately. DO NOT ASSUME ANYTHING.

New 12th grade options include:

TCC Dual Enrollment -English, Western Civilization, and Math (Liberal Arts Math and College Algebra).

Requirements 3.0 unwgt gpa, and passing FPERT scores (offered in May at Chiles) (SAT/ACT can be substituted for FPERT).

DCT work study program – takes at least two periods of the day - one DCT class and at least one off campus On- the- job- training (OJT) period – limited spaces. Applications due during registration. Ms. Sherry- Rm 7122.

Honors/gifted externship program (Professional internship program)– limited spaces. Applications can be picked up from Mrs. Dunlap (Rm 7103) and are due

Options After High School

Work Military Vocational School 2 year Community College 4 year College/University

Minimum Admissions Requirements for Public Universities in Florida

19 core academic courses to include regular graduation requirements PLUS the following:

• 4 Math (minimum Algebra I, Geometry & Algebra II)• 2 Foreign Language (in the same language)• 4 academic electives

We strongly recommend surpassing the minimumRequirements! (I.e. upper level math, foreign language, additional

science and social studies.)

- Sliding scale for SAT/ACT according to recomputed academic GPA

- SAT and ACT with writing- Always check individual college website-admissions-for

specific requirements

State University and Bright Futures (FAS and FMS) Minimum Math Curriculum

Sophomores and Juniors (class of 2013/2014):

– Algebra IA + Algebra IB = 1 Math Credit

(Still counts as 2 Math Credits for High School Graduation purposes and for Gold Seal Scholarship)

What else are colleges looking for?

Strong academics (check website for average gpa and test scores of those accepted for reference).

Well-rounded students (extracurricular activities, leadership roles)

SAT and/or ACT scores (SAT II – subject area tests may be needed for competitive, private school, etc. check web site)

Letters of recommendation

Essays

Community College Reasons to consider:

– Less expensive– Smaller classes– More time for maturity/career decision making

Admission requires a regular high school diploma– CPT (or passing equivalent of SAT/ACT) used for placement (I.e.

remedial classes) Students who take college prep courses in high school are

more likely to be successful.

Two main pathways– 1. AA Degree (for transfer to a 4 year University)– 2. AS or other certificate (training programs to earn certificates for

world of work).*high school vocational classes taken for college credit may only be applied to this degree

Priority registration is offered to our seniors in earlyJune – make sure your student takes advantage of it in their senior year!

Vocational Schools

Schools with specific job training opportunities (I.e. Lively, Keiser College, Aveda, Job Corps, Disney Career Start, TCC)

Students earn certificates to begin career after completing program.

Military

Chiles has military recruiters representing the Air Force, Army, Navy, and Marines.

Great opportunities for college scholarships and job training.

Juniors are encouraged to take the ASVAB if they have an interest in joining the military or if they want to take an aptitude test.

Work Students can enter the workforce after graduation. (It is a plus if they

already have experience in their field.) However, note that around 80% of jobs will require some

education/training past high school as of the year 2010.(vs. 40% in 1950 and 65% in 1991).

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Types of Financial Aid Scholarships

– Bright Futures for Florida schools (see brochure for requirements. Mrs. Scott is coordinator)

– Check in “scholarship info.” file in filing cabinet in guidance for applications we receive (Mrs. Dennis is the scholarship coordinator).

– Check with individual schools/websites.– Computer on-line searches (see ‘helpful websites’ at end of

presentation).– Books (IRC, Career library in guidance, public library, bookstores).– Check with your employer for company scholarships.

– Beware of scams! (shouldn’t have to pay money for searches-many free searches available)

Loans (you must pay back) Grants (free money based on financial need) Work Study (work on campus to earn money)

Applying for Financial aid 1 Government aid (for grants and loans)

Fill out FAFSA early as possible after Jan. 1 of senior year.(deadline is May 1 for Florida schools)

FAFSA4Caster now available! (www.fafsa4caster.ed.gov) SAR (Student Aid Report) will be sent 3-4 weeks after submitting

FAFSA. Gives you your EFC (expected family contribution) amount which is also

sent to home state scholarship agencies (and other states applied for). 2. State Aid

Filling out FAFSA plus Florida Financial Aid application. 3. College Aid

Check individual college, financial aid administrator 4. Private Sources (see specific application requirements)

Bright Futures (fill out Florida financial aid form-see last slide for web address).

(Chiles usually offers a financial aid presentation in the fall. Please plan to attend for more information!)

Bright Futures Requirements Florida Academic Scholars (FAS): 3.5 weighted* GPA (16 required academic credits), 1280

SAT Critical Reading and Math or 28 ACT Composite Score (juniors) Sophomores need 1290 SAT Critical Reading and Math or 29 ACT Composite) and 100 hours of community service.

  Florida Medallion Scholars(FMS): 3.0 weighted* GPA (16 required academic credits) and

1020 SAT Critical Reading and Math or 22 ACT Composite Score (juniors) Sophomores need 1170 SAT Critical Reading and Math or 26 ACT Composite Score and 75 hours of community service.

  16 required academic credits include: 4 English 4 Math (minimum Alg. I, Geom. and Alg. II) 3 Science 3 Social Science 2 Foreign Language (in the same language)

  Florida Gold Seal Vocational Scholars Award: 3.0 weighted GPA in the 16 required

credits for graduation, 3.5 GPA in a 3 credit vocational program, 30 hours of community serve and a passing score on a college placement test (SAT 440 verbal & math, ACT reading 18, Eng. 17, math 19 or pass CPT)

 

Action plan for sophomores Set academic and personal goals

Review admissions requirements for schools that are of interest and plan your junior year schedule accordingly.

visit the campuses.

Stay involved in activities at school and in the community.

Work toward completing community service hours for scholarship opportunities. Please make sure your hours count by reviewing guidelines:

http://www.chiles.leon.k12.fl.us/real_chiles2/information/09_10schoolyear/CommunityServiceGuidelines.pdf

Take a personality inventory to help identify strengths and weaknesses and to research possible majors and careers.

– Florida Choices Planner – ASVAB is offered to juniors. (sign up in guidance next year)

Apply for a social security number if you don’t already have one

Plan to take the PSAT as an 11th grader in October 2012. This time it counts for scholarship opportunities.

Utilize “My College Quick Start” program with College Board: College planning, Major searching, Career Development tools all included. www.collegeboard.com

www.facts.org or direct link at : www.flchoices.org

www.collegeboard.com (My College Quickstart)

Action plan for juniors Meet with counselor - Review transcript, official grad check, senior schedule, and

scholarship opportunities. (See Mrs. Scott for specific Bright Future issues).

Stay involved in activities at school and community. Complete and document community service hours. (forms available on-line Chiles web site>information>Community service forms pg 1 and pg 2) Be sure to get your hours pre-approved by your guidance counselor. New rules apply.

Continue exploration of careers via computer assisted systems (i.e. Choices, ASVAB results, My College Quickstart, and Career Development workshops by guidance).

Get some type of experience/information about careers of interest (I.e. Externship, OJT, Volunteer hours, Interviews, etc.) Get to know what the job is REALLY all about!

Become familiar with admissions requirements at colleges that are on the top of your list and visit colleges.

Prepare and Register for and take the SAT and ACT. SAT II if required for admissions.

Search for scholarship opportunities. Visit the resource center in guidance and our website. www.chiles.leon.k12.fl.us Surf the web. (see resource list)

Prepare essays for admissions and scholarship opportunities.

For NCAA Athletes only: After Summer of junior year, apply for Initial Eligibility Clearinghouse and also review academic requirements for athletics in college www.ncaa.clearinghouse.net

Timelines for 2013 Grads August- October- college deadlines can be early. Plan early!!

– Retake final SAT/ACT tests for best score.– Letters of Recommendations – process takes a week or more – a

request along with resume to teachers or counselors is helpful– Continue the career exploration process – Use tentative career options to get ideas for college majors or

training schools. Research these options. December 1st, 2012 - Apply for Bright Futures after this date.

Parents please have your senior fill out the application- www.FloridaStudentFinancialAid.org (State Grants, Scholarships & Applications, and Apply Here).

Jan 1, 2013- Submit FAFSA asap after this date. Must submit for Bright Futures qualification (can use estimated tax info. until you can update it). http://www.fafsa.ed.gov/

February is common priority deadline for scholarships/aid. Mid April- plan to start receiving acceptance letters and financial aid

offers. May 1- Plan to accept or decline all offers around this time (unless

early decision). Summer- send final transcripts to your college

Resources on the web– http://www.floridastudentfinancialaid.org/ssfad/bf/ – Bright

Futures Website – www.collegeboard.com – SAT (information and registration),

AP,IB,CLEP (CHS code is 101654)(also My College Quick Start)– www.act.org - ACT (information and registration/ CHS code is 101654)

– www.review.com – Princeton Review for colleges, essay, test prep

– www.collegequest.com - College Search (by size, location, major, etc)

– www.facts.org (i.e. Bright Futures academic evaluation, Florida Choices Planner career assessment tools and info.)

– www.commonapp.org – Common admissions application used at many private colleges

– www.jobcorpsregion3.com Job Corps, training and education in 60 different vocations. Housing, medical care provided.

– www.keisercollege.edu Keiser career training school

– www.avedaflorida.com Aveda cosmetology school in Florida

– http://disney.go.com/disneycareers/careerstart/index.html Disney Career Start Program

http://www.collegeweeklive.com upcoming events…Register for free today!

MARCH 2012

Thurs., March 1 Study In Ireland Day

 

Tues., March 6 Alderson Broaddus College Online Open House

 

Wed. & Thurs., March 21 and 22

CollegeWeekLive SPRING

10 AM to 10 PM

Wed., March 28 Grand View University Online Open House

 

Wed., March 28 Michigan Tech University Online Open House

 

Thurs., March 29

Univ. of California, Santa Barbara Online Open House

 

Thurs., March 29

University of the Pacific Online Open House

2012 Spring Event Schedule2012 Spring Event Schedule

Date Event

March 21 - 22 CollegeWeekLive SPRING

April 24 STEM and Health Sciences Day

April 26 Georgia Colleges Day

May 3 Study Abroad Day

May 8 New York Colleges Day

Date Event

May 9 Texas Colleges Day

May 10 California Colleges Day

May 15 New England Colleges Day

May 17 North Carolina Colleges Day

May 24 Pennsylvania Colleges Day

Financial Aid and Scholarship Searches - www.fastweb.com - www.scholaraid.com

– www.brokescholar.com – www.FAFSA.ed.gov - Federal Financial Aid website, FAFSA

application

– www.Floridastudentfinancialaid.org – apply for BF and all Florida Financial Aid (Dec. 1 of senior year)

– Check individual college websites (ie: TCC has a web page for scholarships)

– www.bridges.com/more (to download the Know more no less Financial aid workbook: great for calculating college costs and understanding financial aid process)

– www.fafsa4caster.ed.gov (FAFSA4Caster for early planning)

– www.saystudent.com (maps financial aid process)