Tuesday, September 15, 2015
6:30pm
BARRON COLLIER HIGH SCHOOL
JUNIOR-SENIOR POST-SECONDARY PLANNING
NIGHT
BCHS Administration
Mr. Jose M. Hernandez, Principal
Mr. Geronimo Mulholland, Asst. Principal for Curriculum & Instruction
Mr. Michael Richardson, Asst. Principal for Discipline & Attendance
Mrs. Theresa Gersbach, Asst. Principal for Discipline & Attendance
Mr. Ken Andiorio, Activities Coordinator
Counseling DepartmentMrs. Melissa Hunter
Counseling Chair, A-C & Full-time ESE, All Grades
Ms. Amanda EdsonD-J & ELL, All Grades
Mr. Eric DiegelK-Q, Dual Enrollment, All Grades
Ms. Terry Kalten
R-Z, Scholarships, All Grades
Counseling Department & Advisors
Ms. Denyse Syfrett
Intervention Specialist
Ms. Saramay Dennison Testing Coordinator
Mr. Charles Shanks Senior Class Sponsor
AGENDA
Graduation Requirements
Academic-Core/Grade-Point Averages
College Admissions Criteria
SAT and ACT
Selecting a College
College Application Process
AGENDA Florida Community College System Financial Aid Process Bright Futures /Local Scholarship NCAA Military Options
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTSCLASSES OF 2016 & 2017
• Required Credits: 24• English 4.0• Math 4.0• Science 3.0• Social Science 3.0• Performing Art 1.0• HOPE 1.0• Elective Credits 8.0
Online Course • SUS Foreign language requirement• 2 years of same language
ADDITIONAL GRADUATION REQUIREMENTSCLASSES OF 2016 and 2017
FCAT 2.0 /FSA Reading Level 3 (245)+ or SAT 430 or ACT 19
Un-weighted cumulative GPA 2.0+ on 4.0 scale
Algebra 1 EOC Exam required
GRADE-POINT AVERAGES
State “un-weighted” for graduation
Local “weighted” for class ranking
SUS “academic core” (refer to Matrix)
College/university admissions
Bright Futures Scholarships
WEIGHTED CALCULATIONS Honors/Pre-AICE
Add .02 points each semester, grade of “C” or better
Ex. English 1 H: A = 4.02 (0.5 credit)
Ex. English 1 H: A = 4.04 (1.0 credit)
AP/DE/AICE
Add .04 points each semester, grade of “C” or better
Ex. AP English A = 4.04 (0.5 credit)
Ex. AP English A = 4.08 (1.0 credit)
COLLEGE ADMISSIONS CRITERIA
Rigorous academic program
Strong senior year
Recalculated Core GPA
Strong Performance
Improvement and Consistency
Quality of admissions essay(s)
COLLEGE ADMISSIONS CRITERIA
Standardized Tests/SAT & ACT
Extracurricular Activities Special Talents & Interests Athletics Community Service
Looking for depth & breadth Leadership Employment
Coursework 4 English 4 Math ( Algebra 1
or higher) 3 Social Sciences 3 Natural Sciences
(2 with lab experiences
2 same world languages
2 electives Minimum HS GPA 2.5
Test Minimums Critical Reading
Sat 460 or ACT 19
Mathematics ACT 19 or SAT 460
English with Writing Combined ACT plus
Writing 18 or SAT 440 (Class of
2017 Writing becomes optional)
SUS STANDARD ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
SAT Reasoning test for college success skills
Writing, Critical Reading, and Mathematics
Time: 3 hours and 45 minutes
ACT Curriculum-based test
English, Mathematics, Reading, Science, and Writing
Time: 3 hours and 30 minutes
• Encouraged to take both SAT and ACT
• AP/AICE students should take the SAT II, as applicable
SAT & ACT
Redesigned SAT: Key Changes Beginning in March of 2016: 1. Words in Context – no more rote memorization 2. Command of Evidence – demonstrate & use evidence from text 3. Analyzing a Source – how did the author build an argument or
persuade the audience. 4. Focus on the Math that Matters – Heart of Algebra, Problem Solving &
Data Analysis, Complex Equations, brief section on Geometry, Trig, radian measure, and complex numbers
5. Problems Grounded in Real World Contexts – problem solving via edits & revisions in real majors & careers
6. Analysis in History/Social Science & Science - read & comprehend texts, synthesizing & problem solving.
7. U.S. Founding Documents & the Great Global Conversation – a passage to inspire understanding & an analytical reflection on civic understanding
8. NO PENALTY FOR GUESSING!! Give the BEST answer you have for every question!
SELECTING A COLLEGEDo Your Research
Attend local/regional college open houses
Attend College Night, Golden Gate HS Sept. 21st from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Meet college recruiters at BCHS View College websites/Schedule a campus tour
Read US News and World Report, Ruggs, Barrons, Peterson’s Guide, Colleges that Change Lives, etc.
SELECTING A COLLEGE• Do Your Research
Determine if you fit admissions profile
Visit collegesMajors and minors Faculty : Student Ratio Consider costs
Private vs. Public Transportation, clothes
BCHS COLLEGE APPLICATION PROCESS
Get Started NOW – APPLY EARLY
Select up to 5 colleges
Reach school, match school, safety school
Update your resume
Visit websites to access application
Letters of recommendation State Colleges/Universities
Private Institutions
Secondary School Reports
BCHS COLLEGE APPLICATION PROCESS
Students should meet with counselor (late Junior year/early senior year.
Request official transcripts to be sent to all colleges you are applying to.
UF/FSU – SSAR (Student Self-Reported Academic Report – List ALL courses & grades, list ALL attempts. Do NOT complete by memory. Work off of an unofficial transcript printed in Guidance.
Re-test on SAT/ACT (SAT II’s), if needed
Letters of recommendation
Secondary School Reports – SENDedu, Common App.
The Common Application is accepted by over 500 colleges and universities.
COLLEGE ADMISSION TERMS
Regular Admission
Rolling Admissions
Priority Deadline
Early Application
• Early Action – Non-binding
• Early Decision – Binding
FL COMMUNITY COLLEGE SYSTEM
28 Community Colleges in Florida 52 campuses Serve over 900,000 students 2 + 2 Program 67% enrolled in AA transfer program
33% enrolled in AS & Certificate programs
COMMUNITY COLLEGE ADMISSIONS
Standard High School Diploma/GED ACT / SAT or PERT needed for
registration 2 + 2 Program
Earned AA/AS degree Students transfer to 4-year institution Minimum 2.0 GPA Universities are increasing GPA
requirements
COMMUNITY COLLEGE ADVANTAGES
Open access
Close to home or major university
Quality instruction at lower cost
Low student - instructor ratios
Smaller class sizes
Instructors’ primary focus is on teaching
High school DE/scheduling flexibility
BRIGHT FUTURES SCHOLARSHIPS
Fixed cost per credit hour Based on award level GSV, FMS, FAS
Institution Type Vocational/technical, 2-year, 4-year
Reimbursement required for any course dropped
BRIGHT FUTURES SCHOLARSHIPS 2016
Gold Seal Vocational (GSV)• 3 sequenced credits in practical arts• 30 volunteer hours required• SAT (V+M) (minimum 440 each subtest)• ACT (English 17, Reading 18, Math 19)• PERT (Reading 104, Writing 99, Math 113)
Florida Medallion (FMS)• 75 volunteer hours required• SAT (V+M) 1170• ACT (composite) 26
Florida Academic Scholars (FAS) • 100 volunteer hours required• SAT (V+M) 1290• ACT (composite) 29
REGISTRATION FOR BRIGHT FUTURES
Counselors will register students via senior English class in early January!
Registration must be completed by graduation – students have until end of June to qualify.
www.FloridaStudentFinancialAid.org
Financial Aid Workshop – Dec. 1st, 2015 BCHS Auditorium – 6:30 p.m.
LOCAL SCHOLARSHIPS
Visit www.collierschools.com – Scholarship link under Students tab
Scholarship presentations in senior classes January 2016 with registration for Bright Futures
Most local scholarships (90%) are need-based
Must submit a copy of 1040 tax return or W-2 Form to verify income
All documents are shredded in June 2016
SEEKING NEED-BASED AID
• District Workshop – College Goal Sunday - date TBA
• FAFSA – Free Application for Federal Student Aid• CSS Profile – College Board private financial
review, fee based. • Apply Early! Remember PIN• Need-based $ is time sensitive – check all your
schools Financial Aid Priority Deadline• Contact Information• www.fafsa.ed.gov• www.federalstudentaid.gov/pubs• 1-800-4-FED-AID
University of Florida –What does it cost to be a
GATOR?
2015-16 Costs for Florida Residents
Undergrad On/Off Campus
*Tuition / Fees $6,310
Books and Supplies 1,300
Computer/Cell Phone 1,260
Housing/Meals 9,650
Transportation 1,100
Clothing Maintenance 700
Personal / 270
Total Budget $20,590
COMMUNITY SERVICE
Many scholarships and college applications require community service
Must obtain prior approval from your school counselor or community service instructor
Forms available on the web page or in the counseling office
NCAA Divisions I and II
To participate in college athletics, students must register with NCAA
www.ncaa.org (online registration); fee of $75.00 (waivers possible, see counselor)
Athletes must be certified by the NCAA Clearinghouse and meet academic and athletic requirements
Once registered with NCAA students may request transcripts may be released to colleges and coaches
Transcripts from ALL high schools the student has attended will be required by NCAA
Please send ACT/SAT scores directly to NCAA, Code: 9999
Military Options Military Entrance Exam: ASVAB (Armed
Services Vocational Aptitude Battery) – encouraged for all 10, 11, and 12th graders
ASVAB administration on October 27, 2015 – sign up in Guidance!
Post 9-11 GI Bill - $$$
Earn your degree while serving active duty
Military Scholarship Information
US Air Force -- http:www.airforce.com
US Army -- http:www.goarmy.com
US Coast Guard -- http:www.uscg.com
US Marine Corps -- http:www.marines.com
US Navy -- http:www.navy.com
Do’s and Don’ts
DO pay attention to deadlines Do read directions Do stay organized Do pay attention to grammar & spelling Do use appropriate email address, and keep it clean on social
media sites Do make contact with your admissions representative, military
recruiter, future employer – set your postsecondary plan in place! Do notify schools you are not attending. This opens admissions
seats for others Don’t procrastinate Don’t have your parents complete any applications other than
FAFSA Don’t forget to apply to housing/send deposit early! Don’t forget to BREATHE and enjoy your high school experience!
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