FRESHMAN CLASS OF 2018 Sophomore class of 2017

1. FRESHMAN CLASS OF 2018Sophomore class of 2017 23

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. Guidance Web Pagehttp://www.gulfcoastsharks.comOur Website is full of information Please take advantage of the resource • www.gradebook.collier.k12.fl.us • 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 • 1stQuarter Report Card 10/28/14 • 2ndQtr Interim 11/25/14 • 2ndQtr Report Card 1/13/15 • All reports are distributed in 7th period classes.

5. How do I ask My counselor a question? 1. Come to the student services department during lunch every day of the week and ask your 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.

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. • Email your counselor dombrl@collierschools.com • gilescy@collierschools.com • minskehe@collierschools.com • perrinco@collierschools.com • wessmade@collierschools.com

7. Class of 2017 Graduation Requirements • English 4.0 creditsMath (with Algebra 1 /Geometry) 4.0 crScience (Biology & 2 other lab sciences)3.0 crSocial Studies (WH, AH, Econ/Gov) 3.0 crFine/Practical/ or Perform. Arts 1.0 crHOPE 1.0 crElective Credits 8.0 cr • 1 online course________________________________________Total Credits 24.0 creditsNote: Foreign Language is not required for graduation. University system requires 2 year minimum.

8. Class of 2018 Graduation requirements English 4.0 creditsMath (with Algebra 1 /Geometry) 4.0 crScience (Biology & 2 other lab sciences)3.0 crSocial Studies (WH, AH, Econ/Gov) 3.0 crFine/Practical/ or Perform. Arts 1.0 crHOPE 1.0 crElective 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.

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 unweightedgpa

10. In addition to meeting the standard High School Diploma Requirements Scholar Designation Merit Designation 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 • 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

11. 4 Year Plan State university System

12. Bright futures scholarship Gold Seal Voc Scholars Award Florida Medallion Scholars Academic Scholars Award

13. Bright Futures Scholarship Gold Seal Award Florida Medallion Academic Award Remember: Bright Futures Scholarship Program requirements are subject to legislative change. Check Florida Department of Education for current scholarship program requirements: http://www.floridastudentfinancialaid.org/SSFAD/bf/

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, 2014 7pm • December 11, 2014 7pm • 1. 3.7 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. Community Service • 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

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.