High School Graduation Requirements for Class of 2017 Students

1. Class of 2017 Mr. Peters: A-Cos Mrs. Chancey: Cou-G Mrs. Poitier: H-Ll Mrs. Figarella: Loc-Pen Mrs. Collins: Peo-Sim Mrs. Norgan: Sin-Z

2. Demographics • Student records should have correct: • Address • Phone number • Social Security Number *SSN is not required but recommended for matching of college and scholarship applications to high school transcripts *Provide original SS Card to Mrs. Robinson to add to record Class of 2017!

3. 4 year/24 Credits Graduation Requirements • 4 English • 4 Math (Algebra 1 – pass EOC/ Geometry – take EOC) • 3 Natural Sciences ( Biology – take EOC) • 3 Social Studies (World Hist., US Hist., US Gov & Econ.) • 1 Fine/Performing Art or Practical Art • 1 Physical Education (Personal Fitness/Other PE) • 8 Electives • 1 online (PVS/FLVS) course • Passing score on Grade 10 FSA English Language Assessment • Passing score on Algebra 1 EOC • Cumulative un-weighted 2.0 GPA • 2 World Languages (not required for graduation - required for admission to State Universities/BF; strongly recommended by Florida College System) Class of 2017!

4. State Assessment Requirements & District EOY’s For graduation, students must pass: • Grade 10 FSA ELA • earn Concordant ACT-R (19) or SAT-V (430) • Algebra 1 End of Course (EOC) • earn Concordant PERT-M (97) • Retakes administered in the Fall and Spring Students must take all EOC and EOY exams: • EOC= End of Course Exam • EOY = End of Year Exam • EOC and EOY will count for 30% of each semester grade Class of 2017!

5. High School CoursesDistrict EOYs • Numeric Calculation; note on report card denotes EOY is 30% of each final course grade. • Numeric Calculation: each semester grade is independent of each other; note on report card denotes: Blank exam column indicates year-long course calculation; no 1st semester exam; EOY is 30% of final semester grade. • Unit/Quarter/Semester assessments are included in quarter grades.

6. State EOC Courses(Algebra 1, Algebra 2, Biology, Geometry, US History) • Numeric Calculation; numeric table of EOC scores to be provided by AAE Department; each semester grade is independent of each other; note on report card denotes: Blank exam column indicates year-long course calculation; no 1st semester exam; EOC is 30% of EACH final semester grade. • Genesis will calculate the final semester grades - teachers will not enter EOCs into the grade book (EOC scores are received directly from FLDOE).

7. How is Grade Point Average (GPA) determined? • Determined by all classes taken (points earned/number of classes taken) • Un-Weighted GPA • A = 4 pts • B = 3 pts • C = 2 pts • D = 1 pts • F = 0 pts • Weighted GPA • Honors = .5 pt • Dual-Enrollment = 1 pt • Advanced Placement = 1 pt • Final Graduation GPA – 3.2 and above walk in rank order • Honors delineation • 3.2 = Honors (burgundy cord) • 3.5 = Cum Laude (green cord) • 3.75 = Magna Cum Laude (gold cord) • 4.00 = Summa Cum Laude (green/gold cord) • Ranking available Fall of Sr. Yr. Class of 2017!

8. Merit Designation • In addition to meeting the standard high school diploma requirements: • Attain one or more industry certifications Class of 2017!

9. Scholar Designation • In addition to meeting the standard high school diploma requirements: • 1 credit in Algebra II • 1 credit in Statistics or an equally rigorous mathematics course • Pass the Biology EOC • 1 credit in Chemistry or Physics • 1 credit in a course equally rigorous to Chemistry or Physics • Pass the U.S. History EOC* • 2 credits in the same world language • 1 credit in an AP or Dual-Enrollment course *student is exempt from the U.S. History assessment if they are enrolled in AP U.S. History and earn the minimum score to earn college credit Class of 2017!

10. Online virtual education GRADUATION REQUIREMENT Class of 2017!

11. Online virtual education • Student/Parent requests the course on www.flvs.net(complete instructions are available on the GJHS website) • Return a completed ‘Notification of Registration for Florida Virtual School Class’ form to the Guidance Office. • Your counselor will check to make sure you’ve requested the correct course and approve the course. • FLVS/PVS will place you with a teacher. FLVS may take a few weeks. PVS may take only a few days. • Continue to check your FLVS account for placement. • Virtual grades in EOC courses must be recalculated to include EOC exam score Class of 2017!

12. Dual Enrollment ELIGIBILITY • Students must have a minimum of six (6) core credits in order to be approved to dual enroll • Students must have an unweighted 2.5 GPA for elective, non-academic subjects • Students must have an unweighted 3.0 GPA and pass PERT in the subject area for academic subjects • Full Time Dual Enrollment requires a minimum un-weighted 3.2 GPA and a 3.0 in Alg. 2 Class of 2017!

13. Dual Enrollment • 6 core academic HS credits 1 DE course/term • 8 core academic HS credits 2 DE courses/term • 10 core academic HS credits 11 DE hours/term • Full Time Early Admission 12th grade 12-15 DE hours/term • High School & College transcripts include Dual Enrollment grades. Class of 2017!

14. 7 Steps to Dual Enrollment 1. Apply as DE student on PSC website (www.polk.edu) under Admission and Aid • Complete the application to receive a student ID number • Bring student ID number to counselor to obtain a PERT ticket 2. Take PERT at PSC unless you have SAT or ACT scores • Request ACT/SAT scores be sent directly to PSC in order to be official and used for registration purposes 3. Return scores to counselor to discuss available courses based on PERT (ACT/SAT) and GPA 4.  Select courses 5.Complete the orientationonline at www.polk.edu • required before being allowed to register for classes 6.Register for courses through PSC personnel 7.Bring copy of course schedule back to counselor • This is required in order to schedule student correctly and to obtain books for the dual enrollment courses * Steps 3 – 7 are completed prior to every semester Class of 2017!

15. Community service & Transcripts • Community Service must be completed for a non profit or not for profit agency • Not required for graduation • At least 100 hrs recommended for colleges and scholarships • 250 hrs– cord for graduation ceremony • Turn in ASAP for scholarships • Final deadline – May 1st (Senior Year) • Transcripts • Place request in the binder labeled ‘Transcripts’ on the front counter of the Guidance Office • First 3 for colleges are free, then $2 charge for additional • Scholarship transcripts always free • See Mrs. Robinson in Guidance Class of 2017!

16. Post secondary plans? • 4 year University • 2 + 2 Florida College System • Technical School • Full Time Employment • Military Class of 2017!

17. State University Systemcore admission requirements Planning to go straight to a 4 yr college after high school? Minimum Requirements • Coursework • 4 English • 4 Math • 3 Science • 3 Social Studies • 2 Foreign Language • 2 Academic Electives • Minimum High School GPA 2.5 • Test Minimums • Critical Reading • SAT 460 or • ACT 19 • Mathematics • SAT 460 or • ACT 19 • English with Writing • SAT 460 or • Combined ACT Plus Writing 18 Class of 2017! Universities may establish higher admissions Standards than those listed above

18. State University Systemmatrix Class of 2017!

19. Florida College System#1 in accessing higher education • Florida 2 + 2 system  a bachelor’s (4 yr) degree • Earn an Associate of Arts (2 yr) degree at a Florida College System institution, then transfer to a 4 yr institution • AA degree at a Florida college guarantees students the opportunity to earn a bachelor’s degree at a university or Florida college offering 4 yr degrees • Visit www.fldoe.org/articulation/pdf/Pathways_to_Success.pdf • Florida Colleges offer Associate of Science (2 yr) degrees, Certificate Programs, and Applied Technical Diplomas • Lead directly to employment • Potential to earn more money than with some 4-yr degrees Class of 2017!

20. Career & Technical Centers Traviss & Ridge Career Centers • Architecture & Construction • Arts, A/V Technology & Communication • Business, Management & Administration • Health Science • Hospitality & Tourism • Human Services • Information Technology • Transportation, Distribution & Logistics More information visit www.traviss.edu and schools.polk-fl.net/ridge Class of 2017!

21. Education Pathways Florida College System (such as Polk State College) A.S. in ComputerNetwork Engineering Technology Florida Earnings: Average Annual Wage $73,403 Entry Annual Wage$45,282 Experienced Annual Wage $87,443 Career & Technical Education (such as Traviss Career Center) Lakeland Average Annual Wage Electrician: $39,395 Surgical Technician:$38,875 Automotive Mechanic:$38,210 Fire Safety Investigator: $58,989 Class of 2017!

22. Military Options • Brush up on military missions of each branch • Army: “serve the American people, defend the Nation, protect vital national interests” • Air Force: "fly, fight, and win in air, space, and cyberspace." • Navy: “protect and defend the right of the United States and its allies to move freely on the oceans and to protect the country against her enemies” • Marine Corps: “the amphibious forces of the United States” • Coast Guard: “In time of war, the President can direct all, or part of, the Coast Guard under the service of the Navy.” • Visit with a recruiter • Utilize www.march2success.com to prepare for the ASVAB • Take the ASVAB which measures your strengths, weaknesses, and potential for future success in military and civilian occupations • Take your commitment seriously • Train for the Military Mindset • Military Entrance Processing Station

23. FLVC.org FloridaShines.org Class of 2017!

24. Paying for Post Secondary Education Four basic types of financial aid: • Scholarships – Free money • Academic achievement • Financial need • Minority students • Children of Veterans • Grants – Free money • Federal Aid –fafsa.ed.gov • State Aid - www.floridastudentfinancialaid.org • Work study/employment – Earn it • Based on financial need, jobs that allow students to work to pay for their education expenses • Loans – borrow it, repay it • Federal loans for students and parents offer low interest rates Class of 2017!

25. Bright Futureswww.floridastudentfinancialaid.org • Florida Academic Scholarship • Florida Medallion Scholarship • Gold Seal Vocational Scholarship • Always refer to the website at www.floridastudentfinancialaid.orgfor changes in scholarship requirements All BF requirements subject to change Class of 2017!

26. Bright Futures: FAS/FMSwww.floridastudentfinancialaid.org Florida Academic Scholar & Florida Medallion Scholar Class of 2017!

27. Gold Seal Vocational Scholars 1 Fine/Practical Art 1 Physical Education 3 CTE Credits 3.0 weighted GPA overall 3.5 un-weighted GPA Career Courses 30 CSH Class of 2017! • Gold Seal applies only to vocational certifications but courses leading to an AA or AS are excluded.

28. Bright Future Award Amounts Class of 2017! Bright Futures award amounts vary yearly

29. Resources: Financial Aid • Scholarship bulletin: GJHS website – georgejenkinshs.com • Paying for college: www.floridashines.org • Financial Aid night at GJHSeach December • Financial Aid Websites: • www.floridastudentfinancialaid.org - Online application for all Florida Department of Education financial aid programs, including Bright Futures. • www.fldoe.org - Florida Department of education • www.fafsa.ed.gov - Free application for federal student aid • www.fastweb.org- Free scholarship search • www.bigfuture.collegeboard.org– Planning for college • www.collegegoalsundayusa.org – free financial aid info and assistance See handout and website for more ‘Resources on the Web’ *Beware of scams! Never pay for a scholarship!!! Class of 2017!

30. ACT/SAT Testing ACT - www.actstudent.org SAT - www.collegeboard.org • For college applications and scholarships including Bright Futures • Juniors should take the SAT/ACT as soon as possible! • New SAT starts March 2017 • Provide accurate email address for notifications of when test scores are available online Class of 2017!

31. ACT/SAT Testing Class of 2017! NEW SAT

32. Qualifying for Sat & Act waivers How to obtain ACT & SAT Waivers:A student may receive up to 2 SAT and 2 ACT waivers and up to 5 college applications fee waivers while in high school. At least 1 SAT/ACT waiver must be used to be eligible for the college application and NCAA fee waivers. To receive the testing waiver, each student must:   • Qualify for Free/Reduced Lunch - lunch form must be completed & submitted to cafeteria manager each year • Create an account on the SAT and/or ACT websites. • Complete the test registration; including photo upload. • See Counselor on designated waiver dates with log in and password information. • Students are eligible for 1 waiver per test as a Junior Class of 2017!

33. Recommendation LettersCollege Athletics Need a Letter of Recommendation? • Always ask at least 2 weeks in advance • Complete the student self-assessment form & résumé College athlete? • Students must check with their interested colleges to find out their sports accreditation agency (NCAA, NAIA) • Know the eligibility requirements Class of 2017!

34. Coming Attractions Class of 2017! Junior Conferences!!!!!!

35. Resources http://georgejenkinshs.com Class of 2017!

36. Q & A Class of 2017!