Mrs. Collins A-CMrs. Chancey D-HEMrs. Poitier HI-MEMs. Duncan MI-SCMrs. Norgan SE-Z
CLASS OF 2015
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/Another PE) 8 Electives 1 online (FLVS/PVS) course Passing score on Grade 10 FCAT 2.0 Reading Cumulative un-weighted 2.0 GPA 2 World Language (required for admission to State Universities/BF;
strongly recommended by Florida College System)
MERIT DESIGNATION
In addition to meeting the standard high school diploma requirements:
Attain one or more industry certifications
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
STATE ASSESSMENT REQUIREMENTS
Students must pass:
Grade 10 FCAT 2.0 Reading
Algebra END OF COURSE (EOC)
HOW IS GRADE POINT AVERAGE (GPA) DETERMINED?
Determined by all classes taken (points earned/number of classes taken)
Un-Weighted GPA (A = 4PTS, B=3PTS, C=2PTS,
D=1PTS, F=0PTS) Weighted GPA
HONORS (.5 PT INCREASE, I.E. A= 4.5 PTS)
Dual-Enrollment ( 1.0 PT increase, I.E. A= 5.0 PTS)
Advanced Placement (1.0 PT increase , I.E. A=5.0 PTS)
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)
ONLINE VIRTUAL EDUCATION
GRADUATION REQUIREMEN
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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.
BRIGHT FUTURESWWW.FLORIDASTUDENTFINANCIALAID.ORG
Bright Futures Awards
Florida Academic Scholarship
Florida Medallion Scholarship
Gold Seal Vocational Scholarship
Award amounts are granted per credit hour
See website for more details
BRIGHT FUTURE AWARD AMOUNTS
Annual Tuition Costs Public University:
FSU $6,506 FAMU $5,827 UF $6,312
State College: PSC $3,365 Valencia $3,091
Private University: FSC $ 29,340 UM $43,040 UT $24,528
Bright Futures award amounts vary yearly
FLORIDA ACADEMIC SCHOLARS
4 English
4 Math (Algebra 1, Geometry, Algebra II, + Higher Math)
3 Natural Sciences
3 Social Sciences
2 years in same Foreign Language
3.5 GPA in these Academic Courses
SAT 1290 or ACT 29
100 Hours of Community Service
FLORIDA MEDALLION SCHOLARS
4 English
4 Math (Algebra 1, Geometry, Algebra II, + Higher Math)
3 Natural Sciences
3 Social Sciences
2 years in same Foreign Language
3.0 GPA in these Academic Courses
SAT 1170 or ACT 26
75 Hours of Community Service
GOLD SEAL VOCATIONAL SCHOLARS
This scholarship can only be used for vocational certifications. It will not pay toward courses leading to an AA or AS degree. 4 English 4 Mathematics (including Algebra 1) 3 Natural Sciences 3 Social Sciences 1 Fine/Practical Art 1 Physical Education 3 Credits in one vocational program 3.0 weighted GPA overall/3.5 un-weighted GPA Career Courses 30 CSH SAT – Rd 440/M 440 ACT – E 17/Rd 18/M 19 Pert - Rd 104/Wt 99/M 113
TESTING, TESTINGAND MORE TESTING!
ACT - www.actstudent.org
SAT - www.collegeboard.org
For college applications and Bright Futures, seniors should take/retake the SAT/ACT as soon as possible!
TESTING, TESTINGAND MORE TESTING!ACT Test Dates
SAT Test Dates
Test Date: Register by: Late Fees: Waivers: Oct. 25 Sept. 19 Oct. 3 Sept. 8 & 9 Dec. 13 Nov. 7 Nov. 21 Nov. 3 & 4
Test Date: Register by: Late Fees: Waivers: Oct. 11 Sept. 12 Sept. 30 Sept. 8 & 9 Nov. 8 Oct. 9 Oct. 28 Oct. 6 & 7 Dec. 6 Nov. 6 Nov. 24 Nov 3 & 4 FA
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STATE UNIVERSITY SYSTEM
CORE ADMISSION 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
Planning to go straight to a 4 yr college after high school?Minimum Requirements
Universities may establish higher admissions Standards than those listed above
STATE UNIVERSITY SYSTEM MATRIX
FLORIDA COLLEGE SYSTEM
#1 IN ACCESSING HIGHER EDUCATION Florida 2 + 2 system to earn 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
more information 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
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
EDUCATION PATHWAYS
Florida College System (such as Polk State College)
A.S. in Computer Network Engineering Technology
Florida Earnings: Average Annual Wage $73,403Entry Annual Wage $45,282Experienced Annual Wage $87,443
Career & Technical Education (such as Traviss Career Center)
Lakeland Average Annual Wage
Electrician: $39,395Surgical Technician: $38,875Automotive Mechanic: $38,210Fire Safety Investigator: $58,989
FLORIDA VIRTUAL CAMPUS
COMING ATTRACTIONS
• October—Individual Senior Conferences• December 1st –Bright Futures Application
Opens• December 8th –GJHS Financial Aid
Seminar
RESOURCES
http://www.georgejenkinshs.com/guidance/g_welcome.html