SENIOR INFORMATION

MEETINGSpanish River Community High School

September 2012Presented by the Guidance Department

Guidance CounselorsA-D Mrs. Freedman

E-G, ESE Students Mrs. Loyacona

H-ME Mrs. Rockwell

MI-SG Mrs. Towers

SH-Z Mrs. Barry, Guidance Coordinator

FAU Intern Mrs. Mancuso

Graduation Requirements

•24 Credits Required

•Pass FCAT Reading and Math = 300 each

•GPA= 2.0

Graduation Requirements

• 24 Credits Required

• Pass FCAT Reading and Math = 300 each section

• 2.0 GPA in all courses

• 20 hours of community service• Due December 1

Course Requirements

• English - 4 credits• Math - 4 credits • Science - 3 credits • Social Studies - 3 credits• Physical Education - 1 credit HOPE• Performing/Fine Arts – 1 credit • Electives – 8 credits

Grade Point Average for Graduation

• 2.0 GPA in all credits attempted

• Competitive Universities require 3.5 and Higher

• Most recalculate your GPA/HPA

Spanish River School Code

100136

College Entrance Exams

• All college bound JUNIORS were advised to take the PSAT last October and the SAT and/or ACT between January and June 2012.

• SAT and ACT Fall dates:– SAT: Oct. 6, Nov. 3, Dec. 1– ACT: Sept. 8, Oct. 27, Dec. 8

COLLEGE ENTRANCE EXAMINATIONS

Scholastic Achievement Test SATCritical Reading, Math, and WritingMaximum Score 800 each sectionMinimum requirement (including writing)

State Universities: 1360(Read 460, Math 460, Writing 440)

American College Testing ACTVerbal, Math, Reading, ScienceMaximum Score 36 each sectionMinimum requirement (including essay)

State Universities:(Read 19, Math 19, Eng/Writing 18)

What are SAT II’s

• Subject-area tests- 1 hour length• Same registration procedure as SAT’s• Required for entrance at some colleges

– Register early!• Required for course placement at some

colleges• Check college application requirements• Next SAT II test date is Oct. 6th

SELECTING COLLEGES

• Safe Schools

• Match Schools

• Reach Schools

• Maximum 5-7 schools total

College Admissions Criteria• Academic achievements

– Challenging Courses– Test Scores– Essays– GPA/HPA

• Teacher recommendations• School/counselor recommendations for out-of-

state or private schools• Leadership and extra-curricular

accomplishments (include Academy info here)• “Special” talents

APPLICATION OPTIONS• REGULAR DECISION

– Due in January or February• November is recommended!• UF is November 1st• FSU is October 15th (Decision Dec. 19th)

• EARLY DECISION– Due November 1 – Response in December– Binding decision; You must withdraw other

applications

Take Action Early

COMMUNITY COLLEGE PLANNING

TESTING OPTION COLLEGE PLACEMENT TEST (PERT)

FEE $25

CONTENT READING, ENGLISH, MATH

2 + 2 PROGRAM in Florida:

FRESHMAN/ SOPHOMORE YEAR at COMM. COLLEGE

JUNIOR & SENIOR YEAR transfer to UNIVERSITY

AA Degrees

A student with an AA Degree is guaranteed admission to the State University System

*not necessarily university or degree program of choice

 Acceptance of 60 credit hours toward BA/BS degree Junior standing at university

51% of BA/BS degree recipients in State Universities are Community College transfers!

 

Open House and Campus Visits

• Check websites for Open House Dates• RSVP if necessary• Call to cancel if necessary• Be prepared with questions• Set-up appointments in advance with

specific departments/colleges

Things to Avoid

• Letting others make the choice for you

• Procrastination and waiting too long to apply

• Deciding not to apply because you think you would not be accepted

TEACHER RECOMMENDATIONS

• Determine who to ask– Applications may specify– Someone who knows your work and potential

• Give teachers 3 weeks to prepare letters• Give teachers your resume, forms needed,

and stamped, addressed envelopes• Remember to thank the teachers!!

Counselor Recommendations• For out-of-state and private

universities, submit your resume, personal statement, forms, and stamped, addressed envelopes

• Provide counselor with additional information if necessary

• Counselor will mail to college• Give counselors 3 weeks to

prepare letters

TRANSCRIPTS

• Transcripts require 48 hours to process• Private and out-of-state universities and

scholarship applications require paper transcripts

• Bring stamped, addressed envelopes for paper transcripts

• Electronic transcripts are NOT fast!– 3-5 days for university processing

• Fees: $1- electronic $3- paper

To Request a Transcript• Complete a blue request

form• Submit the form and payment

with stamped addressed envelope to Ms. Memoly in records

• Transcripts will be mailed to your college

• Electronic transcripts go directly to the college

NCAA Requirements

• Athletes must apply through the NCAA Clearinghouse

• Contact the NCAA website• Eligibiltycenter.org • Submit transcripts and test

scores as required

BRIGHT FUTURES Please refer to website

Apply Online December 1st

Florida Academic Scholars Award– $100 per credit hour at public universities– 3.5 GPA– 1280 SAT (not including Writing) or 28 ACT – 100 community service hours

Florida Medallion Scholars Award– $75 per credit hour at public universities – 3.0 GPA– 1020 SAT (not including Writing) or 22 ACT– 75 community service hours

SCHOLARSHIPS• University- Merit Based• Federal- National Merit, National Achievement• Private- agencies, companies, organizations

Look on our website for weekly

Scholarship Bulletins

WHEN FILING THE FAFSA“Free Application for Federal Student Aid”

• Do NOT file before January 1st 2013• Required for Bright Futures Scholarship

Senior Year• September

– Meet with counselor– Begin applications– Request teacher

recommendations• Retake ACT & SAT

– Register NOW– Make sure score reports

are sent directly to prospective schools and a copy to your counselor

• October– Study to maintain your

grades!!

• Request transcripts– $1.00 or $3.00 fee

• Write essays– Re-write essays

• Visit Colleges• Search for Financial Aid

WARNING!Admission directors warn that "senioritis" may be hazardous to your educational health. Colleges and universities may rescind their offer of admission if you do not follow through with the expected course work and maintain your grades. It is recommended that you continue to take the most rigorous course work throughout your senior year in order to be the most prepared for college work.