2017 2018 TIMBERWOLF FRESHMAN Presentation WELCOME Class of

2017 -2018 TIMBERWOLF FRESHMAN Presentation WELCOME Class of 2021!!

Importance of a Good Start Happiness lies in the joy of achievement and the thrill of creative effort. Franklin D. Roosevelt n Transition to high school can be a challenge for many students. n A successful freshman year typically sets the tone for their high school career. n Success comes from commitment, effort and follow through.

Guidance Department Mrs. Natalie Garner A – De Scholarships Mrs. Kim Brumage Dh – Ha Bright Futures coordinator and Department Head Ms. Alice Mathis He – Mc Special & Programs ESOL, Summer Mrs. Jennifer Benton Me - Se Referral Coordinator Mrs. Jessica O’Neal Sh – Z Career specialist Mrs. Cindy Fisher, Guidance Secretary Mrs. Jeanne Tucker, Registrar

Counselor Roles (How we can help you. ) Personal matters n School matters n Academic advisement n Career and college advisement n Scholarship information n You can schedule an appointment with your counselor through our guidance secretary.

Standard Diploma Graduation Options A four-year, minimum of 24 -credits standard program, or n 18 credit ACCEL (see School Counselor for more information) Standard 24 Credit Graduation Requirements n English – 4 credits n Math – 4 credits (to include Algebra I and Geometry) n Science – 3 credits (to include Biology) n Social Studies – 3 credits ( World History, US History, Economics with Financial Literacy and US Government) n Health Opportunities in Physical Education (HOPE)– 1 credit n Fine Art or DOE Approved Practical Art – 1 credit n Electives – as needed for a total of 24 credits (8 credits) n Earn a 2. 0 Unwtd. GPA n Pass Gr. 10 ELA Common Core Assessment; (or SAT/ACT Reading concordant) n Pass Algebra I End of Course Exam (EOC or PERT) n Take Geometry , Biology, US History End of Course Exam (EOC) n Pass at least one online high school course offered by Leon County VS or FL Virtual School; course must meet the 24 credits requirement n Standard High School Diploma Designations n Students may earn one or more designations on their standard high school diploma— the scholar designation and the merit designation per s. 1003. 4285, F. S. Requirements are listed in the graduation requirements charts by grade nine entering

Practical Arts Courses at Chiles High School Approved to meet the Arts Graduation Requirement Web I, II n Digital Information Technology n TV Productions I, III, IV n Communications Technology I, III n Culinary Arts II, III n

Grading Scale Grade A B C D F Grading System Percent 90 -100 80 -89 70 -79 60 -69 0 -59 Earning Credit All courses earn 0. 50 credit upon successful completion of each semester. State EOC results count 30% of final grade, this currently includes: Algebra I, Geometry, Biology, and US History *Per grading period – you must earn a passing grade during the final grading period and/or exam to earn credit for the semester.

Grade Point Average n Students will have an official transcript with State unweighted and District weighted GPA after the completion of one semester of high school coursework. n Unweighted GPA is based on all courses awarded the standard grading of: A = 4. 0 B = 3. 0 n C = 2. 0 D = 1. 0 Weighted GPA is based on: Honors and honors gifted courses are awarded an extra. 5 for a semester grade of a C or better. A = 4. 5 Advanced Placement and dual enrollment courses are awarded an extra 1. 0 for a semester grade of C or higher. A = 5. 0 Many different GPAs: n 9 weeks GPA n Semester GPA n Cumulative GPA – District weighted and State unweighted n State unweighted GPA (used for promotion and graduation) n District weighted GPA (used for class rank and academic awards) n 2. 0 unweighted GPA is required to participate in extracurricular activities n Chiles High School GPA is different than GPAs computed by Bright

Academic History Report Top part of AH shows: *Passed Alg I EOC: Y or N *Passed Reading (FCAT/ELA): Date passed *Rank *credits earned (. 5 or 1) *grade (L=wtd. ½ pt. , H=wtd. 1 pt. )

Academic History part 2 Bottom part of AH shows: * 1. credits required for each subject area and 2. how many have been earned to date and 3. how many are needed. *total credits *GPA (unwtd. and wtd. ) *If online course reqmt is met: Y or N

Monitoring n Pinpoint Parent Portal allows students and parents to monitor the student’s status. n Grades n Attendance n Teacher Email n Email Alert Notifications Help. Desk for parent access to Pinpoint call 487 -7524 or pinpointtech@leonschools. net Progress Reports: Sept. 13, Nov. 8, Feb. 7, April 18 Report Cards: Oct. 25, Jan. 10, March 28, June (TBD mailed home)

10 study tips for Freshmen n n 1. Manage Your Time Wisely 2. Get Organized! 3. Identify How You Learn 4. Is There a Better Way to Study? 5. Catch Some Zzz’s 6. Attend Class 7. Ask Questions 8. Make Study Groups 9. Hone Those Writing Skills 10. Study Outside Reprinted from http: //www. campusexplorer. com/college-advicetips/C 6 CA 1844/Top-10 -Study-Skills-for-High-School-Students/

n Things High School Seniors Wish They Knew As Freshmen @Huff. Post. Teen Don’t tell people you like Justin Bieber it will ruin everything for you in 3. 5 years— Bizzy Emerson (@bizzyems) January 25, 2014 n @Huff. Post. Teen Don't take things so seriously. You only get to go through high school once, try to enjoy it. n Huff. Post. Teen Taylor Swift doesn’t have a better song that “Fifteen”. So be careful with your heart and know that life will get better @Huff. Post. Teen Be true to yourself. Read. Do your best. Be kind. Be true to yourself. AJ Bishop Music Anna. Jane. Bishop n n https: //www. huffingtonpost. com/2014/01/25/freshman-life-

Study finds that ninth grade marks predict college enrollment and success www. insidehighered. com (Sept. 25, 2017) n 9 th grade marks predicted whether students would graduate. n 9 th grade marks predicted retention through the end of the freshman year of college. n “It’s more that a successful freshman year paves the way for future success”- ( John Q. Easton- VP of programs at the Spencer Foundation) n

1 st Semester Exam Schedule Tuesday, December 12 7 th pd. exam 1: 55 -3: 40 Wednesday, December 13 1 st pd. exam 7: 30 -9: 15 2 nd pd. exam 9: 25 -11: 10 Students Return Wednesday, January 3 rd Thursday, December 14 3 rd pd. exam 7: 30 -9: 15 4 th pd. exam 9: 25 -11: 10 Friday, December 15 5 th pd. exam 7: 30 -9: 15 6 th pd. exam 9: 25 -11: 10 Signed Exam Exemption Permission Form must be turned in by deadline on form!

Promotion to 10 th grade n 5 credits n 1. 0 unweighted State GPA Standardized tests are used for academic placement, but not promotion. (FSA/ELA, Algebra I EOC) n Students who fail a course need to meet with their guidance counselor to discuss retake options. Options include: n n n Leon County Schools Adult and Community Education (ACE) Chiles PLATO credit recovery program (not offered in summer) Leon County Virtual School www. leonschools. net/virtual Florida Virtual School www. flvs. net *All of these options require approval from your student’s guidance counselor. Course registration for 2018 -2019 school year will be in

10 th grade Progression n n English II Science Math World History 10 th grade AP Accel and Plus Progression n n English II Science Math Advanced Placement Course – options may include AP European History, AP Human Geography, AP World History, AP Art History or AP Music Theory

Options during the next three years n n n Advanced Placement Courses Dual Enrollment Courses Lively Dual Enrollment Externship Program (Executive Internship) DCT Work Study Program

State of Florida University System Minimum course requirements (18 credits): n n n 4 English credits 4 math credits - Algebra I and higher 3 science credits 3 social science credits 2 foreign language credits 2 elective units, preferably English, math, science, social science, or foreign language State universities use the same method as Leon County Schools for weighting academic coursework. Courses earning a “C” or better award an extra. 5 for honors and 1. 0 for AP and dual enrollment.

Florida State University Fall Admissions Middle 50% 4. 0 - 4. 5 academic GPA 1240 -1360 SAT 27 - 31 ACT n Average # of academic units: 22. 5 Academic Profile: GPA, strength of curriculum (# of honors, AP and DE courses, advanced foreign language), test scores, essay

University of Florida Admissions Middle 50% 4. 3 - 4. 6 academic GPA 1290 -1440 SAT 28 - 32 ACT n Freshmen admitted at UF: 87. 5% of students with a 4. 0 and above academic GPA were admitted 74. 1 % with 26 – 30 academic units were admitted n

FAMU n Middle 50% for Admission 3. 00 – 3. 49 academic GPA 1000 -1180 SAT 18 -21 ACT n Look for Fall preview opportunities starting Junior year

Other State Universities in Florida n n n UCF UWF USF UNF New College of Florida n n Florida Poly Tech FAU FIU FGCU Check each college’s website for admission details!

Selective Colleges n n n n n Resiliency and Curiosity (Harvard Admissions) Interpersonal skills/Ability to get with others who are different from you. Letters of recommendation Grades in Academic classes/Strength of courses ACT/SAT and often SAT II (subject test) Extracurricular activities/college resume Leadership positions held Community service/volunteer experiences “Whatever you seem to be, be really”- Ben Franklin (University of Pennsylvania-Admissions)

State/Community College n Admission based on Regular high school diploma n State of Florida/community colleges recommend that students take the same core high school courses that are required for state university admission n Students who take college prep courses in high school are more likely to be successful. n A student with an AA degree is guaranteed admission to a state university (not necessarily university or program of your choice unless enrolled in golden guarantee program), acceptance of 60 credit hours towards BA/BS degree and junior standing. n Placement tests are highly encouraged. The PERT will be used unless exempted by SAT or ACT scores. It is generally recommended for students to take the SAT and/or ACT in the spring of their junior year. For more information on State of Florida/Community n

NCAA Requirements n n n Required for any student athlete who wants to play at a Division I or II college. Clearinghouse application should be completed by end of junior year. (online application and fee) Minimum GPA in 16 core courses (DI 2. 3, DII 2. 0) and SAT/ACT scores. DI locks in 10 core units before senior year for GPA calculation. Sliding scale of core GPA and SAT/ACT test scores Core Courses n 4 credits in English n 3 credits in Math (Algebra I, Geometry & Algebra II) n 2 credits in Science n 2 credits of Social Science n 1 credit of additional English, math, science n 4 additional academic credits Visit www. eligibilitycenter. org for more information.

Bright Futures Scholarships n Academic Scholars Award - Pro-rated per hour tuition coverage at a FL post secondary institution. Requirements: 3. 5 weighted* GPA (16 required academic credits), 1290 SAT (Reading and Math) or 29 ACT (composite) and 100 hours of community service. n Florida Medallion Scholars Award - Pro-rated per hour tuition coverage at a FL post secondary institution. Requirements: 3. 0 weighted* GPA (16 required academic credits) , 1170 SAT (Reading and Math) or 26 ACT (composite)and 75 hours of community service. 16 required academic credits include: 4 English 4 Math - Algebra I and higher. 3 Science 3 Social Science 2 World Languages (in the same language)

n Florida Gold Seal Vocational Scholars Award - Pro-rated per hour tuition coverage for a vocational/technical program at a FL post secondary institution. Requirements: 3. 0 weighted GPA (16 required credits for graduation), 3. 5 GPA in a 3 credit vocational program, 30 hours of community service, and a passing score on a college placement test (SAT 440 verbal & math, ACT 19 Reading, 17 English, 19 Math or PERT Reading 106, Writing 103, Math 114 ) Can only be used for Vocational/Technical Degree (does not have to be in the same program student qualified in) TV Productions III Communication Technology III Culinary Arts III DCT II Digital Info Tech Web Design II DCT III Criminal Justice III *** Satisfactory completion of a three credit sequential vocational program may award TCC credit toward an A. S. degree. See Leon County Schools Career Pathways Bulletin.

Students must apply for Bright futures during their SENIOR YEAR (After Oct. 1 st and BEFORE GRADUATION) Application is : www. floridastudentfinancialaid. org View Legislative updates regarding BF at: http: //www. floridastudentfinancialaid. org/SSFAD/bf/newsrenew. htm View scholarship award amounts at: www. floridastudentfinancialaid. org/ssfad/bf/awardamt. htm Statewide Scholarship Weighting awards. 25 per semester for honors and AP courses with a “C” or higher. LCS honors foreign language is not honors for BF GPA calculation.

n n Community Service Guidelines Activities must be rendered for not-for-profit organizations or agencies. Directly address identified social problems in areas such as health, education, environment, or public safety. Activities must be unpaid and cannot be work done for an immediate family member. New- May use hours spent helping with a political campaign or a business externship that is unpaid. § Hours can be earned after promotion to high school (summer after 8 th grade). § § Students maintain records until senior year. Guidelines and forms can be accessed on Chiles website - Guidance.

Community Service Form

www. Floridashines. org This website is a tracking tool for the Florida Bright Futures scholarships. This website also includes information regarding resources for student advising, Career Planning Tools, College Locator, Degree Program Search, Admission Requirements, Online applications, Financial Aid and more.

Career Explorations Workshop! n n n Need to find out how your interests and skills can line up with your career? Want to know how to search for job information (such as salary and educational requirements? Want to learn about the hottest jobs for the future? Then sign up for the Career Explorations Workshop today! Who? - All students! When? - Tuesday November 14 th What time? - 2 pm after school Where? - Room 2121 How? - Sign up with Mrs. Fisher in guidance Questions? - See Mrs. O’Neal in Guidance

www. mycareershines. org Student sign up first to obtain parent access code and then parents can create a parent account.

Bigfuture. collegeboard. org

You. Can. Go!

Free SAT Practice from Khan Academy n The College Board and the nonprofit Khan Academy® have teamed up to provide free, personalized SAT study resources for all students n Starting with the 2015 -16 school year, students who take the SAT, PSAT/NMSQT, PSAT 10, or PSAT 8/9 have access to personalized SAT study resources. Khan Academy's world-class practice tools are free for all students and include: n Thousands of practice questions, reviewed and approved by the College Board n Four official SAT Practice Tests written by the College Board n Personalized recommendations for instruction and practice to help students fill their knowledge gaps

Action Plan For Freshmen: n n Set academic and personal goals to accomplish this year and begin to formulate a plan for 10 th grade. Plan to take a strong curriculum but maintain a balance. Get involved in activities at school and in the community. Keep a folder with activities, awards, etc. n Perform community service and volunteerism. Maintain records of service. n Start researching scholarship opportunities. A number of underclassmen opportunities are available in the guidance office. Often Essay contests, poster contests, etc. List is available on our web site. Take a career inventory to help identify strengths and weaknesses and to research possible majors and careers in these areas. Recommend My Florida Shines’ Kuder Assessments and College. Board's My. Road and College. Board’s Big. Future/You. Can. Go! n n Take the PSAT as a 10 th grader and as an 11 th grader for last SAT preparation and National Merit Scholarship Program consideration. n ELA for graduation in spring of sophomore year. n SAT/ACT in spring of junior year.

Helpful Websites www. leonschools. net/chiles n www. floridashines. org n www. collegeboard. com n www. actstudent. org n www. Florida. Student. Financial. Aid. org n www. bigfuture. collegeboard. org n www. eligibilitycenter. org n www. khanacademy. com n http: //projectsos. com/news-articles/tipsfor-first-time-parents-of-high-schoolfreshmen/ n n http: //careertransitions. galegroup. com/home. do

Have a wonderful Year!