BARRON COLLIER HIGH SCHOOL JUNIORSENIOR POSTSECONDARY PLANNING NIGHT
BARRON COLLIER HIGH SCHOOL JUNIOR-SENIOR POST-SECONDARY PLANNING NIGHT Tuesday, September 15, 2015 6: 30 pm
BCHS Administration Mr. Jose M. Hernandez, Principal Mr. Geronimo Mulholland, Asst. Principal for Curriculum & Instruction Mr. Michael Richardson, Asst. Principal for Discipline & Attendance Mrs. Theresa Gersbach, Asst. Principal for Discipline & Attendance Mr. Ken Andiorio, Activities Coordinator
Counseling Department Mrs. Melissa Hunter Counseling Chair, A-C & Full-time ESE, All Grades Ms. Amanda Edson D-J & ELL, All Grades Mr. Eric Diegel K-Q, Dual Enrollment, All Grades Ms. Terry Kalten R-Z, Scholarships, All Grades
Counseling Department & Advisors Ms. Denyse Syfrett Intervention Specialist Ms. Saramay Dennison Testing Coordinator Mr. Charles Shanks Senior Class Sponsor
AGENDA � � Graduation Requirements Academic-Core/Grade-Point Averages � College Admissions Criteria � SAT and ACT � Selecting a College � College Application Process
AGENDA � Florida Community College System � Financial Aid Process � Bright Futures /Local Scholarship � NCAA � Military Options
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS CLASSES OF 2016 & 2017 • Required Credits: 24 English Math Science Social Science Performing Art HOPE Elective Credits Online Course • • SUS Foreign language requirement • 2 years of same language 4. 0 3. 0 1. 0 8. 0
ADDITIONAL GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS CLASSES OF 2016 and 2017 FCAT 2. 0 /FSA Reading Level 3 (245)+ or SAT 430 or ACT 19 Un-weighted cumulative GPA 2. 0+ on 4. 0 scale Algebra 1 EOC Exam required
GRADE-POINT AVERAGES State “un-weighted” for graduation Local “weighted” for class ranking SUS “academic core” (refer to Matrix) College/university admissions Bright Futures Scholarships
WEIGHTED CALCULATIONS � Honors/Pre-AICE Add. 02 points each semester, grade of “C” or better Ex. English 1 H: A = 4. 02 (0. 5 credit) Ex. English 1 H: A = 4. 04 (1. 0 credit) � AP/DE/AICE Add. 04 points each semester, grade of “C” or better Ex. AP English A = 4. 04 (0. 5 credit) Ex. AP English A = 4. 08 (1. 0 credit)
COLLEGE ADMISSIONS CRITERIA Rigorous academic program �Strong senior year Recalculated Core GPA Strong Performance �Improvement and Consistency Quality of admissions essay(s)
COLLEGE ADMISSIONS CRITERIA Standardized Tests/SAT & ACT Extracurricular Activities �Special Talents & Interests �Athletics �Community Service Looking for depth & breadth �Leadership �Employment
SUS STANDARD ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS Coursework � 4 English � 4 Math ( Algebra 1 or higher) � 3 Social Sciences � 3 Natural Sciences (2 with lab experiences � 2 same world languages � 2 electives � Minimum HS GPA 2. 5 Test Minimums � Critical Reading Sat 460 or ACT 19 � Mathematics ACT 19 or SAT 460 � English with Writing Combined ACT plus Writing 18 or SAT 440 (Class of 2017 Writing becomes optional)
SAT & ACT � SAT � Reasoning test for college success skills � Writing, Critical Reading, and Mathematics � Time: 3 hours and 45 minutes � ACT � Curriculum-based test � English, Mathematics, Reading, Science, and Writing � Time: 3 hours and 30 minutes • Encouraged to take both SAT and ACT • AP/AICE students should take the SAT II, as applicable
Redesigned SAT: Key Changes � � � � � Beginning in March of 2016: 1. Words in Context – no more rote memorization 2. Command of Evidence – demonstrate & use evidence from text 3. Analyzing a Source – how did the author build an argument or persuade the audience. 4. Focus on the Math that Matters – Heart of Algebra, Problem Solving & Data Analysis, Complex Equations, brief section on Geometry, Trig, radian measure, and complex numbers 5. Problems Grounded in Real World Contexts – problem solving via edits & revisions in real majors & careers 6. Analysis in History/Social Science & Science - read & comprehend texts, synthesizing & problem solving. 7. U. S. Founding Documents & the Great Global Conversation – a passage to inspire understanding & an analytical reflection on civic understanding 8. NO PENALTY FOR GUESSING!! Give the BEST answer you have for every question!
SELECTING A COLLEGE Do Your Research � Attend local/regional college open houses � Attend College Night, Golden Gate HS Sept. 21 st from 5: 30 – 7: 30 p. m. � Meet college recruiters at BCHS � View College websites/Schedule a campus tour � Read US News and World Report, Ruggs, Barrons, Peterson’s Guide, Colleges that Change Lives, etc.
SELECTING A COLLEGE • Do Your Research � Determine if you fit admissions profile � Visit colleges �Majors and minors � Faculty : Student Ratio � Consider costs Private vs. Public Transportation, clothes
BCHS COLLEGE APPLICATION PROCESS � Get Started NOW – APPLY EARLY � Select up to 5 colleges � Reach school, match school, safety school � Update your resume � Visit websites to access application � Letters of recommendation Ø State Colleges/Universities Ø Private � Institutions Secondary School Reports
BCHS COLLEGE APPLICATION PROCESS Students should meet with counselor (late Junior year/early senior year. Request official transcripts to be sent to all colleges you are applying to. UF/FSU – SSAR (Student Self-Reported Academic Report – List ALL courses & grades, list ALL attempts. Do NOT complete by memory. Work off of an unofficial transcript printed in Guidance. Re-test on SAT/ACT (SAT II’s), if needed Letters of recommendation Secondary School Reports – SENDedu, Common App. The Common Application is accepted by over 500 colleges and universities.
COLLEGE ADMISSION TERMS � Regular Admission � Rolling Admissions � Priority Deadline � Early Application • Early Action – Non-binding • Early Decision – Binding
FL COMMUNITY COLLEGE SYSTEM 28 Community Colleges in Florida � 52 campuses � Serve over 900, 000 students � 2 + 2 Program � 67% enrolled in AA transfer program � 33% enrolled in AS & Certificate programs
COMMUNITY COLLEGE ADMISSIONS � � � Standard High School Diploma/GED ACT / SAT or PERT needed for registration 2 + 2 Program � Earned AA/AS degree � Students transfer to 4 -year institution � Minimum 2. 0 GPA � Universities are increasing GPA requirements
COMMUNITY COLLEGE ADVANTAGES � Open access � Close to home or major university � Quality � Low instruction at lower cost student - instructor ratios � Smaller class sizes � Instructors’ primary focus is on teaching � High school DE/scheduling flexibility
BRIGHT FUTURES SCHOLARSHIPS Fixed cost per credit hour �Based on award level �GSV, FMS, FAS Institution Type �Vocational/technical, 2 -year, 4 -year Reimbursement required for any course dropped
BRIGHT FUTURES SCHOLARSHIPS 2016 Gold Seal Vocational (GSV) • 3 sequenced credits in practical arts • 30 volunteer hours required • SAT (V+M) (minimum 440 each subtest) • ACT (English 17, Reading 18, Math 19) • PERT (Reading 104, Writing 99, Math 113) Florida Medallion (FMS) • 75 volunteer hours required • SAT (V+M) 1170 • ACT (composite) 26 Florida Academic Scholars (FAS) • 100 volunteer hours required • SAT (V+M) 1290 • ACT (composite) 29
REGISTRATION FOR BRIGHT FUTURES � � Counselors will register students via senior English class in early January! Registration must be completed by graduation – students have until end of June to qualify. www. Florida. Student. Financial. Aid. org Financial Aid Workshop – Dec. 1 st, 2015 BCHS Auditorium – 6: 30 p. m.
LOCAL SCHOLARSHIPS � Visit www. collierschools. com – Scholarship link under Students tab � Scholarship presentations in senior classes January 2016 with registration for Bright Futures � Most local scholarships (90%) are needbased � Must submit a copy of 1040 tax return or W 2 Form to verify income � All documents are shredded in June 2016
SEEKING NEED-BASED AID District Workshop – College Goal Sunday - date TBA FAFSA – Free Application for Federal Student Aid CSS Profile – College Board private financial review, fee based. • Apply Early! Remember PIN • Need-based $ is time sensitive – check all your schools Financial Aid Priority Deadline • Contact Information • www. fafsa. ed. gov • www. federalstudentaid. gov/pubs • 1 -800 -4 -FED-AID • • •
University of Florida – What does it cost to be a GATOR? 2015 -16 Costs for Florida Residents Undergrad On/Off Campus *Tuition / Fees $6, 310 Books and Supplies 1, 300 Computer/Cell Phone Housing/Meals Transportation 1, 260 9, 650 1, 100 Clothing Maintenance 700 Personal / 270 Total Budget $20, 590
COMMUNITY SERVICE � Many scholarships and college applications require community service � Must obtain prior approval from your school counselor or community service instructor � Forms available on the web page or in the counseling office
NCAA � Divisions I and II � To participate in college athletics, students must register with NCAA � www. ncaa. org (online registration); fee of $75. 00 (waivers possible, see counselor) � Athletes must be certified by the NCAA Clearinghouse and meet academic and athletic requirements � Once registered with NCAA students may request transcripts may be released to colleges and coaches � Transcripts from ALL high schools the student has attended will be required by NCAA � Please send ACT/SAT scores directly to NCAA, Code: 9999
Military Options � Military Entrance Exam: ASVAB (Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery) – encouraged for all 10, 11, and 12 th graders � ASVAB administration on October 27, 2015 – sign up in Guidance! � Post 9 -11 GI Bill - $$$ � Earn your degree while serving active duty � Military Scholarship Information � US Air Force -- http: www. airforce. com � US Army -- http: www. goarmy. com � US Coast Guard -- http: www. uscg. com � US Marine Corps -- http: www. marines. com � US Navy -- http: www. navy. com
Do’s and Don’ts � � � DO pay attention to deadlines Do read directions Do stay organized Do pay attention to grammar & spelling Do use appropriate email address, and keep it clean on social media sites Do make contact with your admissions representative, military recruiter, future employer – set your postsecondary plan in place! Do notify schools you are not attending. This opens admissions seats for others Don’t procrastinate Don’t have your parents complete any applications other than FAFSA Don’t forget to apply to housing/send deposit early! Don’t forget to BREATHE and enjoy your high school experience!
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