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College or Career?. A Journey to Adulthood. Behaviors for Success. Attendance is Critical Come prepared Avoid distractions Be engaged and attentive in class Take notes Study and complete homework Ask for help if you do not “get it” Know what is expected of you. Graduation Requirements. - PowerPoint PPT Presentation

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College or Career?

A Journey to Adulthood

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Attendance is Critical Come prepared Avoid distractions Be engaged and attentive in class Take notes Study and complete homework Ask for help if you do not “get it” Know what is expected of you

Behaviors for Success

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Graduation

Requirements 4 English 4 Math

(Algebra I & higher) 3 Science

Must have Biology 1 World History 1 American History .5 American

Government .5 Economics

1 HOPE credit One course through

online learning 1 Fine, performing, or

practical art 8 electives Must total at least 24

credits GPA must be 2.0 or

above

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Passing Score on FCAT Reading

Level 3:245

Or ACT Reading concordant score – 19

Passing score on Algebra 1 EOC

Level 3:399

Assessment Requirements

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Bright Futures Scholarship Requirements

Florida Academic Scholarship

4 English4 Math Algebra 1 and higher(Liberal Arts Math & Informal Geometry do not count)3 Science (2 w/ lab)3 Social Studies

- World History- Am. History- Gov’t/Economics

2 Foreign LanguageGPA -3.5 weightedQualifying Test Scores

ACT = 29SAT = 1290

Florida Medallion Scholarship

4 English4 Math Algebra 1 and higher(Liberal Arts Math & Informal Geometry do not count)3 Science (2 w/lab)3 Social Studies

- World History- Am. History- Gov’t/Economics

2 Foreign LanguageGPA -3.0 weightedQualifying Test Scores

ACT = 26SAT = 1170

Florida Gold Seal Scholarship

4 English4 Math (Algebra 1 and Higher3 Science (2 w/ lab)3 Social Studies

- World History- Am. History- Gov’t/Economics

1 Practical/Performing Arts1 Hope3 Vocational Courses(Must be a vocational program completer with a min. 3.5 GPA in 3 courses.)GPA—3.0 weighted

¨Students who are on to track to graduate in 2014 will apply after December 1, 2013.¨Students can track their progress toward Bright Futures eligibility by registering on FLVC.net¨Volunteer Hours—100 hours for Florida Academic , 75 hours for Florida Medallion, 30 hours for Gold Seal¨ACT and SAT scores vary by cohort year. Please see chart on the following page for specific details.¨The Bright Futures Scholarship program is regulated by legislative changes annually. ¨You can learn more by visiting www.floridastudentfinancialaid.org/ssfad/bf/

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Early Graduation EGO To qualify:

Students must be on track to graduate Students must have passed the Reading FCAT and

Algebra 1 EOC. Students must complete an “Intent to graduate Early”

form it is available on the website. Students must meet with counselor to discuss and to fix

schedule appropriately. Next opportunity is January 2014. Please Consider the following:

Do you have a plan why you want to graduate early? Colleges & Universities frown upon this option . . . Double

check with them before you make this decision You can miss out scholarships & senior activities.

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Dual Enrollment

Lake Sumter Junior or Senior Only 3.0 unweighted GPA Passed FCAT Reading Qualifying Scores on the

PERT test Must meet with

counselor to discuss Limited Course offerings

English & Social Studies Math & Science

Lake Tech Junior or Senior Only 2.0 GPA or higher On track for graduation Have chosen career goals See a counselor Take the TABE test Options include:

Automobile Service or Collision Nursing: CNA, HHA, PCT, Med

Assist. Cosmetology, Nail Specialty Public Safety – Police, Fire, EMT,

Paramedic

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Resources

Academic First line of DEFENSE:

Your teacher – they can assist you with course mastery

Tutoring is available for most subjects on campus after school

Online resources – You Tube and Google are great

Your peers – they speak your language!

Personal Teachers Counselors Parents Principals Deputies Peers Send an e-mail, or come by

for emergencies

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Choose the right

option4 year College

Bachelors Degree Housing & travel costs Usually higher costs Stricter admissions

requirements Translates to a salary

range between $28,000 and $60,000 or higher**

Community College

Associates Degree Can live at home Lower cost May direct connect to colleges

for Bachelors Degree Translates to a salary between

$20,000 and $40,000**

**Salary ranges are approximate and largely depend on the career field and economic conditions. There is not a guarantee.

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More options

Technical School Short in Duration A “Hands on” approach Low-cost programs Nursing, Automobile,

Cosmetology, Welding, Police, Fire, EMT, and more.

Salaries from $18,000 - $36,000**

Work Develop on-the-job skills Network with people Earn money right away Build a resume’ Minimum wage –

translates to less than $16,000 per year

**Salary ranges are approximate and largely depend on the career field and economic conditions. There is not a guarantee.

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Military

BENEFITS Training and Valuable

Experience Salary and Health Benefits Money for College Free Housing Promotions Retirement Benefits VA Loans and Assistance

TO DO Take Rigorous

Classes Take the ASVAB Earn a High School

Diploma

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Junior Class

TO-DO Take rigorous

courses Earn good grades Complete Volunteer

Work Take the ACT or SAT

once this year Complete online

course

Research Colleges, Military, Tech. School Visit the campus Refine your search

Explore Scholarship Opportunities

Stay connected – join a club, play a sport.

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Fall – Continue to take rigorous course & earn good grades.

Apply for scholarships Take the ACT or SAT for the 2nd time Meet with your counselor Complete College Applications Take the ASVAB for Military Apply for Bright Futures after December 1

Winter – Avoid Senioritis Complete the FASFA after January 1 Continue doing well in classes Graduate Last time to take ACT/SAT for Bright Futures is June test dates

Senior Year – TO DO

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Feedback

Log on to Moodle, go to guidance page, Class of 2015 information,

Junior Class Presentation Survey Please complete at this timeThank you for your attention!

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Further Assistance

Mrs. Theobald is available!Tuesdays in Guidance Corner

Via e-mail [email protected] by appointment in the guidance office