WINTER PARK HIGH SCHOOL SOPHOMORE PRESENTATION

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1 WINTER PARK HIGH SCHOOL SOPHOMORE PRESENTATION 1

2 ESSENTIAL QUESTION: HOW CAN I BEST PREPARE FOR MY JUNIOR & SENIOR YEAR AND LIFE AFTER HIGH SCHOOL? 4.0 I know how to be prepared for my junior/senior year and life after high school. 3.0 I know what I need to accomplish to be prepared for junior/senior year and life after high school. 2.0 I know some of the things I need to be prepared for success my junior/senior year and life after high school. 1.0 I don t know what I need to be prepared for success my junior/senior year and life after high school. 2

3 PROFESSIONAL SCHOOL COUNSELORS Ms. Olivera: A-Cl Ms. French: Co-Go Ms. Ducharme: Gr-Li Ms. Baker: Lo-Pe Ms. Curry: Ph-S Ms. Johnson: T-Z + VC and UCF Dual Enrollment

STATE OF FLORIDA GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS 24 Credit Standard High School Diploma Courses General Requirements for High School Graduation English Mathematics 4 credits 4 credits (one must

4 STATE OF FLORIDA GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS 24 Credit Standard High School Diploma Courses General Requirements for High School Graduation English Mathematics 4 credits 4 credits (one must be Algebra I and one must be Geometry) Science 3 credits (one must be Biology I) Social Studies 1 credit World History 1 credit U.S. History.5 credit U.S. Government.5 credit Economics 4

5 GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS CONT D All Students must complete one online course to graduate Courses General Requirements for High School Graduation Foreign Language Practical Arts/Performing Fine Arts Not required for High School Graduation; 2 credits required for admission into most 4-year Colleges and Universities; 4 credits for selective Colleges and Universities 1 credit Physical Education Electives 1 credit of HOPE 8 credits 5

6 GPA REQUIREMENTS FOR GRADUATION 2.0 Unweighted GPA to graduate Grade Range Unweighted Weighted Honors Weighted AP & Dual Enrollment = A = B = C = D Below 59 = F

7 READING ASSESSMENT REQUIREMENT FOR GRADUATION Level 3 or higher on 10 th Grade FSA ELA Reading and Writing Combined Practice Tests: Alternative Tests: SAT: 430 (Reading + Writing) OR 24 on Reading Subtest ACT: 19 7

8 MATH ASSESSMENT REQUIREMENT FOR GRADUATION Earn a Level 3 or higher on the Algebra I EOC OR 97 the PERT Math Exam Saturday School Algebra 1 EOC/PERT Prep (Saturdays 9-12) Registration forms in the front office Transportation provided 8

9 CREDIT RECOVERY/GRADE FORGIVENESS OPTIONS Summer School Orange County Virtual School Edgenuity Lab (Not NCAA Approved) 9

9-12, transportation provided) Tutoring during lunches and after school Tuesdays and

10 WHAT DO YOU DO IF YOU ARE STRUGGLING? Academics Talk to your teacher Talk to your school counselor Saturday School (Saturdays 9-12, transportation provided) Tutoring during lunches and after school Tuesdays and Thursdays Personal Talk to your school counselor CHILL Counseling Outside Counseling resources Mentoring Program SAFE Coordinator School Nurse Practitioner

11 BRIGHT FUTURES SCHOLARSHIP Academic Scholars Medallion Scholars Gold Seal Vocational Weighted GPA 3.5 Weighted GPA 3.0 Weighted GPA 3.0 Test Scores: SAT: 1290 ACT: 29 Test Scores: SAT: 1170 ACT: 26 Test Scores: SAT: 880 ACT:E-17,R-19,M-19 PERT:R-106,W-103,M-114 Service Hours: 100 Service Hours: 75 Service Hours: 75 Requirements are subject to change at any time New Community Service Forms Required- WPHS Guidance website Please note that Bright Futures calculates the GPA of your core classes (English, Math, Science, Social Studies, World Language) Bright Futures, among other state scholarships 11

EARN COLLEGE CREDIT WHILE AT WPHS FOR FREE! www.valenciacollege.edu/dual 3.0 Weighted GPA for Seniors (Must be 3.

12 EARN COLLEGE CREDIT WHILE AT WPHS FOR FREE! Weighted GPA for Seniors (Must be 3.0 Unweighted for all other grades) College Ready Scores (FSA/Alg EOC, PERT, SAT/ACT) Must turn in application to Ms. Johnson at WPHS, DE Counselor May take up to 4 classes per semester Listen to announcements & check WPHS website for Deadlines/Registration (February 26-April 6, 2018) 12

Enrollment process handled through UCF May take 2 classes per semester (unless you

13 UCF DUAL ENROLLMENT 3.8 Core GPA Apply online: College Ready Test Score ACT 26 composite SAT 1270 composite Enrollment process handled through UCF May take 2 classes per semester (unless you apply Early Admission-full time) The deadlines to apply for admission are: March 1 for Summer May 1 for Fall Junior or Senior 13

14 3.6 unweighted GPA Junior or Senior One of the following test scores: SAT 1100 PSAT 1130 ACT 22 Application open now-may 11 Online Courses 2 courses per semester Apply online 14

CTE DUAL ENROLLMENT www.orangetechcollege.net 2.

15 CTE DUAL ENROLLMENT unweighted GPA Most courses are honors or AP weighted Industry Certification Free transportation to OTC from WPHS Articulation to Valencia State College for some programs Contact: Room 313 WP Programs o Administrative Office Specialist o CNC Production Specialist o Computer Systems and Information Technology o Hemodialysis Technician o Hotel and Resort Business management (Lodging Operations) o Medical Administrative Specialist o Medical Assisting o Pharmacy Technician o Web Development 15

16 OPTIONS AFTER HIGH SCHOOL Public Universities Private Colleges State Colleges Career & Technical Education Centers Military 16

Start Your College Search Start with you: Make lists of your abilities, preferences & personal qualities. List things you may want to study & do in college.

You must have a pass if visiting during class time. Email Mrs. Mora if you d like to make an appointment.

17 Start Your College Search Start with you: Make lists of your abilities, preferences & personal qualities. List things you may want to study & do in college. Explore interests and careers utilizing Naviance Visit the College and Career Resource Center for assistance The Center is open for walk ins every day before, school, after school and during lunch. You must have a pass if visiting during class time. Mrs. Mora if you d like to make an appointment. Sign up for college visits at the College and Career Center your Junior year Prepare for AP Exams Do well on AP Exams and receive credit, advanced placement or both at most colleges for qualifying scores. Plan Ahead for the Summer & Senior Year Challenge yourself with honors and AP classes, keep a rigorous schedule Plan summer activities early - Enrich yourself by volunteering, getting an interesting job/internship, or signing up for summer learning programs. 17

18 CAREER ASSESSMENTS Take the ASVAB Check out career paths in the College and Career Room Search careers in Naviance 18

19 NAVIANCE TASKS TO COMPLETE TODAY Go to Naviance on your Launchpad 1. My Assessments 2. Interesting Things About Me 19

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