Dr. Phillips High School Guidance Department

Overview: Students are going to become familiar with and will understand how to use the information contained in their transcript for high school and post secondary planning purposes. Essential Question: How do I know if I m on track for graduation based on the information contained in my transcript?

Overview: Students will learn how to read their transcripts so they are better prepared to monitor their completion of graduation requirements. Learning Scale: 1= I have no idea how to read my transcript. 2= I can read my transcript, but I really don t know much about it. 3= I can read my transcript and understand most of it, but I still have questions. 4= I can read and I fully understand all of the information on my transcript. 5= I can teach anybody how to read their transcript.

Overview: We are going to go over a transcript step by step so all students understand the information and are able to identify (based on the information found on their transcript) what they need to do to meet all of the graduation requirements by the end of their senior year. Scale of 1-5: How much do you understand about what s on your transcript right now before we even begin?

Expectations for Presentation Listen attentively Participate Be Respectful This is about YOU!

Understanding Your Transcript What s on your transcript is what graduates you! Let s look at the first page of your transcript.

The first page of the transcript includes your personal information, shot records, completed course information and the courses you are currently taking. Please note that page 2 will be use for spill ov informatio from this page.

Page 3 includes your personal information, the cumulative summary box, class rank, FCAT assessment verification, online course verification, community service, industry certification verification. The bottom portion includes the definition of terms and th grading scal

Page 4 outlines the course flags that you will see next to the course names on page one of your transcript.

Page 5 includes FCAT, PSAT, SAT, ACT and EOC test results.

Let s look at the most important parts of the transcript more closely.

Industry Certifications are required for graduation, but th are used as a way identify students who are eligible f a scholars designa diploma. Must have 24 of the required credits Must have 2.0 GPA or better Must have passed the FCAT reading assessment Must have completed an online course. And

You must have passed the Algebra I EOC with a level 3 or pass the PERT with a math score of 97. Note: AL (achievement level) must be 3 or more, not the RS (raw score).

1. Based on the information on this page, did this student pass the FCAT? 2. Based on the information on this page, can you tell if the student passed the Algebra EOC?

Is this student s EOC test score sufficient for graduation?

Based on the 24 credit requirement, is this junior on track to graduate? Remember, students should have a minimum of 6 completed credits each year to be considered on track.

Which GPA will be used to graduate a student? If this student was supposed to graduate this year, would he be eligible based on his GPA?

Did this student successfully complete an online course? Did this student earn enough community service hours to be considered for a Bright Futures Scholarship?

Learning Scale: 1= I have no idea how to read my transcript. 2= I can read my transcript, but I really don t know much about it. 3= I can read my transcript and understand most of it, but I still have questions. 4= I can read and I fully understand all of the information on my transcript. 5 = I can teach anybody how to read their transcript.

Let s look at your transcript now! Can you tell which courses you will need to take in your senior year? Has this information helped you to be more prepared to self monitor your graduation requirements? Do you have any questions about your transcript?

Will Colleges or Technical Schools Like What They See When They Look at Your Transcript? How can you make your transcript look better?

Dr. Elwood Watson wrote the following: While it is true that there are some people who attend college, and things do not work out, they are still more likely to fare better if they pursue some form of vocational or technical training beyond high school. The fact is that for the vast majority of people, at least for the present moment and more than likely many, many years from now, having a college degree, or some level or type of postsecondary education is more advantageous than not.

Let s review what we learned last year about graduation.

Let s see what we already know: 1. Graduation Requirements 2. Current Credits 3. Community Service 4. Languages 5. 4 Year University Requirements 6. Bright Futures 7. Helpful Resources/Websites 8.Guidance Appointments

1. Graduation Requirements: For a diploma, you are required to have a minimum of: 24 credits (those specific credits are outlined in the summary box on your transcript). 2.0 cumulative unweighted GPA (state GPA on your transcript). Pass the FCAT Reading 2.0, and Algebra 1 End of Course Exam. Have completed one course through online learning (FLVS).

2. Current Credits: How many credits should you have earned to be considered a junior? A. 11 B. 12 C. 6-7 D. 2

2. Current Credits: How many credits should you have to be considered a Junior? b. 12 Remember we said to be on track to graduate, students must earn a minimum of 6 credits each year they are in high school so that they have the required 24 credits by the time they finish their senior year.

3. Community Service: How many community service hours are required for graduation?

3. Community Service: Answer: 0 No community service hours are required for graduation. They are required for Bright Futures Scholarships, but NOT graduation.

4. Languages: True or False: You MUST have 2 years of a world language to graduate from high school.

4. Languages: Answer: False: Two years of a world language are required for university admissions, but NOT high school graduation.

5. 4-Year University Requirements 24 required credits (you should take additional academic electives) Passing the EOC exam and FCAT reading assessment 2 years of a world language. A competitive GPA (approximately 3.2 or higher). Test scores on ACT or SAT

6. Types of Bright Futures Scholarships A. Florida Medallion Scholars B. Florida Academic Scholars C. Gold Seal Vocational

Let s see what we already know: 1. Graduation Requirements 2. Current Credits 3. Community Service 4. Languages 5. 4 Year University Requirements 6. Bright Futures 7. Big Future 8.Guidance Appointments

7. What is Big Future? A. Part of the www.collegeboard.org website. B. A movie that is coming out this Spring. C. A type of scholarship. D. A diploma designation. E. All of the above

7. What is Big Future? Answer: A - Part of the www.collegeboard.org website. bigfuture.collegeboard.org is a website anybody can use to get started on planning for education beyond high school.

8. Guidance Appointment True or False: To see your counselor you should make an appointment.

8. Guidance Appointment Answer: True. Making an appointment with your counselor is the best way to ensure they can meet with you to discuss your goals.

To register for Florida Virtual School: Go to www.flvs.net Register as a Dr. Phillips High School Student Select your course

How Do I know what to do? 1. Know your Goals - 4 Year College - State College (Valencia, Seminole State, etc.) - Technical School (Mid-FL Tech, Orlando Tech, Westside Tech) - Military - Job right out of high school 2. If you want to attend a 4-year College: -How can I compete with others so I can stand out when it comes to scholarships and college admissions?

Know 4 Year University Entrance Requirements English 4 credits Math - 4 credits (including Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II) Science 3 or 4 credits (fourth year counts towards academic elective university requirement) Social Studies 3 or 4 credits Foreign Language 2 credits (2 yrs. of the same foreign language) Meet High School Graduation Requirements ACT/SAT Approximate 3.0 GPA *See FLVC.ORG WEBSITE!

Florida Bright Futures: 3 types of scholarships 1. Academic Scholars 2. Medallion Scholars 3. Gold Seal Vocational www.flvc.org: Specifics Check eligibility

Resources: FLVC.org (Florida Virtual Campus)

Learning Scale 1= I have no idea how to read my transcript. 2= I can read my transcript, but I really don t know much about it. 3= I can read my transcript and understand most of it, but I still have questions. 4= I can read and I fully understand all of the information on my transcript. 5 = I can teach anybody how to read their transcript.