Tuesday, September 15, 2015

6:30pm

BARRON COLLIER HIGH SCHOOL

JUNIOR-SENIOR POST-SECONDARY PLANNING

NIGHT

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 DepartmentMrs. Melissa Hunter

Counseling Chair, A-C & Full-time ESE, All Grades

Ms. Amanda EdsonD-J & ELL, All Grades

Mr. Eric DiegelK-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 REQUIREMENTSCLASSES OF 2016 & 2017

• Required Credits: 24• English 4.0• Math 4.0• Science 3.0• Social Science 3.0• Performing Art 1.0• HOPE 1.0• Elective Credits 8.0

Online Course • SUS Foreign language requirement• 2 years of same language

ADDITIONAL GRADUATION REQUIREMENTSCLASSES 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

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)

SUS STANDARD ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

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

SAT & ACT

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 COLLEGEDo Your Research

Attend local/regional college open houses

Attend College Night, Golden Gate HS Sept. 21st 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 collegesMajors 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 State Colleges/Universities

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 instruction at lower cost

Low 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.FloridaStudentFinancialAid.org

Financial Aid Workshop – Dec. 1st, 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 need-based

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 1,260

Housing/Meals 9,650

Transportation 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 12th 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!