Transcript Junior / Senior College Planning Night
Junior Planning Night
GCHS Guidance Department February 4, 2008
Agenda
Counselor Introductions Accessing Guidance Information Graduation Requirements Planning For After High School Tech School Opportunities in Collier County Community College Opportunities Four Year Colleges and Universities Selecting a College What Colleges are Looking For Florida State Universities College Application Process and Timeline ACT/SAT College Admissions Tests Dual Enrollment Financing Your Education Bright Futures Scholarship Search Engines GCHS Financial Aid Process Other Random Thoughts Gradebook, Contacting GCH Faculty NCAA Clearinghouse
GCHS Counselors
Linda Sharp: Director DE Cindy Giles: A – E Kim Walsh: E-H; ELL Heather Minsker: I – N, ACE Pam Berryman: O-Q & Gifted Kim Beyer: R – Z Connie Perrin: ESE
Guidance Web Page
The Guidance Department strives to keep parents/students/teachers informed of high school guidance information through the following:
Guidance Information
Classroom presentations to all students in all grade levels through the English classes Four Parent Nights throughout the school year Information packet for new students/parents Handouts in the Guidance Office Web Page
Guidance Information
A user friendly and comprehensive web page assists in streamlining the delivery of services and information http://www.gulfcoastsharks.com
Graduation Requirements Class of 2009
English I, II, III & IV 3 Math Credits Including Algebra I 3 Science Credits Including Biology American History, World History, American Government and Economics Personal Fitness, Health (Life Management) and .5 PE Elective 1.0 credit of Fine Arts or Practical Arts
Graduation Requirements
24 Total Credits 2.0 Minimum Grade Point Average Pass FCAT Communications and Mathematics
Planning for After High School: Which is best for you?
Tech School Community College Four Year Colleges and Universities
Starting Salaries
35,000 30,000 25,000 20,000 15,000 10,000 5,000 0 4 year 2 Year AA 2 Year AS LWIT HS Grad Starting Salaries
Tech School Programs: Lorenzo Walker Institute of Technology
Computer and Business Technology: Accounting Operations Computer Electronics Legal Secretary Medical Secretary PC Support Services Personal and Human Services Commercial Foods and Culinary Arts Cosmetology Early Childhood Education CDA Early Childhood Education 40 hour Fire Fighting Transportation and Industrial Auto Tech Aviation Maintenance Technology Marine Technology Apprenticeship Programs Electrical Iron Workers Masonry Carpentry Heating and Air Conditioning Plumbing Health Science Dental Assisting Dental Office Receptionist IV Therapy Certification Massage Therapy Medical Assisting Medical Office Receptionist EKG Aide Advanced Medical Assisting Nursing Assistant Phlebotomy Practical Nursing Surgical Technology
Community Colleges
28 community Colleges in Florida 52 Campuses Serve over 900,000 students 67% enrolled in AA transfer Program 33% enrolled in AS & certificate program
Community Colleges
Why Attend A Community College Open access/close to home Quality Instruction at low cost Low student/instructor ratios Small Classes Instructors with primary Focus on Teaching Flexibility in Scheduling
Community Colleges Admissions
Standard High School Diploma GED ACT/SAT or College Placement Test Special Diploma students may earn non college credit career and technical certificate programs Once an AA degree is earned, student may transfer to a 4 year college with a minimum of a 2.0 GPA
Edison College AS Programs
Career Programs Associate in Science Degree
Accounting Technology Business Administration and Management Cardiovascular Technology Computer programming and Analysis Crime Scene Technology Criminal Justice Technology Dental Hygiene Drafting and Design Technology Building and Construction Specialization CAD Specialization Civil Engineering / Land Surveying Specialization Emergency Medical Services Technology Fire Science Technology Golf Course Operations Internet Services Technology Network Services Technology Nursing R.N.
Opticianry Paralegal Studies Physical Therapist Assistant Program Radiologic Technology Respiratory Care Technology
Edison College: Certificate Programs
Certificate Programs
Accounting Applications Computer Programming and Applications Crime Scene Technology Dental Assisting Emergency Medical Technician – Basic (EMT-B) Emergency Medical Technician-Paramedic (EMT-P) Eyecare Technician Network Specialist Ophthalmic Laboratory Technician Small Business Management Turf Equipment Technology Visual Assessment End of Life Palliative Care
Four Year Universities Selecting A College
Do Your Research Visit the Colleges-Attend Open Houses Meet With College Recruiters at GCHS Attend College Fairs View College Websites Read Fiske Guide, US News and World Report, Ruggs etc.
Read Student and Local Newspapers Determine if you fit the admissions profile
What Colleges Are Looking For
Standardized Tests Extracurricular Activities Special Talents/Interests Athletics Community Service Leadership Employment
What Colleges are Looking For
The strength of your high school academic program (including the senior year) Recalculated GPA Difficulty of classes Highest Level of classes (honors, AP, Dual Enrollment) Improvement Consistency
Strong Performance in a Challenging Curriculum
Selecting a College
Size-Large, Cost-what are my cost limitations?
medium or small Faculty/Student Ratio Rural or Urban-city scene or suburban?
Location-out of state, close to home Campus-campus life, dorms, food, activities, athletics, Greek life Majors
Things to Consider While Choosing Your 12
th
Grade Courses
Strength of Senior Year Schedule Choose the most academically rigorous schedule which is relevant to your college/career plans.
Take advantage of AP and Dual Enrollment/Early Admission Options.
Choose your courses wisely.
Other Options for 12
th
Grade
Dual Enrollment Early Admissions
DUAL ENROLLMENT
Edison College 3.0 Unweighted GPA SAT Verbal 440 Math 440 or 540 Math for College Algebra ACT English 17, Reading 18, Math 19 or Math 23 for College Algebra Placement Test at Edison
DUAL ENROLLMENT
Florida Gulf Coast University 3.3 recalculated core academic GPA SAT-1100 combined verbal & math ACT-23 Composite
All Dual Enrollment Criteria must be met and an appointment scheduled with the counselor prior to May 9, 2008.
Admissions Terminology
Regular Admission Early Admission(full time dual enrollment) Early Application Early Action (Non Binding) UM Early Decision (Binding) • Flagler (80% of freshman class from ED) Rolling Admissions-you apply & receive a decision within 1-3 months (FGCU) Admission Deadlines (UF, FSU)
Florida Four Year State Universities
Minimum Admission Requirements Graduation From an Accredited High School 18 Core Academic Credits SAT or ACT Scores Specific Requirements (GPA, Test Scores & Essays) vary From College to College
Where to Find State University Information
Florida A & M University(FAMU) Tallahassee www.famu.edu
Florida Atlantic University (FAU) Boca Raton www.fau.edu
Florida Gulf Coast University (FGCU) Fort Myers www.fgcu.edu
Florida International University (FIU) Miami www.fiu.edu Florida State University (FSU) Tallahassee www.fsu.edu
State Colleges
New College of Florida (NCF) Sarasota www.ncf.edu
University of Central Florida (UCF) Orlando www.ucf.edu
University of Florida (UF) Gainesville www.ufl.edu
University of North Florida (UNF) Jacksonville www.unf.edu
University of South Florida (USF) Tampa www.usf.edu
University of West Florida (UWF) Pensacola www.uwf.edu
State University System Matrix
CollegeMR GPA MR SAT MR ACT
FGCU FSU
UF USF 3.39
F 3.4-4.0
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S 3.1- 3.7
3.8-4.3
3.13-3.86
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1049 F-1110-1290 S-1010-1190 1210-1380 1050-1200 21.6
F-24-28 S- 21-25 25-30 22-26
College Application Process
Select up to 5 colleges and visit their websites to obtain their application procedures-most colleges require/prefer online applications
Get Started Now
. You should begin the application process this summer.
Update your resume. Teachers and counselors require a resume in order to write a letter of recommendation Complete a “pink slip” in guidance to request an official transcript for each college application
Once an official transcript has been sent to a college, NO SCHEDULES WILL BE CHANGED
College Application Process
College Application Time Line State Universities Admissions and Application Process
College Application Time Line
Spring of Junior Year Prep for the SAT/ACT Take SAT/ACT Write Resume Identify 4-6 Colleges of Interest Contact / Visit Colleges Summer of Junior Year Obtain Applications Write Essays
College Application Time Line
Fall of Senior Year Complete Applications Retake SAT/ACT If Needed Identify Scholarships of Interest
College Application Time Line
Spring of Senior Year Complete FASFA Complete Bright Futures Application Retest SAT/ACT if Needed.
Registering for the SAT/ACT
Preparing for SAT/ACT tests is essential.
Remember to include the GCHS Code when registering for the SAT/ACT : 101540
Test Date
Jan. 26, 2008 Mar. 1, 2008 May 3, 2008 June 7, 2008
Test
SAT I/II SAT I
SAT
Deadline
12/26/07 01/29/08 SAT I/II SAT I/II 04/01/08 05/06/08
Late Fee
01/04/08 02/07/08 04/10/08 05/15/08 www.collegeboard.com
Test Date
Feb. 9, 2008 April 12, 2008 June 14, 2008
Test
ACT
Deadline
ACT ACT ACT 01/04/08 03/07/08 05/09/08
Late Fee
01/05/08 03/08/08 05/10/08 www.act.org
SAT I & SAT II
SAT 1 (Reasoning Test) Standard SAT exam (most students take) SAT II (Subject Area Tests) Only required at very competitive schools or for entry into very select programs of study Majority of students do not take Not sure? Check with the admissions of the school where you are applying
SAT /ACT Prep Resources
A+ Skills Tutoring Service (254-9807) Club Z Standardized Test Help (775-5227) Edison College SAT/ACT Prep ([email protected]) Florida Gulf Coast University (590-7974) Gold Star Tutoring (404-9410) Huntington Learning Center (254-9411) Joe Hemrick English & Reading [email protected]
Major Math and More (435-7532) Math Works (591-2468 Princeton Review (1-800-2-REVIEW)
ACT/SAT RESOURCES
Princeton Review Books The College Board Real SAT’s Baron’s SAT Prep testGear for SAT www.number2.com
www.testu.com
www.ACT.ORG
www.COLLEGEBOARD.com
Bright Futures Scholarships
Florida Academic Scholarship 3.5 BF GPA 75 Hours Community Service 1270 SAT , 28 Composite ACT Florida Medallion 3.0 BF GPA 970 SAT, 20 Composite ACT
Florida Gold Seal 3.0 Gold Seal BF GPA Complete 3 Sequential Technical Classes with a 3.5 GPA SAT: 440 Math, 440 Verbal ACT: 18 Rdg, 17 Eng, 19 Math CPT: Reading 83, Sentence Skills 83, Algebra 72 Bright Futures Scholarship Program is subject to Legislative Change.
Bright Futures Core GPA
Recalculated GPA: Core Academic Courses only. The higher grade for the required English, Math, Science, Social Science and Foreign Language will be used to calculate the core academic GPA.
Honors Courses and Dual Enrolment courses are given a .5 weight.
A is calculated at a 4.5
Advanced Placement Courses are given a 1.0 credit weight.
A is Calculated at a 5.0
Scholarships
Florida Office of Student Financial Assistance www.floridastudentfinancialaid.org
Florida Financial Aid Applications Florida Bright Futures Scholarship Talented 20 Program State Grant and Scholarship Programs
Gulf Coast High School Scholarship List
www.gulfcoastsharks.com
State/National Scholarships Hard Copies in Guidance Senior Scholarship Presentation Local Scholarships (02/11/08)
Scholarship Search Engines
www.collegeanswer.com
www.collegenet.com
www.fastaid.com
www.fastweb.com
www.scholarshiphunter.com
www.scholarships.com
www.schoolsoup.com
See GCHS Web Site for additional search engines and information.
Financial Aid Process
Complete a FAFSA form beginning January 1, 2009 Explore Scholarships/Grants/Loans Attend GCHS Financial Aid Night in January of 2009
WWW.FACTS.ORG
Access website for high school academic evaluations Access for Bright Futures Eligibility Access for State of Florida Scholarships
Resume
Students Need to Keep a Resume Academic Information Awards/Talents/Leadership Community Service School Activities Out of School Activities
Letters of Recommendation
Only ask for what you need-many schools do not require this and admissions will not read Must have a resume before a teacher/counselor will write the recommendation
Did you know….….
Check your student’s grades on-line: www.gradebook.collier.k12.fl.us
Username: 6 digit student number Password: Birth Month and Day • June 7, (0607) Contact Teachers: www.gulfcoastsharks.com
Click ‘Faculty’ for email addresses
College Recruiters at Gulf Coast High School
Students sign up in Guidance in College Visitation Office List of recruiters visiting posted in Guidance Office, Announcements and on-line at www.gulfcoastsharks.com
College Athletics
Students interested in college athletics need to register with the NCA Clearinghouse.
www.ncaaclearinghouse.org
$50.00 Application Fee Submit High School Transcript and SAT/ACT Scores