underclassman parent night 11 presentation 2014-2015
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WELCOMETOTHEGUIDANCE
INFORMATIONALSESSIONFOR
STUDENTSANDPARENTS
DOUGLASANDERSON
SCHOOL
OF
THE
ARTS
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School Counseling Office
904-346-5620
Kathy MortensenDepartment Chair
A-GI
Ext. 119
Brooke Rimondi School Counselor
GL-O
Ext. [email protected]
Sarah DAnna School Counselor
P-Z
Ext. [email protected]
Brenda White Part time CounselorExt. 191
Loretta Nicholson Records ClerkExt. 118
Revlon Lewis
And Lee McLaughlinFiling Clerk/Office Asst.
Ext. [email protected]
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NAVIANCEHighschool and College Planning
Given account information during classroom guidance in history
class. Created resumes and explored NAVIANCE
View highschool transcripts
Track college planning
Discover scholarships
Set goals
Explore careers
Create a resume
Utilize tools for time management, study skills, decision making
and more
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24 credits
2.0 overall unweighted gpa
Pass the reading FCAT and Algebra 1 EOC
Take one on-line high school course
GRADUATIONREQUIREMENTS
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24 credits
4-English
4-Math(taken in middle or high school in 2007-2008 or thereafter)
Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II, Additional Math
3-Science
Biology, 1 Physical Science, + 1 equally rigorous science3-Social Studies
World History, American History, Economics, American Gov
2-Foreign Language
Consecutive courses in same language1-Practical or Performing Fine Art*
1- HOPE
6-Electives*
*includes the 12 specific arts courses for DA arts seal
GRADUATIONREQUIREMENTS
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PROMOTIONCRITERIA
To Grade Credit Requirement Other
10 5 Credits: Including1 English and 1 Math N/A
1112 Credits: Including 2 English and any combination of 2 Math and/or
ScienceN/A
1218 Credits: Including 3 English and any combination of 4 Math and/or
Science1.5 GPA or above
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WHATISONTHETRANSCRIPT? Biographical Information - check for accuracy
Official record of high school work
Cumulative: 9th - 12th grades (8thgrade if HS
course); all courses and final averages count
Senior schedule
Weighted GPA and unweighted GPA ONLY
Rank in class
Community service hours only Test results
Is reviewed by counselors yearly for accuracy
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GRADEPOINTAVERAGE State, Unweighted, Graduation GPA (4.0 scale)
District, Weighted, Ranking GPA (5.0 scale)
Re-calculated, Academic GPA (includes half of an extraquality point for each academic honors course, wholeextra point for AP, DE) i.e. State University Schools in FL
Florida Bright Futures GPA (includes half of an extra
quality point for each academic honors, AP course). Goto www.flvc.org
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Register to take the PSAT
College Fair October 11 @ Prime Osborne Center
Studyevery year counts; good year to build GPA
View your Bright Futures Scholarship eligibility @ www.flvc.org
Take the SAT and ACT www.collegeboard.com, www.act.org College ready! Know the post secondary readiness scores!
Meet with your counselor
NAVIANCE
Continue activities /community service and document
Know the steps for applying to college
EOC and AP exams
JuniorChecklist
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Meet with your counselor and attend senior parent night!
Studysenior year grades are important
NAVIANCE
Take SAT and ACT again www.collegeboard.com,
www.act.org College ready - Know the post secondary readiness scores!
View your Bright Futures Scholarship eligibility atwww.flvc.org Apply for Bright Futures in December
Continue activities /community service and document
Prepare and send college applications - online is preferable.
Use www.flvc.org, the common application
www.commonapp.org, or school-specific websites Write essays
Prepare resume
Letters of recommendation
Request transcripts from guidance office
Research and apply for scholarships
SeniorChecklistFall
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Meet with your counselor!
View your Bright Futures Scholarship eligibility at www.flvc.org
Keep grades up, colleges may rescind admission for falling
grades
Continue to take the SAT/ACT
Apply for scholarships and financial aid
visit the DA guidance webpage, counselor corner blog, andsenior page
senior newsletters
scholarship bulletins
Fill out the FAFSA at www.fafsa.ed.gov
Attend Beacon financial aid workshop, financial aid night, andsenior parent night
Follow up with colleges to confirm your attendance
AP and senior final exams
Senior Checklist Spring
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SENIORWORKSHOP
Counselors will begin visiting senior Englishclasses to discuss:
Senior credit check; graduation requirements
Diplomas and transcripts
GPAs College application procedure
SAT and ACT
Post secondary readiness
Community service Financial aid and scholarships
RED days for guidance activities
College Fair
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THECOLLEGEPORTFOLIO Copy of Transcripts
College Application
College Entrance Essay Letters of Recommendation
Resume
College Portfolio Rubric
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Work on your GPA every year!
Take the ACT and SAT beginning in your Junior year!
Build your resume with ACTIVITIES
What can I be doing now?
C it S i
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Extracurricular activities and community service are hot
items! Participation throughout grades 9-12 is most important(includes summer before ninth grade)
submit all documentation to Mr. Vetch or Mr. Mahan (make
copies)
turn in each verification form for all service completed to date by
end of the first 9 weeks
obtain pre-approval for current year/upcoming community service
from guidance (counselor corner lunch table)
What kind of activities are important?
Quality participation in one or few activities Service to the communityvolunteering
Service and involvement in the school
Leadership and/or significant contributions
Community Service
and Extracurricular Activities
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SIXSTEPSTOTHE
COLLEGEAPPLICATIONPROCESS1) Know yourself and your reasons for attending
College
2) Consider College characteristics3) List, compare, and visit Colleges
4) Apply for admission and observe deadlines
5) Develop a plan to finance your education
6) Review and finalize your plans
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WHATDOYOUWANTTOBE
WHENYOUGROWUP? Interest Inventories
Aptitude Testing
Career Research Matching Up the Results
This is an emotional and intuitive decision,
not just a numbers game!!! You dont need all the answers right now
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A university/four-year college
Private or public
In-state or out-of-state
A community college
A vocational-technical school
A private technical college
What is right for me?
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CONSIDERCOLLEGE
CHARACTERISTICS
Majors &educational
programs Type of school &
degrees offered
Admission policy
Location & size
Costs & financial
aid College affiliation
& accreditation
Campus activities
Support services
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FOURYEARCOLLEGE
Primary focus is firstgetting bachelorsdegree.
Opportunities to furthereducation beyond thebachelors degree (4year degree).
Universities offer a widevariety of majors.
Entrance requirementsvary by school.
Attending schoolfulltime = 12 credits persemester (most classesare 3 credits each)
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A good fit for
students who want totransfer to auniversity or collegeto pursue a bachelorsdegree.
Guaranteedacceptance to astateuniversity.
A good fit for
students who want toenter a professionalor technical field intwo years.
You can also continueon to a bachelorsdegree if you choose.
Associate of Arts 2+2 Associate in Science
State College Community College
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LIST, COMPARE, ANDVISIT!
Compile information from several resources: Internet/Websites
College catalogs, bulletins, videos, and computer-based
services
College representatives & college fairs Counselors and teachers
Parents, students, and alumni
Prepare a college comparison checklist
Weigh advantages & disadvantages Contact the office of admission
Schedule appointments for your campus visits
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GENERALTIPS
Establish Notebook with Dividers
Resume
Divider for Each School with check list
Create Folder System
Get the name of your Admission Rep and keep it
Establish a calendar of deadlines for each school Maintain Senior Year Grades
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COLLEGEVISITPROCEDURE
If the visit causes you to miss class(es) at DA, the absencewill be excused if the following procedure is followed:
For Juniors and Seniors only
Pick up an application in the Deans Office
Obtain work from teachers prior to leaving
Turn in the application to the Attendance Office at least
two weeks prior to the college visit
Approval will only be granted for formal invitations andopen houses
Upon return to school bring a note signed by both a
university representative and your parent/guardian
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CHECKLISTFORACAMPUSVISIT
Meet with an Admission Counselor Verify admission requirements
Determine actual college costs
Ask about financial aid opportunities
Take a campus tour
Investigate your academic program(s)
Attend a class
Talk with students and faculty Discuss your chances for success:
admission, graduation, placement
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DEVELOPAPLAN
TOFINANCEYOUREDUCATION Determine college costs
Investigate ALL possible resources Parents Savings Summer earnings Financial aid: scholarships (merit based and need-
based), grants, loans & work-study (needbased) Other sources
Secure necessary forms and note deadlines
Apply for financial aid as early aspossible(for FAFSA must wait until January
1 of senior year unless applying for summer
after graduation)
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REVIEWANDFINALIZE
YOURPLANS
Show initiative and be assertive
Talk with your parents and counselor
Select a college that meets your needs and
preferences
Follow up with colleges to which you have applied
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MEETINGCOLLEGEEXPENSES
MERITSCHOLARSHIPS
Based on talent or merit
Very competitive - national pool of applicants
High GPA and test scores Academic
Artistic
Community service
Leadership
Essay competitions
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MEETINGCOLLEGEEXPENSESBRIGHT FUTURES
SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
Students must apply for Bright Futures and other state
scholarships at www.floridastudentfinancialaid.org duringspring of senior year
Must meet minimum requirements for recalculated GPA,
SAT/ACT test scores, and community service
Must maintain GPA in college
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BRIGHTFUTURESELIGIBILITY
16 college-preparatory credits and up to 2
additional credits from courses in these academic
areas and/or AP fine arts courses
SAT/ACT test scores, and community service
Florida Academic Scholars (FAS) - 3.5 weightedAcademic GPA (minimum 16 required academiccredits), 1290 (critical reading and math) SAT/29ACT, 100 hours community service
Florida Medallion Scholars (FMS) - 3.0 weighted
Academic GPA (minimum 16 required academiccredits), 1170 (critical reading and math) SAT/ 26ACT, 75 hours community service
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IMPORTANTWEBSITES www.duvalschools.org
www.da-arts.org
www.douglasandersonguidance.blogspot.com
www.cyberguidance.net
www.finaid.org www.scholaraid.com
www.federalstudentaid.ed.gov
www.flvc.org
www.fastweb.com www.cappex.com
www.bigfuture.collegeboard.org
www.flchoices.org
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THANK YOU!
Questions?
Phone : 904-346-5620
Fax: 904-346-5636
http://www.da-arts.org
www.douglasandersonguidance.blogspot.com