underclassman parent night 11 presentation 2015-2016.pptx
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WELCOME TO THEGUIDANCEINFORMATIONAL SESSIONFOR STUDENTS AND
PARENTS
DOUGLAS ANDERSON
SCHOOL OF THE ARTS
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• Kathy Anderson Department Chair
School Counselor, A-GI
• Brooke Rimondi School Counselor, GL-O
• Shaneka Ferrell School Counselor, P-Z
• Dayle Mack Office Clerk
• Loretta Nicholson Records Clerk
ph 904-346-5620fax 904-346-5636
http://www.da-arts.org
DA School Counseling Office
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NAVIANCE
Highschool and College Planning
Personalized account
College and career preparation and planning
Self-discovery assessments and inventories
Set goals
Create a resume
Utilize tools for time management, study skills,
decision making and more…
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PROMOTION CRITERIA
To Grade Credit Requirement Other
10 5 Credits: Including1 English or 1 Math N/A
1112 Credits: Including 2 English and any combination of 2 Math and/or
cience N/A
121! Credits: Including " English and any combination of # Math and/or
cience1$5 %&A or abo'e
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24 credits
2.0 overall unweighted gpa
Pass Grade 10 FSA ELA
Pass Algera 1 E!"
#a$e one on%line high school course
GRADUATIONREQUIREMENTS
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Graduation Requirements24 credits
4-English
4-Math (ta)en in middle or high school in 200*+200! or thereafter, Algebra I-
%eometry- . 2
3-Science
iology- 2 sciences3-Social Studies
orld istory- American istory- Economics- American %o'
2-Foreign Language
must be in same orld language-!ractical or !er"orming Fine #rt$
- %O!E
&-Electi'es$
$includes the 2 s(eci"ic arts courses "or )# arts seal
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WHAT IS ON THETRANSCRIPT?
Biographical Information - check for accuracy Official record of high school work
Cumulative: 9th - 12th grades (8th grade if HScourse); all courses and final averages count
Senior schedule
Weighted GPA and unweighted GPAONLY
Rank in class
Community service hours only
Test results
Is reviewed by counselors yearly for accuracy
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GRADE POINT AVERAGE• 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) State University Schools inFlorida
• Florida Bright Futures GPA (uses specific courses andincludes half of an extra quality point for each honors,
AP, or DE course). Go to www.flvc.org
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Study – every 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 ready3 4no the ost secondary readiness scores3
Meet with your counselor
NAVIANCE
Continue activities /community service and document Know the steps for applying to college
write essays, prepare resume, letters of recommendations
EOC and AP exams
Junior Checklist
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THE COLLEGE PORTFOLIOCopy of TranscriptsCollege Application
College Entrance EssayLetters of RecommendationResume
College Portfolio Rubric
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PREPARE YOUR MATERIALS
Write Essays
Decide on Letters of Recommendation
Create a Resume
Submit Admissions Applications
Request Transcripts fromGuidance
Request Letters of Rec
Submit Remaining Applications
Beginning of Senior YearSummer
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2015-16 Test Dates
SAT TEST DATES WWW.COLLEGEBOARD.ORG *COST: $54.50 (Reading & Math and Essay)- October 2015-Januaary 2016
*COST $43.00 (NEW Redesigned SAT)- March 2016 and thereafter
Test Date Registration Deadline (Late Fee Required)
Oct 3, 2015 Sept 3, 2015 Sept 22 , 2015
Nov 7, 2015 Oct 9, 2015 Oct27, 2015
Dec 5, 2015 Nov 5, 2015 Nov 23, 2015
Jan 23, 2016 Dec 28, 2015 Jan 12, 2016March 5, 2016 Feb 5, 2016 Feb 23, 2016
May 7, 2016 April 8, 2016 April 26, 2016
June 4, 2016 May 5, 2016 May 25, 2016
ACT TEST DATES WWW.ACTSTUDENT.ORG
*COST: $39.50 (Reading & Math)/$56.50 with Writing Option
Test Date Registration Deadline (Late Fee Required)
Oct 24, 2015 Sept 18, 2015 Sept 19–Oct 2, 2015
Dec 12, 2015 Nov 6, 2015 Nov 7–20, 2015
Feb 6, 2016 Jan 8, 2016 Jan 9–15, 2016
April 9, 2016 March 4, 2016 March 5–18, 2016June 11, 2016 May 6, 2016 May 7–20, 2016
http://www.collegeboard.org/http://www.actstudent.org/http://www.actstudent.org/http://www.collegeboard.org/
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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 completed documentation to Ms. Cherry, Ms.Swartz or guidance (make copies to keep for your records)
turn in each verification form for all service completed yearlyobtain pre-approval for current year/upcoming communityservice from guidance (counselor corner lunch table)
What kind of activities are important?
Quality participation in one or few activities Service to the community –volunteering
Service and involvement in the school
Leadership and/or significant contributions
Communit* Ser'ice +
E,tracurricular #cti'ities
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SIX STEPS TO THECOLLEGE APPLICATION
PROCESS1) Know yourself and your reasons for attendingCollege
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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BE
WHEN YOU GROW UP? Interest Inventories Aptitude Testing
Career Research Matching Up the Results This is an emotional and intuitive
decision, not just a numbers game!!! You don’t 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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CONSIDER COLLEGE
CHARACTERISTICS
Majors &educationalprograms
Type of school °rees offered
Admission policy
Location & size Costs & financialaid
College affiliation& accreditation
Campus activities Support services
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FOUR YEAR COLLEGE
Primary focus is rstgetting bachelor’sdegree.
Opportunities tofurther educationbeyond the bachelor’sdegree ( year
degree!.
"niversities o#er a$ide variety of ma%ors.
&ntrancere'uirements vary
by school.
Attending schoolfulltime )* credits
per semester (mostclasses are + creditseach!
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A good t for
students $ho $antto transfer to auniversity or collegeto pursue a
bachelors degree. ,uaranteed
acceptance to a state university.
A good ft or
students who wantto enter aproessional ortechnical feld intwo years.
You can alsocontinue on to abachelor’s degree iyou choose.
Associate of Arts – 2+2 Associate in Science
State College – Community College
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LIST, COMPARE, AND VISIT!
Compile information from several resources: Internet/Websites College catalogs, bulletins, videos, and computer-basedservices
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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GENERAL TIPS
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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COLLEGE VISIT PROCEDURE
If the visit causes you to miss class(es) at DA, theabsence will be excused if the following procedure isfollowed:
For Juniors and Seniors only
Pick up an application in the Dean’s Office Obtain work from teachers prior to leaving
Turn in the application to the Attendance Office atleast two weeks prior to the college visit
Approval will only be granted for formal invitationsand open houses
Upon return to school bring a note signed by both auniversity representative and your parent/guardian
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CHECKLIST FOR A CAMPUS VISIT
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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WHEN SHOULD I APPLY?The earlier you apply in your senior year
the better!
ost lorida tate "niversities have alreadyaccepted a ma%ority of their students by0ecember or their priority deadline has
passed.
1y ebruary some are still acceptingstudents.
ome colleges have rolling admissions.
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Narrow your choices
Review college admission test requirements
Know application fees and deadlines
Know scholarship requirements
Submit application materials (paper/electronic) Application for admission
High school transcript
Recommendations
Admission test results
Apply for Admission &
Observe Deadlines
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TO FINANCE YOUREDUCATION
Determine college costs
Investigate ALL possible resourcesParents
SavingsSummer earningsFinancial aid: scholarships (merit based andneed- based), grants, loans & work-study (need–based)
Other sources Secure necessary forms and note deadlines
Apply for financial aid as early as possible
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REVIEW AND FINALIZE
YOUR PLANSShow initiative and be assertive
Talk with your parents and counselor
Select a college that meets your needs andpreferences
Follow up with colleges to which you have applied
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MEETING COLLEGE EXPENSES
MERIT SCHOLARSHIPS
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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MEETING COLLEGE EXPENSESBRIGHT FUTURES
SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
Students must apply for Bright Futures and other state
scholarships at www.floridastudentfinancialaid.org
during spring 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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BRIGHT FUTURES ELIGIBILITY
16 college-preparatory credits and up to 2additional credits from courses in these academicareas and/or AP fine arts courses
SAT/ACT test scores, and community service Florida Academic Scholars (FAS) - 3.5 weighted Academic GPA (minimum 16 required academiccredits), 1290 SAT/29 ACT (excluding the writingsection), 100 hours community service
Florida Medallion Scholars (FMS) - 3.0 weighted Academic GPA (minimum 16 required academiccredits), 1170 SAT/26 ACT (excluding the writingsection) 75 hours community service
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EXPENSES
NEED-BASED FINANCIAL AID
GRANTS, LOANS and WORK STUDY Many students and families receive need-based financial aid. Federal Government: “The Student Guide” and “Funding YourEducation” –www.ed.gov/finaid.html
Families complete FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid)
owww.fafsa.ed.gov
To estimate your eligibility for federal student aid. Visit theFAFSA4casterhttps://studentaid.ed.gov/sa/fafsa/estimate
ORhttps://
studentaid.ed.gov/sa/fafsa/next-steps/how-calculated to get
more information on the your EFC - Expected Family Contribution-the amount of federal student aid you are eligible to receive
ADDITIONAL
http://www.ed.gov/finaid.htmlhttp://www.fafsa.ed.gov/https://studentaid.ed.gov/sa/fafsa/estimatehttps://studentaid.ed.gov/sa/fafsa/next-steps/how-calculatedhttps://studentaid.ed.gov/sa/fafsa/next-steps/how-calculatedhttps://studentaid.ed.gov/sa/fafsa/next-steps/how-calculatedhttps://studentaid.ed.gov/sa/fafsa/next-steps/how-calculatedhttps://studentaid.ed.gov/sa/fafsa/estimatehttps://studentaid.ed.gov/sa/fafsa/estimatehttps://studentaid.ed.gov/sa/fafsa/estimatehttp://www.fafsa.ed.gov/http://www.ed.gov/finaid.html
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ADDITIONALIMPORTANT WEBSITESwww.da-arts.org
www.douglasandersonguidance.blogspot.com
www.douglasandersonseniors2016.blogspot.com
www.cyberguidance.netwww.finaid.org
www.scholaraid.com
www.federalstudentaid.ed.gov
www.fastweb.com
www.zinch.com
www.bigfuture.collegeboard.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