Parent Night Freshman, Sophomore, Junior Windermere High School “Achieving Greatness with Honor”

School Counseling Team Mr. Feliciano, A-Bon Ms. Kiddy, Boo - Cov Ms. Medina, Cow - Fer Mrs. Wilkin, Fes - Ha Mrs. Mack, He - Lee Ms. Granberry, Lef – Med Mrs. Woodward, Mee – Pat Ms. Rogers, Pau – Ro Mrs. Pierce, Ru - The Mrs. Lloyd, Thi - Z Nancy Laurenzana , College and Career Specialist Counselors are available: • by appointment (links for each counselor on WHS Website under Guidance tab) • for students during lunch each day

Communication Tools Stay Informed Monitor your Student School website Facebook pages Connect Ed Messages Monitor your Student Skyward- Grades CANVAS-Classroom https://parents.classlink.com/ocps

Academic Support Intervention Courses Edgenuity Tutoring Offered in most subject areas either before or after school Full schedule is available online: https://windermerehs.ocps.net Students  Tutoring Testing Center- Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday after school SAT Practice- Khan Academy

High School Graduation Requirements 24 Credits Subject Area Credits English 4 Math (must include Algebra 1 and Geometry) Science (must include Biology) 3 Social Studies World History (1) US History (1) Economics with Financial Literacy (.5) US Government(.5) Health Opportunities in Physical Education (HOPE) 1 Fine, Performing, or Approved Practical Art Electives 8 One online course Total 24 These credits represent the minimum for a standard diploma. Students seeking admission to college will be expected to take additional rigorous coursework.

Additional Requirements 2.0 unweighted GPA (The cumulative Grade Point Average is based on final grades) State Assessment Requirements FSA Reading or Concordant (Must pass) Algebra I or Concordant (Must pass & 30% of grade, if course is taken in Florida public school) Geometry, Biology, and U.S. History (30% of grade, if course is taken in Florida public school) Online course www. FLVS.net, select Orange County Virtual when prompted.

Concordant Scores

GPA= Grade Point Average GPA- A calculation of your average score on an unweighted and weighted scale Honors, AP, and Dual Enrollment courses receive additional points on a weighted scale Accounts for the rigor of the courses Used to determine class rank Colleges will recalculate high school GPA using different criteria Grade Standard Unweighted Honors Weight (+1) AP/Dual Enrollment Weight (+2) A 4 5 6 B 3 C 2 D 1- no added weight given F 0- no added weight given

Additional Diploma Designations In addition to the Standard 24 credits: Scholar Designation – Students must satisfy additional requirements, including more rigorous courses and passing EOC scores Out of state and private school transfer students who have already completed Biology, Geometry, and U.S. History will need to take these EOCs to qualify for this designation. Merit Designation – Students must attain one or more approved industry certifications Biliteracy Seal- Recognizes students who have attained high level competency in a foreign language For more detailed information on Diploma Designations, please refer to: http://www.fldoe.org/core/fileparse.php/7764/urlt/1415fowardflyer.pdf

Advance Placement (AP) Versus Dual Enrollment Students have the opportunity to take highly rigorous courses depending on their goals for college. In - state consider a mix of dual enrollment and AP Out-of-state consider AP courses WHS has over 30 AP courses offered. Over half of our students are in at least one AP course. 350 students that attend Valencia, UF and/or UCF for dual Enrollment. 569 courses are being taken at the college level. 30 students are taking 165 CTE courses at our technical college. School Profile for Colleges is on our school website.

Dual Enrollment Opportunities Valencia UF Online UCF Orange Technical College What is Dual Enrollment? • Enrolled at WHS and College at the same time • Earn high school credit and college credit while attending college classes • Accelerate the completion of a college degree • Free college credits while still in high school For Fall 2020 Applications and additional information will be available in the Spring

College Transition Counselor: Ms. Hudson Kerri.MacLean@ocps.net Requirements • 3.0 unweighted GPA by date of application • College ready test scores to Valencia by deadline (SAT/ACT/PERT/) OCPS covers cost of books Transportation is not provided See Ms. MacLean for assistance with: College career planning College application process Financial aid support Scholarship search Resume building Valencia dual enrollment support

Requirements Requirements Junior or Senior in high school Courses are taken online through UF Requirements Junior or Senior in high school 3.6 unweighted GPA One of the three following tests: SAT- with a 1100 composite score ACT – with a 22 composite score PSAT- with a 1130 composite score Requirements Junior or Senior in high school 3.8 unweighted GPA recalculated by UCF using academic core only One of the following tests: SAT- with a 1330 composite score ACT – with a 28 composite score

Career Specialist: Ms. Heidelberg Brandi.Heidelberg@ocps.net Open to 11th and 12 Graders, must be 16 with a 2.0 GPA Programs Include: 3D Animation Welding Automotive- Repair, Collision, and Diesel Culinary Information Tech Medical Assisting Pharmacy Tech Veterinarian Assisting And More... Transportation is provided

NCAA Students Information Academic Requirements Apply to NCAA Eligibility (www.eligibilitycenter.org) Center – Fee Have counselor submit transcript for review 16 Core classes (English, Math, Science, and Social Science/additional) GPA (requirements vary by D1 or D2) SAT/ACT Scores (requirements vary by D1 or D2) Additional resources are on our school site

High School Athletic Night Appropriate for all freshman, sophomore, junior & senior athletes interested in playing sports at the next level. Date: 11/5/19 Time: 6 PM ACADEMIC STANDARDS

Post- Secondary Options Technical school College/University Military Workforce

Make Connections with your next goal! Military – Speak with a recruiter! Technical College – Apply State College or University – Apply

What Information do College Admission Officers Review Test scores Strength of high school courses Grades/Overall GPA Essay Additional Factors Personal accomplishments Character- leadership, commitment Student’s demonstrated interest Teacher and counselor recommendations Class rank Courses in progress senior year Numbers make you competitive, your story makes you compelling! - Dartmouth rep For more information from the college board: https://bigfuture.collegeboard.org/get-in/applying-101/character-counts-what-are-colleges-looking-for

OCPS Super Scholars Recognizes students from each school who are accepted into: Top 20 National Universities Top 20 Liberal Arts Colleges U.S. Service Academies For more information and for a list of schools, visit: https://www.ocps.net/departments/marketing_and_events/super_scholars/

Florida Bright Futures Scholarship Academic Scholars (FAS) Medallion Scholars (FMS) Gold Seal Vocational Scholars (GSV) Weighted GPA: 3.5 SAT/ACT: 1330/29 Service Hours: 100 4 English 4 Math 3 Science 3 Social Studies 2 Foreign Languages Weighted GPA: 3.0 SAT/ACT: 1210/25 Service Hours: 75 Weighted GPA:3.0 SAT/ACT/PERT Service Hours: 30 Career Education Course (3.5 GPA) Scholarship for FL Residents Recalculated weighted GPA is used based on 16 core courses Requires community service hours Test scores are a critical component

Community Service Guidelines https://windermerehs.ocps.net/guidance/community_service Community Service hours tracked by the school are intended for the Bright Futures Scholarship as well as other scholarships * Students should turn in all documented hours before May 1st. Process: Develop a plan that addresses a social problem in your community Prior to completing community service, submit plan for approval with required forms to counselor Submit signed documentation with reflection about service after completing

What is Naviance? Access through Launch Seniors are using Naviance to: Application lists Acceptance Status Scholarship Searches Exploring College options View their rank, GPA, & test scores Access through Launch

College and Career Center College, Career, & Military College Spirit day - Wednesday College Admission Rep visits College Essay writing ACT/SAT Registration help Naviance College Field Trips College Week (October 5-12) College Acceptances: stop by CCC or counselor Scholarship Awards: stop by CCC or counselor

What should Freshmen and Sophomores be doing? Take your academics seriously- everything counts! Communicate with teachers and seek help when needed Challenge yourself by taking a rigorous course load Start building your college resume Participate in extracurriculars Develop leadership skills Begin working on community service Explore career and college interests For More Detailed Information Visit: https://secure-media.collegeboard.org/CollegePlanning/media/pdf/BigFuture-College-Planning-9th-10th-Graders.pdf

Next Steps for Juniors Review your transcript to ensure accuracy In School Review your transcript to ensure accuracy Stay focused on academics and do not lighten your academic load for senior year Meet with your school counselor Stay involved in school activities Standardized Testing Prepare for and register for ACT/SAT tests - March 4th SAT Day Exploration Explore colleges on Naviance Meet with college representatives and visit colleges if you can Attend college fairs Begin thinking about financial aid and scholarships For More Detailed Information Visit: https://secure-media.collegeboard.org/CollegePlanning/media/pdf/BigFuture- College-Planning-Calendar-Juniors.pdf

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