1. Knowing your graduation path
Soar Like an Eagle
Knowing your graduation path
and beyond

2. Graduation Requirements
24 or 18 credits
2.0 unweighted GPA
Testing requirements:
Algebra EOC or PERT math (97)
FSA ELA or ACT 19 in Reading or SAT ERW of 430 or Reading of 24

3. Graduation Course Requirements
4 credits English
4 credits math (must include Algebra and Geometry)
3 credits science (must include Biology)
Social Studies: World History,
US History, Govt./Economics
HOPE *
Art *
Online **
8 electives
*can also be waived through 2 credits of ROTC
** online requirement presently met by HOPE on SLHS campus

4. Oops… I failed a class
Fail for semester but can still possibly pass for the year
Credit recovery through e2020
Credit recovery through FLVS or LVS
C or better and F will be replaced with new grade in GPA. Original F will still show on transcript but will no longer factor into GPA.
Can also grade forgive courses in which a grade of D is earned (or C if taken in middle school)
NCAA does not accept courses coded as credit recovery courses. Must take the initial credit option through FLVS or LVS
Visit the Florida Virtual School Website to sign-up

5. Want to play college sports?
NCAA:
NAIA:

6. Advanced Placement Courses
AP courses are rigorous, college-level classes in a variety of subjects that give students an opportunity to gain the skills and experience colleges recognize.
- College Board Website
Universities require that you earn a 3 or higher on the AP test to be awarded the college credit.
The credit is awarded by the University at their discretion.
The credit is awarded at the High School when you pass the class

7. Dual Enrollment at Lake Sumter State College
Courses become part of high school transcript but also begins college transcript
3.0 unweighted GPA
Pass all 3 sections of PERT or earn equivalent test scores on ACT or SAT
Complete application
Must have own transportation (other than online courses)

8. Early Admit Take all your senior classes at LSSC
Can take no classes at SLHS or on FLVS/LVS
Must have 3.5 unweighted high school GPA
Must have 3.0 LSSC GPA

9. Dual Enrollment at Lake Technical College
2.0 unweighted GPA
Pass required tests
Take academics at SLHS
Electives are courses at Lake Tech
Must have own transportation
Information on programs offered: opportunities/dual-enrollment

10. Bright Futures Eligibility http://www.floridastudentfinancialaid.org/
FAS
3.5 GPA
4 English credits
4 Math Credits
Alg I and above
3 Natural Science credits
3 Social Science credits
2 World Language credits
100 Com Service Hours
1290 SAT/ 29 ACT
FMS
3.0 GPA
4 English credits
4 Math Credits
Alg I and above
3 Natural Science credits
3 Social Science credits
2 World Language credits
75 Com Service Hours
1170 SAT/ 27 ACT
GSV/ GSC
3.0 GPA in non-elective HS courses
3.5 in Career Technical classes
Take a minimum of 3 Career Technical Classes
General Requirements for Bright Futures
30 Com Service Hours
Meet Test Score Requirements on SAT, ACT, or PERT

11. SAT and ACT
College entrance exams (for 4-year colleges and universities
Often needed for scholarships
Concordant scores will fulfill graduation testing requirements
Must register and pay to take the exam (fee waivers available under certain circumstances)
Saturdays
Not given at SLHS

12. SAT at SLHS Special partnership with College Board
Test is free to all juniors
Given on a school day
Wednesday, March 1
Study at

13. Remind
Effective way to keep informed
Text: 81010
Message: @slhs-2018

14. Girls/Boys State Sponsored by American Legion For Juniors
Weeklong event in summer in Tallahassee
Free
Experiential learning in government and leadership
Application and interview process
Above average academic achievement
Indicate interest to Mrs. Mitchell by Friday, February 24th.

15. What’s Next? College / University State College Technical School
Military (ASVAB list)
Work
Florida Shines:

16. Florida State Universities
University of Central Florida (UCF) – Orlando
University of Florida (UF)– Gainesville
Florida State University (FSU) – Tallahassee
University of South Florida (USF) – Tampa/St. Pete
University of North Florida (UNF) – Jacksonville
Florida Gulf Coast University (FGCU) – Fort Meyers
Florida Agricultural and Mechanical (FAMU) – Tallahassee
Florida Atlantic University (FAU) – Boca Raton
Florida International University (FIU)– Miami
University of West Florida (UWF) - Pensacola
New College – Sarasota
Florida Poly Tech - Lakeland

17. State Colleges Lake Sumter State College Valencia State College
Over 50 more throughout the state
2 + 2
Much more cost effective than directly to 4-year institution
Many 2-year (AAS) and certificate programs

18. Technical Schools Lake Tech: http://www.laketech.org/
West side Tech: Programs/Pages/Career-Certificate-Programs.aspx
Accreditation

19. Financial Aid Scholarships: http://www.floridastudentfinancialaid.org/
Bright Futures:
Fastweb:
College Board:
SLHS:
Grants
Loans
FAFSA: