1. Senior Seminar
Class of 2018

2. Mrs. Nymark
A - G
Meet the Counselors
Ms. Jackson
H - O
Ms. Polizzi
P - Z

3. Cover Letter and Designation Letter
HOMEWORK ASSIGNMENT
Cover Letter and Designation Letter

4. Cover Letter and Designation Letter
HOMEWORK ASSIGNMENT
Cover Letter and Designation Letter
You must bring these forms home, get them signed by a parent or guardian, and return them to your English teacher or guidance counselor.

5. GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
What you need in order to walk across the stage

6. GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
Language Arts (English) Math Science Social Studies The Arts Physical Education (HOPE) Electives Total Credits Virtual Learning Requirement *World Language
4 Credits 4 Credits (Algebra 1 & Geometry required) 3 Credits (Biology required) 3 Credits 1 Credit 8 Credits 24 Credits 1 “Course” must be completed online 2 Credits for Bright Futures and Colleges/Universities
Make sure you are scheduled to meet these credit requirements! This includes registration for night school, ELP, and/or virtual school if necessary!

7. GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS 2.0 Unweighted Cumulative
Grade Point Average
2.0 Unweighted Cumulative
Weighted?
Unweighted
A = 4 points
B = 3 points
C = 2 points
D = 1 point
F = 0 points
Weighted – Honors
A = 4.5 points
B = 3.5 points
C = 2.5 points
D = 1 point
F = 0 points
Weighted – AP/DE
A = 5 points
B = 4 points
C = 3 points
D = 1 point
F = 0 points

8. GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS Statewide Assessments
Students MUST pass:
Grade 10 FSA ELA,
or earn a concordant score on the SAT,
or earn a concordant score on the ACT
Algebra 1 EOC,
or earn a concordant score on the PERT
prior to October 1st, 2017
Students MUST participate in:
Geometry - 30% of the final course grade.
Biology % of the final course grade.
U.S. History - 30% of the final course grade.
Did you know?
If you earn a “D” or an “F” on an EOC, you may choose to retake
it to improve your overall course grade.

9. GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
Diploma Designations
Scholars
1 credit in Algebra 2
Pass the Geometry EOC
1 credit in Statistics or an equally rigorous math
Pass the Biology EOC or AP Exam
1 credit in Chemistry or Physics
1 credit in a course equally rigorous to Chemistry or Physics
Pass the US History EOC or AP Exam
Earn 2 credits in the same World Language
Earn at least 1 credit in an AP, IB, AICE, or dual enrollment course
Merit
Attain one or more industry certifications from the established list.

10. GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS Credit Recovery and Grade Forgiveness
Need to get back on track?
Talk to your counselor about:
Night School
ELP
FLVS
PVS

11. or in other words…MONEY!
Financial Aid & Scholarships
or in other words…MONEY!

12. FAFSA FFAA Local State Federal Pinellas County Florida United States
PEFSA
State
Florida
FFAA
Federal
United States
FAFSA
Financial Aid & Scholarships

13. Financial Aid & Scholarships
Federal student aid begins with the Free Application for Federal Student Aid, or FAFSA.
Financial Aid & Scholarships
FEDERAL

14. Financial Aid & Scholarships
The three categories of federal student aid are:
Grants – money that doesn’t have to be repaid.
Work-Study – money that’s earned while attending school and that doesn’t have to be repaid.
Loans – borrowed money for college or career school. You must repay your loans, with interest.
Financial Aid & Scholarships
FEDERAL

15. Financial Aid & Scholarships
As soon after OCTOBER 1st as possible, complete and submit your FAFSA, along with any other financial aid applications your school(s) of choice may require. You can complete the FAFSA online at
Financial Aid & Scholarships
FEDERAL

16. Financial Aid & Scholarships
Funds are limited and awarded on a first-come, first-served basis.
Wait too long…
So apply EARLY!!!
Financial Aid & Scholarships
FEDERAL

17. Financial Aid & Scholarships
State student aid begins with the Initial Student Florida Financial Aid Application, or FFAA.
Financial Aid & Scholarships
STATE

18. Financial Aid & Scholarships
Bright Futures:
Florida Academic Scholars (FAS)
awards 100% of tuition
Florida Medallion Scholars (FMS)
awards $39.00-$77.00 per credit hour
Florida Gold Seal Vocational (GSV)
awards $39.00-$48.00 per credit hour
Financial Aid & Scholarships
STATE

19. Financial Aid & Scholarships
To apply for Bright Futures, you must submit a completed, error free FFAA any time between October 1st and graduation. If you do not apply, you will forfeit ALL future eligibility for a Bright Futures Scholarship.
Financial Aid & Scholarships
STATE

20. Financial Aid & Scholarships
You can complete the FFAA online at .
Financial Aid & Scholarships
STATE

21. Financial Aid & Scholarships
Please fill this slip out now. We will come around to collect it.
Financial Aid & Scholarships
STATE

22. Financial Aid & Scholarships
In addition to Bright Futures, you have the opportunity to apply for other State Scholarships and Grant Programs.
Financial Aid & Scholarships
STATE

23. Financial Aid & Scholarships
Local Student Aid begins with the Pinellas Education Foundation Scholarship Application, or PEFSA
Financial Aid & Scholarships
LOCAL

24. Financial Aid & Scholarships
The PEFSA process will assist you in supplying all of the required information for a variety of available scholarships. At the end of the application process you will be presented with a list of scholarships for which you may be eligible.
Financial Aid & Scholarships
LOCAL

25. Financial Aid & Scholarships
The deadline for submitting a PEFSA is 11:59 PM on January 19th, You can complete the PEFSA online at…
Financial Aid & Scholarships
LOCAL

26. Financial Aid & Scholarships
The Pinellas County Schools’ Office of Financial Aid offers many helpful links regarding financial and post-secondary planning, such as Scholarship Opportunities.
Financial Aid & Scholarships
LOCAL

27. Financial Aid & Scholarships
You and your parent(s) or guardian(s) are strongly encouraged to attend one of the county’s Financial Aid Osceola October 9th!
Financial Aid & Scholarships
LOCAL

28. Post-Secondary Planning
What are you doing AFTER high school?

29. Post-Secondary Planning
This is not the end of your journey, it’s the beginning and you’ll want to make sure that you’re well prepared for what lies ahead.

30. Post-Secondary Planning

31. Post-Secondary Planning

32. Post-Secondary Planning
The SUS Matrix

33. Post-Secondary Planning
The FL College System
Florida's colleges remain the primary point of access to higher education in Florida, with 65 percent of the state's high school graduates pursuing postsecondary education beginning at one of Florida’s 28 colleges.
The 28 state colleges offer career-related certificates and two-year associate degrees that prepare students to transfer to a bachelor’s degree program or to enter jobs requiring specific skills. Many also offer baccalaureate degrees in high-demand fields.
Florida College System institutions have an open door policy. This means students will be admitted to an associate degree program.

34. Post-Secondary Planning
The Independent Colleges & Universities of Florida
The Independent Colleges & Universities of Florida (ICUF) is a diverse association of 30 private, not-for-profit, higher education  institutions. All are based in Florida and accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges & Schools (SACS). They serve more than 150,000 degree – seeking students.
Nonpublic Postsecondary Schools/Colleges
There are also numerous institutions that have met the requirements of the Commission for Independent Education to operate a nonpublic postsecondary school/college in the state of Florida.

35. Post-Secondary Planning
The Military
When it comes to learning about the Military, knowing where to start your research may seem daunting. Don't worry — Today’s Military is there to help.
The first steps to considering service include understanding the Military's basic entrance requirements, exploring the different Service branches and deciding between enlisted and officer career paths.
Today's Military overview pages show the various stages of a military career, from the joining process to training, working and taking advantage of military benefits.

36. Post-Secondary Planning
“College Days”
Seniors are allowed three (3) preapproved absences for post-secondary visitations, which do not affect exam exemption eligibility.
Turn in a request form to your clerk at least three (3) days prior to the visit.
Obtain “proof” of your visit.
Give “proof” to your clerk upon your return to school.
You are responsible for obtaining and completing all missed class and homework assignments due to the College Day.

37. Post-Secondary Planning
Sending Transcripts:
Students who need to send out transcripts must see Ms. Valdes in the Guidance Office to pick up their Transcript Request Card.
A parent or guardian must sign the card the first time a transcript is requested.
Official hard copies are $2.00 – DO NOT OPEN THEM, otherwise they become unofficial and schools will not accept them.
Unofficial copies are $1.00.
Electronic transfers are free – Please check ahead of time to make sure that the receiving school accepts this method.

38. Post-Secondary Planning
Letters of Recommendation:
Mrs. Nymark
A - G
Ms. Jackson
H - O
Ms. Polizzi
P - Z
Please give your counselor at least
two (2) weeks to write your letter.

39. Post-Secondary Planning
Testing: SAT ACT ASVAB PERT

40. Post-Secondary Planning
Khan Academy
satpractice.org

41. Post-Secondary Planning
NEXT Magazine:
Good advice
Scholarships
Post-Secondary information
Planners

42. Questions? Mrs. Nymark A-C nymarkk@pcsb.org Ms. Jackson H-O
Check our website first and then your counselor with
any questions or fill in a
“Request to See Counselor” slip!
Mrs. Nymark A-C
Ms. Jackson H-O
Ms. Polizzi P-Z
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43. Senior Seminar
Class of 2018