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 History 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. Tutoring Availability
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
Tutoring Availability
Getting help with course work is always a good idea – no matter when it happens.    However, starting early to work regularly with a tutor – especially for a difficult subject – can make a significant difference.
Don’t forget to ask your teachers for help, too!

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

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

14. 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

15. Financial Aid & Scholarships
To view your Bright Futures eligibility, please visit FloridaShines,
Financial Aid & Scholarships
STATE

16. Financial Aid & Scholarships
What should you be doing as a Sophomore
for the Bright Futures Scholarship Program?
Start your volunteer paperwork for community service hours if you haven’t already.
Earn the highest grades possible in your academic core courses.
Read about eligibility requirements:
Visit to view your Bright Futures Evaluation.
Financial Aid & Scholarships
STATE

17. Bright Futures paperwork?
How do I get the
Bright Futures paperwork?
Visit the OFHS website and click on the “Guidance” link under “Resources.”
Click on the “Financial Aid & Scholarships” link. You will see a link titled “Community Service Paperwork.”
Financial Aid & Scholarships
STATE

18. Community Service Hours:
Bright Futures
Community Service Hours:
Florida Academic Scholars
100 hours
Florida Medallion Scholars
75 hours
Florida Gold Seal Vocational
30 hours
Financial Aid & Scholarships
STATE

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

20. 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

21. St. Petersburg College
High School Programs

22. ST. PETERSBURG COLLEGE Dual Enrollment
St. Petersburg College offers college classes to qualified high school students in Pinellas County at no charge! These courses give students credits toward a high school diploma and a college degree. Courses are available on SPC campuses and some local high school campuses.
Who is eligible?
Students enrolled in grades 6-12 in Pinellas County public schools, private schools and home-education programs, and who meet the qualifying high school GPA and College Placement Test score requirements.
What's required to enroll?
For academic courses, a 3.0 unweighted cumulative GPA or a 3.0 in the subject area to be studied at SPC.
For technical courses, a 2.0 unweighted cumulative GPA or a 2.0 in the subject area to be studied at SPC.
Satisfactory scores on the PERT or SAT/ACT.
Contact your counselor to see if you are eligible to take Dual Enrollment classes at SPC!

23. ST. PETERSBURG COLLEGE Early College
The Early College program offers free college classes that also fulfill high school graduation requirements. Courses are only available on SPC campuses.
Application Deadline?
Feb 12, 2018
Visit the SPC website for eligibility details and contact your counselor on how to apply Early College Program at SPC.

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

25. Post-Secondary Planning

26. Post-Secondary Planning
Checklists & Timelines

27. Post-Secondary Planning

28. Post-Secondary Planning
The SUS Matrix

29. 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.

30. 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.

31. 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.

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

33. Post-Secondary Planning
Khan Academy
satpractice.org

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

35. Questions? Mrs. Nymark A-G 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-G
Ms. Jackson H-O
Ms. Polizzi P-Z
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