1. Freshman seminar Class of 2022

2. Meet Your Counselor Ms. Sturgill – 9th Grade Counselor
Located in front office by student services
Here to help with academic advising, graduation, college/career plans,
personal issues, etc.
My door is always open!

3. What I Need From You Due one week from today!
Return to teacher or Ms. Sturgill
Due one week from today!

4. Cover Letter Bring this form home Get it signed by parent/guardian
Make sure you sign and print your name
Return it to your science teacher or Ms. Sturgill
Failure to do so will result in demerits
THIS IS DUE ONE WEEK FROM TODAY!

5. Graduation Requirements
Minimum of 24 credits required
4 credits of English
4 credits of math (must include Algebra and Geometry)
3 credits of science (must include Biology)
3 credits of Social Studies
1 credit of Fine or Practical Art
1 Physical Education (HOPE)
8 electives
1 online course
2 credits for World Language (for Bright Futures and College)

6. Graduation Requirements Must have a 2.0 unweighted cumulative GPA
Regular
A = 4 points
B = 3 points
C = 2 points
D = 1 point
F = 0 points
Weighted
Honors, AP, SPC
A = 4.5 H , 5 AP
B = 3.5 H , 4 AP
C = 2.5 H , 3 AP
D = 1 point
F = 0 points

7. Statewide Assessments
Students MUST participate in:
Algebra 1 (if enrolled after )
The EOC constitutes 30% of the final course grade.
Biology 1 (if enrolled after )
Geometry (if enrolled after )
U.S. History (if enrolled after )
Students MUST pass
Grade 10 ELA or SAT concordant score or ACT concordant score
Algebra 1 EOC or a comparative score

8. Credit Recovery & Grade Forgiveness
Any semester or full year course with a D or F is eligible for credit recovery
There are various ways to recover your credit:
Night School
Extended Learning Program (ELP)
Florida Virtual School (FLVS)
Pinellas Virtus School (PVS)

9. Scholarships & Financial Aid
Bright Futures:
This handout is designed for current graduates. Freshmen requirements will not be finalized until August of their senior year.
Three types of awards:
Florida Academic Scholars (FAS)
Florida Medallion Scholars (FMS)
Gold Seal Vocational Scholars (GSV)
GPA, test scores and community service hours
Please sign the Bright Futures verification form
Check Guidance page for current scholarships throughout the year

10. Handouts Florida Shines State University System matrix
Helps you plan for graduation, college, Bright Futures, etc.
State University System matrix
College Board College Planning 9/10th Grade
Post Secondary Options

11. Remind
Get alerts about deadlines, scholarships opportunities, post-secondary planning and more from the Guidance department on Remind!
Information on how to sign up can be found on the Guidance website

12. Questions
Always check website for answers to any questions you may have
If you need to see me – fill out a “Request to See Counselor” slip that is available in student services
Any questions?