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FRESHMAN CLASS OF 2017 Sophomore class of 2016

FRESHMAN CLASS OF 2017 Sophomore class of 2016. GCHS Student Services department. Counselors. Cindy Giles (Dept. Chair) Do- F Lyndsey Dombroski A- Di Heather Minsker G – L Connie Perrin M-Re Deb Wessman Ri – Z.

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FRESHMAN CLASS OF 2017 Sophomore class of 2016

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  1. FRESHMAN CLASS OF 2017Sophomore class of 2016

  2. GCHS Student Services department

  3. Counselors • Cindy Giles (Dept. Chair) Do- F • Lyndsey Dombroski A- Di • Heather Minsker G – L • Connie Perrin M-Re • Deb Wessman Ri– Z

  4. Guidance Web Pagehttp://www.gulfcoastsharks.comOur Website is full of information Please take advantage of the resource • www.gradebook.collier.k12.fl.us • Username: 6 digit student number • Password: birth month and day • Keep up with grades so there are no surprises at the end of a grading period when it is too late

  5. How do I ask My counselor a question? 1. Come to the student services department during lunch every day of the week and ask your counselor a question. • 2. Fill out a blue form found on the counter of the student services office with your name and concern then the counselor will send a pass for you during class.

  6. How do I ask My counselor a question? • 3. If you come to the student services office during class please check in at the counter. You enter your student number and we will check you out after your appointment. • Email your counselor from home. • __________@collierschools.com

  7. Class of 2016 Graduation Requirements • English 4.0 creditsMath (with Algebra 1 /Geometry) 4.0 crScience (Biology & 2 other lab sciences)3.0 crSocial Studies (WH, AH, Econ/Gov) 3.0 crFine/Practical/ or Perform. Arts 1.0 crHOPE 1.0 crElective Credits 8.0 cr________________________________________Total Credits 24.0 creditsNote: Foreign Language is not required for graduation. University system requires 2 year minimum.

  8. Class of 2017 Graduation requirements English 4.0 creditsMath (with Algebra 1 /Geometry) 4.0 crScience (Biology & 2 other lab sciences)3.0 crSocial Studies (WH, AH, Econ/Gov) 3.0 crFine/Practical/ or Perform. Arts 1.0 crHOPE 1.0 crElective Credits 8.0 cr________________________________________Total Credits 24.0 credits Note: Foreign Language is not required for graduation. University system requires 2 year minimum.

  9. Class of 2016/2017 •  Students will also be required to: • FCAT Reading: passing score of level 3/Must pass the Grade 10 English Language Arts Common Core Assessment • Pass the Algebra 1 End of Course Exam (EOC) • Must take Geometry and Biology End of Course Exam (EOC) 30% • One online course – some restrictions no DE • 2.0 unweightedgpa

  10. Online Drivers education Course • 9th graders • Students who enter the ninth grade in 2013-2014 may not satisfy  the online course graduation requirement by taking drivers education online as per section 1003.4282, F.S., effective July 1, 2013. • 10th graders • A student who entered ninth grade prior to the 2013-2014 school year under section 1003.428, F.S., requirements may take drivers education online and have it satisfy the online graduation course requirement.

  11. In addition to meeting the standard High School Diploma Requirements Scholar Designation Merit Designation Must pass the Algebra I EOC Attain one or more industry certifications from the list established GCHS Industry Certifications Auto CAD Adobe Flash CS5 Adobe Photoshop CS5 Medical Assistant Certification Food Handler Certification • Pass the ELA Grade 11 Common Core Assessment once implemented • 1 credit in Algebra 2, Chemistry or Physics • 1 credit in a course equally rigorous to chemistry or physics • 1 credit in statistics or equally rigorous math course • Pass the Biology EOC and US History EOC • 2 credits in same world language • Earn at least one credit in AP, IB, AICE or dual enrollment course

  12. 4 Year Plan State university System

  13. Bright futures scholarship Gold Seal Voc Scholars Award Florida Medallion Scholars Academic Scholars Award

  14. Bright Futures Scholarship Gold Seal Award Florida Medallion Academic Award Remember: Bright Futures Scholarship Program requirements are subject to legislative change. Check Florida Department of Education for current scholarship program requirements: http://www.floridastudentfinancialaid.org/SSFAD/bf/

  15. Make up Work Policy Students are to be provided one school day for everyday day missed to make up work. Long term assignments are due on the day the student returns to school.

  16. Community Service • Not Required for graduation • Non-profit organization • Cannot be affiliated with religious or political organizations • Must obtain prior approval during lunch on Thursdays and Fridays in the Student Services Office • Forms available on the Web or in the Student Services Office

  17. Midterms Exams December 18-20 Final Exams June 1-4 • Often we get calls about students missing midterm or final exams. Students are not allowed to take the exams early - they can only take them when they return.

  18. IMPORTANT TESTING DATES • PSAT testing for all sophomores: • October 16th, 2013 • FCAT testing for Reading: • April 22- May 1, 2014

  19. Closing Thoughts • Check quarter grades often • Communicate directly with your student’s teacher if you have a concern • Take all standardized testing seriously

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