FALL SENIORWORKSHOP

September 16, 20146:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.

AGENDA

Counselor Introduction Diploma Requirements/Designations Senior Activities College Planning Scholarships Financial Aid Questions

COUNSELOR CONTACT INFORMATION

Ms. Norman, Senior Counselor Website:

http://classjump.com/T/TateClassof2015

Email: anorman@escambia.k12.fl.us Phone: (850)937-2300 ext. 280

Text @tatecl to (850)252-8555 to receive text reminders for Senior information

Tate website for School Calendar of events

STANDARD DIPLOMA GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS CLASS

OF 2015 Passing score on the FCAT 2.0 in reading or a concordant/comparable

score on ACT/SAT - 19 on ACT Reading portion Passing score on the Algebra EOC assessment to earn credit in the

course and to earn a standard diploma. PERT option – score 97 Twenty-four credits to include the following: 4 credits in English 4 credits in mathematics to include

Algebra Geometry

3 credits in science, two of which must include a laboratory component

3 credits in social studies to include World history U.S. history U.S. Government/Economics, which must include Financial Literacy

1 credit in Fine or Performing Arts, Speech, Debate, or Practical Arts 1.5 credits in physical education to include personal Fitness 7.5 elective credits A complete and pass an online course. Econ for Telatovich counts

MERIT & SCHOLAR DIPLOMA DESIGNATIONS/

GRADUATION REQUIREMENTSTo earn a Merit Designation, the student musto Earn 26 creditso Meet the requirements for a standard diplomao Earn at least one industry certification from an approved list

To earn a Scholar Designation, the student mustoEarn 26 creditsoMeet the requirements for a standard diplomaoFulfill the following requirements:

•Pass the Reading FCAT 2.0 or the ELA common core assessment when implemented•Earn 1 credit in Algebra 2 and pass the common core assessment when implemented•Earn 1 credit in statistics or equally rigorous Level 3 mathematics course•Pass the Biology EOC assessment•Earn 1 credit in Physics or Chemistry•Earn 1 credit in an equally rigorous Level 3 science course•Pass the EOC assessment in U.S. History•Earn 2 consecutive credits in a foreign language•Earn a minimum of 1 credit in Advanced Placement, International Baccalaureate, Dual Enrollment, or an approved industry certification

COLLEGE PLANNING

Florida Virtual Campus (flvc.org)

Search Degree Programs Search College and University Profiles College Admission Requirements Admission Applications Student Services Information

State University System Matrix (avg ACT/SAT) Pay close attention to deadlines. (see handout) Apply online when possible.

Tate Instant Decision Day October 16th. UWF representatives available.

o University of West Florida http://uwf.edu/

APPLYING FOR COLLEGE (SEE HANDOUT/PSC BOOKLET)

Complete applications. Personal statement (if applicable) Residency statement Application fee (waivers available for qualified

students for some schools) Request recommendations (if applicable).

Give recommenders 2-3 weeks’ notice. Complete transcript requests.

Transcript forms available in Guidance Office and online.

Give completed transcript request forms to Mrs. Reeder in the Guidance Office.

Register for required tests (ACT, SAT, and/or PERT) if needed.

COLLEGE ENTRANCE TESTS ACT – www.actstudent.org (school code: 100560)

Measures achievement. Curriculum based (English, Math, Reading & Science)

$36.50 test fee without writing. $52.50 with writing. Writing test needed for university admission. Uploaded photo required. Free practice tests available. Fee waivers available for students w/free/reduced lunch

SAT – www.collegeboard.org Measures ability. $51.00 test fee. Writing included. Uploaded photo required. Free practice tests available. Fee waivers available for students w/free/reduced lunch

COLLEGE VISITATION POLICY

3 total absences allowed for college visits junior and senior year.

Visits must have prior approval to be counted as excused school absences.

College Visitation forms are available in the Main Office – see Ms. Bedford.

STUDENT ATHLETES

Students who plan to play Division I/II college sports need to register with the NCAA Eligibility Center (www.ncaaeligibilitycenter.org).

Tate school code is 100-560.

ACT and SAT test scores must be sent directly to the Eligibility Center (code = 9999).

Give transcript requests to Mrs. Reeder in the Guidance Office.

BRIGHT FUTURES SCHOLARSHIP (SEE HANDOUT)

Offers one of three scholarships to graduates who meet criteria. Eligibility based on GPA, College Entrance Exams (ACT/SAT), and Community Service hours.

Apply for Bright Futures beginning December 1, 2014 at www.FloridaStudentFinancialAid.org

Students must complete the online application before graduation to be eligible for an award.

Apply even if you are joining the Military or not sure about college yet.

COMMUNITY SERVICE REQUIREMENTS

100 hours Academic Scholarship 75 hours Medallion Scholarship 30 hours Gold Seal Vocational Scholarship Complete service requirement before

graduation. Preferably by December Forms to document service and list of organizations

available on Guidance website and in the Guidance Office.

Service must be for nonprofit organizations.

Turn in completed community service forms to your counselor or Mrs. Reeder in the Guidance Office.

SCHOLARSHIPS

Research and apply for scholarships.

Guidance Office and website Class of 2015 ClassJump website www.fastweb.com www.FederalStudentAid.ed.gov www.scholarships.com www.flchoices.org

Career College Financial

Other sources Colleges Businesses and organizations

APPLYING FOR FINANCIAL AID Federal Aid www.FAFSA.gov (Apply

beginning Jan 1, 2015) FAFSA4caster (estimates eligibility amount)

FAFSA Obtain PINs (www.pin.ed.gov). Compile documents (Tax return/W2s). Complete FAFSA as soon as possible after

January 1 (www.fafsa.ed.gov). Review Student Aid Report (SAR). Contact College Financial Aid Office.

PROFILE Required by some private colleges/universities.

FINANCIAL AID ONLINE SEARCH ENGINES

State Aid www.floridastudentfinancialaid.org Search Engines www.finaid.org www.collegeboard.org www.fastweb.com www.gocollege.com www.nafaa.org

MILITARY SERVICE Contact the recruiter through Tate or call

directly to the service being considered

Army (850) 458-9996 Navy (850) 457-3336 Marines (850) 474-0086 Air Force (850) 477-3913 Coast Guard (850) 453-8282

MS. WANDA WOOD, PENSACOLA STATE COLLEGEEDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITY CENTER 484-1961

WWOOD@PENSACOLASTATE.EDU Assistance with: ADMISSIONS APPLICATIONS

New Updates Transfers

FINANCIAL AID (ELECTRONIC FAFSA APPLICATIONS) FA Workshops at Tate High School Individual appointments EOC Office/PSC Campus EDUCATIONAL GUIDANCE

Exploring options for educational institutions (college, university, vocational school)

Understanding degree/certificate options (AA, AS, BA, BS, vocational certificate) CAREER GUIDANCE

Career assessments available Information about high wage/high skill/high demand careers

TUTORIAL Limited assistance with college entrance exam preparation Math tutor for EOC applicants