Graduation Requirements

College Minimum Core●

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Honors Diploma

Academic Honors Diploma

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Grading Scale

GPA Formula

Semester Grade

Honor Roll

NCAACollege bound athletes should register with the NCAA at:

Ncaa.org

“Guide for the College Bound Athlete” can help you through the process

Determining Class Rank 2019 and Beyond

Sample rankExample: (other criteria for Val/Sal in example below presupposes other requirements are met, i.e. AP/CCP, 28 credits, etc)

Val - 4.0 - 35 (1410) 9th - 4.0 - 23 18th - 3.97368Sal - 4.0 - 35 (1370) 9th - 4.0 - 23 20th - 3.892483rd - 4.0 - 34 12th - 4.0 - 204th - 4.0 - 33 13th - 4.0 - 184th - 4.0 - 33 14th - 4.0 - 166th - 4.0 - 29 15th - 4.0 7th - 4.0 - 27 15th - 4.08th - 4.0 - 24 17th - 3.976749th - 4.0 - 23 18th - 3.97368

Ordering your transcriptFindlay High School uses Parchment to process all student transcripts.

1. Go to FHS homepage & click on “Counseling and Academics”

2. Scroll down and click “Transcript Ordering” on the right hand side.

2. Select “New Learner” if you have never ordered through Parchment or “Existing Learner” if you have already set up an

account.

3. Proceed through all necessary steps. Tips: you will typically want to waive rights -- last year attended will be the year

you will graduate high school -- use an email account you will have access to after graduation

4. You will be emailed a confirmation code. Enter the confirmation code.

5. Order transcripts!

https://www.parchment.com/u/registration/19858/account

Extracurricular/Athletic Eligibility

Extracurricular Involvement

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ACT vs SAT

SAT: sat.org1. Sign in to your free College Board account. Your parent or counselor can’t register for you.2. Provide your full, legal name and other identifying information. Make sure it’s the exact same name and

information shown on your photo ID.3. Decide if you want to answer other questions about yourself. This takes time, but it’s worth it if you want

colleges and scholarship organizations to find you. Learn why you should opt in to Student Search Service®.4. Decide whether to sign up for the SAT with Essay. See which colleges recommend or require it.5. Upload a photo that meets very specific photo requirements.6. Check out, and print your Admission Ticket.

SAT Offers:● SAT Practice on Khan Academy● Daily Practice App● SAT Practice Tests● SAT Study Groups● Sample Questions

https://collegereadiness.collegeboard.org/sat/register/online-registration-help

ACT: act.orgHave your previous scores handy as it has your ACT ID at the top, you will need this to create your account

You can send your scores to four schools of your choice for free as you register. Otherwise, you may need to pay a fee at a later date as more colleges won’t accept your scores directly from the HS transcript.

If you do not have your score report, contact ACT

ACT Offers:

● ACT Online Prep● Kaplan Online Prep through ACT● Question of the Day (Free)● Free Study Guide

ACT Review SessionsLearn how to improve your ACT Score! Students will review ACT Test Content and test taking strategies.

@ Liberty Benton High School- More info to come!

FREE!!

Important Testing Dates

Scholarships1. Every college offers merit-based scholarships (academic record, athletic, etc.). Pay attention to

deadlines!

2. If you know where you’re going, look at their website for specific scholarships that may become available through your major or college.

3. Check our website and check it often! New scholarships added as they become available.

4. Community Foundation Scholarships online application typically opens early December. More information to follow as it becomes available.

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College ApplicationsTypically recommend to get your college application in by Thanksgiving; Some deadlines are EARLIER, check with your college!

Know the colleges application process (Common App, Send Edu, on-line, paper-pencil)

Once you decide on a college, let the other schools you applied to know you will not be attending with them

Common Application

Early Decision vs Early ActionEarly Decision - you are legally bound to attend the college; they could charge you tuition if you do not attend

Early Action - you receive an early response to your application but you are not bound/committed to attend

Letters of Recommendation*If you need a letter of recommendation for a college or an employer, ask a teacher/counselor/coach that knows you well.

*Be courteous: give two weeks minimum notice

*Provide a resume of your accomplishments and activities completed.

*For counselors we have a SENIOR BRAG SHEET available in the counseling office that we require to complete letters.

College Visits

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College Visits to FHS

● Hiram College- September 9, 2019 @ 10am ● OSU- September 17, 2019 @ 10:30am ● Bluffton University- September 26, 2019 @ 7am ● Manchester University October 2, 2019 @ 8:30am ● Mount Union- October 21, 2019 @ 8:30am

College & Career Fair

Career FairOctober 1st: Auxiliary gym at FHS

● Juniors and Seniors will circulate through over 30 different community employers!

● Hands on activities to interact with employers showcasing their business● Some examples include: Garner Trucking driving simulation, Findlay

Warehousing scanning boxes for package completion, Cooper Tire activity, and many more!

● Opportunities include- part time summer work or full time positions upon graduation

Millstream Career Center● Single period classes for 9th -12th grade (schedule through school counselor

and can be found in the course selection guide)● Sophomores- Class presentations in November and tour building in

December● Applications due: January 2020● Junior/Senior programs can be found at www.millstreamcc.org ● Many of our classes include college credit plus and industry credentials used

towards graduation● Contact us for a tour or to answer any questions● Marla Stacey (419) 420- 3353 or mstacey@fcs.org

College Credit Plus

“College Bound Night” (Previously “Financial Aid Night”)October 3rd - 6:00pm, FHS Auditorium

Mayor Christina Muryn will speak on the importance of continued education

UF Representative to discuss ways to pay for college

Breakout sessions on topics that you can choose from, such as:

● Scholarships / Letters of Recommendation● Assistance with completing the FAFSA

Shelly Joseph from the Community Foundation will be here to discuss the Community Foundation Scholarship application

Other Important Dates

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Staying IN THE KNOW

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