Sophomore & Junior Night - PowerPoint Presentation

1. Sophomore & Junior NightGraduation Requirements, College Applications, and Financial AidBloomingdale High School Counseling Department

2. Meet Your CounselorROMINA MCEACHERNA-DeExt. 233ELL ChairBENITA HOLMESDi-HExt. 234CST ChairJOE MARTINOI-MeExt. 257Dept. HeadMANDY RASCHKEMi-RosExt 232AP ChairJENNIFER YOUNGRot-ZExt. 231Access ChairMINDY EDGEMANCollege & CareerCounselorExt. 293 

3. 24 CreditsPassing Scores on:FSA ReadingAlgebra 1 EOCUnweighted State GPA- minimum 2.0Graduation Requirements

4. 4 English4 MathAlgebra 1 and Geometry3 ScienceBiology and two additional sciences3 Social StudiesWorld History, US History, US Government, Economics1 Practical Art/Performing Fine Art1 HOPE8 ElectivesAt least one course must be completed onlineCredit Breakdown

5. Testing Requirements Two tests are required for Graduation10th Grade FSA ReadingSophomores – FSA Reading will be given in early MayJuniors – FSA Retakes will be given February 26th-28thAlgebra 1 EOCAlgebra 1 EOC retakes will be given February 26th-28th for anyone who hasn’t yet passed.

6. Students who don’t pass the 10th grade FSA Reading and/or the Algebra 1 EOC can earn a concordant scoreConcordant Scores depend on current grade levelNew concordant scores for the class of 2022 and beyondConcordant Scores

7. Concordant ScoresClass of 2021 – Current JuniorsFSA Reading430 on SAT EBRW24 on SAT Reading Subtest19 on ACT ReadingAlgebra 1 EOC97 on PERT MathPERT Retakes will be given in late February for Juniors who haven’t passed the Algebra 1 EOC.

8. Concordant ScoresClass of 2022 – Current SophomoresFSA Reading480 on SAT EBRWAverage of 18 on ACT English and ReadingAlgebra 1 EOC420 on SAT Math430 on PSAT MathSophomores will take the PSAT in October of next school year16 on ACT MathJuniors can also use these new scores if they help them meet a score requirement

9. ACTwww.actstudent.orgSATwww.collegeboard.orgLinks to both websites on the BSHS Guidance pageBloomingdaleguidance.orgFee WaiversTesting Deadline for Bright Futures – June after graduationJune of 2021 for Juniors, June of 2022 for SophomoresSAT/ACT: How Do I Register

10. School Day SAT (Juniors)– 3/4/20All Juniors will take the SAT here at Bloomingdale during the school day on Wednesday, March 4th, 2020.This SAT is free for all Juniors and can be used to earn a reading concordant score, to qualify for Bright Futures, and for college admission.No need to register, just come to school.

11. SAT vs. ACT - DifferencesSATACTReadingFocus on analyzing specific pointsOverall reading comprehensionScienceNo specific science sectionIncludes scienceEnglish/WritingFocus on writing style and evaluating arguments. Optional essayMechanics (structure, punctuation, etc.). Optional essayMathArithmetic, Algebra 1 & 2, Geometry, Trig, some Pre-Calc. A calculator is not allowed on every math section.Arithmetic, Algebra 1 & 2, Geometry, Trig. Calculator is allowed on all math problems.Tests reasoning skillsMore straight-forward

12. SAT/ACT Test PrepACTstudent.org and Collegeboard.org both offer free online test prep resources.Collegeboard has partnered with Khanacademy.org to offer free, personalized SAT practice.SAT/ACT Prep elective at BSHS.Taking honors and AP classes can help with higher level math, reading, and writing skills.

13. AP/Dual EnrollmentAP and Dual Enrollment classes allow students to earn college credit in high schoolIn AP courses, colleges can award credit for passing scores on the AP examIn Dual Enrollment courses, students must pass the course to earn creditDual Enrollment courses start your college transcriptThe grade you earn in a dual enrollment class will stay on your college transcript and will be factored into your college GPAAP course grades count towards your high school GPA, but don’t get factored into your college GPA

14. AP/Dual EnrollmentDual Enrollment courses require a 3.0 unweighted GPA and College Ready Test ScoresPERT – 106 Reading, 103 Writing, 114 MathSAT – 24 Reading, 24 MathACT – 19 Reading, 17 English, 19 MathMAC 1105 (College Algebra) requires:123 PERT Math27 SAT Math21 ACT Math

15. AP/Dual EnrollmentDual Enrollment courses offered on campus next year:Meteorology/AstronomyEarly American History/Modern American HistoryFirst Year ExperienceNo test scores required, only the 3.0 uweighted GPACollege Algebra (possibly)

16. Take the SAT/ACT – Juniors are encouraged to take both tests at least once before the end of the year.Begin researching colleges and organize a list of schools to which you plan to apply as early as possible.Athletes – Contact college’s athletic office. Register with NCAA Eligibility Center once you’re being recruited. Make sure you’re taking classes to meet eligibility requirements.Collect examples of work, including writing samples, audition tapes, portfolios, and other material you may need for the fall application season.Begin thinking about summer activities. What would look good on your academic resume? Consider a career-related job, summer courses, or community service.Complete career interest inventories if unsure of college majorwww.floridashines.org – MyCareerShinesPreparing for College Admission

17. College search websitesBigfuture.orgActstudent.orgFloridashines.orgMany other availableCollege VisitsAdmissions reps at BSHSCollege fairsVisiting campusBy the end of summer after junior year, you should have a list of schools of interestPreparing for College Admission

18. SenioritisTaking it easy senior year may sound like a nice break, but it can negatively impact your admissions chancesThink about what classes you will take in your junior and senior year; colleges like to see you maintain or increase the level of rigor.Don’t let your grades slip or switch out of hard classes after you’ve been accepted. Either of these can cause the college to rescind their offer of admission.Preparing for College Admission

19. Preparing for College AdmissionWhat Do Colleges Look For?Rigor of courses takenAcademic GPA/Class rankSAT/ACT scoresExtracurricular activitiesApplication essaysRecommendationsLeadership Positions and ExperiencesIndividual colleges will prioritize different criteria in admissions decisionsKnowing what is most important can help you tailor your application to a particular college

20. Preparing For College Admissions: Admission StrategyReach Schools“I just might make the cut”. Your admissions statistics fall in the lower half or just short of the statistics for admitted freshmen. Highly selective schools (ivy league, service academies, big state schools)Match SchoolsYour admissions statistics match those of the average accepted student.Safety SchoolsYour admissions statistics exceed those of the average admitted freshman. Schools where you know you’ll be accepted.

21. Organization is keyMake a list of relevant information and compare schools side by sideReview Admissions Tour MatrixFind the freshman application checklistList requirements and deadlines for each schoolUse a calendar or plannerFor most schools, application material can be submitted piece by pieceYou don’t have to wait to finish your application before you send your transcript, etc.Preparing for College Admissions

22. Career & Technical SchoolsErwin Technical College, Hillsborough Ave.Aparicio-Levy Technical College, Ellicott StreetBrewster Technical College, N. Tampa StreetLeary Technical College, Hillsborough Ave. HCC also has a variety of A.S. degrees and Career Certificate programs

23. Military OpportunitiesThe ASVAB will be given at Bloomingdale on Thursday, February 20th. Sign up in the Guidance office.

24. Applying for Financial AidFirst step is to complete the FAFSAFree Application for Federal Student Aidwww.FAFSA.ed.govFAFSA is available October 1st of senior yearLooks at parent’s “prior prior year” tax information2019 taxes for Juniors, 2020 taxes for Sophomores

25. FAFSA4casterFAFSA4caster can be used by anyone who isn’t ready to submit the FAFSA yet (sophomores and juniors)FAFSA4caster is a planning tool that allows you to receive an estimate of your financial aid eligibility.Studentaid.ed.gov/sa/fafsa/estimate or just google “FAFSA4caster”

26. Types of AidGrants (not paid back)Pell Grant (need based)EASE Grant (private colleges)FSAG (need based)Loans (paid back)Stafford Subsidized (need based)Stafford Unsubsidized (non-need based)Perkins LoansAdditional parent loans available (PLUS Loan)ScholarshipsBloomingdale HS websiteFree online scholarship searchesFlorida’s Office of Student Financial AssistanceFlorida’s Bright Futures Scholarship ProgramFederal Work StudyWorking on campus to earn money towards tuitionCan accept all, part, or none of the aid package.

27. ScholarshipsCan be based on any criteria, including need, academic, artistic, or athletic merit.Free online search enginesFastweb.com, scholarships.com, etc.BSHS scholarship blogRaise.meHillsborough County Schools scholarship matrixScholarship Apps Scholly, Cappex, Unigo, etc. Specific college’s websiteNo limit to the amount of scholarship money a student can earn. Students can receive a refund if they have more scholarship money than the cost of attendance.

28. Bright Futures ScholarshipAcademic ScholarsAward covers 100% of tuition and applicable fees at a Florida Public College, plus $300 per semester for books, expenses.Private Colleges - $211 per credit hour at a 4-year college, $104 per credit hour at a 2-year collegeRequirements:3.5 weighted academic GPA is required.GPA is recalculated using only academic classes (English, math, science, social studies, foreign language)Community service requirement – 100 hours1330 SAT (R+M) or 29 ACT compositeSAT score increases for the class of 2021 from 1290

29. Bright Futures ScholarshipMedallion ScholarsAward covers 75% of tuition and fees at a Florida Public College.Private Colleges - $158 per credit hour at a 4-year college, $78 per credit hour at a 2-year college.Requirements:3.0 weighted academic GPA is required.GPA is recalculated using only academic classes (English, math, science, social studies, foreign language)Community service requirement – 75 hours1210 SAT (R+M) or 25 ACT compositeSAT score increases for the class of 2021 from 1170ACT score decreases for the class of 2021 from 26

30. Bright Futures ScholarshipGold Seal VocationalAward amount depends on type of programCareer Certificate - $39 per credit hourApplied Technology Diploma - $39 per credit hourTechnical Degree (AS, AAS) - $48 per credit hourRequirements:Minimum GPA is a 3.0 in non-elective coursesMust take three credits in a single vocational program (TV, Auto Tech, etc.) and maintain a 3.5 in those classesSAT – 24 R, 25 W, 24 MACT – 17 E, 19 R, 19 MPERT – 106 R, 103 W, 114M

31. Weighted Academic GPAThe GPA Bright Futures will use to determine eligibility is different from the weighted GPA on a student’s transcript.Bright Futures will recalculate a students GPA using only the grades in their academic classes.Bright Futures awards an extra .5 point for weighted classes.

32. Community ServiceProfferfish.comOnline community service tracking platformReplaces old paper formsCreate account, sign up for community service events, submit hours electronicallyIf you have old hours on paper forms, you can still turn them in to the guidance office

33. Bright Futures ProgressStudents can check their Bright Futures progress at www.floridashines.org.www.floridashines.org will list all of the classes a student has taken, their weighted academic GPA, SAT/ACT scores, and community service hours once they have been submitted.Track eligibility throughout high school.www.floridashines.org is updated every semester.Also contains information on scholarships, colleges, and majors and careers.

34. Bright Futures ApplicationStudents will complete the Bright Futures Application beginning on October 1st of their senior year.Apply online at www.floridastudentfinancialaid.orgStudents can complete the application prior to meeting all of the requirements.

35. Bloomindale EventsCollege Visits – Many in fall, but ongoing through the year.HCC Rep – 2nd Thurs. of every month, all 3 lunches - in CCC officeASVAB – Feb. 20th @ 8:30 am in the auditorium…sign up asap!FL Poly Field Trip – Tuesday, March 24th – sign up in guidanceSAT school day – Juniors, Wednesday, March 4th, 2020AP Exams – May 4th-15th****More events may be added….keep your eyes and ears open!!!***

36. CommunicationBloomingdale High School Counseling Department Websitehttp://bloomingdaleguidance.org/Edsby “Bloomingdale School Counseling Dept” grouphttp://bloomingdaleguidance.org/Rolling announcements on T.V.’s around the schoolTwitter – follow us @bdaleguidanceWeekly newsletterEdsby messagesListen to morning show/afternoon announcementsFlyers posted Very important announcements via parent link calls and/or the marquee

37. Questions?