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Sign Up For Updates For Guidance Updates Text @whw2022 to 81010 School Counseling Team Ms. Mitchell A Carj Ms. Scalera Cark Feo Ms. Wilkin Fep Ing Ms. Granberry Ino Manl Mr. Valle Manm Peo
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College Transitions Counselor
Counselors are available:
under Guidance tab)
▶ Promotes safe and drug-free school ▶ Meets with students in crisis ▶ Supports families in transition or experiencing homelessness ▶ Refers students for additional counseling services (as needed)
Super Scholar Pathway University Pathway 2 year College/Tech/Career
Certificate Pathway
Workforce/Industry Ready
▶ All 9th grade students select a pre-major ▶ Focused curriculum areas, most of which lead to industry certification
▶ Engineering - Electrical, Aerospace, Civil & Architecture and Environmental Sustainability ▶ Biomedical ▶ Digital Design ▶ Arts ▶ Liberal Arts ▶ Tourism Marketing & Management
It is very important for you to be in close communication with your teachers, counselor and parents. Take responsibility for your education, if you have questions, ask them. Ways to be Connected:
▶ Remind ▶ School website ▶ WHS Facebook page ▶ ProgressBook ▶ Canvas ▶ E-Mail
Tutoring
▶ Offered in most subject areas either before or after school. ▶ Full schedule is available on the WHS website under the Students tab.
Weekend Wolverines
▶ Saturdays from 8:30 – 11:30am (Breakfast from 8:00 – 8:30am) ▶ For questions contact, (407) 347-0980 ext. 6042641 or e-mail: amanda.newcomer@ocps.net ▶ To register:
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These credits represent the minimum for a standard diploma. Students seeking admission to college will be expected to take additional rigorous coursework.
Subject Area Credits English 4 Math (must include Algebra 1 and Geometry) 4 Science (must include Biology) 3 Social Studies ○ World History (1) ○ US History (1) ○ Economics with Financial Literacy (.5) ○ US Government(.5) 3 Health Opportunities in Physical Education (HOPE) 1 Fine, Performing, or Approved Practical Art 1 Electives 8 One Online Course Total 24
▶ 2.0 unweighted GPA ▶ The cumulative Grade Point Average is based on final grades) ▶ State Assessment Requirements ▶ FSA Reading (Must Pass) ▶ ACT Reading – 18 ▶ SAT Reading – 480 ▶ Algebra 1 EOC (Must Pass) ▶ ACT Math – 16 ▶ SAT Math – 420 ▶ PSAT Math – 430 ▶ Online Course
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www.flvs.net
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Be sure to select “Orange County Virtual Franchise” when prompted.
Students have the opportunity to earn added distinctions on their high school diploma: ▶ Scholar Designation ▶ Students must satisfy additional requirements, including more rigorous courses and passing EOC scores ▶ Out of state and private school transfer students who have already completed Biology, Geometry, and U.S. History will need to take these EOCs to qualify for this designation ▶ Merit Designations ▶ Students must attain one or more approved industry certifications ▶ Biliteracy Seal ▶ Recognizes students who have attained high level competency in a foreign language
▶ GPA is a calculation of your final grades on an unweighted and
weighted scale.
▶ Graduation is based on your unweighted GPA. ▶ Your class rank is based on your weighted GPA. ▶ Colleges/Universities recalculate your GPA based on their own
GPA scales.
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Take a look at this sample student’s transcript. What do you notice? Although this student had a good freshman year, they are now at risk and have an
▶ Valencia ▶ UF ▶ UCF ▶ Orange Technical College
What is dual enrollment?
▶ Dual enrollment gives students the opportunity to earn high
school and college courses at the same time.
▶ Students can accelerate the completion of a college degree. ▶ Dual enrollment is free! ▶ Applications for Fall 2019 open in the Spring.
Requirements
▶ 3.0 unweighted GPA by date of application ▶ College ready test scores to Valencia by deadline (SAT/ACT/PERT/FSA) ▶ OCPS covers cost of books ▶ Transportation is not provided
Requirements
tests:
composite score
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Requirements
recalculated by UCF using academic core only
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Courses are taken online through UF
Programs Include:
Requirements
Brandi.Heidelberg@ocps.net
At First Glance
▶ Test Scores ▶ Strength of Courses ▶ Grades and Overall GPA
Additional Factors
▶ Personal Accomplishments ▶ Character ▶ Demonstrated Interest ▶ Essay ▶ Teacher and Counselor Recommendations ▶ Class Rank ▶ Senior Year Courses
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Recognizes students from each school who are accepted into:
▶ Top 20 National
Universities
▶ Top 20 Liberal Arts
Colleges
▶ U.S. Service Academies
∙ Scholarship for Florida Residents ∙ Recalculated weighted GPA is used based on 16 core courses
Academic Scholars (FAS) Medallion Scholars (FMS) Gold Seal Vocational Scholars (GSV) Weighted GPA: 3.5 Test Scores: SAT Reading & Math 1290
Service Hours: 100 Weighted GPA: 3.0 Test Scores: SAT Reading & Math 1170
Service Hours: 75 Weighted GPA:3.0 Test Scores: SAT Reading & Math 880 Or ACT English 17, Reading 19, Math 19 Or PERT Reading 106 Writing 103, Math 114 Service Hours: 30
Community service guidelines are located on the WHS website under the Guidance tab. Process: 1) Develop a plan that addresses a social problem in your community. 2) Prior to completing your hours, submit a plan for approval with a pre-essay to your counselor. 3) Submit signed documentation with a reflection essay after completion to your counselor.
▶ College, Career & Military ▶ College Admission Rep Visits ▶ College Essay Writing ▶ ACT/SAT Registration Help ▶ Naviance ▶ College Field Trips
Students can: ▶ Sign up to attend college admission rep visits ▶ Complete college and career planning activities ▶ Complete custom online surveys including personality profiles and career interests ▶ Research and compare colleges ▶ Research scholarships and financial aid opportunities ▶ Create resumes of accomplishments ▶ Access Naviance through Launchpad.ocps.net