FALL SENIOR
WORKSHOP
September 16, 2014
6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
AGENDA
Counselor Introduction
 Diploma Requirements/Designations
 Senior Activities
 College Planning
 Scholarships
 Financial Aid
 Questions
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COUNSELOR CONTACT INFORMATION
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Ms. Norman, Senior Counselor
Website:
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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
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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 REQUIREMENTS
To earn a Merit Designation, the student must
o Earn 26 credits
o Meet the requirements for a standard diploma
o Earn at least one industry certification from an approved list
To earn a Scholar Designation, the student must
oEarn 26 credits
oMeet the requirements for a standard diploma
oFulfill 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)
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Search Degree Programs
Search College and University Profiles
College Admission Requirements
Admission Applications
Student Services Information
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State University System Matrix (avg ACT/SAT)
Pay close attention to deadlines. (see handout)
Apply online when possible.
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Tate Instant Decision Day October 16th.
 UWF representatives available.
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University of West Florida http://uwf.edu/
APPLYING FOR COLLEGE (SEE HANDOUT/PSC BOOKLET)
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Complete applications.
 Personal statement (if applicable)
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Request recommendations (if applicable).
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Residency statement
Application fee (waivers available for qualified
students for some schools)
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.
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Register for required tests (ACT, SAT, and/or
PERT) if needed.
COLLEGE ENTRANCE TESTS
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ACT – www.actstudent.org (school code: 100560)
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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
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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
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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
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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.
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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
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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.
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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
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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
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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
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MILITARY SERVICE
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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
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MS. WANDA WOOD, PENSACOLA STATE COLLEGE
EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITY CENTER 484-1961
WWOOD@PENSACOLASTATE.EDU
Assistance with:
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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