Class of 2019!
Freshman
Class
Presentations
2015-16
Importance of a Good Start
Happiness lies in the joy of achievement and the thrill
of creative effort. Franklin D. Roosevelt
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Transition to high school can be a challenge for
many students.
A successful freshman year typically sets the
tone for their high school career.
Success comes from commitment, effort and
follow through.
Guidance Department
Mrs. Natalie Garner
Mrs. Kim Brumage
Ms. Alice Mathis
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Dh – Hi
Ho – Me
Scholarships
Bright Futures & DH
ESOL, Special &
Summer Programs
Mrs. Jennifer Benton Mi - Se
Referral Coordinator
Ms. Jessica Tucker
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Career Specialist
Mrs. Cindy Fisher, Guidance Secretary
Mrs. Jeanne Tucker, Registrar
Counselor Roles
(How we can help you.)
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Personal matters
School matters
Academic advisement
Career and college advisement
Scholarship information
Freshmen Advice from Seniors
I wish I knew…
@HuffPostTeen Be true to yourself. Read. Do your best. Be kind. Be true to yourself.
---@Annajanebishop.
@HuffPostTeen try harder to keep your grades up because when it counts, it will be harder to
pick up the slack. @quirknation0
@HuffPostTeen Don't tell people you like Justin Bieber it will ruin everything for you in 3.5 years
— Bizzy Emerson (@bizzyems) January 2014
@HuffPostTeen don't allow your friends to define who you are.
Break away from them if they don't accept you for you! ---@dana_at_sea
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http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2014/01/25/freshman-life-advice_n_4666250.html
Standard Diploma Graduation Options
A four-year, minimum of 24-credits standard program, or
 18 credit ACCEL (see School Counselor for more information)
Standard 24 Credit Graduation Requirements
 English – 4 credits
 Math – 4 credits (to include Algebra I and Geometry)
 Science – 3 credits (to include Biology)
 Social Studies – 3 credits ( World History, US History, Economics with Financial
Literacy and US Government)
 Health Opportunities in Physical Education (HOPE)– 1 credit
 Fine Art or DOE Approved Practical Art – 1 credit
 Electives – as needed for a total of 24 credits (8 credits)
 Earn a 2.0 Unwtd. GPA
 Pass Gr. 10 ELA Common Core Assessment; (or SAT/ACT Reading concordant)
 Pass Algebra I End of Course Exam (EOC or PERT)
 Take Geometry ,Biology, US History End of Course Exam (EOC)
 Pass at least one online high school course offered by Leon County VS or FL
Virtual School; course must meet the 24 credits requirement
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Standard High School Diploma Designations
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Students may earn one or more designations on their standard high school diploma—the scholar designation and the
merit designation per s. 1003.4285, F.S. Requirements are listed in the graduation requirements charts by grade nine
entering cohort year. www.fldoe.org
Practical Arts Courses at Chiles High School
Approved to meet the Arts Graduation Requirement
Web I, II
 Computing for College and Careers
 TV Productions I, II, III, IV
 Communications Technology I, II, III
 Culinary Arts II, III
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Economics (general or honors), Math for College Readiness, Liberal Arts math, HOPE
Grading Scale
Grade
A
B
C
D
F
Grading System
Percent
90-100
80-89
70-79
60-69
0-59
Earning Credit
All courses earn 0.50 credit upon successful completion of each semester.
State EOC results count 30% of final grade, this currently includes: Algebra I,
Geometry, Biology, US History, and Algebra II
*Per grading period – you must earn a passing grade during the final grading period and/or
exam to earn credit for the semester.
First Semester Exam Information and Schedule –Early Release
days on 12/16, 12/17 and 12/18. Details to come.
Grade Point Average
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Students will have an official transcript with State unweighted and District weighted
GPA after the completion of one semester of high school coursework.
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Unweighted GPA is based on all courses awarded the standard grading of:
A = 4.0
B = 3.0
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C = 2.0
D = 1.0
Weighted GPA is based on:
Honors and honors gifted courses are awarded an extra .5 for a semester grade of a C
or better. A = 4.5
Advanced Placement and dual enrollment courses are awarded an extra 1.0 for a
semester grade of C or higher. A = 5.0
Many different GPAs:
 9 weeks GPA
 Semester GPA
 Cumulative GPA – District weighted and State unweighted
 State unweighted GPA (used for promotion and graduation)
 District weighted GPA (used for class rank and academic awards)
 2.0 unweighted GPA is required to participate in extracurricular activities
 Chiles High School GPA is different than GPAs computed by Bright Futures,
colleges and NCAA .
Academic History Report
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Top part of AH shows:
*Passed Alg I EOC: Y or N
*Passed Reading (FCAT/ELA): Date passed
*Rank
*credits earned (.5 or 1)
*grade (L=wtd. ½ pt., H=wtd. 1 pt.)
Academic History Part 2
CREDITS
CREDITS
CREDITS
SUBJ-AREA REQUIRED TO-DATE NEEDED SUBJ-AREA REQUIRED TO-DATE NEEDED SUBJ-AREA REQUIRED TO-DATE NEEDED
EN
A1
A2
GE
MA
BI
SC/EQ
AH
4.00
1.00
0.00
1.00
2.00
1.00
2.00
1.00
3.00
1.00
0.00
1.00
2.00
1.00
2.00
1.00
DISTRICT CUM GPA: 3.954545
GPA YEAR: 0910
GPA WT: 4.000000
GPA UN: 4.000000
GPA YEAR: 1011
GPA WT: 3.670000
GPA UN: 3.330000
1.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
WH
EC
AG
SS
VO
PF
LM
PE
1.00
0.50
0.50
0.00
0.00
1.00
0.00
1.00
STATE CUM GPA: 3.477273
GPA YEAR: 1112
GPA WT: 3.830000
GPA UN: 3.500000
1.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
1.00
0.00
1.00
0.00
0.50
0.50
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
FL
LA
EL
EX
0.00
0.00
8.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
8.00
0.00
TOTAL
24.00
22.00
ONLINE CRS REQ MET: N
GPA YEAR: 1213
GPA WT: 4.080000
GPA UN: 3.500000
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
ONLINE CRS EXEMPT:
GPA YEAR: 1314
GPA WT: 4.083333
GPA UN: 3.416667
Legend: T-Term, SB-Subject, O-Online Crs, C-EOC Indicator, SB=EL* - Crs Subj Requirement Met/Tallied as EL, SB=EL^ - Subj Defaulted to EL, + = Alt Subj Used
Page: 1
of 1
Bottom part of AH shows:
1. credits required for each subject area and
2. how many have been earned to date and
3. how many are needed.
*total credits
*GPA (unwtd. and wtd.)
*If online course reqmt is met: Y or N
Monitoring
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Pinpoint Parent Portal allows students and parents to monitor the
student’s status.
 Grades
 Attendance
 Teacher Email
 Email Alert Notifications
HelpDesk for parent access to Pinpoint call
487-7524 or pinpointtech@leonschools.net
Progress Reports: Nov. 18, Feb. 3, April 20
Report Cards: Jan. 13, March 30, June 8 (mailed home)
Top 10 study tips for Freshmen
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1. Manage Your Time Wisely
2. Get Organized!
3. Identify How You Learn
4. Is There a Better Way to Study?
5. Catch Some Zzz’s
6. Attend Class
7. Ask Questions
8. Make Study Groups
9. Hone Those Writing Skills
10. Study Outside
Reprinted from http://www.campusexplorer.com/college-advicetips/C6CA1844/Top-10-Study-Skills-for-High-School-Students/
Promotion to 10th grade
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5 credits and 1.0 unweighted GPA
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Standardized tests are used for academic
placement (FSA/ELA and Algebra I EOC)
Students who fail a course need to meet with their guidance
counselor to discuss retake options. Options include:
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Leon County Schools Adult and Community Education (ACE)
Leon County Virtual School –
Florida Virtual School
Private Schools – summer only
*All of these options require approval from your student’s guidance
counselor.
Course registration for 2016-17 school year occurs in
February. You need to be doing well in your classes to be
recommended for solid academic coursework.
10th grade Progression
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English II
Science
Math
World History
10th grade AP Accel and Plus Progression
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English II
Science
Math
Advanced Placement Course – options may include AP
European History, AP Human Geography, AP World History, AP
Art History or AP Music Theory
Options during the next three years
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Advanced Placement Courses
Dual Enrollment Courses
Lively Dual Enrollment
Externship Program (Executive Internship)
DCT Work Study Program
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Bright Futures Scholarships
Academic Scholars Award - Pro-rated per hour tuition coverage at a FL post secondary institution.
Requirements: 3.5 weighted* GPA (16 required academic credits), 1290 SAT or 29 ACT and
100 hours of community service. Forms and Guidelines available on Chiles Guidance website.
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Florida Medallion Scholars Award - Pro-rated per hour tuition coverage at a FL post secondary institution.
Requirements: 3.0 weighted* GPA (16 required academic credits) , 1170 SAT or 26 ACT and
75 hours of community service. Forms and Guidelines available on Chiles Guidance website.
16 required academic credits include:
4 English
4 Math - Algebra I , Geometry, Algebra II & higher.
3 Science
3 Social Science
2 Foreign Language (in the same language)
View Legislative updates regarding BF at:
http://www.floridastudentfinancialaid.org/SSFAD/bf/newsrenew.htm
View scholarship award amounts at:
www.floridastudentfinancialaid.org/ssfad/bf/awardamt.htm
Statewide Scholarship Weighting awards .25 per semester for honors and AP
courses with a “C” or higher. LCS honors foreign language is not honors for BF GPA calculation.
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Florida Gold Seal Vocational Scholars Award - Pro-rated per hour tuition coverage for a
vocational/technical program at a FL post secondary institution.
Requirements: 3.0 weighted GPA (16 required credits for graduation), 3.5 GPA in a 3
credit vocational program, 30 hours of community service, and a passing score on a
college placement test (SAT 440 verbal & math, ACT 19 Reading, 17 English, 19 Math or
PERT Reading 106, Writing 103, Math 114 )
TV Productions I
TV Productions II
TV Productions III
Communication Technology I
Communication Technology II
Communication Technology III
Culinary Arts I
Culinary Arts II
Culinary Arts III
DCT I
DCT II
DCT III
Computing for College and Careers
Web Design I
Web Design II
Criminal Justice I
Criminal Justice II
Criminal Justice III
*** Satisfactory completion of a three credit sequential vocational program may award TCC credit toward an
A.S. degree. See Leon County Schools Career Pathways Bulletin.
Community Service Guidelines
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Community service activities must be rendered for not-for-profit
organizations or agencies.
Community service activities should directly address identified social
problems in the school or community in areas such as health, education,
environment, or public safety.
Community service activities may be performed at school or in the
community. Activities should serve the “greater good.”
Community service activities must be unpaid.
Hours can be earned after promotion to high school (summer after 8th grade).
Strongly recommend Guidance pre-approval of Service Activities.
Students maintain records until senior year.
Guidelines and forms can be accessed on Chiles website - Guidance.
Community Service Form
www.floridashines.org
This website is a tracking tool for the Florida Bright Futures scholarships. This
website also includes information regarding resources for student advising, Career
Planning Tools, College Locator, Degree Program Search, Admission
Requirements, Online applications, Financial Aid and more.
State of Florida University System
Minimum course requirements (18 credits):
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4 English credits
4 math credits - Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II and higher.
3 science credits
3 social science credits
2 foreign language credits
2 elective units, preferably English, math, science, social science, or foreign
language
State universities use the same method as Leon County Schools for weighting academic
coursework. Courses earning a “C” or better award an extra .5 for honors and 1.0 for AP
and dual enrollment .
Florida State University
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Fall Admissions Middle 50%
3.8 - 4.3 academic GPA
1760 - 1960 SAT
26 - 30 ACT
Average # of academic units: 22.5
Academic Profile: GPA, strength of
curriculum (# of honors, AP and DE
courses, advanced foreign language), test
scores, essay
University of Florida
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Admissions Middle 50%
4.1 - 4.5 academic GPA
1810 - 2060 SAT
27 - 31 ACT
Freshmen admitted at UF:
87.5% of students with a 4.0 and
above academic GPA were admitted
74.1 % with 26 – 30 academic units were admitted
FAMU
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Middle 50% for Admission
3.00 – 3.49 academic GPA
1200 - 1500 SAT
17 - 20 ACT
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May admit under state minimum
requirements
Look for Fall preview opportunities
starting Junior year
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Other State Universities in
Florida
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UCF
UWF
USF
UNF
New College of Florida
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Check each college’s website for admission details!
Florida Poly Tech
FAU
FIU
FGCU
Selective Colleges
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Grades in academic courses
Strength of curriculum
ACT/SAT with Writing and often SAT II
Class Rank
Extracurricular activities/college resume
Leadership positions held
Community service/volunteer experiences
Letters of recommendation
State/Community College
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Admission based on Regular high school diploma
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State of Florida /community colleges recommend that students
take the same core high school courses that are required for state
university admission
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Students who take college prep courses in high school are more
likely to be successful.
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A student with an AA degree is guaranteed admission to a state
university (not necessarily university or program of your choice),
acceptance of 60 credit hours towards BA/BS degree and junior
standing.
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Placement test options include: the PERT, SAT or ACT scores. It
is generally recommended for students to take the SAT and/or
ACT in the spring of their junior year.
For more information on State of Florida/Community Colleges go
to www.floridacollegesystem.com
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NCAA Requirements
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Required for any student athlete who wants to play at a Division I or
II college.
Clearinghouse application should be completed by end of junior
year. (online application and fee)
Minimum GPA in 16 core courses (DI 2.3, DII 2.0) and SAT/ACT
scores. DI locks in 10 core units before senior year for GPA
calculation.
Sliding scale of core GPA and SAT/ACT test scores
Core Courses
 4 credits in English
 3 credits in Math (Algebra I, Geometry & Algebra II)
 2 credits in Science
 2 credits of Social Science
 1 credit of additional English, math, science
 4 additional academic credits
Visit www.eligibilitycenter.org for more information.
Action Plan For Freshmen:
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Set academic and personal goals to accomplish this year and begin to formulate a
plan for 10th grade. Plan to take a strong curriculum but maintain a balance.
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Get involved in activities at school and in the community. Keep a folder with
activities, awards, etc.
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Perform community service and volunteerism. Maintain records of service.
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Start researching scholarship opportunities. A number of underclassmen
opportunities are available in the guidance office. Often Essay contests, poster
contests, etc. List is available on our web site.
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Take a career inventory to help identify strengths and weaknesses and to research
possible majors and careers in these areas. Recommend Kuder Assessments via
Florida Shines and CollegeBoard's MyRoad and CollegeBoard’s
BigFuture.
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Take the PSAT as a 10th grader and as an 11th grader for last SAT preparation and
National Merit Scholarship Program consideration.
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ELA graduation in spring of sophomore (and junior) year.
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SAT/ACT in spring of junior year.
bigfuture
Free SAT Practice from Khan Academy
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 Thousands of practice questions, reviewed and approved by the College
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Helpful Websites
 www.leonschools.net/chiles
 www.floridashines.org
 www.collegeboard.com
 www.actstudent.org
 www.FloridaStudentFinancialAid.org
 www.bigfuture.collegeboard.org
 www.eligibilitycenter.org