Dr. Phillips High School
Guidance Department
Overview: We are going to discuss high
school graduation requirements while
identifying specific parts of a transcript.
Essential Question: How can sophomores become
aware enough of their graduation requirements
that they are able to initiate academic planning
as well as self-progress monitoring?
Learning Goals:
At
the conclusion of this meeting, students will:
Identify
their specific graduation
requirement needs while reviewing their
transcripts with counselors
Heighten
awareness of the need to explore
post secondary options now in order to
develop postsecondary goals
Expectations:
Listen
attentively
Share
where you fall on the learning scale
when asked
Raise your hand when asking a question
Remain
seated
Remember-this
is about YOU!
WHERE ARE YOU ON THE SCALE OF
UNDERSTANDING GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
AND POST-SECONDARY OPTIONS?
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I am not sure what my graduation requirements are.
I am somewhat aware of what my graduation
requirements are.
I am aware of the graduation requirements, but unsure
if there are any additional requirements that might be
necessary to meet my post secondary goals.
I know what I have to do to graduate from high school
as well as how to prepare to meet my post secondary
goals.
Know Your Counselor!!!
10th-12th
Ms.
Grade Counselors
Curry – A-Ca
Mrs. Kelly – Cb-Fo
Mrs. Hernandez – Fp-Ju
Ms. Ratigan – K-Mor
Ms. Kalo – Mos-Roc
Mr. Ireland – Rod-Tril
Mrs. Reed – Trim-Z and Tangelo Park
Graduation Requirements:
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Minimum 24 credits
Minimum 2.0 cumulative GPA
English-4 credits
Math-4 credits including Algebra I and
Geometry
Science-3 credits, one of which must be
Biology
1 World History
1 American History
.5 Economics
.5 American Govt.
Graduation Requirements:
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1 credit of HOPE
1 Fine Art
8 electives
Earn passing score on FSA (Florida Standards
Assessment)
Must earn passing scores on Algebra I FSA
Take one online course
To register for an online class through
Florida Virtual School:
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Go to www.FLVS.net
Register as a Dr. Phillips
High School Student
Select your course
Transcripts!!!
TRANSCRIPT DELIVERY IN PROCESS…..
Transcript Review:
Look it over with a fine tooth comb!
-Page 1: Personal information (name and address) –Verify all is 100%
correct! If you spell your name differently, or if you have an additional
name that is not included, please make your counselor aware. If you
register for the SAT, ACT, FSA tests, or apply for programs or
colleges using a name other than the one that is on your transcript, the
names will not match, and your applications or registrations will not be
recognized by the computer system. This could be a serious problem!!!
Examples: DeMattos is NOT the same as De Mattos
Julia Fernandez Diaz is NOT the same as Julia Diaz
Are you on track right now???
9th Grade Courses and Grades
-You should have earned credits in the following subject areas in order
to be considered on track for graduation:
1 English credit (English 1 or ESOL)
1 Math credit (Algebra 1)
1 Science credit
1 Social Studies credit (likely World History)
3 Elective credits
Transcript Review:
-Page 2: Summary box: 3 columns
“Total to date”= the credits you have earned
Recall that on track would be earned credits in the following subjects:
1.0 credit in Algebra 1(A1)
1.0 credit in Science (SC)
1.0 credit in English (EN)
A combination of 3-4 credits in any of the following:
Performing arts (PF), Physical Education (PE), Electives (EL)
At the bottom: STATE GPA: on track: Should be at least a 2.0
Understanding
Your Transcript
Guidance Appointment
Making an appointment with your counselor is the
best way to ensure they will be available to see
you at a specific time. Do NOT wait for a
school counselor to request to see you. The
time is now to begin to establish a strong
academic relationship with your school
counselor.
A New Guidance Website!
Site Address:
teacherpress.ocps.net
/dpstudentservices
On this site students and
parents will see:
graduation requirements,
dual enrollment
information,
college/career prep, and
many other important
resources and
information.
You can also book an Appointment with
your Counselor through our new site!
Yes, you can take out your phones now to take a picture of this slide 
http://teacherpress.ocps.net/dpstudentservices/
What’s Next?
Explore
your post secondary options
www.FloridaShines.org
WHERE ARE YOU ON THE SCALE OF
UNDERSTANDING GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
AND POST-SECONDARY OPTIONS?
1.
2.
3.
4.
I am not sure what my graduation requirements are.
I am somewhat aware of what my graduation
requirements are.
I am aware of the graduation requirements, but unsure
if there are any additional requirements that might be
necessary to meet my post secondary goals.
I know what I have to do to graduate from high school
as well as how to prepare to meet my post secondary
goals.