High School
School Counseling Department
GRADUATION PLAN
Class of 2019
CLASS OF 2019
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
(Students who entered 9th Grade in 2015 – 2016)
SUBJECT AREAS / CREDITS
ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS / 4
MATHEMATICS
· 1 credit in Algebra 1*
· 1 credit in Geometry*
· 2 credits in any additional math courses** / 4
SCIENCE
· 1 credit in Biology*
· 1 credit in a physical science course
(Earth/Space Science, Physical Science, Chemistry, or Physics)
· 1 credit in any other equally rigorous science course / 3
SOCIAL STUDIES
· 1 credit in World History
· 1 credit in United States History*
· ½ credit in Economics with Financial Literacy
· ½ credit in United States Government / 3
PHYSICAL EDUCATION
· ½ credit in Personal Fitness
· ½ credit in any other PE course / 1
PERFORMING FINE ARTS / 1
ELECTIVES / 8
TOTAL / 24 Credits
OTHER GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS:
· 2.0 Grade Point Average (GPA)
· One course must be taken on-line
· Passing score on the Grade 10 ELA or concordant scores on ACT/SAT
· Passing score on the Algebra 1 EOC or comparative score on the PERT
* Student must participate in the EOC Assessment and their performance on the EOC constitutes 30% of the final course grade.
** If student enrolls in Algebra 2 beginning in 2014 – 2015, then performance on the EOC constitutes 30% of the final course grade.
GRADUATION PLAN /
Grades 9 - 12
This Graduation Plan will help you prepare for your future. Keep the plan up to date by reviewing your four year plan and working with your school counselor and parents.
STUDENT IDENTIFICATION
Name │ / Year of Graduation │Address │ / Phone │
City │ / State, Zip│
E-mail │
GRADUATION PROMISE
Student
I understand that education is key to my future and therefore commit to graduate from high school. I will also take the time to plan and prepare for a life after high school by:
being a responsible citizen and making good decisions;
going to school and actively participating in my learning;
studying hard and turning in my homework;
pushing myself to complete my graduation requirements and considering going beyond it to complete an advanced diploma like the Superintendent’s Diploma of Distinction or the Scholar Designation.
exploring different careers and learning how college includes many of options: two- and four-year degrees, certificates, apprenticeship programs and the military;
asking for help when I need it.
______
signature of student date
Parent/Guardian
I/We will continue to help my/our student succeed in school and prepare for success after high school.
______
signature of parent/guardian (optional) date
High School Diploma Plan
My diploma goal: / Standard Diploma / Superintendent’s Diploma of Distinction / Scholar Designation / Merit DesignationAFTER HIGH SCHOOL PLAN
It’s important to have a plan for life after high school. Use the space below to explore careers and colleges.
Grade / Career Interest Inventory* Results / Careers that interest me / What will I do this year to explore the careers that interest me?
9th grade
10th grade
11th grade
12th grade
*Visit http://floridashines.org/ for Career Interest Inventories and other in-depth ways to explore careers.
College includes many options: four-year colleges and universities, two-year community colleges, apprenticeship programs and the military.What do I want to study after high school? / What specific college options do I want to learn more about?
Visit http://floridashines.org/ for the steps to get to college and ways to learn more about colleges that interest you.
Testing Plan
Check off the tests you plan to take. Some tests – like the FSA and the End of Course Exams (EOC) – are required, so mark them right now. After you take the tests, record your results.
FSA – ELA / 9th grade
10th grade
EOC / Algebra I
Geometry
Algebra II
Biology
US History
AP
AP
AP
AP
AP
AP
AP
Test Name / Testing Date / Results
PLAN / Composite / English / Math / Reading / Science
PSAT/
NMSQT / Critical Reading / Mathematics / Writing Skills
ACT / Composite / English / Math / Reading / Science / Writing
SAT / Critical Reading / Mathematics / Writing Skills
ASVAB / GS / AR / WK / PC
MK / EI / AS / MC
PERT / Reading / Writing / Mathematics
FOUR-YEAR HIGH SCHOOL COURSE PLAN
Based on your After High School Plan and High School Diploma Plan, list the high school courses you plan to take. Request the help of your school counselor to ensure you take the right classes to graduate from high school prepared for colleges and careers.
9th Grade
English 1 / English 1
Math / Math
Science / Science
Social Studies / Social Studies
Total Credits / Total Credits
GPA / GPA
10th Grade
English 2 / English 2
Math / Math
Science / Science
Social Studies / Social Studies
Total Credits / Total Credits
GPA / GPA
11th Grade
English 3 / English 3
Math / Math
Science / Science
Social Studies / Social Studies
Total Credits / Total Credits
GPA / GPA
12th Grade
English 4 / English 4
Math / Math
Science / Science
Economics
or
US Government / Economics
or
US Government
Total Credits / Total Credits
GPA / GPA
*Fill in End-of-Course exam (EOC) scores when applicable.
CHECKLIST TO STAY ON TRACK
Here are some of the activities you need to complete each year to ensure you are on track for high school graduation and well-prepared for college and beyond.
Activity / P / Activity / P
Reviewed four-year course plan (see inside) and made changes as needed / Reviewed four-year course plan (see inside) and made changes as needed
Reviewed testing plan (see inside) and made changes as needed / Reviewed testing plan (see inside) and made changes as needed
Finished Algebra I or signed up to take it in 10th grade / Took the PSAT in the fall and updated testing plan (see inside)
Signed up for 10th grade classes / Took the SAT or ACT in the spring and updated testing plan (see inside)
Learned about the different options for “college” (two- and four-year degrees, apprenticeship programs, military) / Signed up for 12th grade classes – including advanced math, Advanced Placement and dual-credit courses, and world languages
Completed a career interest inventory* and updated career plan (see inside) / Explored careers through career profiles*, job shadowing, etc.
Explored careers through career profiles*, job shadowing, etc. / Visited at least three colleges
Discussed offerings of AP and dual-credit courses with my school counselor and explored the prerequisites that may need to be taken / Completed the FAFSA4caster (https://fafsa.ed.gov/FAFSA/app/f4cForm) to estimate my eligibility for federal student aid
Discussed taking an on-line course and explored possible courses to take / Student Athletes – registered and sent an official transcript to the NCAA Eligibility Center
10th Grade / 12th Grade
Activity / P / Activity / P
Reviewed four-year course plan (see inside) and made changes as needed / Retook, if necessary, the SAT or ACT in the fall
Reviewed testing plan (see inside) and made changes as needed / Applied to at least three different colleges
Took the PSAT in the fall and updated testing plan (see inside) / Visited final college choice before deciding to go there in the fall
Discussed offerings of AP and dual-credit courses with my school counselor and explored the prerequisites that may need to be taken / Reviewed credits with school counselor to determine on-time graduation status (see inside) and made changes as needed
Signed up for 11th grade classes / Applied for Bright Futures (see information below) and other scholarship sources
Completed a career interest inventory* and updated career plan (see inside) / Filed the FAFSA (http://www.fafsa.ed.gov/) by the receipt-date deadline to get the most money for college
Discussed taking an on-line course and explored possible courses to take / Male Seniors only - Registered for Selective Service
Graduated from high school
Apply for the Bright Futures Scholarship Program
The Florida Bright Futures Scholarship Program offers three levels of scholarship awards – the Florida Academic Scholars award (FAS), the Florida Medallion Scholars award (FMS), and the Florida Gold Seal Vocational Scholars award (GSV). Read this brochure to find out how to qualify for a Bright Futures Scholarship.
The Application
To apply for a Bright Futures Scholarship, you must submit a completed, error free Initial Student Florida Financial Aid Application during your last year in high school (after December 1 and prior to graduation). You must apply during your last year in high school, before graduation,* or you will forfeit all future eligibility for a Bright Futures Scholarship. To apply online, visit www.FloridaStudentFinancialAid.org, select “State Grants, Scholarships & Applications” and then select “Apply Here”. The application gives the Florida Department of Education (FDOE) permission to evaluate your high school transcript and test scores for eligibility for state scholarships and grants, including a Bright Futures Scholarship. You may apply prior to meeting all requirements.