Your Guide to Success! FRESHMEN

1. John I. Leonard High School 2018-2019 Class Advising Your Guide to Success!FRESHMEN

2. Counselors and APs A – EL………………………. Mr. Valverde/Mr. Monroe EM – L…………………...... Ms. Walker/Ms. Jenkins M – Rivas....................... Ms. Wilson/Dr. Fuller Sb-Z …………………..…… Ms. Balicki/Mr. Scholze • ESE • A-R ……………… Ms. Cohen/ Ms. Bidwell • S-Z………………..Ms. Cohen/ Ms. Hess • ELL/ISA • A – L……………………… Ms. Vazquez/Ms. Reyes • M–Z …………………….... Ms. Scott/Hess • Academy (Computer, Finance, Medical) • A-Z……………………….. Ms. Miller/Mr. Scholze • Magnet Coordinator……… Ms. Lord

3. Graduation requirements for the Class of 2022 (24 credits) GPA Minimum 2.0 Service Hours Minimum 20 hours Language Arts English 1,2,3,4 Mathematics 4 Credits: Must include Algebra 1 and Geometry Science 3 credits: Physical science, Bio 1, science elective Social Studies 3 credits: US History, World History, Econ and Am Govt. Fine/Performing Art 1 credit: Digital Info Tech, Band, Chorus, Journalism, 2d Art, or specific practicalart. Physical Education 1 credit: .50 Personal Fitness and .50 P.E. Elective or 1 credit of HOPE Electives 8 credits On-line course ½ credit virtual course (Social Media, Psychology, Critical Thinking skills, Peer Counseling) **Higher level coursework: Algebra 2 and above, is recommended for admission to a Florida university. **A minimum of 2 years of the same world language or just year 2 of a language is required for admission to a 4 year university.

4. How are Grade Point Averages (GPA) and Honor Point Averages Calculated?

5. TEST SCORES YOU NEED TO KNOW FSA Reading level 3 score of 350 EOC ‘s Algebra 1 EOC score of 497

6. What to do in your Freshman Year • Keep your grades up. Build a good foundation with your grade point average. This will open doors to great opportunities, such as honor clubs, Dual Enrollment, AICE and AP courses, field trips, pep rallies, etc. • Take challenging courses. Colleges want to see that you have worked hard and have interest in your future. • Be ready for standardized assessments such as the FSA/ELA, and all your EOC courses. If you pass them you will have more freedom in your schedule as well as not having to retake the tests. • Get organized. Use a calendar to keep track of assignments, due dates, deadlines and other important information. Complete assignments on time. Handing assignments in late will affect your grade. • Start graduation requirements that you can complete, such as the minimum hours of community service, and the online course. • Avoid being tardy or absent!

7. Attendance is important! When you miss school, you miss: • Class presentations • Assignments • Tests and quizzes • Discussions • Notes • Clubs, practices, sports, fun! • In block scheduling, every time you are out of class it counts as 2 periods of absences

10. Opportunities for College Credit • Advanced Placement Courses/AP Capstone: Students who complete these courses may receive college credit if a score of 3 or more is achieved in the national test given in May. Credits count for High School and may count for college. • AICE Courses/AICE Diploma: More information in packet. • Dual Enrollment: Students with a GPA of 3.0 or higher can apply. The credits count for both high school and college. DE courses are free and so are the books and fees. Remember that these courses become part of the college transcript and can impact eligibility for financial aid and admission to college. Eligibility: 3.0 GPA, College Ready Test Scores (can be blended from any of the 3 tests) SAT-440 Math/440 Verbal ACT- 17 English/ 19 Reading/ 19 Math (20 for College Algebra) Pert- 106 Reading/103 Writing/114 Math • Apply for Admissions on the PBSC website (A PBSC student ID and password will be emailed to you) – Pick up Dual Enrollment packet at front of auditorium before you leave • Register online for and attend a MANDATORY PBSC Advising session (Must have PBSC ID/password) • See your JILHS counselor to discuss eligibility, schedule and registration procedures. • ALL REQUIREMENTS MUST BE MET BEFORE COMPLETION OF REGISTRATION FORMS! • JILHS DEADLINES: FALL (Sem1)-May 1 SPRING(Sem 2) Oct 1 SUMMER- APRIL 1 • Early Admissions: Eligible Seniors for DE may elect to complete their Senior Year as a full time freshman at PBSC. Consent is needed from the Principal. More info in Guidance.

12. Bright Futures Scholarship All eligibility requirements must be met by high school graduation, but scores of ACT/SAT/PERT tests taken through JUNE 30 are accepted for evaluation purposes.

13. Academic Assistance and Support • Remediation for low grades on PBVS, FLVS, or Edgenuity (E2020) after school: • Monday-Thursday from 3-6pm in Room 4-216 • Math lab: • Monday-Thursday from 3-6pm in Room 6-108 • Tutorials for SAT/ACT Reading: • Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3-4pm in Room 6-203 • Industry Certifications: • Mondays and Tuesdays from 3-6pm in Room 4-111

14. Community Service • Only Non-profit service is accepted!!!! • Drop off in Guidance, no need to see your counselor just to submit hours. • Official letter is accepted. • Description of work, phone number and legible writing is needed • Ask your teacher if they need help in exchange for service hours.