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School Counseling Team ❖ Ms. Mitchell A – Carj ❖ Ms. Scalera Cark – Feo ❖ Ms. Wilkin Fep – Ing ❖ Ms. Granberry Ino – Manl ❖ Mr. Valle Manm – Peo ❖ Ms. Rogers Pep – Sil ❖ Ms. Lloyd Sim – Z ❖ Ms. Laurenzana College and Career Specialist ❖ Ms. MacLean College Transitions Counselor Counselors are available: • By appointment (links for each counselor on WHS Website under Guidance tab) • For all students during their lunch every day
SAFE Coordinator Mr. Taunton, Trey.Taunton@ocps.net ▶ Promotes safe and drug-free school ▶ Meets with students in crisis ▶ Supports families in transition or experiencing homelessness ▶ Refers students for additional counseling services (as needed)
Pathways and Pre-Majors Windermere Pathways 2 year College/Tech/Career Super Scholar Pathway Certificate Pathway University Pathway Workforce/Industry Ready Windermere Pre-Majors ▶ All 9 th grade students select a pre-major ▶ Focused curriculum areas, most of which lead to industry certification ▶ Engineering - Electrical, Aerospace, Civil & Architecture and Environmental Sustainability ▶ Biomedical ▶ Digital Design ▶ Arts ▶ Liberal Arts ▶ Tourism Marketing & Management
Communication Tools It is very important for you to be in close communication with your teachers, counselor and parents. Take responsibility for your education, if you have questions, ask them. Ways to be Connected: ▶ Remind ▶ School website ▶ WHS Facebook page ▶ ProgressBook ▶ Canvas ▶ E-Mail
Academic Support Tutoring ▶ Offered in most subject areas either before or after school. ▶ Full schedule is available on the WHS website under the Students tab. Weekend Wolverines ▶ Saturdays from 8:30 – 11:30am ( Breakfast from 8:00 – 8:30am) ▶ For questions contact, (407) 347-0980 ext. 6042641 or e-mail: amanda.newcomer@ocps.net ▶ To register: 1. Return letter located in Front Office or Student Services OR 2. Complete form online located on WHS website under the Students tab.
High School Graduation Requirements 24 Credits Subject Area Credits English 4 Math (must include Algebra 1 and Geometry) 4 Science (must include Biology) 3 Social Studies 3 World History (1) ○ ○ US History (1) ○ Economics with Financial Literacy (.5) US Government(.5) ○ Health Opportunities in Physical Education (HOPE) 1 Fine, Performing, or Approved Practical Art 1 Electives 8 One Online Course Total 24 These credits represent the minimum for a standard diploma. Students seeking admission to college will be expected to take additional rigorous coursework.
Additional Requirements 2.0 unweighted GPA ▶ The cumulative Grade Point Average is based on final grades) ▶ State Assessment Requirements ▶ FSA Reading (Must Pass) ▶ ACT Reading – 18 ▶ SAT Reading – 480 ▶ Algebra 1 EOC (Must Pass) ▶ ACT Math – 16 ▶ SAT Math – 420 ▶ PSAT Math – 430 ▶ Online Course ▶ www.flvs.net ▶ Be sure to select “Orange County Virtual Franchise” when prompted. ▶
Diploma Designations Students have the opportunity to earn added distinctions on their high school diploma: ▶ Scholar Designation ▶ Students must satisfy additional requirements, including more rigorous courses and passing EOC scores ▶ Out of state and private school transfer students who have already completed Biology, Geometry, and U.S. History will need to take these EOCs to qualify for this designation ▶ Merit Designations ▶ Students must attain one or more approved industry certifications ▶ Biliteracy Seal ▶ Recognizes students who have attained high level competency in a foreign language
GPA ▶ GPA is a calculation of your final grades on an unweighted and weighted scale. ▶ Graduation is based on your unweighted GPA. ▶ Your class rank is based on your weighted GPA. ▶ Colleges/Universities recalculate your GPA based on their own GPA scales. Gr a de Sta nda r d Honor s We ig ht AP/ Dua l Unwe ig hte d (+1) E nr ollme nt We ig ht (+2) A 4 5 6 B 3 4 5 C 2 3 4 D 1 – no a dde d we ig ht g ive n F 0 – no a dde d we ig ht g ive n
How your grades affect your GPA Take a look at this sample student’s transcript. What do you notice? Although this student had a good freshman year, they are now at risk and have an overall GPA of 1.85.
Dual Enrollment Opportunities ▶ Valencia ▶ UF ▶ UCF ▶ Orange Technical College What is dual enrollment? ▶ Dual enrollment gives students the opportunity to earn high school and college courses at the same time. ▶ Students can accelerate the completion of a college degree. ▶ Dual enrollment is free! ▶ Applications for Fall 2019 open in the Spring.
Requirements 3.0 unweighted GPA by date of application ▶ College ready test scores to Valencia by ▶ deadline (SAT/ACT/PERT/FSA) OCPS covers cost of books ▶ Transportation is not provided ▶
Courses are taken online through UF Requirements Requirements Only juniors and seniors ● Only juniors and seniors ● 3.6 unweighted GPA ● ● 3.8 unweighted GPA recalculated by UCF using ● One of the three following academic core only tests: One of the following tests: ● SAT – with a 1100 o composite score SAT – with a 1330 o composite score ACT – with a 22 o composite score ACT – with a 28 o composite score PSAT – with a 1130 o composite score
Requirements Programs Include: Only juniors and seniors 3D Animation ● ● ● Must be 16 years of age ● Automotive 2.0 unweighted GPA Culinary ● ● Transportation is provided! Information Technology ● ● Contact Career Specialist: Medical Assisting ● ● Ms. Heidelberg Pharmacy Tech ● Brandi.Heidelberg@ocps.net ● Veterinarian Assisting Welding ● And more… ●
What should you be doing NOW? • Take your academics seriously – Everything counts! • Communicate with teachers and seek help when needed. • Challenge yourself by taking a rigorous course load. • Start building your college resume. • Participate in extracurricular activities. • Develop leadership skills. • Begin working on community service. • Explore college and career interests.
What Information is Reviewed by College Admissions Officers? At First Glance Number Nu ers m s make y e you c competitive, e, Test Scores ▶ your s ur story ry make kes y you u compelling! Strength of Courses ▶ Grades and Overall GPA ▶ - Dart rtmout uth r rep Additional Factors Personal Accomplishments ▶ Character ▶ Demonstrated Interest ▶ Essay ▶ Teacher and Counselor Recommendations ▶ Class Rank ▶ Senior Year Courses ▶
OCPS Super Scholars Recognizes students from each school who are accepted into: ▶ Top 20 National Universities ▶ Top 20 Liberal Arts Colleges ▶ U.S. Service Academies
Florida Bright Futures Scholarship Programs Academic Scholars Medallion Scholars Gold Seal Vocational (FAS) (FMS) Scholars (GSV) Weighted GPA: 3.5 Weighted GPA: 3.0 Weighted GPA:3.0 Test Scores: Test Scores: Test Scores: SAT Reading & Math 1290 SAT Reading & Math 1170 SAT Reading & Math 880 or ACT 29 or ACT 26 Or ACT English 17, Reading 19, Math 19 Or PERT Reading 106 Writing 103, Math 114 Service Hours: 100 Service Hours: 75 Service Hours: 30 Scholarship for Florida Residents ∙ Recalculated weighted GPA is used based on 16 core courses ∙
Community Service Guidelines Community service guidelines are located on the WHS website under the Guidance tab. Process: 1) Develop a plan that addresses a social problem in your community. 2) Prior to completing your hours, submit a plan for approval with a pre-essay to your counselor. 3) Submit signed documentation with a reflection essay after completion to your counselor.
College and Career Center ▶ Hours: 7:00am – 2:30pm ▶ College Spirit Day is Wednesday! ▶ Services ▶ College, Career & Military ▶ College Admission Rep Visits ▶ College Essay Writing ▶ ACT/SAT Registration Help ▶ Naviance ▶ College Field Trips
Naviance: College & Career Planning Students can: ▶ Sign up to attend college admission rep visits ▶ Complete college and career planning activities ▶ Complete custom online surveys including personality profiles and career interests ▶ Research and compare colleges ▶ Research scholarships and financial aid opportunities ▶ Create resumes of accomplishments ▶ Access Naviance through Launchpad.ocps.net
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