Welcome to our

Fall Education Night

Welcome LMHS School Counselors’ Duties LMHS Website (scholarships, latest news, resources

tools) LMHS Expectations New Graduation Requirements Dual Enrollment Opportunities (LSCC, Lake Tech) Bright Futures Guidelines ACT and SAT information FLDOE-Representative—FAFSA, Bright Futures, &

other Scholarships

Agenda

Mrs. Jill Fornoles 12th Graders

Mrs. Susan Theobald 11th Graders

Mrs. Robyn Campos 10Th Graders

Mrs. Gina Paul 9th Graders

School Counselors

Services provided scheduling/academic planning career counseling Individual-Guidance Corner for appointment Small group counseling Post secondary planning Crisis management /referrals FIT-Family In Transition AND MORE….

Counselor Duties

www.lake.k12.fl.us/lmh How many of you have been on the Guidance Page of

the LMHS website? Get the latest on Colleges visits, scholarships, &

testing. Check out NCAA eligibility Dual Enrollment deadline dates How to register to take classes online FLVS GPA Calculator Forms: VPS, FLVS, Early Grad, Executive Internship,

etc.

LMHS Website

How do students earn aHigh School Diploma?

Standard Diploma

Standard Diploma 4 ELA (ENGLISH LANGUAGE

ARTS) 4 Math (Algebra 1 EOC (must

pass for Credit) Geo w/EOC (30%), 2 additional math.

3 Science (2 of 3 with lab) Biology 1 w/EOC (30%) 2 additional rigorous science.

3 Social Studies (1 World History; US History w/EOC (30%); US Government (1/2); Economics (1/2)

Standard Diploma 1 credit (HOPE) 1 credit (Fine or

performing arts, or Practical Arts)

8 Electives* Pass Reading FCAT 245 24 credits 2.0 GPA

*online requirement

Scholar Designation

4 ELA (ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS)

4 Math (Algebra 2, Statistics or equal rigorous.

3 Science (2 of 3 with lab) Biology 1 w/EOC (passed, 395); Chemistry or Physics..

3 Social Studies US History (EOC Passing unknown at this time)

1 credit (HOPE) 1 credit (Fine or performing arts,

Speech, Debate, or Practical Arts) 2 Foreign Language (same

language) 6 Electives 1 elective must be

AP or Dual Enrollment

Must pass FCAT Reading 245 or higher.

24 credits 2.0 GPA

Standard Diploma Standard Diploma

Accel Designation 3 years option

Standard Diploma 4 ELA (ENGLISH

LANGUAGE ARTS) 4 Math (Algebra 1 & Geo) 2

additional math. 3 Science (2 of 3 with lab)

Biology 1 w/EOC (30%); Chemistry; Physics..

3 Social Studies (1 World History; US History w/EOC (30%); US Government (1/2); Economics (1/2

Standard Diploma

1 credit (Fine or performing arts, Speech, Debate, or Practical Arts)

No HOPE required 3 Elective Credits 18 credits 2.0 GPA Pass Reading FCAT 245 HOPE and online are NOT a

requirement

Industry Designation

Standard Diploma

4 ELA (ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS)

4 Math (Algebra 1 & Geo) 2 additional math.

3 Science (2 of 3 with lab) Biology 1 w/EOC (30%); Chemistry; Physics..

3 Social Studies (1 World History; US History w/EOC (30%); US Government (1/2); Economics (1/2

Standard Diploma 1 credit (HOPE) 1 credit (Fine or performing

arts, Speech, Debate, or Practical Arts)

8 Electives ---Attain one or more Industry Certifications from the LMHS list.

Pass Reading FCAT 245 24 credits 2.0 GPA

Introduction to Information Technology Agri-Science and Bio-Technology 1, 2, 3, 4 Biomedical Sciences 1, 2, 3, 4 Commercial Art 1, 2, 3, 4 Computer Networking 1, 2, 3, 4 Culinary Arts 1, 2, 3, 4 Digital Design 1, 2, 3, 4 Drafting 1, 2, 3, 4 Early Childhood Education 1,2, 3, 4 Game Design 1, 2, 3, 4 Marketing and Entrepreneurship 1, 2, 3, 4 *Office Admin/Business Software 1, 2, 3, 4 Robotics 1, 2, 3, 4 TV Production 1, 2, 3, 4

LMHS Industry Certifications

LMHS Practical & Performing Arts credits

LMHS Practical Arts Credits

Drafting 1-4 Commercial Arts 1-7

Introduction to Information Technology

Digital Design 1-7 Television Productions 1-7 Early Childhood Education 2-

3 Culinary 2-3

Game Simulation Foundations

LMHS Performing Arts credits Chorus Band

Theatre Fine Arts Credits

2-D Studio Arts

Required Class

Class 2014

Class 2015

Class 2016

Class 2017

Math Algebra 1 EOC is not required to pass.

Algebra is EOC is required to pass

Algebra is EOC is required to pass

Algebra is EOC is required to pass

Science (Equal Rigorous Course) EQ—LMHS website

1 Required only for Scholar Designation (Chem/Physics or EQ)

1 Required only for Scholar Designation (Chem/Physics EQ)

1 Required only for Scholar Designation (Chem/Physics or EQ)

2 Required Equal Rigorous Science courses.1Chem/Physics)-Scholar Designation

Online Class

No online class requirement.

Online course is required. Driver Ed is included.

Online course is required; Excluding Driver Ed.

Online course is required; Excluding Driver Ed.

Differences Between each Graduation Class

Differences Between each Graduation

Class

Class 2017—parents and students have to select a graduation notification. The form has been given to all 9th graders.

To qualify:

Students must be on track to graduate Students must have passed the Reading FCAT and

Algebra 1 EOC. Students must complete an “Intent to graduate

Early” form it is available on the website. Students must meet with counselor to discuss and

to fix schedule appropriately. Please Consider the following:

Do you have a plan why you want to graduate early? You can miss out scholarships.

Early Graduation EGO

Passing Score on FCAT Reading

Level 3-245

Or ACT Reading (11th & 12th) concordant score – 19

Passing score on Algebra 1 EOC

Level 3-399

Assessment Requirements

VISIT WWW.FLVS.NET TO REGISTER COURSE CAN BE ½ OR FULL CREDIT. ½ CREDIT—CAN TAKE 18 WEEKS TO

COMPLETE 1 FULL CREDIT-CAN TAKE 36 WEEKS TO

COMPLETE (full year) Read the description of the course Pick your favorite subject Stay away from courses that require EOCs.

ONLINE REQUIREMENT

Unweighted vs Weighted GPA

Unweighted GPARegular classes A = 4 B = 3 C = 2 D = 1 F = 0 For Standard

diploma/Dual Enrollment (LSCC 3.0 GPA—11th grade)

*Weighted GPA Honors DE/AP A = 5 A = 6 B = 4 B = 5 C = 3 C = 4 D = 2 D = ?For College/Bright

Futures/Scholarships

Positive Rewards for Earning Good Grades

Dual Enrollment – LSCC & Lake Technical Center

Bright Futures scholarships

Dual Enrollment

Lake Sumter Junior or Senior Only 3.0 unweighted GPA Passed FCAT Reading Qualifying Scores on the PERT

test; Reading 106; Writing 103; Math 114

Qualifying Scores on SAT 440/440 or ACT 19/17/19

Must meet with counselor to discuss

Limited Course offerings English & Social Studies Math & Science

Lake Tech Junior or Senior Only 2.0 GPA or higher On track for graduation Have chosen career goals See a counselor Take the TABE test Options include:

Automobile Service or Collision Nursing: CNA, HHA, PCT, Med

Assist. Cosmetology, Nail Specialty Public Safety – Police, Fire, EMT,

Paramedic

College Entrance TestsSAT vs. ACT

SAT- is designed to measure critical reading, writing and Mathematical reasoning skills.

$51.00 LMHS is a site for SAT Register online at

www.collegeboard.com

Free/reduced lunches can receive a waiver.

ACT-is designed to measure academic achievement in the areas of English, mathematics, reading and science.

$36.50 or $52.50 w/writing

ERHS is a site for ACT Register online at

www.actstudent.org Be sure to enter our

school CEEB code: 102-581

The average cost for published tuition and fees in a

public two-year in-state college per year is $2,690

The average cost for published tuition and fees in a public in-state four-year college or university per year is $8,240 Average surcharge for full-time out-of-state students

at these institutions is $20,770 per year

The average cost for published tuition and fees in a private four-year college per year is $28,500

College $$$

Choose the right option

4 year College Bachelors Degree Housing & travel costs Usually higher costs Stricter admissions

requirements Translates to a salary

range between $28,000 and $60,000 or higher**

Community College

Associates Degree Can live at home Lower cost May direct connect to colleges

for Bachelors Degree Translates to a salary between

$20,000 and $40,000**

**Salary ranges are approximate and largely depend on the career field and economic conditions. There is not a guarantee.

How Do you Plan to Pay for College?

Have you discussed the plan your child?

Bright Futures Scholarship Requirements

Florida Academic Scholarship

4 English4 Math Algebra 1 and higher(Liberal Arts Math & Informal Geometry do not count)3 Science (2 w/ lab)3 Social Studies

- World History- Am. History- Gov’t/Economics

2 Foreign LanguageGPA -3.5 weightedQualifying Test Scores

ACT = 29SAT = 1290

Florida Medallion Scholarship

4 English4 Math Algebra 1 and higher(Liberal Arts Math & Informal Geometry do not count)3 Science (2 w/lab)3 Social Studies

- World History- Am. History- Gov’t/Economics

2 Foreign LanguageGPA -3.0 weightedQualifying Test Scores

ACT = 26SAT = 1170

Florida Gold Seal Scholarship

4 English4 Math (Algebra 1 and Higher3 Science (2 w/ lab)3 Social Studies

- World History- Am. History- Gov’t/Economics

1 Practical/Performing Arts1 Hope3 Vocational Courses(Must be a vocational program completer with a min. 3.5 GPA in 3 courses.)GPA—3.0 weighted

¨Students who are on to track to graduate in 2014 will apply after December 1, 2013.¨Students can track their progress toward Bright Futures eligibility by registering on FLVC.net¨Volunteer Hours—100 hours for Florida Academic , 75 hours for Florida Medallion, 30 hours for Gold Seal¨ACT and SAT scores vary by cohort year. Please see chart on the following page for specific details.¨The Bright Futures Scholarship program is regulated by legislative changes annually. ¨You can learn more by visiting www.floridastudentfinancialaid.org/ssfad/bf/

Application is open December 1st of their senior year.

Current seniors will complete the application in their English classes in January.

Students must take ACT or SAT testing. Students can start earning your Volunteer hours right now.

Don’t wait for their senior year. Volunteer form is available in our website: http://lake.k12.fl.us/lmh; click on Guidance; click forms

The scholarships are reviewed every year by the state, so things can be changed.

The amount of the scholarship is not enough to pay full tuition at any college. Students need to apply for additional scholarships.

What should you know about Bright Futures

Most scholarships are for 12th graders at

this time. Scholarships are posted on our weekly

website. www.lake.k12.fl.us/lmh Students are informed by email weekly. $$$$ is available for students to attend for

free $$$$. www.fastweb.com –all grade level can

register to receive emails of scholarships.

Scholarships

Tools for Success at LMHS

Attendance is Critical Come to school every day

prepared to give 100% effort Parents and students need to

create an account with Esembler http://grades.lake.k12.fl.us

Follow all school expectations for dress code, behavior, and participation in class

Students need to select classes that challenge them to achieve your dreams.

Join Guidance Text Message Alerts561-402-7398

Class 2014-text @lmh

Class 2015-text @lmhscla

Class 2016-text @lmhsclas

Class 2017-text @lmhhscl

561-402-7398

Counselors Grade Level Guidance

CornerEmail Address

Mrs. Fornoles 12th Mondays fornolesj@lake.k12.fl.us

Mrs. Theobald 11th graders Tuesdays theobalds@lake.k12.fl.us

Mrs. Campos 10th graders Thursdays camposr@lake.k12.fl.us

Mrs. Paul 9th graders Fridays paulg@lake.k12.fl.us

Further Assistance

Any Questions?

Remember that you can email us if you have any questions.

Your student can make an appointment in Guidance Corner for you to discuss any questions that you might have.