Senior Year Preparation and Graduation Guidelines for Class of 2024
Stay on top of your senior year agenda with important information on graduation requirements, college applications, financial aid, and attendance policies. Prepare for life after high school by understanding the steps towards college, university, or a career. Don't miss out on key deadlines and opportunities for scholarships and financial aid.
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Fall 2023 Senior Info Fall 2023 Senior Info Class of 2024 Class of 2024
Agenda ****Check student email regularly**** HS Graduation requirements Bright Futures Requirements Financial Aid/ Scholarship Info College Applications and deadlines Important dates this fall
Graduation Requirements 26 specific credits 2.0 unweighted GPA Passing/Concordant scores on the FSA Reading and Algebra 1 EOC online requirement has expired Make sure you understand where you stand
Graduation Requirements: Details 4 cr in English 4 cr in Math (Alg 1/Geom) 4 cr in Science (Bio) 3 Social Studies credits : World History US History US Gov t/Economics 1 cr Fine/Performing Arts .5 cr in PE .5 cr in Personal Fitness (waivers apply) 9 credits of electives
Attendance: 8 and 10 Once you are over 8 days you will lose credit unless you turn in a note from doctor or parents. Notes must be turned in within 10 days.
College/University Prep Military SCPS Graduation Requirements Enlistment Requirements ASVAB State College/Career/Trade SCPS Graduation Requirements Apply early fall Decisions by early spring Send final transcripts after graduation SCPS Graduation Requirements Application to Orange Tech or SSC ****Now is the time to start planning for your plans after high school!****
Florida Financial Aid Application Bright Futures Scholarship October 1stApplication Opens We plan to invite all seniors to the patriot lab to complete this application. Link to complete independently: https://www.floridastudentfinancialaidsg.org/SAPPRFILE/SAPPRFILE
Paying for College Tuition Financial Aid Scholarships Financial Aid information night: Stay up with email updates Free Application for Federal Student Aid: FAFSA opens Dec 1, 2023 CCRR open Wednesdays (Scholarships!) www.fastweb.com
College Applications/Deadlines/SSAR Many schools use the Common Application or a similar system. Monitor deadlines. November 1st is a common deadline for many schools. Don t wait until Oct. 31st! Need a letter of recommendation? 2 weeks prior notice is needed. Resumes are helpful, see handout packet. SSAR-Self-Reported Student Academic Report-many colleges are now asking students to complete this INSTEAD of sending an official transcript with their application. Students will enter their academic history on the SSAR website. (UCF=SPARK) Need a transcript? Our link is available on the school website Send your OCT SAT to the schools you plan to apply. (save $$$)
Stay focused Remember to avoid senior-itus by making the choice everyday to complete the hard work first. Then play. Keep a realistic school - work balance. Sometimes clubs, sports, friends, work etc. can start to demand too much time away from school responsibilities. Your grades matter. When May 2024 rolls around again be proud of yourself for keeping procrastination under control. You will be submitting final transcripts to the school you will attend in the fall of 2024.
Community Service Information Not a graduation requirement Needed for Bright Futures Scholarship Application website https://www.lakebrantley.com/student-services/community-service.stml Paid Work hours can now be counted towards Community Service Hours! ** work and volunteer hours can be combined
Important Dates September: Senior Credit Checks October: SAT School Day Bright Futures Application Opens November: ASVAB 11/7 Seminole State Decision Day 11/10 December: FAFSA opens Exams Winter Break
