Junior Parent Night

South Forsyth High School


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Junior Parent Night

October 23, 2014PAC

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Quick Survey!

• Please go to the South Forsyth High School

Webpage. www.forsyth.k12.ga.us/sfhs

• Student Services

• Counseling

• 11th Grade

• Please complete the Parent Survey

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SFHS Counseling Staff

• Dr. Jamie D. Brown, Chair

A – B

• Eddy Fernandez

C-GAH

• Corinna Spurlock

GAI– KOT

• Stacye Fickle,

Kou – Nor

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SFHS Counseling Staff

• Michele Vargas Nos – Smi

• Shari Frankel Smj – Z

• Kristi Hall Counseling Secretary

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Junior Status Meetings• What will we do during your 30 minute

meeting? (*Meetings will start in October and run through January)

Review all completed credits and discuss what is left to

meet graduation requirements.

Introduce Career Cruising as a resource to identify post

secondary options and financial aid.

Discuss any questions you have that involve senior

year and life after SFHS. (This presentation should

generate several individual questions to explore during

meetings)

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meeting? Junior Status Meetings

• Loose ends…

Invitations were mail out, please let your

counselor know if you have not received your

student’s by this weekend.

Typo: 1am – 4am is really a PM afternoon time.

Please communicate this date to your student,

so that they are prepared.

To assist meetings in starting promptly, students

will receive a pass the day of.

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Graduation Requirements4 English credits (9th Lit and Amer. Lit)4 Math credits4 Science credits (Biology, Physical Sci.

or Physics)3 Social Studies (W. Hist., US Hist.,

Gov/Econ)3 Career/Fine Arts/For. Lang.1 Health/Per. Fit4 additional electives• **23 Total CreditsIf you are planning to enter/transfer into a 4 year college/university you must take a minimum of 2 credits in the same world language

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Graduation Test Requirements

• TESTING REQURIEMENTS:

Must pass the GHSGWT to be eligible for a diploma.

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Dual Enrollment Options

ACCELPrograms that provide qualified Georgia high school juniors and seniors with the opportunity to earn college credit while jointly enrolled in a Georgia public high school and a college, university or technical institution. A high school student cannot receive assistance from the Accel Program for postsecondary courses that are part of a technical Certificate or Diploma program of study.

• Move on When Ready -MOWR• MOWR provides high school students the opportunity to

“jump start” postsecondary education during the high school years. Once a student meets the admission requirements and is accepted to a technical college, 2-year college, or 4-year university, the high school student will be free to “move on” earlier to the next educational level.

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Dual Enrollment Options

ACCEL Can take all

classes on college campus

Can take classes at SFHS and on college campus

ACCEL credit hours do not count toward HOPE totals.

MOWR Student cannot

attend classes at SFHS

Students have to take a total of 12 semester hours each semester

MOWR credit hours do not count toward HOPE totals.

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2014 FallSAT and ACT Schedules

SATDates

$52.50

RegistrationDeadline

Late Reg. $28

Nov. 8 Oct. 9

Dec. 6 Nov. 6

Jan. 24 Dec. 29

Mar. 14 Feb. 13

May 2 Apr. 6

June 6 May 8

ACTTest Dates

$38$54.50 w/writing

RegistrationDeadline

Late Reg.$24

Dec. 13 Nov. 7

Feb. 7 Jan. 9

Apr. 18 Mar. 13

June 13 May 8

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SAT / ACT TEST PREP

SAT/ACT/PSAT PREP CLASSES offered @ SFHS Sycamore Learning Tree

ACT Mar 23 &24 4 -6:30 pm SFHS (Media Center) $75

SATApr 20/21 4 – 6:30pm SFHS (Media Center) $75

Register @ www.prepforthefuture.com or call 866-223-9691

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SAT / ACT TEST PREP

• C2education770-292-9000

www.c2educate.com Offering free practice test for new SAT

• Kaplan Test Prep800-527-8378

www.kaptest.com/college November 15th ACT/SAT Combo

• Academic Assistance & Tutoring Tab (Counseling Website)

• Prep Books

• Computer Software

• Student’s Classes

http://www.c2educate.com/



http://www.kaptest.com/college

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The New SAT!• Goes live Spring 2016 (At this time we do not

have a specific month that the redesigned SAT launches)

• No penalties for wrong answers

• Scoring will go back to the 1600 base

• Fewer questions, but more in debt analysis

• Essay is optional

• 4 vs. 5 multiple choice answers

• Portions of the Math section prohibit calculator use

• Pre-Calc is the max vs. Algebra II

NewSAT

Tests

OldSAT

Tests

1 (1hr 40mins) 3 Reading

1 (1hr 20mins) 3 Math

1 (50mins) Optional

1 Essay

Included in Reading section

3 Writing

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SAT/ACT Reminders

• Research to find out if you need the SAT II’s – Subject

Tests. This will be based on how selective the college is

(i.e. Ivy League)

• Use your free score reports to send scores to colleges.

Saves you $’s and schools are going to use the scores

meet your best interest.

• SAT – www.collegeboard.com

• ACT – www.actstudent.org

• SFHS code = 110922

http://www.collegeboard.com/

http://www.actstudent.org/

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Ready? Set? Gooooo!!!• What do I need to do, and how do I start?

Start your post-secondary research! You should do this prior to your junior status meeting

Understand the difference between being able to get into a college and being able to AFFORD a college

Understand the difference between high school graduation requirements and post-secondary entrance requirements

Research scholarships and financial aid

Work on your class schedule for senior year

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Do Your Research

Plan a visit to tour campuses that are of

interest. (4 approved days)

Attend College/Career/Military fairs

Meet with college/military representatives when

they come to visit SFHS

Calculate your academic GPA (most colleges only

consider academic courses) where 90 + = 4, 80-89 =

3, 70-79 = 2, and 0-69 = 0

**Always contact the college to verify how they actually

recalculate your GPA

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Unofficial Transcripts

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Now Calculate Your GPA!

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College Visitation

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Well How Do I Choose?

What am I looking for?

Size, location, cost, majors, clubs/groups, etc.

How do the BIG 3 affect my admissions?

GPA, SAT/ACT, curriculum strength.

Have I narrowed my list down to 5 – 7

schools? 1-2 Dream/Reach, 2-3 Moderate

level, 2-3 Safety/Fall Back.

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Curriculum Difficulty Chart

Course Average (1 pt)

Above Average (2pt) Advanced (3 pt)

Most Difficult(4pt)

English On-level 2 Honors 2 Honors/1 AP 2 Honors/2 AP

Math On-level (Math I, 2, 3, AMDM)

On-level(Math 1, 2, 3, 4)

Accel Math I, 2, 3, AP Calc or AP Stats

Accel Math 2, 3, AP Calc AB/BC, DL Calc

Social Studies On-level 1 Honors 1 Honors/1 AP 2 or more AP

Science On-level 2 Honors 1 AP 2 or more AP

Foreign Language

2 years 3 years 4 years 1 or more AP

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GEORGIA and Georgia Tech

Standardized Tests

UGA

Fall of 2013 PROFILE

Total Applicants : 21,260Total Enrolled: 5,200Middle 50% Core GPA: 3.8-4.09Middle 50% SAT (CR+M+W) 1800-2060Middle 50% ACT: 28-32Middle 50% AP/IB Courses 4 – 8

GEORGIA TECH

Fall of 2013 PROFILE

Total Applicants: 25,880Total Enrolled: 2,800Middle 50%: “A” avg.Middle 50% SAT (CR+M+W): 2050-2240Middle 50% ACT: 30-33Middle 50% AP/IB Courses 6 – 11

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http://www.sportslogos.net/logos/view/69083261969/Georgia_Tech_Yellow_Jackets/1969/Alternate_Logo

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Other 4-year Georgia Schools

Kennesaw State University2.5 GPA min. 3.22 avg. on college prep work, 950 SAT (CR/MA) CR 490/MA 460, 20 ACT English 20/Math 19

University of North Georgia3.62 avg. GPASAT: 1120ACT: 24

Georgia State University2.8 GPA min., 3.2 – 3.7 avg. GPA, 1120 SAT (CR/MA), 24 ACT

Georgia Southern UniversityEIP Program 2.0 GPA min. 3.24 avg. GPA, SAT 920 – 1000, Reading 430, Math 400, ACT 20, English 17, Math 17

Columbus State University2.5 GPA min., SAT: Reading 440, Math 410, ACT: Math 17, English 17

Valdosta StateSAT: 900 Reading 430, Math 400, ACT: 19, English 17, Math 17

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2-year Schools in Georgia

Oxford College Of Emory University, Oxford, GAAVG GPA is 3.69 – 3.98, SAT 2010 – 2250, ACT 20 - 34

Georgia Military College,Milledgeville , GA2.39 GPA min., SAT 920, ACT 19

Georgia Perimeter College, Alpharetta, GA 2.0 GPA min, accepting SAT/ACT or COMPASS

University of North Georgia College – Oconee Campus, Watkinsville, GA SAT: Math

310, Reading 330, ACT: Math 14, English 12, FI

1640 or higher

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Technical Colleges in Georgia

Lanier Technical College, Cumming,

GA accepting COMPASS if you do not meet the min. SAT/ACT

Gwinnett Technical College, Lawrenceville, Dawsonville, Gainesville, campuses accepting COMPASS if you do not meet the min. SAT/ACT

Atlanta Technical College, Atlanta, GA SAT: Math 410, Reading 410, ACT 18

ChattahoocheeTechnical College, Marietta, GA ACT: Math, Reading, English 19, SAT: Reading 460, Math 440, or COMPASS

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Military Options in Georgia

Georgia Army National GuardSSG [email protected]

NAVYKeith [email protected]

US ARMYJohn C. HughesSergeant First [email protected]

MARINESSSGT Darren [email protected]

mailto:[email protected]








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Apprenticeships and Careers

US Dept. of Labor – Employment and training administration www.doleta.gov/oa/ Offers guidance on finding registered apprenticeship programs.

Forsyth County Schools Job Board:www.forsyth.k12.ga.us/jobboard

http://www.doleta.gov/oa/

http://www.forsyth.k12.ga.us/jobboard

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Start to Building Your Resume!

Gather high school information on:

Awards and Honors

SAT/ACT Scores

Weighted/Unweighted GPA

Extracurricular Activities

Work Experience

Volunteer/Community Service

Hobbies/Interests

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Honor Code/DisciplineIf a college or scholarship program inquires about honor code violations or discipline, we are obligated to report this

information.

Also, inquiries on a student's integrity may also be affected if the student has a documented out of school suspension or

honor code violation.

Acceptance to college is provisional and the colleges hold all of the rights.

Colleges reserve the right to rescind admission or put you on immediate probation.

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HOPE ScholarshipHOPE covers a percentage% of college tuition. Award

amounts depend on the type of institution (Public or Private) a student attends.

To earn HOPE: Graduate from a HOPE-eligible high school Be registered for Selective Service (males only) Meet Georgia residency requirements 3.0 CORE GPA (all academic courses only, English, Math,

Science, Social Studies, and World Lang.) Meet Academic Rigor requirements: (Class of 2016)• Must receive credit in at least THREE advanced courses:

Advanced Algebra or higher, Chemistry, Physics or higher, AP/IB courses in core subjects, ACCEL, and Advanced World Language. *The complete list of classes are listed on www.Gacollege411.org

http://www.gacollege411.org/

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HOPE Key Points

All AP/IB/DE classes are unweightedAP/IB/DE have .50 quality points added

(nothing above a 4.0) Middle school credit is not calculated in

the HOPE GPAAll calculations are done by the Georgia

Student Finance Commission, and not by SFHS or Forsyth Co. Schools. (www.gsfc.org)

HOPE GPA is not rounded up, so 2.99 does not qualify.

http://www.gsfc.org/




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Zell Miller ScholarshipCovers 100% of tuition (based on Lottery Funds)• Requirements: Must meet all the requirements to be eligible for

the HOPE Scholarship, plus: Core GPA of 3.70+ 1,200 SAT (CR+MA) on a single test

administration or a 26 composite on the ACT

*A student named the valedictorian or salutatorian of his or her eligible high school is also eligible for the Zell Miller Scholarship, as long as the student has a minimum 3.0 HOPE GPA and meets all other requirements.

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All HOPE is Not Lost!

**Did you know that if your student graduates from high school with less than a 3.0 GPA, they can still earn HOPE once they enroll in college?

At 30, 60, or 90 hours, if a once ineligible student earns a 3.0+, they become HOPE eligible.

**This does not apply to Zell Miller. Students have to be eligible for Zell Miller upon graduating from high school, to receive the award at any point in college.


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HOPE GrantPays a percentage of tuition

at all Georgia Technical Colleges

Graduate from a Hope-eligible high school

NO GPA requirementMust maintain a 2.0 after enrolling

in college.

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Private Schools and HOPE

HOPE Scholarship (Enrolled Full-Time)

• $3,820 per year award

ZELL MILLER (Enrolled Full-Time)

• $4,000 per year award


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More Information on HOPE

View your HOPE average and Rigor Requirements

HOPE Rigor Requirements (listed on GA College411)

http://www.gsfc.org/main/publishing/pdf/2012/Course_List.pdf

Go to www.gacollege411.org and login to your account. Click on “Your HOPE GPA”

*We will be distributing this information during junior status meetings.

For Additional Information on HOPE

Contact Georgia Student Finance Commission (GSFC)

770-724-9000 or www.gsfc.org

http://www.gsfc.org/main/publishing/pdf/2012/Course_List.pdf



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Other Scholarship Options?**Always visit the financial aid page of the colleges of interest.

For other scholarship opportunities please visit the SFHS Counseling Scholarship Website, and other sites like:www.scholarships.comwww.fastweb.comwww.gacollege411.orgwww.gsfc.com www.atlantascholarships.com/www.fastweb.com/www.scholarships.com/www.zinch.com/freescholarship.com/

http://www.scholarships.com/

http://www.fastweb.com/


http://www.gsfc.com/

http://www.atlantascholarships.com/

http://www.atlantascholarships.com/





http://www.zinch.com/

http://www.zinch.com/

http://freescholarship.com/

http://freescholarship.com/

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NCAA Initial-Eligibility Clearinghouse

If you are planning on participating in intercollegiate athletics at an NCAA Division I or II institution you must register with the NCAA Initial-Eligibility Clearinghouse

Access the registration materials by visiting the NCAA website

www.eligibilitycenter.org When taking the SAT/ACT, enter 9999 for scores to be sent to NCAA

Students and parents are responsible for determining NCAA eligibility to Division I and Division II schools

Counselor’s are neither responsible nor allowed to determine eligibility

http://www.eligibilitycenter.org/

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Anticipate Your Senior Schedule

Figure out you senior schedule• Research classes by talking to teachers and other

students to find out expectations• Don’t bite off more than you can chew• Research college admissions requirements to find

out if you need to add a class to your senior schedule

• Consider extracurricular and work activities• Consider Dual Enrollement• Consider HOPE!• Consider “Senioritis” (This disease is real!)**Remember, once we return in August there will be no schedule changes

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• Visit the Counseling Web Pages often!

• Use 4 college visits during junior & senior year (College Visitation Form)

• Students interested in playing college athletics must register with the NCAA Clearinghouse once your junior year courses & grades are available. www.eligibilitycenter.org

• Register for the SAT/ACT

• Come to your junior status meeting prepared!

• The more we get to know you, the more we can help you with your future!

Things to Remember

http://www.forsyth.k12.ga.us/site/Default.aspx?PageID=28571

http://www.eligibilitycenter.org/

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Questions

• Please go to the South Forsyth High School Webpage.

www.forsyth.k12.ga.us/sfhs

• Student Services

• Counseling

• 11th Grade

• Please complete the Parent Survey

Documents

Junior Parent Night