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Topic Graduation Requirements Senior Checklist Important Dates -PASOS, NACAC Important Dates -College Night, Financial Aid SAT Test Dates and Information ACT Test Dates and Information SAT/ACT Comparisons SAT Test Prep/Bigfuture Bright Futures Requirements Community Service for Bright Futures Hi-Tec Centers HCC Senior Timeline Scholarship Quick Reference Guide Scam Alerts & Financial Aid Info NAIA (National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics)

NCAA (National Collegiate Athletic Association) mySPOT Guidmii (Guide-Me) State University System Map Private Colleges & University System Map Helpful Websites Financial Aid Checklist Application Checklist

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Hillsborough County Public Schools GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS STUDENTS ENTERING 9TH GRADE IN THE 2011-2012 SCHOOL YEAR 24 CREDIT PROGRAM STANDARD DIPLOMA English Mathematics

Science

Social Studies Fine Arts Physical Education Reading World Language Electives Online/Virtual Course Minimum Graduation Credit Requirement ACCEL OPTION (18 CREDIT) Merit Designation Assessment GPA GPA Bonus Points

4 required English I, II, III, IV 4 required Including 1Algebra I or its equivalent and 2Geometry • Industry certifications that lead to college credit may substitute for up to two mathematics credits (except for Algebra I and Geometry). 3 required Including 3Biology 1 Two credits must have a laboratory component. • An industry certification that leads to college credit substitutes for up to one science credit (except for Biology I). • An identified rigorous Computer Science course with a related industry certification substitutes for up to one science credit (except for Biology I). 3 required World History, 4United States History, United States Government (.50 credit), and Economics (.50 credit) 1 required  In Fine or Performing Arts, Speech and Debate, or approved Practical Arts 1 required  HOPE .50 credit required Not required for graduation, but at least 2 credits in the same language are required for admission into four year colleges and universities 7.50 required  At least one course within the 24 credits required must be completed through online learning. 24 credits

SCHOLAR DESIGNATION (In Addition to 24 Credit Standard Diploma Requirements) 1 credit in Algebra II 1 credit in Statistics or equally rigorous mathematics course Pass Biology I End of Course (EOC) exam 1 credit in Chemistry or Physics 1 credit in a course equally rigorous to Chemistry or Physics

Pass United States History EOC

Two credits in the same world language

24 Credits One credit (in any subject area) must be in Advanced Placement, AICE, dual enrollment, or International Baccalaureate. Three elective credits instead of 7.5; Physical Education is not required; Online/Virtual Course not required. All other graduation requirements for a 24-credit standard diploma must be met (per Florida Statutes). In addition to the 24-credit standard diploma requirements, students pursuing merit designation must attain one or more industry certifications from list established. Must pass Grade 10 FCAT 2.0 reading (or earn concordant ACT or SAT score) and 1Algebra 1 EOC exam (or earn comparative PERT score) 2.0 on a 4.0 scale (unweighted state GPA) .04 Points per .50 honors credit (final grade must be C or above) .08 Points for Dual Enrollment and AP per .50 credit (final grade must be C or above)

Students enrolled in 1Algebra I, 2Geometry, Algebra II, 3Biology I, and/or 4United States History must take the respective EOC exam, and it will constitute 30% of the student's final course grade.

 Elective credit details for Bright Futures Scholarships - go to www.floridastudentfinancialaid.org.  Two credits of JROTC can substitute for HOPE and Performing Fine Arts.  A student is exempt from Biology I or United States History assessment if enrolled in AP, IB, or AICE Biology I or United States History course and takes the respective AP, IB, or AICE assessment and earns the minimum score to earn college credit.

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Senior Checklist August

December

Attend senior meetings at your high school Sign up for SAT/ACT testing Sign up for SAT/ACT prep courses Gather application information Gather letters of recommendation Start college applications Start essays for college applications Apply for scholarships

Complete and submit application materials Apply for scholarships Attend a Financial Aid Meeting

January Attend Pasos al Futuro – College and Financial Aid Meeting (in Spanish) Complete and submit application materials Apply for scholarships Attend a Financial Aid Meeting Apply for financial aid (FAFSA)

September Attend senior meetings at your high school Check EDSBY weekly (throughout the year) Apply for scholarships Complete and submit application materials Attend a College Night

February / March Attend NACAC College Fair at the Convention Center Attend Pasos al Futuro – College and Financial Aid Meeting (in Spanish) Apply for housing Apply for scholarships

October Attend a College Night Attend Pasos al Futuro – College and Financial Aid Meeting (in Spanish) Complete and submit application materials Apply for scholarships Visit colleges

April Schedule college orientation sessions Review financial aid packages Apply for scholarships

November

May

Attend Pasos al Futuro – College and Financial Aid Meeting (in Spanish) Complete and submit application materials Apply for scholarships Apply for Bright Futures Scholarship Apply for Hillsborough Education Foundation scholarships HEF Strides for Scholarships (November 1st)

Commit to the college that you will attend Schedule/attend college orientation sessions Pay deposits Apply for scholarships

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PASOS AL FUTURO

PROGRAMA PRESENTADO EN ESPAÑOL AT 6:00 PM October 4, 2014

(Saturday 8:30am) Jefferson High School 4401 Cypress Street Tampa, Florida 33607

October 9, 2014

Lennard High School 2002 E. Shell Point Rd Ruskin, Florida 33570

October 23, 2014

Other Important Dates

January 31, 2015

(Saturday 8:30 am) Wharton High School 20150 Bruce B. Downs Tampa, Florida 33647

February 19, 2015

Strawberry Crest High School 4691 Gallagher Road Dover, Florida 33527

March 5, 2015

Alonso High School 8302 Montague Street Tampa, Florida 33635

Leto High School 4409 W. Sligh Avenue Tampa, Florida 33614

November 6, 2014

March 26, 2015

Gaither High School 16200 N. Dale Mabry Hwy Tampa, Florida 33618

Spoto High School 8538 Eagle Palm Drive Riverview, Florida 33578

November 20, 2014

Performing and Visual Arts College Fair Sponsored by NACAC September 30, 2014 7:00 - 9:00 PM Dillard Center for the Arts Fort Lauderdale, FL

Military Career Night October 16, 2014 6:00 pm Tampa Bay Tech Academy Day

October 18, 2014 9:00am-12:00 pm MacDill Air Force Base Tampa, FL

National College Fair Sponsored by NACAC

Plant City High School One Raider Place Plant City, Florida 33563

March 1, 2015 12:00-3:00 pm Tampa Convention Center

Florida HBCU Alliance College Fair and Decision Day Date to be announced 8:00am-2:00 pm Blake High School

All sessions will be held in the school auditorium

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DISTRICT COLLEGE AND CAREER FINANCIAL AID MEETINGS

COLLEGE NIGHTS 6:00 PM

6:00-8:00 PM Auditorium

. December 18, 2014

Monday, September 29, 2014 Sickles High School 7950 Gunn Highway Tampa, Florida 33626 (813) 631-4742

Alonso High School 8302 Montague Street Tampa, Florida 33635

January 12, 2015

Tuesday, September 30, 2014 Plant High School 2415 S. Himes Avenue Tampa, Florida 33629 (813) 272-3033

January 27, 2015

Jefferson High School 4401 Cypress Street Tampa, Florida 33607

January 13, 2015

January 29, 2015

January 15, 2015

Riverview High School 11311 Boyette Rd Riverview, Florida 33569

Thursday, October 2, 2014 Brandon High School 1101 Victoria Street Brandon, Florida 33510 (813) 744-8120

Brandon High School 1101 Victoria Street Brandon, Florida 33510

Plant City High School One Raider Place Plant City, Florida 33563

Freedom High School 17410 Commerce Park Blvd Tampa, Florida 33647

Wednesday, October 1, 2014 Chamberlain High School 9401 N. Boulevard Tampa, Florida 33612 (813) 975-7677

January 22, 2015

Gaither High School 16200 N. Dale Mabry Hwy. Tampa, Florida 33618

February 3, 2015

Hillsborough High School 5000 Central Avenue Tampa, Florida 33603

All sessions will be held in the school auditorium. Find out information on how to complete the * FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) as well as other financial aid opportunities.

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Division of Student Services Guidance Services

For College Admissions/Scholarships

1290: Florida Academic Scholars Award (FAS) (Critical Reading/Math) 1170: Florida Medallion Scholars Award (FMS) (Critical Reading/Math) 440: Critical Reading 440: Math: Florida Gold Seal Vocational Scholars Award (GSV)

SAT REGISTRATION Online: www.collegeboard.org Phone: 1-866-756-7346 Cost: $52.50 Additional $28.00 for late registration Free or reduced lunch students are eligible for fee waivers Visit your Guidance Dept. for information

TEST DATES & LOCATIONS October 11 : (Registration Deadline (9/12/14) Alonso Hillsborough Robinson Armwood Lennard Sickles Bloomingdale Leto Strawberry Crest Brandon Middleton Tampa Bay Tech Durant Plant USF East Bay Plant City Wharton Freedom Riverview November 8: (Registration Deadline 10/09/14) Alonso Freedom Riverview Armwood Hillsborough Robinson Blake Jefferson Spoto Bloomingdale Lennard Steinbrenner Brandon Middleton Tampa Bay Tech Chamberlain Newsome USF Durant Plant Wharton East Bay December 6: (Registration Deadline 11/06/14) Alonso Freedom Plant Armwood Gaither Plant City Blake Hillsborough Riverview Bloomingdale King Robinson Brandon Lennard Sickles Chamberlain Leto Tampa Bay Tech Durant Middleton Wharton East Bay Newsome January 24: (Registration Deadline 12/29/14) Alonso East Bay Plant Armwood Freedom Plant City Blake Gaither Riverview Bloomingdale Hillsborough Robinson Brandon Lennard Sickles Chamberlain Leto Strawberry Crest Durant Newsome USF Wharton March 14: (Registration Deadline 2/13/15) Alonso Freedom Plant Blake Hillsborough Robinson Bloomingdale Lennard Tampa Bay Tech Brandon Leto USF Chamberlain Middleton Durant May 02: (Registration Deadline 4/06/15) Alonso Hillsborough Riverview Armwood Jefferson Robinson Blake King Sickles Bloomingdale Lennard Spoto Brandon Leto Steinbrenner Chamberlain Middleton Tampa Bay Tech Durant Newsome Wharton East Bay Plant Freedom Plant City June 6: (Registration Deadline 5/08/15) Alonso East Bay Riverview Armwood Freedom Robinson Blake Hillsborough Spoto Bloomingdale Lennard Tampa Bay Tech Brandon Middleton USF Chamberlain Plant Wharton Durant Plant City

ACT/SAT SCHOOL

TEST CODE

High School Codes (CEEB)

Alonso

10-696

101714

Armwood

10-610

101596

Blake

10-653

101750

Bloomingdale

10-706

101778

Brandon

10-140

100150

Chamberlain

10-660

101692

Durant

10-561

101423

East Bay

10-269

101880

Freedom

10-659

101771

Gaither

10-663

101738

Hillsborough

10-668

101705

Jefferson

10-671

101710

King

10-666

101717

Liberty Middle

10-698

NA

Lennard

10-695

102061

Leto

10-672

101718

Middleton

10-988

101765

Newsome

10-699

100957

Plant

10-670

101700

Plant City

10-560

101420

Riverview

10-581

101528

Robinson

10-675

101728

Sickles

10-667

101752

Spoto

10-693

102059

Steinbrenner

10-236

102192

Strawberry Crest

10-647

102193

Tampa Bay Tech

10-679

101732

Wharton

10-673

101751

HCC-Dale Mabry

10-664

HCC SouthShore

10-676

USF

10-685

Photo I.D. and admission ticket required on test day Test/date locations subject to change

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Division of Student Services Guidance Services

29:

Florida Academic Scholars Award (FAS)

26:

Florida Medallion Scholars Award (FMS)

17:

Eng/17 Read/18 Math/19: Florida Gold Seal Vocational Scholars Award (GSV)

For College Admissions/Scholarships ACT REGISTRATION Online: www.actstudent.org Phone: 1-319-337-1270 Cost: $38.00 No Writing $54.50 Plus Writing Additional $24.00 for late registration Free or reduced lunch students are eligible for fee waivers Visit your Guidance Dept. for information

TEST DATES/LOCATIONS September 13: (Registration Deadline 8/08/14) Armwood Hillsborough Riverview Brandon HCC-SS Robinson Durant Newsome USF Freedom Plant Wharton October 25: (Registration Deadline 9/19/14) Armwood Hillsborough Plant City Blake Jefferson Robinson Bloomingdale King Sickles Brandon Lennard Spoto Chamberlain Leto Tampa Bay Tech Durant Middleton USF Freedom Newsome Wharton Gaither Plant HCC-SS December 13: (Registration Deadline 11/07/14) Alonso* HCC-SS Riverview Armwood Hillsborough Robinson Blake Lennard Spoto Brandon Leto Steinbrenner Chamberlain Middleton Strawberry Crest Durant Newsome Tampa Bay Tech East Bay Plant Freedom Plant City February 07: (Registration Deadline 1/09/15) Alonso* Freedom Robinson Armwood HCC-SS Sickles Blake Hillsborough Strawberry Crest Bloomingdale Lennard Tampa Bay Tech Brandon Plant USF Chamberlain Plant City Wharton Durant Riverview April 18: (Registration Deadline 3/13/15) Alonso* Hillsborough Plant City Armwood Jefferson Riverview Blake Lennard Robinson Bloomingdale Leto Steinbrenner Brandon Middleton Tampa Bay Tech Durant Newsome USF Freedom Plant HCC-SS June 13: (Registration Deadline 5/08/15) Alonso* Freedom Spoto Armwood HCC-SS Tampa Bay Tech Blake Hillsborough USF Brandon Lennard Chamberlain Middleton Durant Plant Sunday Test Dates Brandon High School Only 10/26/14, 12/14/14, 4/19/15, 6/14/15

* Pending- please check website for updated information

ACT/SAT SCHOOL

TEST CODE

High School Codes (CEEB)

Alonso

212060

101714

Armwood

208290

101596

Blake

207010

101750

Bloomingdale

164980

101778

Brandon

196770

100150

Chamberlain

186500

101692

Durant

207190

101423

East Bay

207290

101880

Freedom

213170

101771

Gaither

154740

101738

Hillsborough

206490

101705

Jefferson

207560

101710

King

207300

101717

Lennard

233630

102061

Leto

207040

101718

Middleton

213490

101765

Newsome

218890

100957

Plant

197470

101700

Plant City

209110

101420

Riverview

206950

101528

Robinson

201400

101728

Sickles

206820

101752

Spoto

228480

102059

Steinbrenner

232770

102192

Strawberry Crest

231080

102193

Tampa Bay Tech

206920

101732

Wharton

207980

101751

HCC-Dale Mabry

063940

HCC SouthShore

228430

USF

007610

Photo I.D. and admission ticket required on test day Test/date locations subject to change

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Division of Student Services Guidance Services

SAT/ACT COMPARISONS SAT ACT Cost: $52.50 (per test) includes writing test, additional $28.00 for late registration

Cost: $38.00 (per test) $54.50 Plus Writing $24.00 for late reg.

General Information

General Information

Non-multiple choice questions included Guessing penalty Questions go from easy to hard in most sections Measures academic achievement in Critical Reading, Mathematics and Writing Testing Time Approximately 3 hours & 45 minutes

Entirely multiple choice No guessing penalty Easy & hard questions mixed within sections Measures academic achievement in English, Reading, Science (plus optional writing test) Testing Time Approximately 3 hours (3 hours & 45 minutes including writing test)

Test Contents

Test Contents

CRITICAL READING Critical Reading Sentence Level Reading

ENGLISH Usage/Mechanics (Punctuation, Grammar & Sentence Structure) Rhetorical Skills (Strategy, & Style)

MATHEMATICS Number & Operations Algebra I, II, & Functions Geometry Statistics, Probability & Data Analysis

MATHEMATICS Pre-Algebra, Elementary Algebra, Intermediate Algebra, Geometry (Coordinate &Plane), Trigonometry

WRITING Multiple Choice Grammar Usage

READING Humanities, Natural Science, Prose Fiction, Social Studies SCIENCE Includes Biology, Chemistry, Physics, & Earth/Space sciences WRITING (optional) A student’s scores on the Writing Test have no effect on the score of any ACT Assessment Test or the Composite.

Writing Skills

Scoring Critical Reading Mathematics Writing Maximum Score

Scoring 200 – 800 200 – 800 200 – 800 2400

English Mathematics Reading Science Maximum Score

1 – 36 1 – 36 1 – 36 1 – 36 1 – 36

Writing (Optional): Two scores reported Combined English/Writing Score 1 – 36

Writing test subscore 2 - 12

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Prepare for the SAT HOW TO REGISTER FOR THE OFFICIAL SAT ONLINE COURSE 1. Go to: collegeboard.com/satonlinecourseschool

2. In the “Students” box, click on “Register Now.” In the “School Code” box on the right, enter your high school CEEB code. 3. Use your collegeboard.org login to sign in or create a new account.

Prepare for the ACT If you would like to register for the Official ACT Online Course, please see your Guidance Counselor.

Plan for College

https://bigfuture.collegeboard.org/

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Bright Futures Scholarship Requirements for 2015 Graduates

The Florida Bright Futures Scholarship Program’s purpose is to reward students for their academic achievements during high school by providing funding to attend postsecondary education in Florida. Florida Academic Scholar (FAS) and Florida Medallion Scholar (FMS) Awards Requirements include the following: •

16 credits of college preparatory academic courses - 4 English (3 with substantial writing) - 4 Mathematics (Algebra 1 level and above) - 3 Natural Science (2 with substantial lab) - 3 Social Science - 2 World language (sequential, in the same language)

•

FAS 3.5 weighted GPA in the above courses, 100 community service hours, and a best composite score of 1290 on the SAT (based on combined Critical Reading and Math sections only) or 29 on the ACT (excluding the writing section) to be a Florida Academic Scholar

•

FMS 3.0 weighted GPA in the above courses, 75 community service hours, and a minimum score of 1170 on the SAT (based on combined Critical Reading and Math sections only) or 26 on the ACT (excluding the writing section) to be a Florida Medallion Scholar

Up to 2 additional credits from courses in the academic areas listed above from the student’s high school transcript may be used to raise their Bright Futures GPA.

Test Score Requirements for Bright Futures Academic Scholar Medallion Scholar YEAR

SAT

ACT

SAT

ACT

2015

1290

29

1170

26

Gold Seal Vocational Scholars (GSV) Award Requirements include the following: •

16 core credits required for high school graduation - 4 English - 4 Mathematics (including Algebra 1) - 3 Natural Science - 3 Social Science (U.S. History, World History, U.S. Government, and Economics) - 1 Fine OR identified Practical Art; OR .5 credit in each - 1 Physical Education (to include integration of health)

•

3.0 weighted GPA in the core credits required for graduation*

•

A minimum of 3 career and technical education credits in 1 vocational program taken over at least 2 academic years with an unweighted 3.5 GPA in those courses

•

Test Scores – Students must earn the minimum score listed below on each section of the PERT, SAT, or ACT (test sections cannot be combined) - PERT: Reading 106/Writing 103/Math 114 - SAT: Reading 440/Math 440 (Information at http://www.collegeboard.org) - ACT: English 17/Reading 19/Math 19 (Information at http://www.act.org)

•

30 community service hours

* College or career preparatory diplomas may be used to qualify for GSV, with appropriate career and technical education electives. •

GSV awards may only be used at postsecondary institutions that offer an applied technology diploma, technical degree education program (associate in applied science or associate in science), or a career certificate program. 

Community Service hours must be completed and submitted to the high school by the school’s graduation date. No exceptions.

For other ways to qualify for Bright Futures and for more information, visit http://www.floridastudentfinancialaid.org/ssfad/bf/. For other financial aid information, visit the Office of Student Financial Assistance at http:/www.FloridaStudentFinancialAid.org.

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Community Service Florida Academic Scholars Award, Florida Medallion Award, Gold Seal Vocational Award Bright Futures To access an award through the Bright Futures Program, a student must complete a program of community service work, as approved by the school, which will require the student to identify a social problem that interests him or her, develop a plan for his or her personal involvement in addressing the problem, and through papers or other presentations, evaluate and reflect upon his or her experience. (Florida Statute 1009.534) Community Service is defined as identifying and addressing a social issue in the community. This requires students to look beyond themselves and reach out to an issue faced by our society today (i.e. poverty, abuse, elderly citizen, homelessness). These hours will meet the requirement for the Florida Bright Futures Award Program. Volunteer Service is defined as assisting where needed and does not necessarily address a social issue. Although these hours are not recorded on the transcript, students can keep a log of these activities for use when applying for college, job applications, awards and scholarships other than Bright Futures.

Florida Academic Scholars - 100 hours of community service Florida Medallion Scholars - 75 hours of community service Florida Gold Seal Vocational - 30 hours of community service  Students must complete a Community Service Proposal Form and submit it for approval to the Community Service Designee at the school site prior to beginning the service.  Students must reflect on their experience using the designated form at the conclusion of the project.  Students should keep copies of all documentation that is submitted to the schools.  Projects done during the summer before beginning 9th grade will be considered if a proposal is submitted and approved by the high school the student plans to attend.  Students must perform the service during non-school hours.  Fundraising may count as community service if all funds raised are donated to address a social issue in the community.  Service-Learning projects may count as community service if preapproved by the Community Service Designee.  All community service hour documentation MUST be submitted by the school’s graduation date. Any community service hours submitted after the graduation date even if earned prior to graduation will not be accepted. No Exceptions.

Hours That Are Not Acceptable         

Family related activities. Hours that are compensated either financially or with some other material benefit. Court mandated community service. Service for the sole benefit of a religious house of worship and/or its congregation. Service for promoting a political candidate. Co-curricular activities that are course requirements. An activity where there is no leader or responsible adult on site to evaluate and confirm student performance. Donations (ex. blood, Locks of Love) Hours submitted after graduation.

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HILLSBOROUGH TECHNICAL EDUCATION CENTERS

HiTEC.mysdhc.org

813-231-1907

APARICIO-LEVY (ALTC) goaltc.com

WORKFORCE TRAINING FOR ADULTS LENGTH OF STUDY ALTC BTC ETC LTC AGRIBUSINESS 10 months Landscape Management l 8 months Veterinary Assisting l BUSINESS & MARKETING MANAGEMENT 9-10 months Accounting Operations l l 11-12 months Administrative Office Specialist l 9 months Industrial Distribution and Logistics l Mgmt. 12 months Interior Decorating Services l 12 months Medical Administrative Specialist l MultiMedia Design

8 months

Nonprofit Marketing

BREWSTER (BTC) brewster.edu ERWIN (ETC) erwin.edu LEAREY (LTC) learey.edu

Visit

http://LYNX.mysdhc.org for an up-to-date listing of programs, enrollment dates, and times.

3-4 months

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6 months

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Evening-10 months

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7 weeks

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HEALTH SCIENCE BioMedical Technician Dental Assisting Technology & Mgmt. Electroneurodiagnostic Technology (END) Emergency Medical Technician-ATD Massage Therapy Medical Assisting Medical Clinical Laboratory Technician -ATD Medical Coder/Biller-ATD Nursing Assistant (CNA) Patient Care Technician Pharmacy Technician Phlebotomy Practical Nursing (LPN) Surgical Technology Unit Treatment & Rehabilitation-ATD

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WORKFORCE TRAINING FOR ADULTS

HILLSBOROUGH TECHNICAL EDUCATION CENTERS APARICIO-LEVY (ALTC) goaltc.com BREWSTER (BTC) brewster.edu ERWIN (ETC) erwin.edu LEAREY (LTC) learey.edu

Visit

http://LYNX.mysdhc.org for an up-to-date listing of programs, enrollment dates, and times.

LENGTH OF STUDY

HOSPITALITY & TOURISM

Commercial Foods & Culinary Arts Lodging Operations

ALTC BTC ETC LTC

14 months 4 months

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HUMAN SERVICES 19 months Barbering Day-14 months Cosmetology Evening-13 months TECHNOLOGY MANUFACTURING & TRADE INDUSTRIAL Day-15 months A.C., Refrigeration & Heating Evening-24 months Technology 19-21 months Automotive Service Technology l 11 months BioMedical Technician l 12 months Building Construction Technologies 14 months Carpentry 9 months Industrial Distribution & Logistics l Management 17 months Drafting 14 months Electricity 11 months Industrial Machinery Maintenance & l Repair 10 months Landscape Management l 11 months Plumbing Technology 7 months Solar Photovoltaic System Design, Installation & Maintenance 13 months Welding, Applied INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY 10 months Computer Systems & Information l Technology (CSIT) 8 months Cybersecurity, Applied l 9 months PC Support Services l 17 months Wireless Telecommuncations PUBLIC SERVICE Day-4 months Emergency Medical Technician-ATD Evening-6 months Day-4 months Fire Fighter Evening-6 months

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HiTEC Campuses located in Tampa, FL Erwin Technical Center

Aparicio-Levy Technical Center

Learey Technical Center

Brewster Technical Center

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High School Senior Timeline January •

Apply to Hillsborough Community College. Dual Enrollment students need to submit an

•

updated application which is available at www.hccfl.edu/ssem/admissions/apply-online.aspx. Apply for Financial Aid by completing the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid). Priority deadline for fall is May 15. HCC’s school code is 007870. Students who complete the FAFSA early have access to more sources of aid.

•

Make sure Florida residency information is complete. Parents, most of you will be the “claimant” and must enter 2 forms of Florida identification (issue date 12 months and 1 day prior to submitting application) for your student to be granted residency status. January – May

•

Meet with an Academic Advisor to obtain a placement test referral or waiver, and to discuss the programs available at HCC. Bring a copy of SAT/ACT test scores with you if possible. Learn

•

more

about

Academic

Advising

at

www.hccfl.edu/dm/student-

services/advising.aspx. Take one of the following placement tests: SAT: Score at least 440 Verbal, 440 Math ACT: Score at least 18 Reading, 17 English, 19 Math

•

PERT: Score at least 106 Reading, 103 English, 114 Math Submit SAT/ACT test scores. Test scores may be submitted in one of the following ways: (1) via student copy from SAT or the College Board, (2) from high school guidance department directly to HCC or (3) on official high school transcript. NOTE: High schools in Hillsborough County do not automatically print ACT and SAT scores on transcripts - request that your registrar do so if you are using ACT or SAT for placement purposes. April - June

•

Research and apply for scholarships. Scholarship information is provided in several ways: (1) high school guidance office, (2) HCC's Financial Aid Department, (3) a scholarship knowledgeable counselor or advisor at HCC, and (4) many community groups. You may access the HCC Scholarship Book. Some scholarships require students to submit the FAFSA, others do not. Not all scholarships are academic or athletic based. Check frequently.

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Attend New Student Orientation. Student signs up for orientation in person at the campus Testing Center. Register for classes. Student completes registration on own at the conclusion of orientation using HAWKNET, the College’s online registration system. Be aware of tuition payment deadlines. Refer to our calendar dates. Student will be de-registered from his/her classes if tuition is not paid on time. Apply to the Honors Institute if interested and meet the admission criteria. Visit the Honors Institute website at www.hccfl.edu/Honors.aspx for information or email Lauren Furry at [email protected]. June

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Submit official high school transcript. Student requests from high school registrar or guidance office. Transcripts are generally sent electronically after graduation. NOTE: Students applying for financial aid (grants, loans and/or scholarships) must have official high school transcript with graduation seal on file with HCC in order to be awarded. July

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Check on the status of Bright Futures funds if applicable. Bright Futures scholars must identify HCC as their institution of choice. HCC's school code for Bright Futures is 292. Student should visit the Financial Aid Office to make sure award is activated, as well as receive a tuition deferment to secure the payment of classes. Recipients may expect to receive their awards within 3 weeks from the term's drop/add date.

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August Present Florida Prepaid card to the campus Bursar Office to pay for classes. This card is

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issued by the state and sent to the student after high school graduation. Call 1.800.552.4723 for clarification or additional assistance. Walk your schedule. Know which building your classes are located, where to park and how much travel time to allow before the first day. Do not procrastinate! Students who register by June 30 usually have the best selection of classes.

Notes: Prospective students with special needs requiring accommodations must self-identify. Visit this web site - www.hccfl.edu/ssem/disabilities.aspx. Individuals interested in housing should check out Hawks Landing Apartment Complex at www.hccstudenthousing.com.

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1. Start searching for scholarships as soon as possible. Don't wait until the spring of your senior year in high school to start searching, or you'll miss half the deadlines. There are many scholarships available to students in grades K-11, not just high school seniors. Continue searching for scholarships even after you are enrolled in college.

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2. Use a free scholarship matching service like Fastweb.com. The Fastweb database is updated daily and the site will email you notifications of new scholarships that match your personal background profile. 3. Answer all of the optional questions on a scholarship matching web site for about twice as many matches. 4. Look for local scholarships on bulletin boards near the guidance counselor or financial aid offices, or the library's jobs and careers section. Also look in the coupon section of the Sunday newspaper. Improve grades for more matches. 5. To win more scholarships, apply to every scholarship for which you are eligible. It's a numbers game. Even among talented students, winning involves a bit of luck, not just skill. Pursue less competitive scholarships, such as small awards and essay contests. They are easier to win and help you win bigger scholarships. You can't win if you don't apply. It gets easier after your first 6 applications. Essays can be reused and tailored to each new application.

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Common Scholarship Application Mistakes • Missing deadlines • Failing to proofread the application • Failing to follow directions, especially regarding essay length and the number of recommendations • Omitting required information • Applying for an award when you don't qualify • Failing to apply for an award for which you are eligible • Failing to tailor the application to the sponsor • Writing a boring essay • Writing an essay that may offend the reviewer • Including exaggerations or lies on your application

6. Don't miss deadlines. Use checklists to get organized. 7. Tailor your application to the sponsor's goals. Read and follow the instructions carefully. 8. If you have difficulty writing essays, record yourself as you answer the question out loud and transcribe the recording. Most people think and speak faster than they can write or type. Write an outline afterward to organize your thoughts. 9. Personalize your essay and be passionate. Write about something of interest to you. Make your application stand out from the crowd. Talk about your impact on other people. Give examples and be specific.

Beware of Scholarship Scams

10. Google your name to ensure that you have a professional online presence. Use a clean email address, such as [email protected]. Review your Facebook account, removing inappropriate and immature material.

• If you have to pay money to get money, it’s probably a scam. • Never invest more than a postage stamp to get information about scholarships or to apply for a scholarship. • Nobody can guarantee that you’ll win a scholarship. • Do not give out personal information like bank account, credit card or Social Security numbers. • Beware of the unclaimed aid myth. The only money that goes unclaimed is money that can’t be claimed.

11. Proofread a printed copy of your essay and the application for spelling and grammar errors. 12. Make a photocopy of your application before mailing it. Send the application by certified mail, return receipt requested or with delivery confirmation.

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Scam Alerts & Financial Aid Information Scam Alert: If you encounter one of these scenarios do not pursue that avenue for college assistance.  The scholarship is guaranteed or your money back.  You are told, “You cannot get this information anywhere else”, Trust me, You can!  Do NOT give your credit card information or bank account number to hold a scholarship EVER!  You hear, “We will do all the work for you”.  The scholarship costs money.  Do not believe, you were selected by a “National Foundation” to receive a scholarship or “ You are a finalist in a contest” that you did not enter.  You get an appointment time to see someone that you did not set.

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First and foremost, FAFSA means FREE Application for Federal Student Aid. You do NOT need to pay to fill out this form. Make sure you go to www.fafsa.ed.gov to compete the application. When do you apply? • If you plan on attending college during Summer Sessions (before June 30), Apply Now! • If you plan on attending college during Fall Session, apply after January 1st of your senior year. • Free money is available. Remember! First come first served! Apply as soon as possible. Eligibility is determined on a yearly basis. You must apply every year. Information to know before you apply. • Social Security numbers for you and your parent/guardian. • Have tax information for you and your parent/guardian accessible. Application process. • Gather tax information. • Apply for PIN numbers for you and your parent/guardian. • Fill out applications. Online applications take approx. 2 weeks to process; paper applications take approx. 4 to 6 weeks to process. • Make sure you record the colleges you would like your information to go to. • After submitting your application you will receive a Student Aid Report (SAR). Review this report Carefully! Make a copy for your records before sending it back. • You will then receive information from the colleges specifying which programs you qualify for. Terms to know: • EFC or Expected Family Contribution. This amount is what they feel your family can afford to pay towards your college education. • Cost of Attendance is the amount the college has allotted for tuition, other fees, room and board, books, supplies, and transportation. Types of Aid FAFSA covers: • Direct Loans: Unsubsidized (interest starts accruing while attending college), Subsidized (interest starts accruing 6 months after attending college). These loans have low interest rates. • Perkins Loans: These loans have low interest rates. • PLUS loan for parents. • Federal Work Study Program (work while going to school). • Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant. • Pell Grants. Financial aid is mainly need based but everyone is encouraged to apply.

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NAIA (National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics) The National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics is a governing body of small athletic programs that are dedicated to character-driven intercollegiate athletics.

NAIA Eligibility Center at PlayNAIA.org determines eligibility of all first-time NAIA student-athletes The NAIA Eligibility Center, at PlayNAIA.org, is responsible for determining the NAIA eligibility of first-time student-athletes. Students must have their eligibility determined by the NAIA Eligibility Center, and all NAIA schools are bound by the center’s decisions. Every student interested in playing sports at NAIA colleges for the first time needs to register online with the NAIA Eligibility Center. This applies to high school seniors and transfers from both two- and four-year colleges. What information will I need to provide? You’ll create a personal profile with the basic facts about your academic history and sports participation to date.

Do I meet the freshman eligibility requirements? If you will graduate from a U.S. high school this spring and enroll in college this coming fall, the requirements are simple. An entering freshman must:  Be a graduate of an accredited high school or be accepted as a regular student in good standing as defined by the enrolling institution and  Meet two of the three following requirements. If as an entering freshman you do not meet at least two of the three standards, you cannot participate in athletics for the first full year of attendance (2 semesters, 3 quarters, or equivalent).

You’ll need your current contact information, previous residences and addresses, high schools attended and history of your sports participation during and after high school graduation.  When you register for the ACT or SAT, include the NAIA Eligibility Center (9876) on the list of places test scores should be sent.  Ask your high school counselors to send the NAIA Eligibility Center a final official transcript that verifies high school graduation, class rank and cumulative grade point average. 

MUST MEET TWO OF THREE 2. HIGH SCHOOL GPA REQUIREMENT

1. Achieve a minimum of 18 on the ACT or 860 on the SAT.

2. Achieve a minimum overall high school grade point average of 2.0 on a 4.0 scale

Tests must be taken on a state, national or international testing date; scores must be achieved on a single test. The SAT must be achieved on the Critical Reading and Math sections only. The Writing score cannot be used. You must pass the standardized test prior to the term in which you want to participate in athletics. When registering for the tests, students should indicate the NAIA code “9876” to have their scores sent directly to the NAIA Eligibility Center.

The NAIA accepts the grade point average determined by the high school, provided it is recorded and awarded in the same manner as for every other student at the school

3. CLASS RANK REQUIREMENT What are the costs? 3. Graduate in the Registration for students from the U.S. and Canada is top half of your $70. Transfer students pay $90. This is a one-time high school class. nonrefundable registration fee and includes all services of the NAIA Eligibility Center. The registration fee will be waived for students with demonstrated need. If you receive a fee waiver for the If a student’s class ACT or SAT test or qualify for the federal free or reducedrank does not cost lunch program, contact your high school counselor, appear on the who can provide confirmation of your eligibility for a fee transcript, a signed waiver to the NAIA Eligibility Center. letter from the

principal or headmaster, written on the school’s letterhead and with the school’s official seal, stating the student’s final class rank position or percent may be submitted.

Do I need to register with the NAIA Eligibility Center if I’m registering with the NCAA? Determining if you meet eligibility requirements for NAIA eligibility is separate from NCAA eligibility certification. The NAIA and NCAA are two separate associations, with two different sets of rules and certification processes.

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NCAA (National Collegiate Athletic Association) Steps to Achieving your Eligibility: Senior Year

My Sport: Select the sport(s) you plan to participate in at an NCAA Division I or II college or university. The NCAA Eligibility Center will also ask about the nonscholastic and/or club teams you have been on and events you have participated in during your high school career. Payment: Your account will be eligible for processing once the registration fee has been paid (or submission of a fee waiver if you have been granted a waiver). You must pay online by debit, credit card or e-check. Effective September 1, 2014, the registration fee will increase to $75 for U.S., U.S. Territories and Canadian students. You are eligible for a waiver of the registration fee only if you have already received a waiver of the SAT or ACT fee (this is not the same as a U.S. state voucher). You must have an authorized high school official submit your fee waiver documentation online after you have completed your registration. If you have not yet been granted a fee waiver by SAT or ACT, you are not yet eligible for a waiver of the NCAA Eligibility Center registration fee.

• Take the ACT and/or SAT again, if necessary. The NCAA Eligibility Center will use the best scores from each section of the ACT or SAT to determine your best cumulative score. • Continue to take college-preparatory courses. • Check the courses you have taken to match your school’s List of NCAA Courses. • Continue to work hard to earn the best grades possible. • Graduate on time with your graduating class (eight semesters after starting year nine). • After graduation, ask your high school counselor to send your final official transcript to the NCAA Eligibility Center with proof of graduation. The NCAA Eligibility Center accepts transcripts electronically.

NCAA Eligibility Center Registration

Grade-Point Average

Online Registration: The NCAA Eligibility Center has designed a website with you, the student-athlete, in mind. This is where you will find the tools and information you need to begin your college experience as a student-athlete. To register with the NCAA Eligibility Center, go to www.eligibilitycenter.org and click the link to enter as an NCAA College-Bound Student-Athlete. To create an account, either click on the “New Account” button at the top right corner of the screen or the cell phone on the left side of the screen. Account Creation: Provide a valid email address to create an account and begin the registration process. Be sure you provide an email address that will be active even after you complete high school. About Me: In this section, enter some quick facts about your name, address, date of birth and gender. My Coursework: Enter the name and location of the high school you currently attend. If you have attended more than one school (including summer school) during grades nine, 10, 11 or 12, you will need to have that information ready as well. List all schools you previously attended. Make sure to include all schools, regardless of whether you received grades or credits. If you attended ninth grade at a junior high school located in the same school system in which you later attended high school, do not list the ninth-grade school. You must also include information about whether you took any nontraditional courses, including online or credit recovery.

Only courses that appear on your high school’s List of NCAA Courses will be used in the calculation of your core GPA. • NCAA Divisions I and II require 16 core courses. Division I • A Sliding Scale is used to match test scores and core GPAs. The Sliding Scale can be found at www.2point3.org or on Page No. 10 of the Guide for the College-Bound Student-Athlete found at www.eligibilitycenter.org. • Division II • The Division II core GPA requirement is a minimum of 2.000.

SAT and ACT Test Scores • Division I uses a Sliding Scale to match test scores and core GPA. • Division II requires a minimum SAT score of 820 or an ACT sum score of 68. • The SAT score used for NCAA purposes includes only the critical reading and math sections. The writing section of the SAT is not used. • The ACT sum score used for NCAA purposes is a sum of the following four sections: English, mathematics, reading and science.

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15. St. Thomas University (Miami) http://www.stu.edu

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Edward Waters College (Jacksonville) http://www.ewc.edu

16. Nova Southeastern University (Ft. Lauderdale) http://www.nova.edu

3. Jacksonville University (Jacksonville) http://www.ju.edu 4. Flagler College (St. Augustine) http://www.flagler.edu

17. Webber International University (Babson Park) http://www.webber.edu

5. Stetson University (Deland) http://www.stetson.edu

18. Ave Maria University (Ave Maria) http://www.avemaria.edu

6. Bethune Cookman University (Daytona) http://www.cookman.edu

19. University of Miami (Coral Gables) http://www.miami.edu

7. Embry Riddle Aeronautical University (Daytona) http://www.erau.edu

20. Warner University (Lake Wells) http://www.warner.edu 21. Ringling School of the Arts (Sarasota) http://www.ringling.edu

8. Florida Institute of Technology (Melbourne) http://www.fit.edu

22. Southeastern University (Lakeland) http://www.seu.edu

9. Northwood University (West Palm Beach) http://www.northwood.edu

23. Eckerd College (St. Petersburg) http://www.eckerd.edu

10. Palm Beach Atlantic (West Palm Beach) http://www.pba.edu

24. Florida Southern College (Lakeland) http://www.flsouthern.edu

11. Lynn University (Boca Raton) http://www.lynn.edu

25. University of Tampa (Tampa) http://www.ut.edu

12. Johnson and Wales University (N. Miami) http://www.jwu.edu

26. St. Leo University (Saint Leo) http://www.saintleo.edu

13. Florida Memorial University (Miami Gardens) http://www.fmuniv.edu

27. Rollins College (Winter Park) http://www.rollins.edu

14. Barry University (Miami Shores) http://www.barry.edu

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Websites to Know Entrance Exam Practice and Registration Sites: www.collegeboard.org (PSAT, SAT I, SAT II) www.act.org (ACT) www.number2.com College Information Sites: www.flvc.org www.collegeweeklive.com/ www.youniversitytv.com https://bigfuture.collegeboard.org/ www.firstgenerationstudent.com Essay Writing Sites: www.essayedge.com Financial Aid Information Sites: www.fafsa.ed.gov Caution: Do Not Use! www.fafsa.com www.studentaid.ed.gov www.floridastudentfinancialaid.org Scholarship Information Sites: www.fastweb.com www.floridastudentfinancialaid.org (Bright Future information) www.MyFloridaEducation.com/brfuture (more Bright Future information) www.scholarships.com www.wiredscholar.com www.freschinfo.com Career Sites: www.usajobs.com www.jobcore.com www.careerbuilder.com www.monster.com www.myflorida.com www.headhunter.com www.careershop.com Military Sites: www.military.gov www.airforce.gov www.army.gov www.coastguard.gov www.marines.gov www.navy.gov

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Recommended Completion

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Nov. - Jan. Jan. 1

Financial Aid Process Gather and Prepare Parent and Student Tax Information Student PIN and Parent PIN www.pin.ed.gov If you are a dependent student, a parent is also required to apply for a PIN. You are considered an independent if at the time you complete the FAFSA you are... 1) 24 years of age 2) Married 3) Orphan or ward of the court 4) A veteran of the armed forces 5) Active duty 6) have children/dependents whom you provide more than half their living expenses. 7) Someone who is homeless or at risk of becoming homeless (proof may be required)

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Apply Online www.fafsa.ed.gov Apply after January 1st for the academic school year that begins the next August. In order to fill out the FAFSA you will need your own and your parent(s) Federal Tax Return forms. Do not forget to put the school codes for all of the colleges you want to receive your FAFSA information.

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Follow up with Your Campus Financial Aid Office within 7 to 10 business days after submission of your FAFSA to determine what/if any additional documents are required or requested to be submitted in order to meet eligibility.

Mar. - May

Check your status of Financial Aid Awards You can access this information through your online college accounts generated after you have applied for admissions to the college or by calling the financial aid office.

Mar. - May

Complete, Sign, and Submit Required Financial Aid Documents Make sure you keep up with all financial aid documents your receive and send. Pay close attention to qualifications, guidelines, and deadlines.

May - June

Complete Loan Requirements Generally, colleges require you to complete request statements and loan counseling. Make sure you sign and submit your Master Promissory Note (MPN), are aware of loan guidelines, requirements, and deadlines.

May - June

Refund or Payment Preference Check with the individual colleges to see how you receive your refund. Generally, you will receive your refund via check by mail, electronic deposit, or through a college generated account or card.

Note: Make sure you keep in constant contact with the college financial aid office about your financial aid process.

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APPLICATION CHECKLIST College #1:

APPLICATION CHECKLIST

College #2:

Regular Deadline: Early App Deadline:

APPLICATION Apply Online Application Fee Sign Application Print app for records Confirm receipt of application

GRADES Request transcripts be sent (guidance office) Request midyear transcript if required

SCORES Send SAT scores at collegeboard.org Send SAT subject tests if required Send ACT scores at act.org

RECOMMENDATIONS (if required) Request teacher recommendation Request counselor recommendation Send thank you note/email for rec.

ESSAYS Write essay(s) Proofread essay(s) Have 2 people read essay(s)

FINANCIAL AID FORMS Submit FAFSA online after January 1st Submit supplemental forms/CSS form (if required) Submit Bright Futures app after Dec. 1st

AFTER APPLICATION IS SENT Receive admissions letter Give college your decision by May 1 Send deposit Submit housing application Send final transcript (This done at the end of the school year)

Use this checklist to help you stay on top of your application tasks and deadlines. Information found from the Collegeboard.

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College #3: