A Comprehensive Guide to Success at Bloomingdale High School
Explore a detailed guide to navigating Bloomingdale High School successfully, covering key topics such as graduation requirements, GPA, community service, and Bright Futures. Learn about academic resources, counseling department contacts, and essential requirements for achieving academic milestones. Get insights into the roles of school personnel, including the principal, assistant principals, academic and student success coaches, and support staff. Be informed about graduation criteria, credit expectations, and performance standards necessary for a fruitful high school journey at Bloomingdale.
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9thGrade Guide to Success Bloomingdale High School
School Counseling Department ROMINA MCEACHERN ROMINA MCEACHERN A-De Ext. 233 ELL Chair BENITA HOLMES BENITA HOLMES Di-H Ext. 234 CST Chair JOE MARTINO JOE MARTINO I-Me Ext. 257 Dept. Head MANDY RASCHKE MANDY RASCHKE Mi-Ros Ext 232 AP Chair JENNIFER YOUNG JENNIFER YOUNG Rot-Z Ext. 231 Access Chair MINDY EDGEMAN MINDY EDGEMAN College & Career Counselor Ext. 293
Resources at Bloomingdale Principal Ms. Burkett Assistant Principal for Curriculum Dr. Peek Assistant Principal for Administration Dr. Francis Assistant Principal for Student Affairs Mr. Snyder (A-G) Ms. Womack (H-O) Mr. Crook (P-Z)
Resources at Bloomingdale Academic Coach Mrs. Hogg Student Success Coach Mrs. Robinson Intervention Specialist Mr. Robinson School Psychologist Ms. Nelson School Social Worker Ms. Parsley School Resource Officer Deputy Alexander School Nurse Mrs. Esposito and Mrs. Seglund
Topics Graduation Requirements GPA Community Service Bright Futures
Graduation Requirements 24 total credits Passing scores on the 10th grade FSA Reading and the Algebra 1 EOC Minimum unweighted GPA of 2.0
Graduation Requirements 4 English credits 4 Math credits Including Algebra 1 and Geometry 3 Science credits Including Biology 3 Social Studies credits World History, US History, US Government and Economics 1 Performing/Fine Art credit 1 HOPE credit Two years of JROTC can substitute for HOPE and Performing/Fine Art 8 Elective credits At least one course must be completed online
Graduation Requirements Passing scores on the 10th grade FSA Reading or earn a concordant score on the SAT or ACT SAT 480 EBRW section ACT Average of an 18 on the English and Reading sections Passing score on the Algebra 1 EOC or earn a concordant score on the SAT, ACT, or PSAT SAT 420 Math section ACT 16 Math section PSAT 430 Math section Minimum unweighted (State) GPA of 2.0
GPA GPA (Grade Point Average) is the calculated average of the grades you earn in all of your classes There are two different types of GPA Unweighted (State) Weighted (District) What s the difference?
GPA Unweighted v. Weighted Unweighted GPA Weighted GPA Average of all grades based on the 4.0 scale Average of all grades based on the 4.0 scale with additional points for weighted classes. Additional points are added for Honors, Advanced Placement (AP), and Dual Enrollment courses A = 4.0 B = 3.0 C = 2.0 D= 1.0 F=0.0 A=4.0, B=3.0, C=2.0, D=1.0, F=0.0 +.04 points for each honors course, +.08 points for each AP or Dual Enrollment course (must have a C or higher to get bonus points) Highest possible unweighted GPA = 4.0 There is no maximum weighted GPA. Usually, the highest weighted GPA in the class is over 7.0 Unweighted GPA is used for graduation and athletics. 2.0 is required Weighted GPA is used for class rank
GPA GPA updates at the end of each semester Semester 1 and 2 grades are separate 1st 9 Weeks + 2nd 9 Weeks + Final Exam = Final Semester 1 Semester 1 Grade 3rd 9 Weeks + 4th 9 Weeks + Final Exam = Final Semester 2 Semester 2 Grade You earn one half credit (0.5) for each class you pass at the end of each semester Final semester grade is determined by using each 9 week grade and the semester exam grade
Semester Grades Found in Student Handbook
Calculating your GPA Example: 1 English 1 Honors 2 Algebra 1 3 Biology Honors 4 HOPE 5 Semantics 6 Culinary 1 7 Journalism A B B C F D D 4.0 3.0 3.0 2.0 0.0 1.0 1.0 If you add 4 + 3+ 3 + 2 + 0 + 1 + 1 = 14, then divide by 7 (total courses taken), you ll get an unweighted GPA of 2.0 For the weighted GPA, add the honors points after dividing 2.0 unweighted GPA + .04 (English 1 honors) + .04 (Biology honors) = 2.08 weighted GPA
What is a Good GPA? Excellent GPA = 3.75 and up Very Good GPA = 3.00 - 3.74 Average GPA = 2.00 - 2.99 Low GPA = 1.99 and below Remember, you must have at least a 2.0 unweighted GPA to graduate GPA is one criteria that colleges consider when you apply for admission
Maintaining a High GPA Start strong Your first two years of high school set the foundation for your GPA It s much easier to maintain a high GPA than it is to fix a low GPA Get help when you need it Free tutoring before and after school Talk to your teachers, they want to help! Rack up bonus points where you can Challenge yourself with Honors, AP, and/or Dual Enrollment courses
Maintaining a High GPA Retake classes for grade enhancement You can enhance a grade of D or F in any course by taking the same or a comparable course and earning a C or better All courses attempted will appear on your transcript, but only the enhanced grade will count in your unweighted GPA (all grades count in your weighted GPA) Retake classes through virtual school (FLVS) or during the school year in place of an elective
Tutoring Opportunities Math Alg 1/Liberal Arts/MCR Wednesday, 3:40-4:40, Room 280 Alg 2/Alg 2 Honors Wednesday, 3:40-4:40, Room 282 Adv. Topics/Pre-Calc/Analysis/Trig Wednesday, 3:40-4:40, Room 277 Geo/Geo Honors Wednesday, 3:40-4:40, Room 281 Science Chemistry Wednesday/Thursday, 8:00-8:30, Room 208 Biology Wednesday/Thursday, 8:00-8:30, Room 213 Physics Wednesday, 8:00-8:30 and 3:40-4:40, Room 206 Earth/Space Monday-Thursday, 8:00-8:30, Room 288
Tutoring Opportunities English English and AP Lit Tuesday/Thursday, 8:00-8:30, Room 114 English 9-12 Thursday, 3:40-4:40, Room 244 Social Studies AP US History Tuesday/Wednesday, 3:40-4:40, Room 310 AP Micro/Macro Monday-Thursday, 3:40-4:40, Room 318 AP US Gov Tuesday, 3:40-4:40, Room 307 AP Courses See individual teachers for days and times
Community Service Community service is NOT a graduation requirement Reasons to earn community service hours: It is required for the Bright Futures scholarships Can be added to your resume Looks impressive on your college application Learn new skills Opens up networking opportunities which can lead to a job Benefits the community Print the community service forms from the guidance website or pick them up in the guidance office
Bright Futures Scholarship Bright Futures is a scholarship you can earn if you go to high school in Florida and attend a college in Florida There are four different scholarships Florida Academic Scholarship Florida Medallion Scholarship Florida Gold Seal Vocational Scholarship Florida Gold Seal CAPE Scholarship
Florida Academic Scholars GPA 3.5 weighted academic core GPA Required Credits 4 English 4 Math (at or above the Algebra 1 level) 3 Science 3 Social Studies 2 World Language (sequential, in the same language) Test Scores 1330 SAT or 29 ACT Community Service Hours 100 hours Award Amount 100% tuition and fees at a Florida public college, plus $300 per semester Private colleges - $211 per credit hour at a 4-year college, $104 per credit hour at a 2-year college, plus $300 per semester
Florida Medallion Scholars GPA 3.0 weighted academic GPA Required Credits 4 English 4 Math (at or above the Algebra 1 level) 3 Science 3 Social Studies 2 World Language (sequential, in the same language) Test Scores 1210 SAT or 25 ACT Community Service Hours 75 hours Award Amount 75% tuition and fees at a Florida public college Private colleges - $158 per credit hour at a 4-year college, $78 per credit hour at a 2-year college
Gold Seal Vocational Scholars GPA 3.0 weighted academic GPA and a 3.5 unweighted GPA in 3 credits of a single career education course Required Credits 4 English 4 Math (at or above the Algebra 1 level) 3 Science 3 Social Studies 3 full credits in a single Career or Technical Education program Examples: Technology, Culinary, Auto Tech, TV Production Test Scores SAT 24 Reading, 25 Writing, 24 Math ACT 19 Reading, 17 English, 19 Math PERT 106 Reading, 103 Writing, 114 Math Community Service Hours 30 hours Award Amount Career Certificate $39 per credit hour Applied Technology Diploma $39 per credit hour Technical Degree $48 per credit hour
Gold Seal CAPE Scholars Requirements: Earn a minimum of 5 postsecondary credit hours through CAPE industry certifications that articulate for college credit Community Service Hours 30 Hours Award Amount Career Certificate $39 per credit hour Applied Technology Diploma - $39 per credit hour Technical Degree $48 per credit hour Bachelors of Science $48 per credit hour
Floridashines.org You can check your eligibility for Bright Futures scholarships online at www.floridashines.org Displays your Bright Futures GPA and highest SAT/ACT scores Updates once each semester Floridashines.org also has lots of information on college majors, identifying careers, and searching for colleges Link is listed on www.bloomingdaleguidance.org
