CLASS OF 2012 INFORMATION
12th GRADE THINGS TO DO
- Check your Academic Evaluations on FACTS.org for grades and status towards meeting graduation requirements.
- Certain courses can earn college credit...know what scores you need.
- Register for the fall SAT or ACT by September.
- Apply for admission to your future school by October or November.
- Apply the Florida Financial Aid Application after December 1.
- In January, fill out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) for federal aid. Make sure you list the schools or
colleges you applied to on the form.
- Wait for college admission decisions and financial aid award letters from the schools/colleges you applied to. Determine the
college best meeting your personal academic goals and financial needs (financial aid packages vary from one school to
another).
- Many schools have an early-May decision deadline to accept or decline applicants.
- Not accepted? Work with your school counselor to find colleges and universities with openings if your top choices are not
available.
- When you make a decision, let the other colleges you applied to know. This frees up places and possible financial aid for
other students.
- Be aware, after acceptance there may still be things to do such as arranging for final transcripts to be sent, housing
applications, and immunizations.
- Don't slack off!! All senior year courses are considered and admission offers can be taken back for poor performance.
- Certain courses can earn college credit...know what scores you need.
- Register for the fall SAT or ACT by September.
- Apply for admission to your future school by October or November.
- Apply the Florida Financial Aid Application after December 1.
- In January, fill out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) for federal aid. Make sure you list the schools or
colleges you applied to on the form.
- Wait for college admission decisions and financial aid award letters from the schools/colleges you applied to. Determine the
college best meeting your personal academic goals and financial needs (financial aid packages vary from one school to
another).
- Many schools have an early-May decision deadline to accept or decline applicants.
- Not accepted? Work with your school counselor to find colleges and universities with openings if your top choices are not
available.
- When you make a decision, let the other colleges you applied to know. This frees up places and possible financial aid for
other students.
- Be aware, after acceptance there may still be things to do such as arranging for final transcripts to be sent, housing
applications, and immunizations.
- Don't slack off!! All senior year courses are considered and admission offers can be taken back for poor performance.
Selective Service
Attention male seniors! - Almost all male U.S. citizens, and male aliens living in the U.S., who are 18 through 25, are required to register with Selective Service. Click on the image below to register.
DOCUMENTS AND RESOURCES
- Florida Bright Futures Scholarship Program Initial Eligibility Brochure
- Pathways to Success: College and Career Readiness - Middle and High School Planning Guide for Students and Parents
- Private Colleges and Universities of Florida Guide
- Pathways to Success: College and Career Readiness - Middle and High School Planning Guide for Students and Parents
- Private Colleges and Universities of Florida Guide
WALKING IN WHITE
Each year, a group of graduating seniors earns the honor of graduating with a white cap and gown - “Walking In White”. Below are the requirements for this honor:
1. 3.5 weighted GPA
2. 10 honors, AP and/or weighted dual enrollment classes
3. A minimum of 1100 on the math and verbal sections of the SAT or a minimum of a composite score of 23 on the ACT (a
score of 22.5 will be rounded up to a 23)
4. 75 hours of pre-approved community service
1. 3.5 weighted GPA
2. 10 honors, AP and/or weighted dual enrollment classes
3. A minimum of 1100 on the math and verbal sections of the SAT or a minimum of a composite score of 23 on the ACT (a
score of 22.5 will be rounded up to a 23)
4. 75 hours of pre-approved community service
COLLEGE VISITS
Many colleges and universities in the area will send a representative to our school during the fall. These representatives usually bring information about their school, give a brief talk on entrance requirements and campus life, and answer questions. While you should visit college campuses you are most interested in, you should also make a point of meeting with the representative as a part of your college selection process.
College representative visits will be posted usually two weeks prior to the visit – in the School Counseling office. You must sign up in advance in order to receive a pass to attend. If you have questions please contact Mr. Benefield at extension 38553.
University of Florida - September 7th at 12:30 PM
Florida Atlantic University - September 13th at 7:30 AM
Florida State University - September 13th at 8:30 AM
University of North Florida - September 20th at 8:00 AM
Keiser University - September 20th at 1:00 PM
Saint Leo University - September 30th at 8:25 AM
DeVry University - October 4th at 10:00 AM
Lenoir-Rhyne University - October 27th at 8:30 AM
Florida Southern College - October 27th at 10:30 AM
Florida Gulf Coast University - October 27th at 1:00 PM
University of Central Florida - October 28th at 9:45 AM
University of South Florida - October 28th at 1:00 PM
College representative visits will be posted usually two weeks prior to the visit – in the School Counseling office. You must sign up in advance in order to receive a pass to attend. If you have questions please contact Mr. Benefield at extension 38553.
University of Florida - September 7th at 12:30 PM
Florida Atlantic University - September 13th at 7:30 AM
Florida State University - September 13th at 8:30 AM
University of North Florida - September 20th at 8:00 AM
Keiser University - September 20th at 1:00 PM
Saint Leo University - September 30th at 8:25 AM
DeVry University - October 4th at 10:00 AM
Lenoir-Rhyne University - October 27th at 8:30 AM
Florida Southern College - October 27th at 10:30 AM
Florida Gulf Coast University - October 27th at 1:00 PM
University of Central Florida - October 28th at 9:45 AM
University of South Florida - October 28th at 1:00 PM
