Test Preparation for SAT/ACT/College FCAT

Bethel Baptist Institutional Church

Bishop Rudolph W. McKissick, Sr. Bishop Rudolph W. McKissick, Jr.
215 Bethel Baptist St. - Jacksonville, FL 32202
Phone (904) 354-1464 - Fax (904) 359-0015 - www.bethelbaptistjax.com

BEST Saturday Academy
(Bethel Enhancing Students Totally)

11th & 12th Graders
TEST PREPARATION
SAT/ACT/College & Job Prep
FCAT Prep

Session I
August 25, 2012 – October 27, 2012

Session II
January 5, 2013 – March 9, 2013

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3rd – 10th Graders

Enhancement in:
Reading/Language Arts Skills, Writing & Math Skills

Science Prep – Grades 5 and 8
Session I: September 8, 2012 – November 10, 2012
Session II: January 5, 2013 – March 9, 2013



PARENT WORKSHOP DATES
September 22, October 24, January 19, February 23


All classes meet on Saturdays from 9 am – 12 noon
(Applications for the year available August 2012)
Registration deadlines (Grades 3-10): Session 1- September 22, 2012 & Session 2 - January 19, 2013


Executive Director, Mrs. Estelle W. McKissick
Coordinator, Mrs. Melody J. Davis
Parent Workshop Coordinator, Mrs. Johnestine Daigeau
Consultant, Mr. Larry Roziers

Mayo Clinic Heath Care Boot Camp 2012

Apply now for the Mayo Clinic High School Health Care Boot Camp in Florida! There are still spots available!
The Mayo School of Health Sciences (MSHS) will host the High School Boot Camp on Saturday, October 6, 2012 from 8:00 am to 3:00 pm. The Boot Camp enables high school students to learn about potential healthcare careers. Students in grades 9–12 are eligible to apply.

The Boot Camp provides hands-on experiences to attract young people to health care careers. Current Mayo School of Health Sciences students are volunteering their time to represent their chosen profession at a brief Career Fair during the High School Boot Camp event. Attending the fair will be Boot Camp student attendees, as well as selected Duval County School counselors and teachers.


There are a limited number of spots available. Acceptance is on a first-come – first-serve basis to those submitting a “complete application” with original signatures. All applications are due prior to March 30, 2012.

To register, complete the Reservation and Consent forms and forward to Mayo School of Health Sciences at MCFMSHS@mayo.edu or fax to 953-2954.


Email Ms. Sasan for the Reservation and Consent forms at sasanc@duvalschools.org

New Scholarships due in JUNE 2012

Below you will find a list of scholarships that have deadlines approaching. Four of the scholarships have deadlines in the next 30 days.



1) Fraser Institute Student Scholarship - $1,000 – 3 Awards (Deadline: June 30, 2012)


Showcase your ideas on public policy and the role of markets by writing an essay. Each year the Institute holds a competition for students, designed to encourage and develop student writers.


To be eligible for this scholarship you must write an essay on the 2012 topic chosen by the Fraser Institute.


Applications can be found by going to:
http://www.studentscholarships.org/scholarship.php







2) 10 Words or Less Scholarship - $500 – 1 Award (Deadline: June 30, 2012)



To be considered eligible for the Scholarship a student must be:

1. Anyone who is between the ages of 14-25 who will be attending school in the Fall of 2012.


2. Answer question in 10 words or less on “Why you deserve the $500 scholarship?”


Applications can be found by going to:
http://www.studentscholarships.org/scholarship.php





3) StorageMart Scholarships - $5,000 – 5 Awards (Deadline: June 30, 2012)

Five $1,000 scholarships will be awarded to students enrolled in the Fall 2012 semester at any college, university or institution of higher education. Submit an essay by the June 30th deadline. Essay must be 500 words or more. Scholarship Recipients will be notified no later than July 21st, 2012.


Applications can be found by going to:
http://www.studentscholarships.org/scholarship/10255/storagemart_scholarships_scholarship.php



4) Delete Cyberbullying Scholarship - $1,500 – 2 Awards (Deadline: June 30, 2012)

In an effort to get students committed to the cause of deleting cyberbullying, we are offering the Delete Cyberbullying Scholarship Award for high school and college students. Students may win one of two $1,500 scholarships for educational expenses.

Applications can be found by going to:
http://www.studentscholarships.org/scholarship/10235/delete_cyberbullying_scholarship_award_scholarship.php



5) Digital Innovation Scholarship - $1,000 – 1 Award (Deadline: August 12, 2012)

To be eligible for this scholarship you must:


1. Write a 500 word essay describing your personal experience with internet entrepreneurship or the importance of new ideas in the digital realm. Topics could include user experience, visual design or any other aspect of digital information you find interesting.



6) Odenza Marketing Group Fall Scholarship - $500 – 1 Award (Deadline: September 30, 2012)
To be considered eligible for the Odenza Marketing Group Fall Scholarship you must:



1. Be between the ages of 16 and 25 on September 30, 2012


2. Submit answers to the essay questions, which can be found on the application page, prior to the September 30, 2012 deadline.

EOC Information from the FL Dept of Ed.

End of Course (EOCs) exams are gaining importance in the state of Florida.  In order to have an idea on what to expect on the Algebra 1, Geometry and Biology EOCs take a look at the link below.  There, you will find practice questions so that your student can become familiar with the format of the exams.

http://fcat.fldoe.org/eoc/

For our current 9th graders who entered high school during 2011-2012, the Algebra 1 EOC will determine whether or not the student earns the credit for the course.  The Geometry EOC will count for 30% of the final grade.  The Biology EOC will count for 30% of the final grade.

For 9th graders entering in 2012-2013, the Algebra 1 EOC, Geometry EOC, and Biology EOC will determine whether or not the student earns the credit for the course.  The US History EOC will count for 30% of the final grade.

Postsecondary Ready

KNOW THE SCORES!

Dual Enrollment eligibility scores, Postsecondary Ready scores needed for seniors, and MINIMUM scores for admissions to a community or state college:

SAT		ACT		PERT
Critical Reading *	440	Reading *	18	Reading *	104
Math *	440	Math *	19	Math *	113
		English	17	Writing	99

*Counts for the Postsecondary Readiness portion of your school’s grade.

What does it mean to you if you are NOT postsecondary ready?

Ø  If you do not have Postsecondary Ready scores by the start of your senior year the state requires that you be scheduled into remedial courses in Reading, Writing and/or Math to help you become Postsecondary Ready by the time you graduate.

Ø  There is no waiver for this state requirement. You will be losing opportunities for electives.

Ø  After graduation, if you enroll at a community or state college you will have to take additional remedial courses, PAY for the remedial courses (they may not be covered by financial aid), and you WILL NOT receive college credit for the remedial courses.

MINIMUM Admissions Scores required for the

State University System (SUS):

SAT		ACT
Critical Reading	460	Reading	19
Math	460	Math	19
Writing	440	English/Writing	18

Ø  These are MINIMUM scores, many state universities will require higher score for admissions purposes.

Ø  GPA , rigor of courses taken, extracurricular activities and community involvement will also be taken into consideration.

Ø  Please visit the Bright Futures Scholarship website for information on scores needed for scholarship eligibility

http://www.floridastudentfinancialaid.org/ssfad/PDF/BFEligibilityAwardChart.pdf

Summer Ideas

Fast Facts about…

Summer Activities and Reminders

for High School Students

Graduating Seniors

·      Make sure you have completed the Free Application for Federal Student Aid application (FAFSA) and received a response from colleges.  Bright futures funds will not be released in the fall without this.

·      Amend your Bright Futures application to show the college you actually plan to attend.

·      If you plan to play sports in college make sure you have a final transcript sent to the NCAA Clearinghouse.

Rising 9-12^th graders

·      Research colleges over the summer. Who offers a degree program you are interested in? What are the application deadlines? What does the college’s Freshman Profile look like (GPA, test scores)?   www.facts.org , www.campustours.com, and www.collegeboard.com are great resources.

·      Still need higher ACT or SAT scores for college admissions, graduation, post secondary readiness or Bright Futures? Try these FREE websites for test prep www.majortests.com    www.SoarAtHome.org www.March2Success.com

·      Research Bright Futures eligibility requirements  http://www.floridastudentfinancialaid.org/ssfad/bf/

·      Start doing community service work. Bright Futures now requires community service for all three levels of their scholarship. Once a student is promoted to ninth grade they can start earning hours. Check out the district guidelines online at http://www.duvalschools.org/static/aboutdcps/departments/acadprog/guidance_services/downloads/Community%20Service%2012-11.pdf , or get the verification form at http://www.duvalschools.org/static/aboutdcps/departments/acadprog/guidance_services/downloads/serviceverif.pdf

·      Need ideas for community service? Try Hands On Jacksonville www.handsonjacksonville.org

·      Create a portfolio of all the different activities you have participated  in- clubs, sports, community service, and work activities. Make sure to include any leadership roles you have taken on.

Bright Futures Scholarship

Students are now required to submit a complete, error-free FAFSA for Bright Futures, Florida Resident Access Grant, and Access to Better Learning and Education Grant initial and renewal eligibility any time prior to disbursement. No FAFSA = No $$.
The awards amounts have also changed. Go to:
http://www.floridastudentfinancialaid.org/SSFAD/bf/awardamt.htm
to get complete information.