LEON HIGH SCHOOL ACADEMICS

It is the goal of the Leon Touchdown Club to assist all football players to be champions on and off the field.  This begins in the classroom and getting a good education!  To be eligible for college you must have 16 core courses in the following:

English (4)
Mathematics (3)
Algebra IA and Algebra IB = 1 mathematic credit. 
Pre-algebra is not accepted.  Liberal Arts Math is accepted.
Natural/Physical Science (2)
Social Science (2)
Additional Core (1 credit required in English, Mathematics or Natural/Physical Science)
Additional Academic Courses (4 credits in English, Mathematics, Science, Social Science or Foreign Language)

Click here for a Leon High School Athletics NCAA Division I Worksheet to help keep track of your credits.

Consult with your Leon High School Guidance Counselor!

Upcoming
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2010 Leon Bell Schedule

Events related to the academic success of our student athletes will be posted here!

LEON HIGH SCHOOL PARENT PLANNER

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Thank you to the Leon Guidance Department for providing academic guidance to our student athletes!

Please consult with your Guidance Counselor today to plan for your future!

Students A-D
&
Sophomores
Ms. Aline Pla, M.Ed.

Students E-K
&
Juniors
Mr. Jerry Hassler, M.S.

Students L-R
&
Freshman
Ms. Judith Crews, M.S

Students S-Z
&
Seniors
Ms. Kathleen Heinz, M.Ed., MSW

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2010-2010
NCAA Guide for the College Bound Student Athlete

Summary of the rules and regulations in easy-to-read form. Guidelines relate to recruiting, eligibility, financial aid and college freshman eligibility requirements for Divisions I & II.

NCAA Freshman Eligibility Standards
Quick Reference Checksheet

SAT - learn more and prepare for the SAT
ACT - learn more and prepare for the ACT

LEON HIGH SCHOOL GUIDANCE

Four Year Planning Worksheets
(Graduation and promotion requirements

Academic Assistance
(Where to find tutoring help, after school help and help with study skills at Leon)

Florida Bright Futures Scholarship
(3 Florida Lottery funded scholarships)

Community Service Hours Requirement

COLLEGE ADMISSIONS TESTS

The SAT and the ACT are both tests used by colleges in making admissions decisions.  The chart below shows some comparisons.  Students who will be seeking admission to a four-year college or university should take one of the college admissions tests during their junior year, or as early as possible during their sophomore year.  It is recommended that students register online by accessing the appropriate website (below).  Materials for mailing your registration are available in the Leon Guidance Office.  Fee waivers are available for students meeting family income guidelines.

Leon High School Code:  101665

APPLICATION FOR BRIGHT FUTURES SCHOLARSHIPS


The Office of Student Financial Assistance (OSFA) Web site at
www.FloridaStudentFinancialAid.org provides the FFAA to students seeking state scholarship and grant awards for the 2010-11 postsecondary academic year.
 
The application should take approximately 15 minutes to complete.
Students will need their Social Security number and their GPA.
 
Steps Students Should Take to Complete the Application Process:
 
• Go to www.FloridaStudentFinancialAid.org.
• Select State Grants, Scholarships & Applications and Apply Here to complete and submit an online application.
• Select Programs Offered to view detailed state programs information.
• Pay attention to program deadlines listed in the application conditions section, the application results screen, and the application acknowledgement communication, sent to the student’s e-mail address on the application.
 
Watch for official e-mail acknowledgement communication, which provides each Student with instructions for obtaining a USER ID and PIN to access the submitted application, update information on the application, and check the status of the application.
 
This single application is utilized to evaluate the student for all of the programs listed below:
 
• Florida Bright Futures Scholarship Program – Deadline By High School Graduation Date
• José Martí Scholarship Challenge Grant – Deadline April 1
• Rosewood Family Scholarship Program – Deadline April 1
• Scholarships for Children and Spouses of Deceased or Disabled Veterans and Servicemembers
        – Deadline April 1
• Robert C. Byrd Honors Scholarship Program – Deadline April 15
 
It is important for students to complete the Florida Financial Aid Application even if they plan to attend college outside the state of Florida. Bright Futures eligibility will remain in effect for three years following high school graduation and the Robert C. Byrd Scholarship Program is a national scholarship program.

GUIDANCE DEPARTMENT
PARENT BROWN BAG LUNCHES

The Leon Guidance Department will review relevant and timely information for parents.  Bring your sack lunch and join us in the auditorium at 12:30 p.m. on a scheduled Friday.  Leon PTO provides drinks.

TBA

College & Career Planner:  When To Do What Checklists
by Florida Trend

The classroom is as important as the football field!  Be smart, study hard, play hard, be successful!
GO LIONS!