Junior & Senior Counseling Information

The GCPS requirements for graduation can be found here: GCPS Promotion and Graduation Requirements

Students can earn .5 units per class each semester.

For admission to a University System of Georgia college or university, students must pass specific courses in the core academic areas language arts, math, science, and social studies – as well as two units of the same modern or classical language.

If you feel you are “off track” for graduation or have failed a course and are concerned about graduating on time, please make an appointment to see your counselor!

The College and Career Center offers a wealth of resources, materials, and opportunities for students and parents to explore post-secondary options, including college, technical and trade schools, apprenticeships, military careers, workforce development, and financial aid.

The entrance to the College & Career Center is located in the Media Center, and the center is open Monday through Friday during school hours. Student drop-in is permitted daily during advisement periods with a pass. You can also schedule an appointment with Ms. Mariella Ramos, our College & Career Liaison. Appointments are available at 8:20 and 9:20 daily. 

Visit this website to learn more: College & Career Center - Parkview High School

• Juniors will need to meet with their counselors to review their credits.  (Counselors will call them in or they can schedule an appointment.)  If a parent wants to join their student in this meeting, then they may schedule an appointment to meet with the counselor and their student.  Parental participation is optional.  To make an appointment, parents should email their student’s counselor (preferred) or call the Counseling Office at 770-806-3795. Parents can start booking appointments AFTER February 17.
• Juniors should take the SAT/ACT. All Juniors will be automatically registered to take the SAT at Parkview High School on March 19, 2026.
• Start looking for what you want to do for a career and what you would like to major in for college.
• Make an appointment to speak with Ms. Mariella Ramos in the College & Career room. You may also follow Ms. Mariella Ramos on the College & Career website, Instagram & Twitter.
• Pick several colleges and/or universities that you can apply to in the fall of your senior year.
• Visit some colleges and/ or universities. The summer is always a great time for this. However, if you do this during the school year, get a Pre-Arranged Absence Form from the Attendance Office.
• Stay active or join clubs/activities to build your resume.  Keep track of your activities, awards, etc.
• Preview scholarships; most will be available for seniors.
• Preview applications for college.

• Become familiar with the GAfutures.org website. You will use this site to send transcripts for college and technical school applications during your senior year (for GA schools).

• Please make sure that Parkview has your social security number so you can access your HOPE average and send electronic transcripts through Gafutures.org. We must have a copy of your social security card or original to enter it in our system.

• Attend college fairs offered during your junior year. High School Students | Georgia Probe College Tour

• Complete the Senior Application for Graduation with your counselor.
• Register to take the SAT/ACT (remember that many colleges have deadlines that occur as early as January; therefore, waiting to take the SAT/ACT after December of your senior year may be too late)!
• Complete your college applications through the college’s website. All colleges prefer electronic applications.
• Make an appointment to speak with Ms. Mariella Ramos in The College & Career office.
• Complete applications
  • Submit the applications during the 1^st semester Senior year.
  • Complete Counselor Recommendation Request form if required for your application. Must allow 3-4 weeks prior to deadline. (See Counselor Recommendations panel below.)
  • Request transcripts request: Common App/Coalition App/SchooLinks $5 one-time fee or send an electronic transcript through Gafutures.org (Georgia Colleges Only). For individual colleges/universities applications, it is $5 per request.
  • Send SAT/ACT electronically to your colleges, if you did not do so when you registered for the SAT/ACT.
• Parents should attend our Senior Parent Night Meeting & Financial Aid meetings.
• Continue to visit colleges. Meet with Admissions Representatives that visit Parkview.
• Discuss finances as a family for college choices. Financial aid checklist.
• Attend college fairs and events.
• Check the Parkview College and Career website for information about scholarships and other opportunities.

Adapted from bigfuture.collegeboard.org/

Want to know if you’re on track in the college application process? This checklist shows you what you should be doing, and when.

Fall

• Narrow your list of colleges to between five and 10. Meet with a counselor about your college choices and, if you haven’t done so yet, download college applications and financial aid forms. Plan to visit as many of these colleges as possible. 
   
• Create a master list or calendar that includes: 
  • Tests you’ll take and their fees, dates, and registration deadlines 
  • College application due dates 
  • Required financial aid application forms and their deadlines (aid applications may be due before college applications) 
  • Other materials you’ll need (recommendations, transcripts, etc.) 
  • Your high school’s application processing deadlines
     
• Ask a counselor to help you request a fee waiver if you can’t afford the application or test fees.
   
• Take the SAT® one more time (or ACT): Many seniors retake the SAT or ACT in the fall. Additional course work since your last test could help you boost your performance. Plus, you already know what to expect on test day.
   
• Be sure to have your SAT or ACT scores sent to the colleges you’re applying to.
   
• Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA): To apply for most financial aid, you’ll need to complete the FAFSA. The application opens in October.
   
• Complete the CSS PROFILE®: (If needed)  PROFILE is an online application used by certain colleges and scholarship programs to determine eligibility for their aid dollars.
   
• Prepare early decision/early action or rolling admission applications as soon as possible. Colleges may require test scores and applications in October and November for early admission decisions.
   
• Ask a counselor or teacher for recommendations if you need them. Give each teacher or counselor an outline of your academic record and your extracurricular activities. Be sure to add teacher recommenders to your college through SchooLinks for any college on Common App (if needed). Submit these at least three weeks before the due date.
   
• Write first drafts and ask teachers and others to read them if you’re submitting essays. If you’re applying for an early decision, finish the essays for that application now.

• Complete at least one college application by Thanksgiving. Students can apply either directly through the college’s website or through Common Application (one application they can send to multiple colleges who are members of Common App).
   
• Ask counselors to send your transcripts to colleges. Give counselors the proper forms at least three weeks before the colleges require them. Transcripts cost $5.

• NOTE: If completing college applications through Common App then you must Match it with your SchooLinks Account (directions for SchooLinks are included on this page for your reference).

Winter

• Keep photocopies as you finish and send your applications and essays.
   
• Have your high school send a transcript: If applying to a GA college send it through GAFutures.org. If applying to an out of state college not through Common App then request it through MyPaymentsPlus. It will cost $5 per copy and will be mailed.
   
• If an application is due over Winter Break, be sure the counselor/teacher has all the information by December 1.
   
• Give the correct form to your counselor if the college wants to see second semester grades.
   

• To send first semester grade reports (Mid-Year Reports) to colleges, notify your counselor by January 12.

Spring

• Keep active in school. If you are waitlisted, the college will want to know what you have accomplished between the time you applied and the time you learned of its decision.
   
• Visit your final college before accepting. You should receive acceptance letters and financial aid offers by mid-April. Notify your counselor of your choice. If you have questions about housing offers, talk to your counselor or call the college.
   
• Inform every college of your acceptance or rejection of the offer of admission and/or financial aid by May 1. Colleges cannot require your deposit or your commitment to attend before May 1. Talk to your counselor or adviser if you have questions.
   
• Send your deposit to one college only.
   
• Take any AP® Exams. Show what you’ve learned in your AP classes. A successful score could even earn you credit, advanced placement, or both in college.
   
• Waitlisted by a college? If you intend to enroll on the case that you are accepted, tell the admission director your intent and ask how to strengthen your application. Need financial aid? Ask whether funds will be available if you’re accepted.
   
• Work with a counselor to resolve any admission or financial aid problems.
   
• Ask your high school to send a final transcript to your college. Fill out the Final Transcript Request Form, $5 for paper copy or through MyPaymentsPlus. Students can send them for free through GAfutures.org to colleges in the state of Georgia (see Winter heading for details).
   
• Review your financial aid awards: Not all financial aid awards are the same, so it’s important to choose the aid package that’s best for you and your family. Be sure to note what you have to do to continue receiving financial aid from year to year, and how your aid might change in future years.

Click the link below to create a digital copy of the form:
25-26 Counselor Recommendation Request

Deadlines for Submitting Recommendation Letters 

SAT School Day: 

All juniors will take the SAT at Parkview on March 19, 2026. Look for information in ParentSquare regarding bell schedules and test day reminders.

For other dates, locations, and deadlines for SAT & ACT, visit the websites for each test below:

SAT Dates and Deadlines – SAT Suite | College Board

Parkview's School Code for College Board: 111826

The ACT Georgia

Parkview's School Code for ACT: 111826

Free SAT Practice Test & Prep* Sites

• CollegeBoard
• KhanAcademy
• TestPrepReview
• Mometrix
• 4Tests

Free ACT Practice Test & Prep* Sites

• ACT.org
• Manhattan Review
• TestPrepReview
• Mometrix

*Sites listed offer free practice tests, but test prep itself may not be free.

ACT vs SAT: which test is a better fit for you?

Students may take whichever test they prefer. If you’re not sure which test(s) you should take, consider the key differences between the ACT and SAT. 

• If you need help deciding which test to take as you prepare for your goals after high school, you may find this linked article helpful. SAT vs. ACT: Which Test Should I Take? – BigFuture | College Board
• The ACT website has some analysis and comparisons for both tests here: https://www.act.org/content/act/en/products-and-services/the-act/scores/act-vs-sat.html
• CollegeBoard (SAT) has its own analysis as well: https://bigfuture.collegeboard.org/plan-for-college/apply-to-college/sat/sat-vs-act
• Check out the ACT vs. SAT Comparison Chart for a quick side-by-side comparison here: https://www.studypoint.com/ed/act-vs-sat/

Fee waivers may be available; please check with your assigned school counselor or Ms. Ramos, our College & Career Liaison.

• GA Futures: www.GAfutures.org 
  Set up a “My GA futures” account for postsecondary planning, sending transcripts for free to Georgia colleges, and checking HOPE GPA.
• College Board Online for College and Financial Aid Checklist: https://bigfuture.collegeboard.org/ 
• Go College: www.gocollege.com  
  Check out educational options.
• College Scorecard-US DOE: https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/ 
• PHS College & Career Center: https://parkviewhs.gcpsk12.org/counseling/college-career-center
• University System of Georgia: www.usg.edu 
• Federal Student Aid Publications: https://studentaid.gov/resources/prepare-for-college/students/choosing-schools 
  Set up a “MyFSA” to explore college and career options.
• College Navigator: https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/ 
• College Guides: www.eCampusTours.com 

More Information and Tips

• College Application Checklist
• Internet and Email Etiquette
• Top College Application Mistakes

Scroll down to the "Other Post-Secondary Options" section for more information.

GCPS Career Guide

In today’s world, it’s important to have both technical skills and strong problem-solving abilities.

Our goal is to help students gain these skills and be ready for their chose careers. Our educational programs and career pathways serve a critical role in supporting college and career readiness. We help students explore their interests, develop their skills, and learn about different career options, while gaining positive exposure to future possibilities.

The GCPS Career Guide is available to students and families who are starting conversations about college and career options. Translations are available in Español, 한국어, Tiếng Việt. The GCPS Career Guide contains:

• Specialized Schools: Information on schools like Maxwell High School of Technology and Grayson Technical Education Program.
• Career Paths: Details about different career areas and the pathways we offer in those areas.
• High School Opportunities: Options for staring a career while still in high school, including work-based learning, certifications, and progress toward an associate degree.
• Job Info: Salary details, job growth, and openings in each field of study.

CTAE students aren’t just prepared for the real world— they have a better experience in high school. CTAE students are three times more likely to report being “very satisfied” with their ability to learn real-world skills. Students who complete a pathway have a graduation rate of 97%. In GCPS, CTAE programs are also available in middle school.

Learn More About Potential Careers

• GAFutures: https://www.gafutures.org/career-exploration/
• BigFuture at CollegeBoard (College, career, and scholarship search): https://bigfuture.collegeboard.org/
• CareerOneStop: https://www.careeronestop.org/ExploreCareers/explore-careers.aspx
• Roadtrip Nation: https://roadtripnation.com/experience/course/rtn/overview
• Educations.com Career Quiz:https://www.educations.com/quizzes/career-tes
• MyFuture.com: https://myfuture.com/mapping-your-future/employment/finding-a-career/
• Bureau of Labor Statistics: https://www.bls.gov/k12/students/careers/career-exploration.htm
• O*NET Interest Profiler sponsored by the U.S. Department of Labor: https://www.mynextmove.org/explore/ip

Other Post-Secondary Options

Scroll to the bottom of this page to learn more about options that do not include a 4 year college plan.

Dual Enrollment and Advanced Placement Classes

Dual enrollment allows high school students to take college courses while still in high school. Students can earn college credit and high school credits at the same time. 

An AP course is comparable to a course taught at any college or university.  AP courses are much more rigorous than high school college prep courses.  In all AP courses, students learn how to think critically and write clearly. Parkview High School is pleased to offer over 25 different Advanced Placement (AP) courses. Parents and students are encouraged to educate themselves on the classes available and the teachers’ expectations of students. Each AP course is taught at the college-level, offering the opportunity for willing and motivated students to challenge themselves.

Both programs expose students to college level work & allow students to earn college credits while in high school.

You can explore more about each program at Parkview here:

• Dual Enrollment
• Advanced Placement Classes

To see more about pros and cons of choosing Dual Enrollment or AP Classes, visit this page: College Credit Options 

• Probe Spring College Fairs: High School Students | Georgia Probe College Tour
• HBCU 7th Annual College Fair (South Gwinnett High School): January 31, 2026 (9am - 2pm)  8th Annual Greater Atlanta HBCU Fair
  **Students and parents are encouraged to attend college fairs for transitional planning.

Before you jump into looking at colleges, you must first begin by thinking about yourself and what you want from your college experience. Here are some questions to ask as you develop a college profile for your search:

Take a look at yourself (and be honest).

• What are your personal strengths and qualities of character? Are you independent, resourceful, creative, motivated, etc.?
• What kind of academic record do you have?
• Do you work to your potential or work to get by?
• Based on your answers, what level of challenge is realistic for you?
• Do you have any particular careers in mind?

Take a look at your finances.

• Do financial limitations affect your choice of college? Keep in mind that scholarships and financial aid may be available. Based on information that you provide about your family’s finances; the college will decide if you qualify for financial assistance.
• If you qualify for financial aid, how much debt can you reasonably handle after graduation based on your intended career plans?
• Will your family be able to help financially? Have a serious discussion with your family about finances and everyone’s expectations.
• Will you need to work to pay for college? If so, what options will you have and what kind of class load will you be able to handle? If you can only take a part-time load (fewer than 12 hours), be aware that you may not be eligible for some financial aid and scholarships, and it will take longer to complete your degree.

Take a look at your preferences.

• Do you want to commute from home, live on campus, or live on your own near campus?
• Do you want to attend college in a city or a small town?
• In what region of the country would you like to attend college?
• Is it important to you to be close to home or will you be coming home just for holidays and breaks?
• What size college appeals to you? How big is too big? How small is too small?
• Would you prefer a single-gender or co-ed college?
• Do schools you’re looking at have any rules or regulations of which you need to be aware? Can you handle them for four years?
• Do you want to participate in extracurricular activities? What activities are must-haves?
• Do you want an athletic program? Will it not feel like college to you if the school doesn’t have a winning football or basketball program?
• Do you need a gym, a swimming pool, or other recreational amenities?
• Do you want a strong creative arts program?
• Do you want an academically challenging program?
• Does the college offer your desired major?
• Do special programs, internships, work programs, study abroad options interest you?
• Do you want to join a sorority or fraternity? If not, does Greek life dominate the social scene?
• Do you want a campus that’s highly social, one that’s pretty focused on academics, or something in between?

Take a look at factors for each school.

• What will it cost?
• Where is it located?
• What scores, GPA, etc., are required for admissions?
• What percentage of applicants are admitted?
• What percentage of freshman receive financial aid?
• What is the school’s reputation for academics?
• What are the strongest programs or departments?
• Does the school have my likely major? Is the program well regarded?
• Will the school accept my AP/IB classes for credit?
• What is the average class size for underclassmen? For upperclassmen?
• Does the school offer additional programs (study abroad, internships, etc.) that are important to me?
• What percentage of graduates are in graduate school or have a job within six months of graduation?
• What is campus life like?
• Is it a commuter school where most students live at home or live nearby and go home on weekends?
• What are options for housing? (On-campus: single-gender dorms, co-ed dorms, apartment-style dorms; off- campus: apartment, condo, house or co-op.)

Finalize your college search and selection.

After considering these questions and developing a profile of what’s important to you in a college, start assembling a list of schools to consider. Talk to your counselor, your advisor, and your family to decide which schools offer you a good shot at admissions, are a good fit academically, and are possible with your family finances/financial aid options. Narrow your list to a handful of schools you could definitely get into, schools that you’d probably get into, and schools you would like to get into. Decide how many schools from each category you’ll apply to and develop a plan, noting deadlines, required materials, and application costs. Budget how much you can afford for application submission. If the submission cost for 12 or more schools is too high, narrow your search to 3-3-3.

• Colleges/universities where you feel you could definitely get in (Safety Schools). I’m at the high end academically for admitted students at…
• Colleges/universities where you probably would be admitted (Reach Schools). I’m in the middle academically so I feel pretty good about my chances at...
• Colleges/universities where you would like to be admitted (Dream Schools). These schools would be an academic stretch for me, but I’d like to try to go to…

Take a final look at your schools to make sure they meet your career plans. Make sure you meet the schools’ admissions requirements (GPA, exam scores, etc.). For schools that made the cut, find an application online or contact the college to request an application. Be aware of deadlines, required fees, etc. (Note: Some schools offer free or discounted fees if you complete your application online.) Make sure your application is complete before the deadline, including the submission of letters of recommendation, transcripts, and other required materials.

Sources: GCPS Counselors Marcia Arnold and William Blair

Can you imagine buying a home or a used car after just seeing a photo in a newspaper ad or on the Internet? Then, take a college tour and make the most of it!

Call ahead.

Most colleges and universities prefer advanced notice to set up a tour. Some schools allow you to book a tour online. Colleges you visit may have special information sessions as well. Set up a meeting with an admissions counselor, a financial aid advisor, with a professor or advisor in the major of interest to you, and, if possible, with a student from your hometown or with the same major. When you’ve narrowed down your search, you may want to check into an overnight visit at your top pick(s) during which you can stay in a dorm, attend a class, and tour the campus with a student guide. If an interview is required, make arrangements. (Remember to write a thank-you note to anyone with whom you formally meet— interviewer, admissions officer, professor, or coach.)

Visit while classes are in session.

Although summer might be the most convenient time, it is not the best time to experience a college. Try and visit while school is in full swing. Visit campuses in a range of sizes and different locales (city, town, suburbs). Applicants frequently alter their preferences after visiting a variety of schools. Observe how the faculty and students interact. Are the teachers interested in the students? Are students engaged in their classes? Do they ask questions (and get answers)?

Give yourself enough time, ask questions, and take notes.

One or two campuses a day is enough. Carry a note pad to write down comments, observations, and questions to help you make a decision later. Don’t ask about the student-faculty ratio. Instead, ask about the typical class size for freshmen and then for upper- classmen. Will you attend mainly lecture classes (50+ students) or smaller classes (fewer than 20)? If the college makes use of graduate students as teaching assistants, find out in what capacity and how often they serve. What is the college’s graduation rate? What percentage of students graduate “on time” in four years? What percentage of freshmen return for a second year? What percentage of graduates have a job or acceptance to graduate school within six months? Does the college have majors and minors in which you are interested? What reputation does your major have at the school? What’s the college’s policy for accepting AP/IB credits? What opportunities does the school have for special programs, internships, or study abroad?

Find out what academic support services are offered to students.

Ask what kind of advising or career counseling services the college offers. Does the college offer tutoring or courses to improve study skills, and, if so, is there an additional charge? Is there a writing center where a student can have a paper reviewed before it is submitted? Are there any mentoring programs for incoming first-year students to help them acclimate to the college and to college-level academics?

Read the student newspaper.

The school paper— in print or online— can give you a feel for the school community, issues that concern the students, and available activities and upcoming events.

Visit important places on campus.

Tour a couple of dorms. What are the housing options? Is housing guaranteed? Eat lunch in a dining hall. How’s the food? What are your options for a meal plan? Visit the library. Attend a sporting or cultural event. Hang out in the student center. Get a true feeling of how students live.

Talk to students you meet on campus.

Stop and talk with as many students as you can. Most college students will be more than willing to tell a prospective student what they like or dislike about their school. How does he or she feel walking around the campus at night? Is the student body diverse? What happens on the campus on the weekends? Does it empty out or is there plenty to do? Can freshmen have cars and are cars really necessary? What outstanding professors or courses might they recommend regardless of a student’s major?

E-mail a student or faculty member.

Most admissions counselors are happy to put prospective students in touch with a faculty member or student in their planned major. Ask a professor about special opportunities for study and scholarships for your major. Ask a student about best courses and professors and why he or she selected the major.

Tour the areas surrounding the campus.

Some colleges require students to live in dorms for all or at least the first year of their college career, but you may live off campus at some point. Check out what the area has to offer. If you won’t have a car, will college or community transportation run between student apartments and neighborhoods and the area of campus where you’ll have classes? Are groceries stores, bookstores, and other retail and entertainment businesses nearby? Do streets bordering campus appear safe and well-lit? Does the community have parks and other recreational facilities that fit your interests? If you’re a suburban or rural kid visiting an urban-based college, how comfortable are you with the downtown setting? If you like the city life, look around and make sure you’ll be happy at the small-town college.

Questions for a financial advisor:

• What is the total cost of attendance (tuition, fees, room and board?)
• What percentage of freshmen receive financial aid?
• What percentage of a student’s financial need is met by your institution?
• What is the average financial aid package?
• What percentage of the financial aid package is work study, loans, grants, and
  scholarships?
• Does the school participate in the federal student aid program?
• What’s the average student debt load at graduation?
• What financial aid applications are required?
• What are the deadlines for financial aid?

Questions for an admissions advisor:

• For successful applicants, what’s the average GPA? Average SAT/ACT score? Average class rank? (Top 10%, top 25%, etc.)
• What are the entrance requirements? (Number of credits by subject, foreign language, etc.)
• What’s required for application? (transcript, essay, recommendations, interview, etc.)
• What is the cost to apply?
• Do you accept an application from GaFutures.org, a school application, or the Common App?
• What are the school’s early action / early decision policy and deadlines? Deadlines for regular admission? Notification date?
• What is the acceptance rate?

Sources: GCPS Counselor JoAn Adams, SallieMae.com College Fair Checklist, GCPS’ Choice Book

• Hope Scholarship Explained
• FAFSA® Application | Federal Student Aid
  (must be completed each year starting with senior year of high school; this is how students apply for Federal Grants & Loans and how students apply for the HOPE/Zell Miller Scholarship)
• GAFutures.org
• HOPE & Zell Miller Scholarship
• HOPE & Zell Miller Grant
• HOPE Career Grant
• Financial Aid Checklist

Funding Options for College

• Financial Aid-Available to students meeting basic eligibility requirements, regardless of age or family income.
• Scholarships/Grants (free money): Academic / Athletic / Miscellaneous
• Loans (borrowed money): Parent / Student
• Military: Service/Education Agreements

Georgia's HOPE Scholarship is available to Georgia residents who have demonstrated academic achievement. The scholarship provides money to assist students with a portion of the tuition cost at a HOPE Scholarship eligible college or university. Georgia’s HOPE Scholarship has program eligibility requirements, academic requirements, and a length of eligibility. 

Visit the GAFutures page for full details about the HOPE Scholarship

HOPE Scholarship Rigor Requirements

Beginning with students graduating from high school on or after May 1, 2017, in order to be eligible to receive a HOPE Scholarship, a student must receive at least four credits in courses from the following categories listed below, prior to graduation from high school.

• Advanced Math, or an equivalent or higher course taken at an eligible high school or taken for degree level credit at an eligible postsecondary institution.
• Advanced Science, such as Chemistry, Physics, Biology II, or an equivalent or higher course taken at an eligible high school or taken for degree level credit at an eligible postsecondary institution.
• Advanced Placement courses in core subjects (English, Math, Science, Social Studies, and Foreign Language).
• Advanced Foreign Language courses taken at an eligible high school or taken for degree level credit at an eligible postsecondary institution.
• Courses taken at a unit of the University System of Georgia in core subjects where such classes are not remedial and developmental courses.

PHS Courses That Fulfill Rigor Requirements:

• English: AP Language and Composition, AP Literature and Composition
• Math: Accelerated Geometry, Advanced Algebra (Adv. Alg C&C), Pre-Calculus, Accelerated Pre-Calculus, Calculus, AP Calculus AB, AP Calculus BC, AP Statistics, Statistical Reasoning, Advanced Financial Algebra, Multivariable Calculus, Math of Industry and Government.
• Science: Chemistry, Physics, Microbiology, Human Anatomy/Physiology, Forensic Science, AP Biology, AP Chemistry, AP Physics I, AP Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism, AP Environmental Science, AP Computer Science A, AP Computer Science Principles, AP Physics C: Mechanics.
• Social Studies: AP Human Geography, AP World History, AP US History, AP Psychology, AP Government, AP Microeconomics, AP Macroeconomics, AP European History
• Foreign Language: Spanish II, Spanish III, Spanish IV, AP Spanish, French II, French III, French IV, AP French, German II, German III, German IV, AP German, Latin II, Latin III, Latin IV, AP Latin

HOPE Scholarship Frequently Asked Questions

Georgia public and private high school students can track their HOPE Scholarship status from high school through their GAfutures account at My High School HOPE GPA.

*Questions about how to access your Preliminary HOPE GPA on GAfutures.org may be directed to Ms. Mariella Ramos in the College and Career office. Questions about HOPE specifics such as qualifications, amount of tuition covered, or requirements (beyond what is covered in this guide) should be directed to the Georgia Student Finance Commission: Telephone: Toll-Free at 1-800-505-GSFC (4732) or in metro Atlanta (770) 724-9000.

A student can now send electronic transcripts to participating Georgia colleges using the GAfutures.org website. Electronic transcripts are free and are available for colleges in the state of Georgia only.

1. Sign into your account.
2. Click on “College Planning” tab at the top.
3. Scroll down through the list and select “My High School Transcript.”
4. Select “Parkview High School”
5. Click the college you want your transcript sent to.
6. Enter Social Security Number (SSN) if not listed already.
7. Click the “Acknowledge” square
8. Hit “Send”.

*Parkview HS must have your social security number on file to send transcripts through GAFutures. This option is only available to Georgia schools.

Georgia's vocational and technical schools offer career training opportunities with hands-on experience. They are some of the state's best learning bargains, and many of the programs can be started with little to no tuition costs.

Find out why technical/vocational schools may be the right choice for your higher education: https://www.tcsg.edu/why-tcsg/

See a list of Georgia's schools: https://www.tcsg.edu/find-a-college/

HOPE Career Grant

Students interested in entering a field in which there are plenty of job openings can choose to enroll in one of 18 programs of study for which FREE TUITION is available!

The HOPE Career Grant can be the boost a student needs to get started on a rewarding career in a well-paying job, and without accumulating a lot of student debt. It also helps Georgia employers by creating a pipeline of skilled workers they can hire well into the future. To learn more about available programs and locations which offer them, visit this page: Programs – TCSG | Technical College System of Georgia

To be eligible for the HOPE Career Grant, students must first qualify for and be receiving the HOPE Grant. Please review eligibility requirements below. The two grants together will cover all tuition in these 18 programs of study. Students will still be responsible for student fees and any equipment necessary, although in some cases, financial aid is available for those as well.

Eligibility for the HOPE Grant

Basic Eligibility
All HOPE programs require students to meet basic requirements. An eligible student must:

1. Meet HOPE's U.S. citizenship or eligible non-citizen requirements;
2. Be a legal resident of Georgia;
3. Meet enrollment requirements;
4. Be in compliance with Selective Service registration requirements;
5. Meet academic achievement standards;
6. Be in good standing on all student loans or other financial aid programs;
7. Be in compliance with the Georgia Drug-Free Postsecondary Education Act of 1990;
8. Not have exceeded the maximum award limits for any HOPE program;

Program Eligibility
Full-time enrollment in a certificate or diploma program is not required and students are not required to graduate from high school with a specific GPA, however, they must have a postsecondary cumulative 2.0 GPA, at certain checkpoints, in order to maintain eligibility.

Note:
A student who received a high school diploma (High School Postsecondary Graduation Opportunity Plan) by earning a technical college diploma or two technical college certificates, in one career pathway identified by the Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG), may be eligible for the HOPE Grant, up to 30 degree hours. the student must be enrolled in a diploma or certificate program at a TCSG institution in order to receive the HOPE Grant. After payment for 30 semester hours, the student is no longer eligible for HOPE Grant while enrolled in a degree level program. The student must then meet the HOPE Scholarship eligibility requirements at the 30 semester hour checkpoint.

Source: https://www.gafutures.org/hope-state-aid-programs/hope-zell-miller-grants/hope-grant/eligibility/

What is the military? In simple terms, the U.S. Armed Forces are made up of the five-armed service branches: Air Force, Army, Coast Guard, Marine Corps, and Navy. There are three general categories of military people: active duty (full-time soldiers and sailors), reserve & guard forces (usually work a civilian job, but can be called to full-time military duty), and veterans and retirees (past members of the military). Each branch of the military has a unique mission within the overall mission of U.S. security and peace.

• Military recruiters visit our school regularly. Speak to Ms. Mariella Ramos in the College and Career Center to schedule an appointment.
• Visit: military.com/join-armed-forces
• Visit: todaysmilitary.com/contact-a-recruiter

An apprenticeship allows you to work while learning the skills for a specific trade. It works for those students who do not want to go into full-time furthering education or higher education.

• Learn more about Work Based Learning Apprenticeships here: https://gawbl.org/benefits-of-yap
• More comprehensive information is available at apprenticeship.gov
• View some Georgia apprenticeship options here: https://careertrainingbase.com/apprenticeship-programs/georgia/
• Learn about other types of work-based learning here: https://gadoe.org/ctae/work-based-learning/

Visit the Georgia Department of Labor: dol.georgia.gov/find-job