FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

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STATE BOARD OF EDUCATION

Dr. Eric J. Smith

Commissioner of Education

T. WILLARD FAIR,

Chairman

Members

DR. AKSHAY DESAI

ROBERTO MARTÍNEZ

PHOEBE RAULERSON

KATHLEEN SHANAHAN

LINDA K. TAYLOR

October 14, 2008

M E M O R A N D U M

TO:

District Student Services Directors

High School Guidance Supervisors

High School Guidance Counselors

Community College Student Services Directors

State University Student Services Directors

FROM:

Dr. Eric J. Smith

SUBJECT:

2008-09

Florida Counseling for Future Education Handbook

More than ever, Florida students depend on guidance counselors for accurate information and careful

academic planning. Students and parents count on current and accurate information from counselors

regarding Florida’s State University System admission requirements, 2+2 program and guaranteed

articulation agreement, acceleration mechanisms, and other postsecondary transition options.

One valuable resource for counselors is the

Florida C

ounseling for Future Education Handbook

. This

publication, updated annually, provides a comprehensive reference guide to postsecondary education in

Florida. Sections taken directly from the

Handbook

can be used as handouts at parent meetings, advising

sessions, or as supplements to a school’s own curriculum guide. The

Handbook

is available at

www.FACTS.org, under Counselors and Educators > Advising Manuals.

We hope you find the 2008-09

Florida Counseling for Future Education Handbook

helpful, and welcome

your input for future improvements. The dedicated work of guidance counselors is greatly appreciated.

Best wishes for an outstanding academic year in Florida!

EJS/hsa

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