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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