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AP Classes
What are AP classes?
AP classes are college-level courses offered in highschool
What does the acronym "GPA" stand for?
Grade Point Average
What is an extracurricular activity?
An extra academic activity that a student performs outside of their normal classwork.
What is the mascot of UCSC?
Banana Slug!
What are Honors courses?
Honors courses are higher-level classes that are more fast-paced and cover more material than regular classes.
What is a transcript?
A document of a students permanent academic record
What is community service?
A non-paying job performed by one person or a group of people for the benefit of their community
Which Muppet gave a graduation speech at Southampton College?
Kermit the Frog
What kind of test is an SAT or ACT?
Standardized tests for college admissions
What is the score of a perfect GPA?
4.0
Name two ways you can get involved in extracurriculars!
Joining sports, joining clubs, doing volunteer work, applying for internships
Who did Binghamton University make ramps for?
Salamanders!
How can you earn college credit for AP classes?
By passing the AP exam with a 3 or higher
How many GPA points are you awarded for an "F" letter grade?
Zero
Name two benefits of participating in extracurricular activities
Improving academic success, boosting resume, boosting college applications, joining social groups, etc.
What is our closest UC school?
University of California Santa Cruz!
What is the highest score you can get on the SAT?
1600
Why is GPA important?
There is often a minimum GPA required for certain activities and if you don’t have that GPA, you won’t be able to get them
What is Youth SERVE?
A local nonprofit program dedicated to connecting youth 11-17 with volunteer opportunities.
What is our closest CSU school?
California State University Monterey Bay!