History of AmeriCorps
What are 3 benefits of serving with AmeriCorps?
Living Allowance (Stipend), Education Award, Loan Forbearance, Professional Experience, Health Insurance, Child Care
Buddy Dyer
What is the tallest mammal on Earth?
Giraffe
What is one thing you should have on at all times on campus?
1) Badge
2) Uniform
Who can you reach out to if you are struggling in your role?
1) Program Manager
2) Team Lead
What does AmeriCorps NCCC stand for?
AmeriCorps National Civilian Community Corps
What are the 3 main focus areas for the City of Orlando's Operation AmeriCorps program?
- Completion of graduation requirements
- Planning for post-graduation
- Job readiness and training
What is the process of a caterpillar turning into a butterfly called?
Metamorphosis
Who should you inform if you will not be on campus at your scheduled time?
1) Program Manager
2) Team Lead
3) Teacher/Counselor
How should you notify your program manager if you have missed a time punch?
In writing!
Which bill, signed by President Truman, allocates the dollars that ultimately pay for your Education Award?
G.I. Bill
In what year did the City of Orlando partner with AmeriCorps?
2013
What is the capital of Australia?
Canberra
How often should your team be meeting together on-campus?
Once a week
What 2 things should you check everyday?
1) GroupMe
2) AmeriCorps email
Which branch of AmeriCorps is our program in?
AmeriCorps State and National
What is the name of the state service commission that monitors, funds, and supports the City of Orlando's AmeriCorps programs?
Volunteer Florida
What is the hardest mineral?
Diamond
Name 3 prohibited/unallowable activities.
•Act in a staff capacity on campus (no paid substituting, coaching, test administering)
•Participate in fundraising activities
•Be left alone with a student(s) for an extended period of time (use best judgment)
•Participate in protests or strikes
•Engage in/endorse political activities
•Engage in religious instruction
•Participate in voter registration
•Provide election, polling, or census-related support
When are member reviews conducted?
Mid-year and End-of-year
Which president created the Peace Corps in 1960?
President Kennedy
The City of Orlando is an Education-focused program. What are the other 5 National Service Focus Areas?
Healthy Futures, Economic Opportunity, Veterans and Military Families, Disaster Services, Environmental Stewardship
What is the longest river in the United States?
Missouri River
What is the first thing you should do when you arrive on-campus each day?
What are the first 3 steps of the disciplinary action process?
1) Oral Counseling
2) Written Reprimand
3) Correction Action Plan
4) Plan progress/Assessment
5) Dismissal