COLLEGE ADMISSIONS
What is a GPA?
A student's grade point average is the equivalent of his or her average for curriculum course work. Each letter grade has an equivalent point value: A = 4 points, B = 3 points, C = 2, D = 1 and F = 0.
YOUR GPA WILL HAVE A HUGH IMPACT ON WHETHER YOU CAN ATTEND THE COLLEGE OF YOUR DREAMS!
What is a college major and minor?
A college major is a student's chosen field of study and a minor is a student's secondary field of study.
What is a transcript?
A student's academic record.
What is FORNITE?
Fortnite is an upcoming survival video game, developed by People Can Fly and Epic Games, who will also publish the game. Players must gather resources to build and protect the objectives, and waves start when all the players agree.
The TRIO program only serves middle school students? (TRUE OF FALSE)?
FALSE- The TRIO program works with middle school AND high school students.
What are some things that you can do to decide which college to attend?
Possible Answers:
Talk with TRIO advisor to explore options, College Tours, Research the school online, call the admissions office to ask questions about the school
What is a residence hall?
A place where college students live while attending school.
What is an alumni?
People who have graduated from the college.
What are Crocs?
The tops of Crocs look like crocodile snouts from the side. Presto! Crocs was born. Crocs are made from a material called Croslite, a "proprietary closed-cell resin" that is neither plastic nor rubber and was developed by Crocs predecessor Foam Creations.Jul 16, 2007
Name three administrators at TMS (PEOPLE IN CHARGE)?
Principal- Mr. Leake
Assistant Principal- Ms. Posley
Assistant Principal- Ms. Basam
Athletic Director- Mr. Blue
What is the SAT and ACT?
These letters are acronyms for the American College Test and the Scholastic Aptitude Test. Both tests are designed to measure a student's level of knowledge in basic areas such as math, science, English, and social studies. Colleges may require the results of either the ACT or SAT before granting admission.
What is financial aid?
Financial Aid is financial assistance offered to students who have a financial need and is made available from grants, scholarships and loans.
What is tuition?
Tuition is the amount paid for each credit hour of enrollment. Tuition does not include the cost of books, fees, or room and board. Tuition charges vary from college to college.
What city is nicknamed the Big Apple?
NEW YORK CITY!
What are some of the activities that you can participate in with TRIO?
College Visits,Lunch and Learns,College Planning, Financial Planning, Field Trips, Scholarship Search, College Application Assistance & Cultural Activities.
What are ways to increase your chances of being admitted into college?
Possible Answers:
High GPA, HIGH SCORE ON ACT/SAT,EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES, COMMUNITY SERVICE, GREAT RECOMMENDATIONS, STUDY HARD, VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE
What is an academic advisor?
Your academic advisor will help you choose the correct courses, review the course requirements in the program you have chosen to pursue, and help you with any academic problems you may encounter
What is FAFSA?
Free Application for Federal Student Aid (allows students with a financial need to apply for loans and grants that will help pay for college)
What city is named the City of Angels?
Los Angeles!
What does SMOD stand for at TMS?
Standard Mode of Dress!
Briefly explain College Admissions.
The process by which a prospective student submits the required forms and credentials to his/her chosen institution. Application criteria may include one or more of the following: previous academic records, test scores, interviews, recommendations, and other information provided by the applicant.
What are Prerequisite Courses?
This is a condition or requirement that must be met before enrolling in a course. To satisfy a prerequisite, you must receive a "C" or better in the course to advance to the next class.
The syllabus includes college, school, and departmental information and explains expectations, policies and requirements for a particular course.
What are the current Middle School Trends?
Possible Answers:
Chokers (both guys & girls, mainly girls).
Knee socks beneath basketball shorts (Guys).
Earrings (both guys & girls).
Long hair being cut into short hair/bobs (Girls).
Crop tops (Girls).
Ripped jeans (Both girls & guys, but mainly girls).
Overalls — shorts or full jeans and an under shirt (Girls).
Scrunchies — on wrist, ankle, or in hair (Girls).
Instagram (Both guys & girls).
Memes (Both guys & girls).
Thigh-high socks (Girls).
Dyed hair (Both guys & girls).
Box braids/pigtails (Girls).
Messy buns (Both guys & girls, mainly girls).
Name two events that TRIO took this summer?
WSSU tour
Forsyth Tech
Civil Rights Museum
Lebauer Park
Kaleideum
NC Zoo