General
High school has how many semesters?
2!
TRUE or FALSE: I have a big sports tournament coming up and a performance, and am unable to complete my homework. I can tell my teacher ahead of time and can be excused from the homework.
FALSE! You may ask for an extension on projects or let your teacher know what's going on, however, your homework and assignments are YOUR responsibility. You must just manage your time and priorities!
What is the average % taken off per late day on an assignment or project?
Depends on the teacher, but usually around 10%
TRUE or FALSE: Most of the same classes can be found around one another in the same hallway/floor/space in high school.
TRUE!
What did Ms. T was the scariest moment for her while teaching high school and WHY was it wrong?
A school emergency evacuation.
It is never okay to pull a prank like that! It causes so much distress and is inappropriate school behaviour.
I didn't take drama as my art credit, I took visual arts instead, but I really want to experience drama. What can I do?
Join the drama or theatre club at your school! They are amazing and so much fun!
Where can you make friends? List two places that we have discussed.
In your homeroom class (first class of the day) and at clubs/sports as you have shared interests!
How many total credits are needed to graduate high school? What is a valedictorian?
Answers may vary to an extent!
Universities look at your top _____ courses in grade 12.
6!
TRUE or FALSE: Ms. T did IB (International Baccalaureate) in high school, all years of high school.
This is true!
For 300 points, list 3 ways that high school will be different from elementary (grade 8).
Answers will be deemed worthy by Simar and Ms. T! Muhahaha
What should you do if you see someone cheating in high school on a test?
You should tell your teacher. Cheating is unacceptable. If you are afraid to "snitch", please tell them privately in an email. The teacher will 100% respect your confidentiality. Plus, this shows integrity on your part!
What does G.P.A stand for?
Grade Point Average
Who is the best person to go to talk about planning out your courses AND how do you know which person is assigned to you?
Your guidance counsellor! They are usually assigned by your last name. They are all fantastic, so don't worry, they're there to help you! :)
Where did Ms. T go to high school? List the city :)
Calgary!
When are volunteer hours due and why are they required?
They are due in grade 12 in order to be able to graduate!
What does it mean to remain humble?
Answers may vary!
What are the three main science courses? Which ones must I take in order to go into medicine?
Chemistry, Biology and Physics. You must take all 3 if you want to go into the medical field!
What two places are food not allowed in high school?
In Science class and in labs (lab classrooms and during labs as well)!
What course did Simar take in summer school and how was she rewarded in grade 12?
She took math and she will get a spare next year in grade 12!
Name 6 places and "jobs" that you can do that can count towards your volunteer hours.
Answers will be deemed worthy by teachers!
List 5 social "no nos" in high school.
Answers may vary!
What is the word for a course that you need to take in order to be able to take the next one?
What can you do during lunch and a spare?
How many slides were in Simar's presentation in total?
Ask Simar :)