Our Program
What is our NEW building address?
80 Nott Terrace
What is your teachers name?
Ms. Danielle
How many difficulty levels are there on the TABE Test?
4
Easy, Medium, Difficult, Advanced
When does the new school year begin?
(Hint: When do you ALWAYS need to do new paperwork?)
July
I would also accept 'the start of summer school'
The new school year, and new registration paperwork, starts on July 1st :)
Before joining class you must fill out registration paperwork and ____________________.
Take the TABE test/pre-test.
What is your case managers name?
Ms. Sarah
How many versions of the TABE test are there per level?
2
The current versions of the test alternate between 13 and 14, no matter your difficulty level.
Do you have to take all the subject for the GED at one time?
No.
You can take different sections of the test at different times
How do you know if you should focus on Reading or Math?
You focus on whatever you scored lower in.
How many hours of class do you need to have before post testing?
40 hours
Who is the staff member that runs testing?
Ms. Laura
What words are used to describe your level of mastery on your score report?
Non-Proficiency, Partial Proficiency, Proficiency
How could you possibly receive passing GED credits from high school?
(Hint: We ask about this during intake)
Passing a regents exam.
For example, if you passed your Global History Regents Exam in 9th grade, you get credit for passing the Social Studies section on the GED after you fill out an attachment R form.
What test do you take to see if you are ready for the real GED?
The GED Ready!
This exam is about half the length of the real GED and is designed to help individuals determine if they are ready for the real exam.
If your attendance is consistently poor, and you don't complete your initial post test, what consequences could ensue?
You could be dismissed from the program, and/or denied the opportunity to attend in the future.
Who is our building secretary?
(Hint: She is the person you talk to when you call the school)
Ms. Angela
What does it mean to make gain?
It means to go up to a new NRS level in your lowest subject.
What is the passing score for each section of the GED exam?
145
Scores of 165-174 are considered "College Ready," and scores of 175-200 are "College Ready + Credit," which may earn you college credits.
How do you sign up for the GED?
You will have to go to your account on GED.com, and schedule the exam online.
Make sure to schedule it through Schenectady City School District, at 422 Mumford St.
What are some decisions that will get you sent home from school?
Name at least two in order to get full points!
Coming to school smelling like weed,
Vaping or smoking on school property,
Being consistently disruptive or disrespectful,
Getting physically involved with staff or other students
Other answers may be accepted
Name one of our two administrators.
If you get both I will give you 300 extra bonus points!
Ms. Raetz - Assistant Director
Mr. Roylance - Director
What TABE level and score should you be on before you are recommended to take the GED?
Level D, NRS 5
If you don't pass, how long must you wait before repeating the same section of the exam?
For 100 bonus points, how many times can you take each section in a year?
60 days between retaking.
Can take the full exam 3 times in one year.
How do you get your scores?
and
How do you get your diploma?
Your scores will appear online through your GED account.
Your diploma will be mailed to you after you pass all 4 subtests.