Freshman Studies 101
Western High School
Graduation Requirements
ACT Essays and Cover Letters
Vroegh Trivia
100

What is the main purpose of Freshman Studies class?

To help you have a smooth transition to high school and make decisions for a successful future.

100

What does WOW stand for?

Warrior Opportunity Wednesday

100

What does GPA stand for? 

Grade Point Average

100

What does a cover letter help you get?

A job! Cover letters introduce you to the employer and give them the necessary information to hire you.

100

How long has Mrs. Vroegh been teaching at Western?

This is my first year at Western!

200

What two important categories do you check on for your FS Asynchronous WOW assignment?

Grades and Attendance!

200

What is Western's mascot/team name?

The Warriors!

200

What are the different diploma types offered at Western High School?

Standard Diploma, Advanced Diploma, and College and Career Ready Diploma (CCR)

200

How many paragraphs is the ACT Essay?

3 Paragraphs

200

Where did Mrs. Vroegh live before moving to Las Vegas?

Arizona

300

What does Freshman Studies show up as on your transcript? What subject/category is it considered?


Elective Credit

300

How many absences during ONE semester earn you denial of credit in a class?

11 absences

300

How many Science credits do you need to graduate with a CCR Diploma?

3 Credits

300

What two things do you need to include in your body paragraph of the ACT?

1. A real-world example to support your perspective

2. Disagree with another perspective that you did NOT choose

300

Does Mrs. Vroegh have any pets?

2 Dogs - Bodey and Max

400

Which two writing assignments will we complete EVERY quarter in Freshman studies?

The Cover Letter and the ACT Essay!

400

What is the program that comes into class once a month to teach social skills? When/why can you go see them?

Boystown. You can see them anytime during the school day for a cool-down space or to discuss any concerns you're having about your learning or emotions.

400

What are the different types of GPA? Why are they different? 

Weighted: Honors and AP classes give extra “GPA points” to a weighted GPA. (.025 = Honors, .05 = AP)

Unweighted: Average score from all grades in all classes. No extra “GPA points” included

400

If you want to get hired, how many mistakes are you allowed to make in your cover letter? (Spelling errors, formatting errors, missing sections, etc.)

NONE! ZERO! Cover letters will be tossed to the side if they are submitted with errors. Attention to detail MATTERS!

400

What state was Mrs. Vroegh born in?

Arizona

500

Who are the other Freshman Studies teachers? (3)

Ms. Smith, Ms. Goodman, and Ms. Vroegh

500

What is the address for Western High School?

4601 W Bonanza Rd

Las Vegas, NV 89107

500

What are Flex Credits? What can be counted as a Flex credit?

2nd/3rd yr. CTE course, a 4th year of math, a 3rd year of science, or a 3rd year of social studies

500

What are the three parts of a thesis statement? Which one is considered your "argument?"

1. Topic

2. Claim (THIS section is your opinion/argument!)

3. Reasons

500

What nationality does the name "Vroegh" come from?

Dutch

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