CLASSES, AGES, AND GRADE LEVELS
What do Americans call students in their first year of high school (usually age 14-15)?
Freshmen (9th grade)
What is the most popular sport played in American high schools during the fall season?
American Football
What is Prom?
A formal dance for high school students, usually for juniors and seniors
What do students wear at their graduation ceremony?
A cap and gown
What is homecoming?
A fall celebration where alumni return to school. It usually includes a football game and dance
What are the four grade levels in American high school called?
Freshman, Sophomore, Junior, Senior
What activity involves students debating topics and giving speeches competitively?
Debate Team
What do you call the person you invite to prom with you?
Your Prom date
What are the two most common standardized tests for college admission?
The SAT and the ACT
What is a "senior prank"?
A harmless joke or trick that graduating seniors play on their last day or week of school
At what age do most American students typically graduate from high school?
17 or 18 years old
What do you call the group of students who perform at sports games to encourage the crowd?
Cheerleaders
What is a "promposal?"
A creative way to ask someone to prom
What is a diploma?
The certificate students receive when they graduate from high school
What is spirit week?
A week of themed dress-up days and activities to show school pride
What does "GPA" stand for and what is the highest possible GPA?
Grade Point Average, 4.0
What is the difference between JV and Varsity sports teams?
JV (Junior Varsity) is for younger/less experienced players, Varsity is the main/advanced team
What are the typical things students do before prom?
Get ready with friends, take photos, eat dinner, rent a limo or special transportation
What is the difference between early decision, early action, and regular admission for college?
Early decision is binding, early action is non-binding early application, regular admission is the standard deadline
What is a "class ring"?
A ring with the school name and graduation year
What are electives and give two examples?
Optional classes students can choose, like Art, Photography, Computer Science, Drama, etc.
Name three popular clubs that students might join besides sports.
Student Government, Drama Club, National Honor Society, Science Club, etc.
What is "prom court" and who gets crowned?
A group of popular students nominated for prom king and queen; one king and one queen are chosen
What does it mean to get a "full ride" scholarship?
A scholarship that pays for all college expenses (tuition, room, board, etc.)
What happens during "senior skip day"?
An unofficial tradition where seniors don't come to school on a chosen day near the end of the year