Credits
Emails & Clubs
Blackboard
Transcripts
Fun Facts
100

How many credits do you need to earn to be a Sophomore?

5 credits with 3 of the 5 being core classes

100

When writing a subject for an email, what should you consider?

It needs to be specific not vague, you should not leave it blank and it should tell the person what the email is about

100

What does a Z in the grade book mean?

z=missing 

100

What does GPA stand for?

Grade point average 

100
What month is Medina's birthday 

September

200

What classes are considered core classes?

Language Arts, Social Studies, Science, Math, and World Language

200

What does it mean to CC someone on an email?

The email is not directly for the person cc'd but you want them to get the email to know that it was sent. 
200

What does an X in the grade book mean?

x = exempt, it means you do not have to do the assignment 

200

Where can you find the total number of credits earned and class rank on a transcript?

Bottom left corner

200

What is Ms. Medina's sign? 

Libra

300

How many credits do you need to graduate from Manchester High School?

25 credits 

300

How can I find out when and where a club meets?

You can email the advisor. 

300

In math class, how much are assessments weighted?

75% for CP, 80% for Honors 

300

If a student has a GPA of a 3.6, what numerical grade does that equate to?

B+ 

300

What is Ms. Medinas favorite candy? 

Sour patches 
400

How many credits do you earn for a full year class, half year class, and quarter long class

1.0, .05, and .25 

400

Why is it important to get involved in clubs and activities?

Colleges look to see that you are involved outside of the classroom. It is good to put on your resume (build student profile). 

400

How often should you check your grades on Blackboard

Every other day 

400

How do you know if a student has taken college level courses?

ECE, UCONN, or AP will be on the transcript 

400

Who is Ms. Medina's child? 

None, I love them all the same! 

500

What is the highest number of credits you can earn in one school year?

8 credits 

500

What happens when you send something inappropriate or say something inappropriate in an email? 

All emails are filtered and flagged. You can get disciplined including ISS for sending something inappropriate. 

500
What is the difference between skill practice and assessments? Which type of activity is typically worth more?

Skill practice activities typically consistent of classwork and homework. Assessments are tests that measure how much you know the material. Assessments are typically worth more because there are fewer given. 

500

In order to get into a good college, what should be on your transcript?

High GPA, college level classes, minimum of 25 credits 

500

What makes Ms. Medina catch an attitude?

Disrespect and when I'm hungry