College Prep & Coding Advisory

Pop Culture

100

This “King of Pop” released Thriller, one of the best-selling albums of all time, in 1982.

Michael Jackson

200

becoming the first male Latin artist to win Artist of the Year at the MTV Video Music Awards, and receiving the first Grammy nomination for Album of the Year for a Spanish-language

Bad Bunny

300

What R&B singer's real name is Solána Imani Rowe?

SZA

400

This actress became famous for her lead role as Rue on Euphoria.

Zendaya

500

In what year did the Yankees win their last World Series title?

2009

Academics

100

How many credits do you need to graduate high school 

44 credits 

200

As we get close to applying to college and filling out forms to receive extra money to pay for college ...What is the difference between a Grant and Loan ?

Grant:

• Definition: A grant is a sum of money given by an organization, government, or institution to an individual or entity for a specific purpose, typically based on need or merit.
• Repayment: Grants do not need to be repaid. Once the grant is awarded, the recipient does not owe anything back.
• Common Uses: Grants are often given for educational purposes, research projects, or specific community or organizational needs.

Loan:

• Definition: A loan is a sum of money borrowed from a financial institution, government, or individual, which must be paid back with interest over time.
• Repayment: Loans must be repaid, typically in installments over a set period of time, often with added interest.
• Common Uses: Loans are commonly used for personal expenses, such as education, home purchases, or business start-up costs.

300

What does FAFSA stand for?

Free Application for Student Aid

400

Name the three types of diplomas you can receive in New York  State.

1. Local diploma

2. Advanced Regents Diploma

3. Regents Diploma  

500

How many credits on average do you need to graduate with a Bachelor's degree?

120

GEAR UP

100

Who is you GEAR UP Academic Advisor?

DUH Ms. Ari :)

200

What are the two University's that GEAR UP Partners with to provide you precollege courses?

Brown University and Harvard University 

300

What does GEAR UP stand for?

Gaining Early Awareness and Readiness for Undergraduate Programs 

400

Yes or no Question will you still be a GEAR UP student after graduating High School?

Yes, GEAR UP will be moving up with you after high school and checking in on you no matter your plans. 

500

Name AT LEAST 5 schools GEAR UP works with ....

CIMS, Bronxdale, Celia Cruz, IN-Tech, New World, BGLJ, Kappa, JBA, Pelham Prep, West Bronx Academy

Colleges

100

Many students in college live in these buildings on campus, which are often called “dorms.” What does “dorm” stand for?

dormitory

200

Name 5 SUNY colleges.

64 Institutions:

Binghamton University 

New Paltz

Suny Albany 

Cortland 

Buffalo state/University 

300

Name 5 CUNY colleges

25 Institutions:

BCC, Lehman, Hunter, John Jay, City,

Baruch College, BMCC, Queens College, BK College, 

 Hostos Community College

400

What kind of degree do you need to become a professor at a college?

PhD

500

What is the program College Now? and what is the maximum amount of credits a high school student can earn?

College Now is a free program that helps New York City public high school students prepare for college and transition to higher education: High school students can earn a maximum of 15 college credits through the program, which means they can take roughly five college-level courses before graduating high school. 

Advisory

100

Tell me at least three USEFUL study techniques that students use. 

Re reading their notes from class.

Forming study groups.

Practice questions.

Breaking down topics 

Taking breaks and going back to studying or finishing a problem 

200

What is the Pomodoro Technique?

This is the name for a process of reviewing material over increasing intervals of time, helping to reinforce long-term memory.

300

What is the recommended amount of sleep for teenagers?

According to research, the optimal amount of sleep for high school students to improve focus and memory is between 7-9 hours per night.

400

As we discuss SMART goals what is the acronym for SMART?

Specific 

Measurable 

Achievable 

Relevant 

Time-bound 

500

What is the Feynman Technique?

The term for learning through teaching others, which helps to reinforce your own understanding of the material.