AHS
Communication
Amsterdam Trivia
Workplace Skills
Ms. Egelston
100

What system does Ms. Egelston use to post assignments?

Google Classroom

100

When is Ms. Egelston available to meet?

Before/after school by appointment

100

What year was Amsterdam incorporated as a city?

1885

100

What does being punctual mean?

To be on time

100

Where did Ms. Egelston go to college?

SUNY Oswego

200

What system is used for hall passes?

eHall Pass

200

What's the best way to get ahold of Ms. Egelston?

School Email

200

What popular 1980s toy was mass produced in Amsterdam?

The Cabbage Patch Doll

200

Define time management

Being able to effectively plan, prioritize, and organize get tasks done within a specific time frame

200

What's Ms. Egelston's dog's name?

Lola

300

What is the AHS Principal's name?

Mr. Gennett

300

What is the school's cell phone policy?

Off and away during the day

300

What famous actor was born and raised in Amsterdam, NY?

Kirk Douglas

300

Define adaptability

Being able to respond effectively to changes
300

Ms. Egelston owned her own business for a number of years-what did her business do?

Kayak tours

400

What's the Amsterdam mascot?

The Ram

400

What do you need to bring to every class?

Your Chromebook and a pencil

400

What was the major industry in Amsterdam through the 1950s?

The Carpet industry

400

Why is it important to be punctual?

To be considerate of other people's time

400

What nerdy organization is Ms. Egelston a part of?

The Historic Amsterdam League

500

What's the 10/10 Rule?

No passes in the first/last 10 minutes

500

What is the platform used for sending messages home to parents?

Parent Square

500

What exit is Amsterdam on the NYS Thruway?

Exit 27

500

Why would creativity be an essential workplace skill?

Being able to come up with new ideas and solutions to problems! $$$$

500

What era of music did Ms. Egelston survive?

The emo era