History of National Service
This year the MCC was established.
What is 1983
Members who successfully complete their service earn this.
What is AmeriCorps Education Award
Injuries must be reported to MCC within this many hours.
What is 48 hours.
What is the first step in MCC's progressive disciplinary procedure?
Counseling
Wear your MCC shirt while volunteering at a community cleanup on Saturday?
Yes, if you are representing MCC appropriately
This organization inspired the creation of conservation corps during the Great Depression.
What is Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC)
True or False. MCC members receive traditional paid vacation and sick leave.
What is False.
You break a tool but don't tell anyone because it still kind of works. Is this okay?
Can members vote during service hours?
Technically yes. Members are encouraged to vote and may request time to vote during service hours.
Organize a political rally during your AmeriCorps service hours.
No. Political activities during service are prohibited.
This is the MCC's mission.
What is to accomplish conservation initiatives that inspire people and enhance communities.
MCC members may be pulled from their service projects and deployed by Volunteer Maine to assist with what?
Is teleservice ever allowed?
Yes, but rarely
How often do members receive a living allowance?
Weekly
Write a federal grant proposal to AmeriCorps during your service.
No. Members may not write grant applications to the federal government.
It's 1961. National service expanded beyond conservation to communities worldwide. What program was established?
Peace Corps
You finish 200 of a 300 hour term but quit because you're unhappy with your placement. Are you eligible for an Education Award?
No. This is not considered a compelling personal circumstance
What is an example of social media content that is considered midconduct?
Misuse of PPE, making fun of others, posting confidential or private information, linking your account to A/C or MCC and posting hateful or violent language, posting unprofessional videos, etc.
Can MCC members serve on projects on Federal Lands, like the Appalachian Trail?
Yes
Your friend volunteers at your project. They forgot to complete the volunteer assignment agreement, but they are only helping for an hour. Can they start volunteering?
No. All volunteers must complete a volunteer assignment agreement before beginning service.
What was established first - MCC or AmeriCorps
MCC in 1983. AmeriCorps in 1993.
Name two benefits besides the education award.
Living allowance, health insurance (if eligible), Maine State Park Pass, pre-apprenticeship program, Member Assistance Program, Workers Comp, Student Loan forbearance, workforce development
False. Music is prohibited while operating tools.
Name two of the four MCC programs.
Field Team, Environmental Steward, Community Tree Steward, Shore Corps Steward
Name two MCC staff members and their titles.
Taylor, Mack, Christy, Abi, Finn, Graeme, Dena