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JMG and extra "Credit"
Philanthropy, OH JOY!
Maine, Law, Death and Taxes
Get a JOB!
Miscellaneous
100
Write what JMG stands for on the board. Spelling and grammar count.
Jobs for Maine's Graduates
100
What does JOY stand for?
What is Jumpstart Our Youth
100
What is the current minimum wage in Maine?
$7.50
100
What 2 things should you have ready with your application when trying to get a job?
Resume and Cover Letter
100
What term is used when someone is treated unfairly in the workforce?
Discrimination
200
2 ways to build credit
Pay bills on time, savings account, pay credit card balance each month.
200
Who did we award $1000 to this year?
What is Red Cross
200
What is a W-4?
The form that tells your employer the amount of taxes to withhold from your earnings
200
What should NOT be used on an application
What is a pencil
200
How much notice MUST a landlord give you before raising rent?
What is 30 days
300
Name 3 things you can be charged interest on.
Car loan, credit card, college loan, mortgage
300
What are 3 different ways you can be a philanthropist?
What is volunteering your time, donating money, bringing awareness to a given cause.
300
What is the maximum number of days in a row someone under 18 can work?
6
300
How much time do you have to make a first impression?
What is 5-10 seconds
300
What does GNAP stand for?
What is Greeting, Name, Association, Purpose
400
Name 3 of the 4 goals of the Career Association
1. Leadership Development 2. Career Prep 3. Social Awareness 4. Civic Affairs
400
Define Selfless
What is the act of putting others before you
400
What is a W-2?
A form used by your employer to report tax withholdings.
400
If hired, what is the usual length of time for a probationary period at a new job?
1-6 months
400
Name 3 kinds of background checks that can be made by employers to see if a candidate has an accurate history
Criminal, Driving, Educational, past employers
500
Who is the President of JMG?
Craig Larrabee
500
Define Philanthropy
What is the desire to promote the welfare of others
500
What does FICA stand for?
Federal Insurance Contribution Act
500
What is the name of the Federal Agency that makes sure safety laws and regulations are being followed by employers?
OSHA (Bonus if student can say what acronym stands for) Occupational Safety and health Administration
500
What is a fiscal year?
A 12 month period between settlements of financial accounts