Mike Rowe Works
College Finances
College Applications
Western High School
Ms. Dringoli Trivia!
100

List 2 topics that Mike Rowe has taught us about.

Gratitude, Happiness, Opportunity, Passion, Debt, Safety/Compliance, Distinguishing Myself, Complaining

100

How much does college cost?

Trick question! It can cost anywhere from $0 - $100,000 per year! It all depends on the school and your financial plan.

100

What year of high school will you apply to college?

Senior year

100

What does WOW stand for?

Warrior Opportunity Wednesday

100

How long has Ms. Dringoli been teaching at Western?

3 years

200

How many pledges/lessons are included in the curriculum?

12 lessons/pledges

200

What is the difference between a grant and a loan?

A grant is awarded money and you do not need to pay it back. A loan must be repaid.

200

What is the college admission test you will take in 11th grade?

The ACT

200

How many credits do you need to graduate from Western with a standard diploma?

23

200

Where did Ms. Dringoli live before moving to Las Vegas?

Massachusetts

300

If you are selected for the program after this year, what can the program help you pursue in the future?

Technical/trade school of your choice.

300

What do you have to do to recieve a scholarship?

Find scholarship details, submit the application with your info, and write an essay if required.

300

What is a 4-year college degree called?

A "Bachelor's Degree"

300

How many absences during ONE semester earn you denial of credit in a class?

10 absences

300

Does Ms. Dringoli have any pets?

2 cats and a German Shepherd dog!

400

What is the TV show Mike Rowe is known for? What did he do on the show?

Dirty Jobs. Mike did different jobs in each episode to show the American public jobs that are not usually thought about daily and all the work that is required to complete them.

400

Name the 3 options for financing your college education.

Grants, scholarships, loans

400

Name 2 things you should consider when choosing a college.

Price, location, programs of study, student population, distance from home/family, number of students.

400

When did Western High School first open?

1960

400

When is Ms. Dringoli's birthday? How old is she?

July 11th - I'm 27!

500

List 5 jobs that are considered "trades."

  • Automotive Technology

  • Aviation Technology

  • Carpentry

  • Commercial Driving

  • Construction

  • Diesel Technology

  • Electrical Technology

  • Emergency Medical Technician

  • Farming & Agriculture

  • Cosmetology


    • Barbering

    • Culinary

    • Fire Science & Technology

    • Heavy Equipment Operation

    • HVAC

    • Machinery

    • Manufacturing

    • Marine Technology

    • Pipefitting

    • Plumbing

    • Welding

500

What does FAFSA stand for?

Free Application for Federal Student Aid

500

Name 4 things included in your college application packet.

Transcript, GPA, Class Rank, ACT score, SAT score, AP scores, Teacher recs, PERSONAL STATEMENTS/College Essay, Resume

500

How many assistant principals do we have on campus?

7
500

Where is Ms. Dringoli moving to this summer?

Upstate New York!