WorksheetsThrive Scholars Staff Handbook Quiz
Total questions: 57
Worksheet time: 29mins
What is the mission of Thrive Scholars?
To provide financial aid to all students
To help high-achieving, underrepresented students from economically disadvantaged communities get into and graduate from Thrive Recommended Colleges
To offer sports scholarships to talented athletes
To provide online courses for all students
How long has Thrive been working to support upward economic mobility through higher education?
10 years
15 years
20 years
25 years
What percentage of Thrive Scholars were graduating from top colleges ten years after the program started?
70%
80%
90%
100%
What was a significant issue faced by high school students in the Thrive program?
Lack of interest in STEM majors
Lack of preparation for rigorous coursework at top colleges
Lack of extracurricular activities
Lack of financial support
What change did Thrive Scholars implement in 2012 to provide more support?
Increased financial aid
Introduced a Summer Academy experience
Offered online courses
Provided more AP courses
What are the three areas that Thrive Academies seek to support and strengthen for scholars?
Financial Aid, Sports, and Extracurricular Activities
Academic Readiness, Introduction/Preparation for College Life, and College and Career Selection
Online Learning, Mentorship, and Career Counseling
STEM Education, Arts, and Humanities
What is one of the benefits of selective institutions for high-achieving students mentioned in the text?
They offer free tuition
They provide a rigorous academic environment with distinguished faculty
They guarantee job placements
They offer sports scholarships
Which group has the lowest percentage of individuals born into poverty who will ever earn a six-figure salary?
White Americans
Latino individuals
Black individuals
Asian individuals
What is the primary goal of Thrive Scholars?
To support high achieving students of color from economically under-reserved communities
To provide financial aid to all students
To offer online courses for high school students
To prepare students for sports scholarships
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of the ideal student profile for Thrive Academies?
Earn primarily A’s in the most challenging courses offered at high school
Planning to apply to college during their senior year
Highly ranked amongst graduating class
Involved in multiple sports teams
What is the duration of each course in the Thrive Academies summer program?
One hour
Two hours
Three hours
Four hours
What is the duration of the academies hosted on college campuses for the preparation of college life?
Four weeks
Six weeks
Eight weeks
Ten weeks
How many hours of college level math are aimed at readiness for college level rigor in the Academic Readiness input?
50 hours
75 hours
100 hours
125 hours
What is one of the expected outcomes for Thrive Scholars in terms of college enrollment?
30% enroll at a top college
40% enroll at a top college
50% enroll at a top college
60% enroll at a top college
What is the official name for the Thrive Academy program in Los Angeles?
Thrive Academy Los Angeles
BMO Thrive Academy Los Angeles
Citadel Thrive Academy Los Angeles
Thrive Scholars Los Angeles
What is the target total cohort size for each Thrive Academy location?
100 students
150 students
200 students
250 students
When are early admission decisions released for applicants who only applied to Thrive Academies?
Late January
Early February
Mid to Late March
Late March
What is reviewed in early February for Thrive Academies?
Early admission decisions
Waitlist for space to admit applicants
Decision for Six Year Program applicants
PEX card incentives
Who should the Thrive Academies Team work with to set up the Thrive Academy Portal (TAP)?
Director of Admissions
Director of Business Intelligence
Director of Student Affairs
Director of Financial Aid
Which app do students use for daily attendance during the program?
YouthCheck App
ThriveConnect App
AttendanceTracker App
ParentNotify App
How do scholars check-in to their classes using the YouthCheck platform?
By entering a password
By scanning a QR code
By signing a register
By using a fingerprint scanner
What is the stipend amount for students with up to 4 absences at Thrive Academies?
$500.00
$450.00
$400.00
$250.00
How are medical circumstances reviewed in the Thrive Academies attendance policy?
On a case by case basis
Automatically excused
Not considered at all
Counted as two absences
What happens to students with more than 10 absences at Thrive Academies?
They receive a reduced stipend
They do not qualify for a summer stipend
They receive a warning
They are expelled from the program
When will students with perfect attendance for the first two weeks receive the first $200 of their stipend?
During the first week of the program
During the second week of the program
During the third week of the program
At the end of the program
How are stipends distributed to students at Thrive Academies?
In cash
Via a PEX Visa card
By check
Through direct deposit
How many Site Directors are there per campus at Thrive Academies?
1
2
3
4
How many faculty members are there per campus at Thrive Academies?
4
5
6
7
Where will the RED binder labeled "EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS PLAN" be during the program?
In each classroom on campus
At the Thrive Academies office offsite (on Olive)
At the onsite Thrive Academies Office
Online only
What platform does Thrive Academies use to take attendance for class and all other program activities?
Youth Check
Attendance Pro
Class Tracker
Student Log
Who supports the attendance taking process at Thrive Academies?
Site Directors
College Readiness Teaching Assistants (TA's)
School Principals
Program Director
What is activated if an emergency arises and attendance needs to be taken?
Emergency Attendance Activity code
Emergency Contact List
Emergency Evacuation Plan
Emergency Response Team
What is the first step in the missing student procedure at Thrive Academies?
Notify the campus police
Contact the student's parents
Contact the "Search Director"
Announce over the PA system
What information should be included in the initial report of a missing student?
Student's name and age
Photo or description of the student
Last place student was seen
All of the above
What is the first step in the Shelter In Place Protocol?
Take attendance via the emergency YouthCheck attendance code
Send a message to all parents
Shelter in place inside the building they are currently in
Use the emergency preparedness list
What should staff do if students and staff have access to wifi and their phones in the shelter location?
Send a message to all parents
Take attendance via the emergency YouthCheck attendance code
Use the emergency preparedness list
Inform the police
How often should staff update parents during a shelter in place situation or an evacuation situation?
Every 30 minutes
Every hour
Every 2 hours
Every 4 hours
What should staff do once the Shelter In Place is lifted?
Leave the building immediately
Check with students and provide support
Call the police
Ignore the students
Where should staff and students gather in Los Angeles if EveryBody’s Kitchen (EVK) Cafeteria is affected?
Harold Square
Macy’s
Ronald Tutor Campus Center
Central Park
What should be done if students are being dismissed?
Send a message to parents
Ignore the situation
Call the police
Send students home without informing anyone
What should students use to sign-out of the program if the YouthCheck QR code is not available?
Manual rosters
Text messages
Phone calls
Emails
Within how many hours should the emergency incident form be completed in Asana and reported to the Youth Protection Office?
12 hours
24 hours
48 hours
72 hours
In the event of a building evacuation, where should students and staff head to?
The nearest exit
A safe area at least 500 ft away from the affected area
The roof of the building
The basement
What should a Site Director or designated staff member do in the event of an emergency evacuation?
Send a message to all parents sharing the appropriate and known information about the emergency evacuation status.
Call each parent individually to inform them about the emergency evacuation status.
Wait until the evacuation is lifted to inform the parents.
Do nothing and let the parents find out on their own.
What should students do if they are unable to get out of their room during an active threat of violence?
Run towards the threat
Hide behind something solid
Stay in the middle of the room
Call their friends for help
What is the first step you should take if there is an active threat of violence in your building?
Hide behind something solid
Run, get out, and get away
Call your friends
Turn off the lights
What should you do if there is no way to run or hide during a threat?
Call for help
Negotiate with the threat
Fight
Surrender
What is the first priority of responding officers during a threat?
Assist the injured
Neutralize the threat
Evacuate the area
Arrest the suspect
What should you do to ensure your safety when officers arrive during a threat?
Run towards the officers
Hide from the officers
Keep your hands visible and obey officers' commands
Shout for help
What should be done if the heat index is expected to be above 100 degrees Fahrenheit?
Continue with the program as planned
Cancel the program immediately
Consult with the Program Director on possible closure
Move the program indoors
What is the recommended precaution for temperatures above 80°F?
No limitations with hydration as needed
Reduce vigorous activity
Stop all outside activity/play
Increase light activity or rest
What is the first step you should take if you discover or suspect a fire?
Leave the building immediately
Call the Department of Public Safety
Sound the alarm and warn other occupants
Gather your belongings
What should you do after leaving the building during a fire?
Go back to gather your belongings
Call the Department of Public Safety
Knock on doors to warn others
Close all doors as you exit
What should all occupants do when a fire alarm sounds?
Stay in their rooms
Exit the building immediately
Call the fire department
Gather their belongings
1:1 contact is discouraged. If you must meet with a student 1:1 where should you meet?
In a room with doors closed
Is Thrive Staff allowed to befriend or accept friendship invitations from students on any social media platform for the duration of the program?
No, no, no and no again!
Yes, the parent signs a form.
Yes, if both parties agree.
Depends on the situation.
What time is staff expected to arrive on campus and begin prepping for the day?
8:15 AM
