a.Take Attendance
b.Watch Wildcat TV
c.Reminder to check your school email
OPTIONS FOR TODAY:
Seniors are invited to come by the Career Center for college application help from a college admissions director!
Happy December!! a.Take Attendance b.Watch Wildcat TV c.Reminder to check your school email OPTIONS FOR TODAY: Seniors are invited to come by the Career Center for college application help from a college admissions director!
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As you come in, grab the two handouts and your envelope from the counter by the door.Today, you will get a chance to shape your parents’ conference with your teachers. Make sure you explain all the actions you have taken to be successful in your class and identify those areas you know you need to work on. Don’t let your parents and teachers control the conversation...YOU take control!!! Task #1 - Wildcat TV Task #2 - Midterm Self-Reflection - Tell your parents to come see me first during conferences. This is what they will show each of your teachers in order to focus their time on exactly what YOU need.
Sorry I missed you all today. Please be ready for an announcement from Mr. Belcher after the pledge. We are trying to make sure that PRIDE time truly is a valuable use of your time. Once you are clear on the Check & Connect expectations, watch Wildcat TV, check your grades and connect with your teachers! Task #1 - Wildcat TV Task #2 - Check Grades & Connect with Teachers - See a D, see a teacher!
ALSO, CHECK YOUR SCHOOL EMAIL!!! I AM SENDING OUT MESSAGES TO ALL STUDENTS WHO HAVE F’D,D’S AND C’S. I WILL EXPECT A RESPONSE!!! I also would love for you all to identify the class that is giving you the greatest concern...even if you are getting all A’s. Next Advisory, I will be asking each of you to look back on the work you have done so far and make plans on finishing the 1st semester strong. Task #3 - Check Due Dates - Make sure you look at your assignment calendars in Schoology. Any big tasks, tests, due dates coming up? Once again, please let me know when teachers are doubling up or assigning work that conflicts with one another. As the semester progresses some classes might need to pick of the pace to cover essential information. Task #1 - Wildcat TV Task #2 - Check Grades & Connect with Teachers - See a D, see a teacher! Grab a PRIDE gram and write down the teacher and time you leave. Task #3 - Check Due Dates - Make sure you look at your assignment calendars in Schoology. Any big taks, tests, due dates coming up? Also, please let me know when teachers are doubling up or assign work that conflicts with one another. Task #4 - Power “of Music” Hour - In honor of the Halloween season, we will vote on which disturbing song you want to listen to today. Either way, you will learn that real life is much more horrifying and scary than fiction. PLC Learning Target - I will learn how history shapes literature. Task #1 - Music Tuesday - Please follow along with the lyrics and identify two important elements of characterization for our protagonist and the theme of the song. Bonus Question: How does this video relate or connect to the song? Task #2 - Why Language Arts? - What is the purpose of a LA class? What vital skills or knowledge are gained?
Task #3 - A Divided United States - Our history shapes our culture, our priorities, our ideals. However, it also creates a struggle within us as individuals. Prepare yourself for the oncoming storm!
Please pay close attention to my advice. I know this can be a difficult time...but, at least you have your own device!! Wildcat TV Presentation Needs Assessment Form Music Analysis Audio & Lyrics Advisory Gang, please make sure you actually completed your SMART goal sheet. I will be looking over these this weekend to make sure you are giving yourself a solid opportunity to see how having a plan helps you.
Metaphorical Advice for the day: If you’re not swimming then you’re drowning. If you’re not growing then you’re wilting. If you aren’t flying then you’re falling. Complacency is dangerous. It does not just let us be...it makes us stagnant. First Wildcat TV of the year!!! Power Hour song lyrics - Today, we will try to identify why the world is lost, according to one artist. Welcome back to High School Planning & BEYOND!
As you walk in, please grab a manila envelope from the table by the door. We will start out the year with one of the most essential elements of success...setting goals. Seriously, if you don’t have a destination than you often don’t move. Also, don’t forget, it is not about arriving there on time...just that you always keep moving. Power Hour SMART Goals Presentation Sample SMART Goal Sheet Pinball Counting Trouble Lyrics |
AuthorMr. McCormick understands how easily students can check out during this time. However, advisory has the potential to be the one class that can make the biggest difference in your educational journey. Archives
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