Sophomores

=__10th Grade Advisory Resource Page__= **NOTE: ECAP activities/goals are indicated in green.**

September 9, 2011
> > [] 7. Review practice PSAT questions with the students (The teacher key is located on the last slide).
 * 1) Review the purpose of Advisory class using the PowerPoint below:
 * 1) Next, it is important to go over ECAP requirements using the following moviemaker presentation: [|ECAP moviemaker.wmv]
 * 2) To view the Arizona Department of Education ECAP overview go to this website and review the information with the students: []
 * 3)  [|To view the Arizona Deprtment of Education ECAP video go to this website:]
 * 1) Click on the link below and review the ECAP timeline for sophomores: http://www.ade.az.gov/ecap/TemplateExamples/ECAPPlanningGuide.pdf
 * 2) ECAP goal: Introduction to PSAT test. It is important for 10th graders to be thinking about PSAT and SAT for college entrance.
 * ** The date for the 2011 PSAT is October 15th. Remind students to check with the bookstore about payment deadlines. **
 * Show the PSAT PowerPoint presentation and promote PSAT for sophomores.
 * CDO is trying to get more sophomores taking the PSAT!



8. The issue of whether the costs of a college education are worth it are discussed on this video: [] 9. Additional college choice information: Are Ivy League Schools Worth it?: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gsJsJw0L4LU&feature=related

September 23, 2011
1. The requirements for participation in the Proposition 301 Pay for Performance include an AIMS Math pretest and post-test. •CDO is required to have a site-based assessment in one of the AIMS testing areas •CDO has chosen math because it is the area in need of most improvement •The goal is to show improvement between September and April

Information for the Prop 301 pretest: ● you should have copies of the tests saved in a secure location ● you will need to get scantrons from you department chair ● details are available in the email you received from Charlene Stone ● 20 minutes should be enough for this pretest


 * NOTE: STUDENTS WILL TAKE THE MATH PRETEST IN THEIR 3RD PERIOD CLASS DURING THE ADVISORY PERIOD**

October 7, 2011
Today the focus is AIMS reading, writing and math skills.

Building and practicing vocabulary skills is important for reading comprehension and writing.

1. Show video: "Prefixes, Suffixes, & Roots" Rap www.educationalrap.com http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZOJrjNR7ZZM 2. In order to learn about the meaning of prefixes, have the students complete the prefix activity described on the PowerPoint. 3. Give students approximately 15 minutes to attempt to match the prefixes with their meanings. (The following handout has been copied at Graphics and Printing; each student should be given a copy). 4. Review correct answers with students (See: answer key for prefixes document above) 5. Using the meanings of the prefixes, review the definitions and examples on the answer key. 6. To extend this activity to math, have students attempt the word combinations questions on the "combinations" PowerPoint: 7. Access AIMS practice questions here: https://www.ideal.azed.gov/p/aims/practice

October 28, 2011
NOTE FOR TEACHERS: IF YOU HAVE NOT GIVEN YOUR STUDENTS THE PINK ADVISORY ACCOUNTABILITY SHEET, PLEASE FOLLOW THESE GUIDELINES FOR GIVING THEM OUT TODAY:
 * Only give the accountability sheet to your students who have been attending advisory and completing the activities.
 * Remind students to ask their teachers if they will accept the signed sheet as a homework forgiveness (or other as noted on the sheet).
 * All social studies teachers have agreed to accept the signed pink forms.


 * SRO presentation in the auditorium. Take attendance and escort students to auditorium.**

December 9, 2011
**ECAP goal: Personal Decision Making** Show Video ** from DVD ** (or click link below) Your Spending Plan : http://www.yellowbrickroad.com/follow/yellowbrickroad-webisode-2-your-spending-plan/ 1. Personal Decision Making: Have students read the packet entitled: "Personal Decision Making" and complete the activities. 2. Review study skills and preparation for finals.

January 20, 2012

 * ECAP goals: Learning About Your Interests and Skills; Planning for education **

Show Video ** from DVD ** (or click link below) Identifying Your Needs: http://www.yellowbrickroad.com/follow/yellowbrickroad-webisode-3-identifying-your-needs/ Today the sophomores will be reading about temperament styles and making connections to college and career choices. This is available in handout form, but you can access it by clicking on the document below.

1. Have students take about 10 minutes to read about temperament types. 2. Students should then complete the questionnaire and figure out their temperament style. 3. Discuss with the class the temperament style they identified with and see if they agree that they are in fact that style.
 * Further the discussion about how personality characteristics affect college and career choices.



February 3, 2012
AIMS testing will be on the following dates (You should encourage your students to write these in their planners)
 * February 28- Writing
 * February 29 - Reading
 * April 10th - Math
 * April 11th - Science
 * Even though these dates seem far away, the sophomores need to continually be practicing reading, writing and math skills.


 * AIMS reading and writing activity: Summarizing information**

1. The topic the students will be reading and then writing about is true stories of survival... try to spark a discussion about stories of surviving against great odds (through plane crashes, natural disasters, etc.) 2. Distribute copies of "Survival Stories" for students to read individually. 3. Then have groups of 3-4 students discuss the main ideas and decide on the most important information in the stories. 4. Have groups create a summary for each story and share with the rest of the class. 5. Discuss how to write a summary by pulling main ideas out of a larger story. (Examples are provided in the "survival summary examples"). 6. Show this brief video on the tsunami in Japan and discuss survival strategies during a natural disaster: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e-A0NDsPcZY http://news.nationalgeographic.com/news/2011/03/pictures/110315-nuclear-reactor-japan-tsunami-earthquake-world-photos-meltdown/ 7. Time left over? Begin AIMS math practice: Use the following math jeopardy game to review 10th grade math concepts with your class. Just like in jeopardy, click on the "question" to get the answer! (THIS WILL BE USED AGAIN NEXT ADVISORY and on APRIL 6th, after the prop 301 post-test).

**February 17, 2012**


 * Today the focus is on AIMS reading/writing. NOTE: Upcoming February AIMS test dates:**
 * February 28- Writing
 * February 29 - Reading

1. Review essay writing tips by showing this PowerPoint and discussing it with the students. (Keep in mind these tips are just general writing tips, not geared specifically for AIMS). 2. For specific practice, use the document below to teach your kids about how to write a good introductory paragraph. 3. Have students participate either individually, in small groups or as a class in writing introductory paragraphs. 4. Go over the instructions for writing conclusions using the document below. 5. Then have the students practice writing conclusions.

6. Time left over? Continue AIMS math practice: Use the following math jeopardy game to review 10th grade math concepts with your class. Just like in jeopardy, click on the "question" to get the answer! (This is the same math jeopardy game from 2/3). (There will be time to continue this on April 6th). 7. Access more AIMS practice questions here: https://www.ideal.azed.gov/p/aims/practice

=March 2, 2012=

**ECAP goal: Planning for Education** Show Video ** from DVD ** (or click link below)

Resources http://www.yellowbrickroad.com/follow/yellowbrickroad-webisode-4-resources/

> Show Video ** from DVD ** (or click link below) > 1. Demonstrate how to use the College Board website: www.collegeboard.com > 2. For fun, you can show this short video of residence life at the U of A > []
 * 1) Registration discussion
 * CDO graduation requirements
 * Possible class/elective choices
 * Course recruitement: teacher's can address the benefits of taking classes ON campus
 * [[file:CDO Graduation Requirements.doc]]
 * [|CDO AP classes]
 * [|CDO Course Descriptions]
 * [|CDO Extracurricular Activities]
 * 1) **ECAP goal**: Planning for Education: College Search. One of the ECAP requirements for Sophomores is college/career exploration and the following activities are intended to support ECAP.
 * 1) Finding Your Career Objective http://www.yellowbrickroad.com/follow/yellowbrickroad-webisode-1-finding-your-career-objective/
 * Plug in hypothetical information (average scores vs. high-performing vs. low-performing)
 * [|College Exploration]
 * Discuss possible college options
 * Look at college websites to see admission requirements, dates, costs, etc.
 * [|University of Arizona]
 * [|Harvard University]
 * [|Arizona State University]
 * [|UCLA]
 * [|Colorado State]
 * WUE: Western Undergraduate Exchange
 * This website lists schools that have an agreement with Arizona for reduced out of state tuition
 * [|WUE]

March 16, 2012

 * Spring Sports Assembly**

April 6, 2012

 * 1. Prop 301 post-assessment**

Use the following math jeopardy game to review 10th grade math concepts with your class. Just like in jeopardy, click on the "question" to get the answer! (This is the same jeopardy game from 2/17).
 * 2. AIMS math review**: **Reminder: AIMS math test is April 10th!**

April 20, 2012
Use the DVD or go to http://www.yellowbrickroad.com/follow/category/video3-2/ and show the videos and go through the discussion questions with your class. The questions are also listed below: **ECAP goal: Planning for Education** Sho Episode 1 "Finding Your Career Objective" Video ** from DVD ** (or click link below)
 * TODAY WILL BE THE **LAST ADVISORY** CLASS.


 * What are my natural skills and abilities?


 * How have I used these skills and abilities in the past?


 * If training and education didn’t matter, what would I want my career to be?

Resources http://www.yellowbrickroad.com/follow/yellowbrickroad-webisode-1-finding-your-career-objective/
 * Am I interested in learning how to do that?

Show Episode 4 "Resources" Video ** from DVD ** (or click link below) Resources http://www.yellowbrickroad.com/follow/yellowbrickroad-webisode-4-resources/
 * Who do I know who can help me with my career objective?
 * Are there any community organizations that help people with similar needs?
 * How do others with my challenges resolve them?
 * How does overcoming this challenge help me with my career objective?

Show Episode 5 "Action Plan" Video ** from DVD ** (or click link below) 1. List the steps to reach your career objective. 2. For each step, answer the following: Action Plan http://www.yellowbrickroad.com/follow/yellowbrickroad-video-5-action-plan/
 * a. What action needs to take place?**
 * b. Who can assist you in fulfilling that assignment?**
 * c. When is each assignment to be completed?**
 * d. When should completed assignments be reported?**