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Vista del Lago Advisory

What is advisory? Why is it important? An advisory system is a simple method that ensures that no secondary school student becomes anonymous – they promote students’ social, emotional and moral growth, while providing personal and academic guidance. Golderg, M Manning, M. & Saddlemire, R, 1996 Research shows that students who do not feel an attachment to school personnel tend to have poorer attendance and drop out more than students who perceive they are part of a supportive, caring school environment. Galassi, Gulledge & Cox, 1997

Purpose of Advisory 1.Create positive and caring relationships among staff and students, which promotes an emotionally and physically safe environment for all students. 2.A support system to promote high levels of learning for all students. 3.School wide exposure to relevant and important issues, which include college and career readiness as well as social and emotional growth. Adapted from Educators for Social Responsibility, 2006

Advisory Themes Freshman: Who Am I? Sophomores: What is my role in this world? Juniors: How do I achieve my goals? Seniors: How do I achieve success after Vista?

Sophomore Year What is my role in this world? TOPICSUMMARY Update 4 year planNaviance Do What You Are and Make a Difference Being true to ourselves Career Interest InventoryExploring careers based on our interests Are you ready for the PSAT?Naviance—college readiness Creating your digital footprintUsing the Internet to make the world a better place Be the ChangeChanging the world, one kind act at a time Expanding my global viewCelebrating cultural diversity in a world that encourages conformity

What is Naviance? self discovery, career exploration, college planning, and academic planning SAT Preparation request transcripts and letters of recommendation Sign up for events: college rep visits, advisory guest speakers, etc. Most advisory assignments will be done through Naviance

Grades Students are assigned a pass or fail for their advisory grade. To earn a pass, the student must complete all advisory assignments. Many of the assignments are college and career readiness assignments that are completed through Naviance.

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