Monday

Warm-Up “Would you tell me please which way I ought to walk from here?” That depends a good deal on here you want to get to,” said the Cat. “I don’t care much where – “ said Alice. “Then it doesn’t matter which way to walk,” said the Cat. How does that passage relate to the idea of BEGIN WITH THE END IN MIND?

Welcome to 9th Grade AVID Assignments Due: Monday Oct 31, 2016 Wed/Thu – TRF forms DUE Friday – TYPED Mission Statements DUE Fri – Binder Checks in class – Notes from 10/19-11/4 Today’s Agenda: Warm-up Read through the first part of Habit #2: Begin with the end in mind Complete the Great Discovery handout Check academic contracts Essential Question: What does it mean to “Begin with the End in Mind”? Objective: I will plan for my future by beginning with the end in mind.

Habit #2 Begin with the End in Mind

Have you ever… tried to put together a puzzle without seeing the finished picture?

Have you ever… tried to build a house without blueprints?

Have you ever… tried bake without a recipe?

Have you ever… tried to travel to a new place without using a map?

Have you ever… tried to become a successful adult without a plan?

Table Talk What do all of these examples have in common? What does it mean to begin with the end in mind?

One Danger in Not Having an End in Mind You are at a critical crossroads in life and the paths you choose now can affect you forever.

Don’t Be Sheep 450 Sheep Jump to Their Deaths in Turkey Friday, July 8, 2005 9:59 PM EDT The Associated Press First one sheep jumped to its death. Then stunned Turkish shepherds, who had left the herd to graze while they had breakfast, watched as nearly 1,500 others followed, each leaping off the same cliff, Turkish media reported.

Begin with the End in Mind https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aRG4ySdi_aE Running Time: 1:44

Reading Read about beginning with the end in mind on pages 74-83 in the book entitled The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens by Sean Covey.

The Great Discovery Complete the Great Discovery Handout If you do not finish in class, it is homework Be prepared to share it with a partner

Tuesday

Warm-Up Write 3-5 sentences about the following quote: Be prepared to share your COMPLETED “The Great Discovery” handout after warm-up

Welcome to 9th Grade AVID Assignments Due: Friday – TYPED Mission Statements DUE Wed/Thu – TRF forms DUE Fri – Binder Checks in class – Notes from 10/19-11/4 Tuesday Nov 1, 2016 Today’s Agenda: Warm-up Finish reading Habit 2: begin with the End in Mind Start working on your Mission Statements Essential Question: What does it mean to “Begin with the End in Mind”? Objective: I will plan for my future by beginning with the end in mind.

Yearbook Photo Passes

Share the Great Discovery

Reading Read about personal mission statements 90 - 103 in the book entitled The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens by Sean Covey. Create your own mission statement

What is a Personal Mission Statement? A personal mission statement is a brief description of who you are, what you want to focus on, what you want to accomplish, and who you want to become in a particular area of your life over the next one to three years. It is a way to focus your energy, actions, behaviors, and decisions towards the things that are most important to you.

Examples of Mission Statements Chandler High School Mission Statement: The mission of Chandler High School is to create a quality educational environment which respects our diverse learning community by developing partnerships among community, parents, staff, and students to maximize potential and promote lifelong learning in every student for success in the 21st century.

Examples of Mission Statements

Examples of Mission Statements Walmart’s Mission Statement: "to help people save money so they can live better."

Examples of Mission Statements “AVID’s mission is to close the achievement gap by preparing all students for college readiness and success in a global society.”

Examples of Mission Statements “My mission in life is to do everything to the best of my ability and to bring praise to my creator.”

Examples of Mission Statements

Examples of Mission Statements Wendy's Mission Statement: QUALITY IS OUR RECIPE - We don't cut corners on our products, service, or employees! TREAT EVERYONE WITH RESPECT - Be genuine and kind and lend each other a helping hand! DO THE RIGHT THING - Honesty and integrity are rules we live by! PROFIT MEANS GROWTH - Teamwork is the key to our success! GIVE BACK - Make your community better every day!

Examples of Mission Statements

Examples of Mission Statements

Examples of Mission Statements

Examples of Mission Statements

Examples of Mission Statements

Examples of Mission Statements

On Your Own

Wednesday/ Thursday

Warm-Up BEGIN WITH THE END IN MIND thinking about what kind of relationship you want to have in the future, think of qualities in a future relationship/spouse. List 10 qualities YOU want in a long-term relationship/ marriage

Welcome to 9th Grade AVID Assignments Due: Wed/Thu Nov 2/3, 2016 TODAY – TRF forms DUE Friday – TYPED Mission Statements DUE Fri – Binder Checks in class – Notes from 10/19-11/4 Today’s Agenda: Warm-up Tutorial groups Pass back graded papers Update AVID section of binder Roadmap/Epitaph/Eulogy Essential Question: How can I use collaboration and inquiry to be successful in my classes? Objective: I will actively participate in a tutorial.

Tutorial Reminders Tutor Scripts Notes – Write the name of the person presenting on your paper as you are copying down their notes Off-task or on your phone without permission – points off for collaborative inquiry When your group is done: No moving No talking to other groups Work on homework or organize your binder/backpack

Yearbook Photo Passes

Begin with the end in mind… … the very end! Roadmap, Epitaph and Eulogy Assignment Read the directions at the top of each side of your worksheet. This worksheet must be completed by the end of class, or it is homework. Be prepared to share them on Friday

Friday

Warm-up Please write 3-5 sentences about the following quote: Hold on to your Roadmap, Eulogy and Epitaph – we will share those after binder checks (then I will collect them Staple the Mission Statement Instructions sheet to your TYPED Mission Statement and turn into the basket on the front table

Welcome to 9th Grade AVID Assignments Due: Friday Nov 4, 2016 TODAY – TYPED Mission Statements DUE TODAY – Binder Checks in class – Notes from 10/19-11/4 Today’s Agenda: Warm-up Binder Checks Personal and Career Goals Essential Question: How can I set goals for my future? Objective: I will create a Personal and Career goal and place them in my Portfolio

Binder Checks Meet with your 5:00 partner Pull out your binder grade check form from the sheet protector and exchange with your partner Fill in the date (11/4)

Class #1 10 points/5 points each Regular Cornell Notes: Heading – 1point Essential Question – 1 point Questions on the left – 1 point Notes – 1 point Summary – 1 point Cornell half sheet attached to class worksheet: Questions on the half sheet – 1 point Notes attached – 1 point Learning Log Heading – ½ point Essential Question – ½ point Minimum of 8 sentences – ½ a point each for 4 points

Class #2 10 points/5 points each Regular Cornell Notes: Heading – 1point Essential Question – 1 point Questions on the left – 1 point Notes – 1 point Summary – 1 point Cornell half sheet attached to class worksheet: Questions on the half sheet – 1 point Notes attached – 1 point Learning Log Heading – ½ point Essential Question – ½ point Minimum of 8 sentences – ½ a point each for 4 points

Class #3 10 points/5 points each Regular Cornell Notes: Heading – 1point Essential Question – 1 point Questions on the left – 1 point Notes – 1 point Summary – 1 point Cornell half sheet attached to class worksheet: Questions on the half sheet – 1 point Notes attached – 1 point Learning Log Heading – ½ point Essential Question – ½ point Minimum of 8 sentences – ½ a point each for 4 points

Class #4 10 points/5 points each Regular Cornell Notes: Heading – 1point Essential Question – 1 point Questions on the left – 1 point Notes – 1 point Summary – 1 point Cornell half sheet attached to class worksheet: Questions on the half sheet – 1 point Notes attached – 1 point Learning Log Heading – ½ point Essential Question – ½ point Minimum of 8 sentences – ½ a point each for 4 points

Class #5 – 10 points/5 points each Regular Cornell Notes: Heading – 1point Essential Question – 1 point Questions on the left – 1 point Notes – 1 point Summary – 1 point Cornell half sheet attached to class worksheet: Questions on the half sheet – 1 point Notes attached – 1 point Learning Log Heading – ½ point Essential Question – ½ point Minimum of 8 sentences – ½ a point each for 4 points

Planner – 15 points possible Check the weeks of 10/19- 11/4 There should be something written in EVERY square For every blank square, take away 1 point

Neatness/Organization – 5 points For every loose paper in their binder not in the proper class section take off 1 point

Required Materials – 5 points Take off 1 point each if they are missing any of the following materials in their pencil pouch: 2 pencils 2 pens 2 highlighters USB drive Notebook/filler paper

Total points Add up their score and write it in the last column Write your initials, acknowledging that you have graded your partner’s binder completely and accurately Turn in your Binder Check Grade form to the front table