UNIT I- YOUR LIFE. YOUR DREAMS When asked, what are you going to do after high school… Do these sound familiar to you? "I don't know." "I'm not interested in anything." "I'm not good at anything." These are some of the most common responses students give when they're asked about their plans for the future. But, these statements are not true. You do have dreams for your future. You do have interests. Your do have things you're good at. Everyone does. At some point, though, people started saying that our dreams and interests are silly or unrealistic. People say we can't achieve them. So, we learn to say, "I don't know" and lower our own expectations for life. I challenge you to think back to when you were a kid… well, a younger kid… Think back to that time before people started saying "NO" and saying your dreams weren't realistic. What did you want to be? When you dreamed of your future, what did it look like? Ignore the haters. Dream BIG.

Video: Why is it Important to have a goals with a plan? https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=XU95IRQwFoU

Journal Entry Why are you going to school? What do you want to get out of your education? What dreams do you have that a good education can help you achieve?

Pre-Seminar Self-Assessment

Pre-Seminar Assessment   This questionnaire is not a test. It is an opportunity for you to find out what you know and don’t know about various topics that are covered in this course. It will help you to see your strengths as a student and the areas in which you need improvement. At the end of the book, you will have an opportunity to repeat this questionnaire so you can measure your progress. Please be honest where you see yourself now. Read the statements below and give yourself points for each one. Use the point system below, and then add up your total points for each of the eight topics. Then, add up all of your points for an overall total score. Only you and Dr. Shutters will see your scores. 5 Points The statement is mostly or always true 4 Points The statement is often or frequently true 3 Points The statement is sometimes true 2 Points The statement is rarely true 1 Point The statement is never or almost never true

Learning Styles and Types of Intelligence 2) Learning Styles and Types of Intelligence A. __ I am familiar with different learning styles. B. __ I know which is my preferred and best learning style. C. __ I am familiar with theories of different types of intelligence. D. __ I know my strongest types of intelligence and how to use them. E. __ I know how to use my preferred learning style and types of intelligence to overcome my weaknesses. F. __ I take good care of my body and my brain. Total ________

3) Time Management A. __ I have a clear picture of how I spend my time. B. __ I know several t ime management strategies and use them regularly. C. __ I know how to prioritize, I make a daily lis t of my priorities, and do them most of the time. D. __ I am able to get my class assignments done on time. E. __ I use time management tools such as planners and calendars. F. __ I know how to balance my activities so there is enough time for work, fun, school, and family. Total ________

4) Reading and Studying   __ I know and use reading and study systems. __ I know how to create and use study aids. __ I break my study periods into small chunks. __ I know and use annotation while reading. __ I am skilled in the art of using questions to be engaged with what I am reading. __ I know and use strategies before, during, and after reading my textbooks. Total ________

5) Note-Taking and Writing __ I use a note-taking system. __ I regularly take notes in my classes and when I read textbooks. I review and study my notes shortly after taking them and before tests. __ I use a writing system, and I know how to write good papers. __ I know the Cornell Note System and how to use it. __ I know what a thesis statement is and how to use it. __ I ask and use journalistic questions before I write my essays. Total ________

6) Memory Strategies and Test-Taking   __I know and use several techniques for improving my memory. __ I create memory aids to prepare for tests. __ I know how to use my preferred learning style to aid my memory. __ I know and use several strategies to reduce test anxiety. __ I know several strategies for taking objective and essay tests. __ I predict questions that may be on the tests and create practice quizzes to take before the actual exam. Total ________

7) Career Development   __ I have identified and know my strongest values, skills and interests. __ I know my strongest personal traits. __ I know how to research occupations. __ I am familiar with Holland’s six personality types and work environments. __ I have identified needs and problems in the world, which I would like to help with or solve. __ I know how to pick majors in college or jobs that would be a good match for me. Total ________

8) Create the Life You Want   __ I know my purpose and mission in life. __ I know and use many success principles and strategies. __ I am improving myself and my character on a regular basis. __ I understand why my thoughts are powerful and how to use positive self-talk. __ I know ways to create the life I want and how to make a positive difference. __ I understand the importance of my self-image and how to improve it. Total ________ Overall Total Score __________

Communications Enter WSHS Webpage http://wshs.asd.k12.pa.us Roll over Staff at the top of the page Click Teacher Directory Click “Shutters” ________________________________________________ Take one of the Learning Style Surveys available

Questions/Comments Remember, this only gets better and more effective with honest dialogue and feedback from YOU… you cannot hurt my feelings… trust me, many people have tried… tell me what you think!

Final Thoughts There is no substitute for hard work. Hard work is more important that I.Q. You MUST plan. Dream Big.

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