Week 1 2017-2018 Westport Middle School Advisory Lessons Week 1 2017-2018 Westport Middle School

Day 1: Icebreaker- The Company you Keep I’m going to call out a category. As quickly as possible (without running), find all the other people who would be in the same category as you. The hand you use to write U of L or UK Cats or Dogs Birthday Months Favorite School Subject

DAY 1: LEARNING TARGET AND AGENDA LT: I can understand SOAR expectations for common areas. Agenda: Discussion: What is the purpose of school? What do students need to do to be successful in middle school? Introduce/Review SOAR. Go over expectations for common areas. Students complete guided notes/graphic organizer. Exit Slip

Share out: What is one thing your partner said? What is the purpose of school? What are some things YOU need to do to be successful in Middle School? Turn and Talk: Talk to your neighbor for two minutes about the questions below. Why is your GPA important? How can you make sure teachers will write you recommendations for high school? How can you make sure your behavior is appropriate. Share out: What is one thing your partner said?

Do you want to CHOOSE where you go to high school? High schools look at your grades, behavior, and attendance from sixth through eighth grade. If you have a low GPA, multiple referrals, or multiple unexcused absences, you will not be able to choose your high school. If you have a good GPA, good behavior (recommendations from teachers), and good attendance, you have more choice in where you can attend high school. Where do you want to go to high school?

Do you want to CHOOSE your classes when you get to high school? High schools have many options for classes. If you have a low GPA, multiple referrals, or multiple unexcused absences, you will not be able to choose your classes. If you have a good GPA, good behavior (recommendations from teachers), and good attendance, you have more choices for what kinds of classes you want to take. What classes would you want to take?

SOAR- What does it stand for? What does it mean? Stay on Task. Offer Your Best. Act Responsibly. Respect Does the Rest!

Hallway Transitions Goal: Students will conduct themselves in the hallways and restrooms in a respectful manner. Everyone (staff, students, visitors) should be treated with dignity and respect.

Student Procedures Students line up at door in single-file line. Wait for teacher to dismiss into the hallways. Students exit the class in line, and move in the direction of their next class, staying on the right, close to the lockers. During class transitions students are to go directly to their next class. Do not stop at lockers or go to the restroom. Any questions about lockers or restroom need to be asked once they are to their next class– not in the hallway or as you are exiting the room!

During Class Hallway Transitions: If you are travelling with your class to lunch, the library, outside, the computer lab, auditorium, etc., be aware of the fact that there are other classes in sessions you are disturbing if your line is not respectful.

Stairwell Procedures: When traveling down the stairwells with your class, be aware of the echo. Voice Level 1 The mirrors in the stairwell are very helpful when used properly. The stairwells on the ends of the hallways are UP ONLY. The stairwell in the middle is DOWN ONLY.

Backpacks Lockers will be assigned next week. Lockers & locks are free and will be given to you by a team teacher. For today- ALL backpacks need to be placed under the tables. Once lockers are assigned, backpacks must be in lockers during the day– it is a fire hazard if they are not.

Locker Expectations: Morning Locker Breaks: Students will go straight to their lockers and put their things away. Students will be in dress code and have ALL their materials for class. Students will go straight to related arts classes. Put all electronics away, OUT OF SIGHT. Afternoon Locker Breaks: Students will line up single-file inside the classroom at voice level 1. Students will file out into hallway on the right to their locker. Students will gather their things and return to their classroom quickly (3-5 minutes). EDIT FOR NEW PHONE POLICY TIMES

Student Procedures Walk to the cafeteria on a Level 0, in a line on the right side of the hallway. Line up outside cafeteria and wait for permission to enter from cafeteria staff, teacher, or AP! Those who bring their lunch sit down immediately. Those buying will be directed to the appropriate line. No pushing or running- act your age! Use Level 2 voice (table talk) while eating. All students are to remain in the cafeteria at all times. Table Captains will be assigned by your teachers to start next week.

STUDENT PROCEDURES Do not get out of your seat. You must raise your hand and get permission before you get out of your seat. Make sure table and floor are clear of trash/food before dismissal. Cafeteria staff will come around with the trash cans, not students. Do not bring food out of the cafeteria unless it is in your lunch bag. When dismissed, line up in designated area outside of the cafeteria (level 0). Walk on the right side of the hallway (level 0) back to the classroom.

Lunch Seating Chart 6 7 8 9 10 1 2 3 4 5 Entrance Exit Parking Lot NE 6 7 8 9 10 1 2 3 4 5 Entrance Exit

Restroom Procedures Students line up in class on Voice level ONE. Students line up against lockers on wall opposite of restrooms. It is important to keep hallways SAFE. Teacher will send 3 boys and 3 girls in at a time. Move quickly; others are waiting on you! Clean up after yourself! Be respectful of our school! When finished, line up where instructed by teacher. Maintain a voice level one until teacher tells you otherwise.

Letter to Your Future Self Write a letter to your future self. What do you want to accomplish this school year? What do you want to remember about this grade? What do you want the teachers to think about you? How do you want to be known?

Day 2: Icebreaker- Five Questions On a piece of paper, trace your hand. On each finger, write one of the questions below. What is your favorite TV show? What is your future career? What is your favorite school subject? Where do you want to travel to? What is your favorite sport to watch or play?

Day 2: Icebreaker- Five Questions Now walk around the room with your piece of paper. When I say, “STOP!” turn to the person nearest you and choose one question from their hand to ask. When I say, “GO!” stark walking again.

Day 2: Learning Target and Agenda LT: I can identify SOAR expectations for common areas. Agenda: Introduce/Review SOAR—What do each of the letters stand for? What do they mean? Brainstorm Session Graphic Organizer in Groups Posters- Groups must get approval from teacher before beginning posters! Presentations (if there is time…)

SOAR- What does it Stand For? What does it mean? Stay on Task. Offer Your Best. Act Responsibly. Respect Does the Rest!

Group Work I am going to give you a SOAR graphic organizer for a specific area in school. With your group, complete the S, O, A, and R sections for the specific area. Once I approve your completed graphic organizer, I will give you a piece of chart paper. Use markers to create a poster to explain the expectations for the specific area your teacher assigned. If we have time, you will present your poster to the class. Any questions?

Presentations Show the class the poster that you created. Describe how you decided what to write for each letter in the SOAR acronym.

DAY 3: Icebreaker- I Can’t Imagine Life Without… On a piece of paper, write “I can’t imagine life without…” in the middle and draw a thought bubble around it. Draw lines coming out from the thought bubble and write all the things you can’t imagine life without.

Day 3: Learning Target and Agenda LT: I can understand the Westport Behavior System. Agenda: Introduce the Westport Behavior System. Group Activity Exit Slip

Westport Behavior System At Westport, we use an infraction system for misbehaviors. If you misbehave in the classroom, hallway, cafeteria, or outside the building, you may receive an infraction from any adult in the building. We use a school-wide tracking system to monitor infractions. Infractions result in a phone call/email home.

Westport Behavior System If you receive five infractions within one week, you will receive a referral to the assistant principal. The assistant principal will determine your consequence. ISAP Suspension Parent/Teacher Conference Other

Why would you get an infraction? Inappropriate Language Refusing to Work Off-Task Minor Dishonesty Non-Compliance Tardy to Class Calling Out Sleeping in Class Making Noises Cell Phone Out Put-Downs Throwing Objects

School-Based vs. JCPS Code of Conduct For Level 3 and 4 behaviors, we go straight to the JCPS Code of Conduct.

Westport Behavior System Group Activity With a partner or group, complete the worksheet. When you are finished, create a mini-poster that describes the Westport Behavior System. Westport Behavior System How can you get an infraction? How many infractions can you get in a week? Who can give you an infraction? What if you get too many infractions?

Exit Slip Write a letter to yourself or another student describing the Westport Behavior System. Include how you can get an infraction, how many infractions you can get in a week, who can give infractions, and what happens if you receive too many infractions.