Welcome to our Presentation this afternoon! Chateaux School Technology Group Prairie Hills School District 144, Markham, IL

Presented by  Javaka  Tamar  Taylor  Kristin  Taylur  Altoria  DiAndre

Touching Spirit Bear Issues in life

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*Born November 24,1952 in La Paz,Bolivia; *Son of John (a radio engineer) and Luverne (Wold ) Mikaelsen *He married Melanie Trotgruben (a critical care nurse) in June, *He attended Concodia College, *Bemidji State University, CAREER *Owner of Awards and Office Supply Business Author- Mikaelsen, Benjamin John (1952-

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Summary Cole Mathews begins the story filled with anger, rage, and hate. Cole has been stealing and fighting for many of years. This time he caught Peter Driscal off guard in the parking lot and smashed his head against the sidewalk. Now, Peter will always have permanent damage to his brain – Cole is in the biggest trouble of his life. Cole is offered Circle Justice: which is a system based on Native American traditions that attempts to provide healing for the criminal offender, the victim, and the community. With prison as his only alternative, Cole plays along. He says he wants to repent, but in his heart, Cole blames his alcoholic mom, his abusive dad, wimpy Peter- everyone but himself-for his situation. Cole receives a one-year banishment to a remote Alaskan island. There, he is mauled by a mysterious white bear of Native American legend. Hideously injured, Cole waits for death. His whole future changes when he learns to let go of his anger and live peacefully with others.

Circle of Justice The Circle of Justice in the novel is where Cole and his parents told what happened. Cole told his story about beating up Peter. Peter and his parents were there. The Circle of Justice provided help to both Peter and Cole. They discussed what Cole did and what he should have done instead. The Circle of Justice also provided another option for Cole instead of Jail, so that he could learn a lesson. Everyone in the Circle of Justice discussed possibilities that would be a good decision for both Peter and Cole. The final decision was to place Cole on an island where he could learn to work out his anger and learn more about himself.

Totem Pole  A Totem Pole is a way of showing emotions and it symbolizes what you have learned not only about yourself but about your surroundings.  On our Totem Poles we have symbols that show what emotions we feel and what we've learned.

Directions to make a Totem Pole  Supplies Needed  A paper towel tube or any long tubular item  Canyons, paint or markers  Construction paper (a few sheets)  Scissors  Glue  Pictures of animals or any items that represent you

Directions to make a Totem Pole, continuedInstructions -Wrap a piece of construction paper around a tube to see what size paper you will need. –Trim the paper to the right height and width. –Divide the paper into 4 or more horizontal sections. –Draw different animal heads in each section, or create other items to represent yourself. -Put most of the facial details in the middle of each section. –Wrap the heads around the tube and glue the seams. –Draw wings or arms for some of or all of the animals. –Cut them out and decorate them. –Glue them to the back of the Totem Pole. –Create other symbols to use on your Totem Pole that represent you! –Be creative and have fun!

Emotions shown in Story RageRage AngerAnger MistrustMistrust FearFear AcceptanceAcceptance TrustTrust KindnessKindness

Student Survey Results  Students Surveys were completed by the 3 rd -6 th grade students at Chateaux School on anger and anger management.  The results of the survey showed students use three may ways to control their anger. 1. They leave the situation 2. They count to They listen to music or get involved in a hobby

Professionals Advise about “How to deal with anger in yourself and in other.” Video Interview Presentation (approx. 25 minutes) Four Professionals were interviewed by the Tech. Group. They interviewed a Juvenile Officer, Psychologist, Social Worker and Principal.

The Main Causes of Anger Identified  Things that can cause anger are: –Fear –Stress  jobs  too many things to do  school –Lack of Control  teachers  homework  schoolwork  punishments

Best ways to deal with your anger  Relax  Know your body – What signals is it sending you  Leave the situation  Discuss issue  Count  Laugh

Best ways to deal with anger in others.  Leave them alone, give them space  Let them know you are there for them if you can helpBullies-  Look them write in the eye, verbalize your feelings  Let them know you have limits  Stay away from people who bother you  If someone is physically bothering you, let an adult know (school, parents, friend)

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