Expectations Show Respect- listening, raising your hand, taking turns speaking, sitting up Show Responsibility- coming on time, having your DPR card ready. Be Safe – staying seated, placing books/materials on the side. Remember CONFIDENTIALITY!! What is said in the room stays in the room!

Where does my time go? 1:45 dismissal Video

Discussion Chores sports homework extra classes music dance drama religious instruction appointments youth organizations What kinds of things take our time when they get home from school ? What’s the good side to having such a full schedule of activities? You’re happy with what your involved in You don’t get bored What’s the down side to it? You can feel overwhelmed or stressed out You can have no time for friends or other types of fun You can be busy all the time How do some kids manage their time? You can write down assignments and commitments in a planner You plan ahead for things coming up You can do homework in a particular order

Time Management Form

Time Management Tips Set Priorities  Make a list  Rank order Less worries Less stress Chunks of time  Small amounts of time  Waiting for the bus  On the bus More YOU time! Less homework time Fun time  Recreation time Keeps you mentally/physically healthy Be flexible  It’s ok to change things More calm More opportunities Don’t over schedule  Review weekly  Prioritize activities Less frustration Less failure Don’t Procrastinate  Dig in and do it!  Hard? Discuss with a friend, teacher, adult. Better habits Better reputation Plan time  Few minutes a day  Think about what you need Save time Feeling successful

PRACTICE THEM! Now you know your “TIPS”

Academic Session 3 Know what is best for you Managing Time Organization Skills Understanding Body Language Study Skills Goal Setting “ To know where you can find a thing is the chief part of learning. “ – Anonymous