1. Advisory, 2013-2014

2.  Before we get into the purpose of advisory, we’re going to do a quick ice breaker!  At this time I need everyone to stand up. When everyone is standing (and you don’t need any materials for this), I’ll turn to the next slide and give you directions.

3.  Purpose of the activity: You are going to line up in order of your birthday. So if your birthday is January 1 st, you would definitely be at the beginning of the line. If your birthday were December 31 st, you would definitely be at the end of the line.  And the only rule is: You must complete this activity without talking!!! You can communicate in any other way. Ready? Go!!!

4.  1. What did you find was most difficult about this ice breaker? Why? ( I’ll take volunteer answers) Possible Answer for #1: Sometimes we get so used to communicating by talking and we forget how difficult it is to communicate when we can’t talk.  2. What other forms of communication did you use in order to successfully complete the ice breaker? ( I’ll take volunteer answers) Possible Answer for #2: Maybe you used sign language or wrote down information…

5.  3. Why do you think we started off the year with an activity like this one? (anyone want to volunteer)  Possible Answer for #3: We can communicate in many different ways, and if we work together, we can successfully accomplish goals.

6.  So what’s the purpose of Advisory?  To ensure than each student is known well at school by at least one adult who is that student’s advocate (advisor).  I want YOU to come to me if you need help with anything!!!

7.  To guarantee that every student belongs to a peer group.  Let me help YOU find a club or organization that you would like to be a part of…Get involved!!  To help every student find ways of being successful within the academic and social options the school provides.  Let me help YOU with questions you may have about your other classes or problems you may be having!!

8.  “Getting to Know You Activities”  Goal Setting  Team Building & Ice Breakers  Class Discussions About:  Current Events, Respect, Bullying Awareness, Stress, Grades  Conferences & reflection about YOUR grades/behavior  Help with Organization  Character Education Activities  Assemblies  Channel One

9.  Monday –  Tuesday –  Wednesday –  Thursday –  Friday –

10. Looking forward to a great year and looking forward to making a difference!!!