1. The Excitement Factor: Drive Engagement by Creating Student Excitement
Jana Koch, Student Retention Coordinator

5. will beat a path to your door.”
“Build a better
MOUSETRAP
and the
WORLD
will beat a path to your door.”
–Ralph Waldo Emerson

7. Exciting Cast of Characters…
Michelle Johnson, Speech Professor Jamie Hill, Chair Engineering, Computer and Apprenticeship Toni Smith, English Professor Jacqueline Chalmers, Math Faculty David Miller,

8. “You never get a second chance to make a good first impression
“You never get a second chance to make a good first impression.” –Will Rogers

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11. Creating a Welcoming Atmosphere
Visit the classroom before the first day
Arrive Early
Project a Power Point
Share some information that will personalize you

12. Setting a Positive Tone
State Learning Outcomes
Set-Up Clear Communication Strategies

13. Encouraging Active Learning
Interactive Discussion or Activity- Starting Day One
Let Students See You Enthusiasm

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15. CELEBRATE THE SMALL VICTORIES!!!