1. September 1 st 2011 English Language Arts

2. Today’s agenda  Attendance  Public speaking skills  Distinctions of a Healthy Classroom

3. Objective  I can appreciate characteristics that contribute to a healthy classroom environment and a positive learning community.

4. Tongue twisters!!!

5. 12 Distinctions of a Healthy Classroom  A healthy classroom is a place where students feel energized to learn.  Review the distinctions of a healthy classroom and put an asterisk * by what you believe to be the three most important distinctions.  Of those three, which is the most important to YOU as a learner?

6. Writing Assignment  Compose two separate paragraphs sharing WHY these are important distinctions  Review handout for rubric