1. Advanced Curricular Topics A.C.T.

2. Hillary Welcomes Students to A.C.T.

3. Mrs. Leslie Teaching for about 10 years, between the ages of preschool – college students in prison Mom of three daughters Lived in NY, MD, FL, PA Have traveled to Canada, Italy & China Summer is my time to take adventures …

4. …2010…Across the U.S.!

5. IRONGIRL – August 7, 2011

6. WHALE WATCH – July 2012

7. A.C.T. is… Needs-based program Enhances and enriches the curriculum Push-in and pull-out units Inquisitive FUN!

8. A.C.T. is not… A place to goof off A place to “get out of class”

9. Expectations It is absolutely expected that your classroom work be turned in, on-time, and of high quality before you come here. This is one of the defining reasons you are here – we believe you can do this and need more!

10. Expectations (cont’d) Remember to show up on your day at your time with a pencil, any work for me, and your folder, and your organizer. I will let you know if you should NOT come. A.C.T.

11. Expectations (cont’d) YOU are responsible for seeing your teachers and making up ALL work missed due to A.C.T. on your time, not during instruction (this includes your classroom teacher, specials teachers, and lessons).

12. Expectations (cont’d) Behavior here is exemplary! (You should set an example for other classes.)

13. Expectations (cont’d) Engaged in the discussion or activity Not simply participation…but Critical thought Serious discussion Respectful listening High-quality, neat work

14. Reminders Clean up after yourself. Our room is tiny – please keep it neat for the next group coming in. Respect, open-mindedness, and tolerance are expected to foster an environment that encourages creativity and divergent thought (outside the box!) Success in A.C.T. (and in life) is a choice to push yourself to be the best YOU can be. There is no need to compare yourself to others.

15. Always Creatively Think! A.C.T.