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Class Charters (coming soon)
Class Charters (coming soon)
Lesson 1
Lesson 1
Week Sept. 13-17
Objective: School logistics/paperwork, Getting to know one another
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Lesson 2
Lesson 2
Week Sept. 13-17
Objective: Getting to know one another and reflection on start of the year
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Lesson 3
Lesson 3
Week Sept. 13-17
Objective: Getting to know one another
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Lesson 4
Lesson 4
Week Sept. 20-24
Objective: Make introductions, learn about peers in advisory
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Lesson 5
Lesson 5
Week Sept. 20-24
Objective: To familiarize or re-familiarize students with Lab community, routines and space
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Lesson 6
Lesson 6
Week Sept. 27- Oct.1
Objective: To get to know one another, community building
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Lesson 7
Lesson 7
Week Sept. 27- Oct.1
Objective:
Explore what it means to be a 6th, 7th or 8th grader at Lab
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Week Oct. 4 - TBD
Ms. Cucci will be going into 8th-grade advisory classes to give a presentation about the high school process. The presentation will take most of the period. She will most likely be starting this next week with 801 and 802.
Lesson 8
Lesson 8
Week Oct. 4- Oct. 8
Objective: What is a class/grade charter and why do we need it? How do we want to feel in school?
Lesson 9
Lesson 9
Week Oct. 4- Oct. 8
Objective: What daily/weekly actions can we take to help each other experience the feelings we agreed upon as a grade?
Lesson 10
Lesson 10
Week Oct. 12- Oct. 15
Objective: Finalizing our advisory charter and taking pride in our work
Lesson 11 : Catch up!
Lesson 11 : Catch up!
Week Oct. 12- Oct. 15
Objective: Take this class to finish your charter! If needed, finish the Respect for All presentation. Done with everything? Check out these community bonding games!
Lesson 12 : Catch up!
Lesson 12 : Catch up!
Week Oct. 18- Oct. 22
Objective: Take this class to finish your charter! If needed, finish the Respect for All presentation. Done with everything? Check out these community bonding games!
Lesson 13
Lesson 13
Week Oct. 18- Oct. 22
Pillar: Connections
Objective: Community building day making! Make Halloween decorations
Lesson 14
Lesson 14
Week Oct. 25- Oct. 29
Pillar: Connections
Objective: Community building games Halloween edition
Lesson 15
Lesson 15
Week Oct. 25- Oct. 29
Pillar: Community Action
Objective: Learn about Hispanic Heritage
Lesson 16
Lesson 16
Week Nov. 1 - Nov. 5
Pillar: Community Action
Objective: Research different Spanish-speaking countries and create an atmosphere of representation
Lesson 17: Catch up!
Lesson 17: Catch up!
Week Nov. 1 - Nov. 5
Pillar: Community Action
Objective: Take this class to finish your charter! If needed, finish the Respect for All presentation. Done with everything? Check out these community bonding games!
Lesson 18: Introduce Journals
Lesson 18: Introduce Journals
Week Nov. 8 - Nov. 12
Objective: Journal introduction
Hand out journals
Allow students to decorate their journals
Choose a prompt! Feel free to come up with your own.
Lesson 19 and 20: Flipping the Lid
Lesson 19 and 20: Flipping the Lid
Week Nov. 15 - Nov. 19
Pillar: Social Comprehension
Objective: Understand why we get frustrated/upset
Lesson 21: Gratitude Lesson
Lesson 21: Gratitude Lesson
Week Nov. 22 - Nov. 24
Pillar: Social Comprehension and Connections
Objective: What is gratitude and what are its benefits?
How can we set up a practice of a gratitude journal?
Lesson 22: Gratitude Lesson Part 2 (Optional)
Lesson 22: Gratitude Lesson Part 2 (Optional)
Week Nov. 22 - Nov. 24 / Nov. 29 - Dec. 3
Pillar: Social Comprehension and Connections
Objective: Understand the concept of “paying it forward”
Lesson 23 and 24: Best Self and Meta-Moment
Lesson 23 and 24: Best Self and Meta-Moment
Week Nov. 29 - Dec. 3
Pillar: Social Comprehension
Part 1: Objective: What does it mean to have a “best self?”
What do our “best selves” look like?
Part 2: What is a “meta-moment?”
What are some of our own triggers and strategies to cope with them?
Social Media Virtual Workshop
Social Media Virtual Workshop
The Zoom link is in an email from Matt M.
Mon 12/6: 803, 806
Thurs 12/9: 802, 804
Fri 12/10: 801, 805, 807
Lesson 25: Coping Strategies Part 1
Lesson 25: Coping Strategies Part 1
Week Nov. 6 - Dec. 10
Pillar: Social Comprehension
What is a coping mechanism?
Building our coping mechanisms tool box
Lesson 26: Back in My Day
Lesson 26: Back in My Day
Week Nov. 6 - Dec. 10
Pillar: Connections
Tech vs. Pre-Tech fun Activity
This is a fun little activity to break up all of the SEL lessons and just give the class an opportunity to bond!
Have students work independently or in groups and have then write their answers on sticky notes or paper.
Answers may vary depending on your age. Have some of your own stories ready of some of the technology you used growing up to share with the students. Bonus points if you can bring anything in to show them! e.g. old cellphones, beepers, iPods, etc.
Lesson 27: Coping Strategies Part 2
Lesson 27: Coping Strategies Part 2
Week Dec. 13 - Dec. 17
Pillar: Social Comprehension
Practice utilizing coping strategies
Lesson 28: RAPP Candy Cane grams
Lesson 28: RAPP Candy Cane grams
Week Dec. 13 - Dec. 17
Pillar: Connections
Students will be writing each other Candy Cane grams. Materials will be distributed by RAPP club members.
Lesson 29: Traditions Trivia
Lesson 29: Traditions Trivia
Lesson 30: New Year's Resolutions Part 1
Lesson 30: New Year's Resolutions Part 1
Week Dec. 20 - Dec. 23
Pillar: Connections and Social Comprehension
What are my resolutions for the new year?
How is New Year's celebrated around the world?
Lesson 31: New Year's Resolutions Part 2
Lesson 31: New Year's Resolutions Part 2
Week Jan. 3 - Jan. 7
Pillar: Connections
What are my resolutions for the new year?
Student Perception Surveys
Student Perception Surveys
Week Jan. 10 - Jan. 14
Classes have to complete the survey for 2 teachers, which can be completed in one period.
Lesson 32: Flex lesson
Lesson 32: Flex lesson
Week Jan. 10 - Jan. 14
Pillar: Connections
Journal prompt: What's a rose and thorn since being back from break?
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Lesson 33: Flex lesson
Lesson 33: Flex lesson
Week Jan. 18 - Jan. 21
Pillar: Connections and
Journal prompt: What are your IFETs (ideas, feelings, emotions, thoughts) about this quote:
'What are you doing for others?' " Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
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Flex lesson since half of the classes will only have 1 advisory class this week.
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Lesson 34: The Tale of the Two Wolves
Lesson 34: The Tale of the Two Wolves
Week Jan. 18 - Jan. 21
Pillar: Connections and Social Comprehension
Objective: What is the story of the Two Wolves? What does it symbolize about our emotions?
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Announcement
Announcement
From now on, we are planning on posting 1 lesson per week.
Suggested advisory structure:
- 1 Day: Whole class community building
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--- Journal Prompts
- 2 Day: If possible, split the class into two group and teach the weekly lesson.
This is completely flexible, so do whatever works best for your group!
Lesson 35: Myers Briggs
Lesson 35: Myers Briggs
Week Jan. 24 - Jan. 28
Pillar: Connections and Social Comprehension
Objective: What is your personality type? Based on the description, what are your strengths (the good wolf)? What might you struggle with (the bad wolf)?
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Lesson 36: Sleep!
Lesson 36: Sleep!
Week Jan. 31 - Feb. 4
Pillar: Life Skills
Choose a journaling prompt to celebrate BHM
Objective: What is sleep hygiene and how can we improve our sleep patterns?
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Lesson 37: Sleep! Part 2
Lesson 37: Sleep! Part 2
Week Jan. 7 - Feb. 11
Pillar: Life Skills
Choose a journaling prompt to celebrate BHM
Objective:
Continue to build insight to the importance of sleep.
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Lesson 38: BHM Jeopardy
Lesson 38: BHM Jeopardy
Week Jan. 7 - Feb. 11
Pillar: Connections
Choose a journaling prompt to celebrate BHM
Objective: Play Jeopardy to celebrate Black History Month!
Lesson 39: Valentine's Day
Lesson 39: Valentine's Day
Week Jan. 14 - Feb. 18
Pillar: Connections
Choose a journaling prompt to celebrate BHM
Objective: Celebrate Valentine’s Day
Lesson 40: Safety
Lesson 40: Safety
Week Jan. 14 - Feb. 18
Choose a journaling prompt to celebrate BHM
Objective: How do we promote a safe environment at school?
Student Surveys
Student Surveys
Week Feb. 28 - March 4
Check in with your students regarding the break! Have students write a rose, thorn, and bud about their break on their journals and have a brief sharing session.
Have students complete the reflection survey for upcoming PTCs.
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NYC School Survey
NYC School Survey
Week March 7 -March 11
Complete Student NYC School Survey
Click here to view the proctoring instructions
Lesson 41: Women's History Month Kahoot
Lesson 41: Women's History Month Kahoot
Week March 7 -March 11
Objective: Learn about Women's History Month
Lesson 42: Safety Lesson Part 2
Lesson 42: Safety Lesson Part 2
Week March 14 -March 18
Objective: Who can we talk to in our school community for extra support? Who are the school counselors?
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After the presentation please go over these safety FAQs
Lesson 43: Ukraine Discussion
Lesson 43: Ukraine Discussion
Week March 21 -March 25
Objective: What is the situation in Ukraine? What does bravery look like?
Lesson 44: Meditation & Mindfulness
Lesson 44: Meditation & Mindfulness
Week March 28 -April 1
Objective: What are the benefits of meditation? How do we meditate?
Announcement: Anti-Bullying Contest Video
Announcement: Anti-Bullying Contest Video
Week April 11 - April 15
Please share this flyer with your students!
All video submissions must be received before Friday, April 29, 2022.
Students need to make a 3-5 minute video about anti-bullying topics.
Students need to submit the video to Ali Fischer by April 25, or earlier.
Suggested topics:
What does it feel like to be the target of bullying, witness a bullying situation or engage in bullying behavior?
How do you and your classmates stand up for others in a positive way?
How can students and teachers create school communities that promote acceptance, tolerance and respect?
What do students want adults to know about bullying and/or intolerance?
Ali Fischer has PDF print outs for anyone interested, along with permission slips for video consent.
Lesson 45: Healthy Habits & Stress
Lesson 45: Healthy Habits & Stress
Week April 4 - April 8
Objective:
What are healthy habits we can do before a big test or presentation? How are these applicable to other areas of our life?
Lesson 46: Healthy Habits & Stress Part 2
Lesson 46: Healthy Habits & Stress Part 2
Week April 11 - April 15
Objective:
What’s in your stress container? What are strategies to help you reduce your stress?
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Lesson 47: Sexual Assault Awareness Month by RAPP
Lesson 47: Sexual Assault Awareness Month by RAPP
Week April 25 - April 29
Objective: Raise awareness about Sexual Assault Awareness Month
Denim Day Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=okbG9_hJ1Tc&t=1s
Activation Warning: The information discussed today may be activating to some individuals. Self-care is important. If you feel at any time that the information is harmful to your well-being, please let your teacher know that you need to step out to take care of yourself. If possible, come back when you feel able.
You can also talk to the RAPP Coordinator, Gaby, in Room 111 or any of the other school counselors for support.
Lesson 48: Ramadan
Lesson 48: Ramadan
Week March 3 - May 6
Objective: Learn about Ramadan
Prior to the lesson, reach out to students privately who celebrate Ramadan and invite them to share their experiences during this lesson if they are open to it.
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Lesson 49: Kahoot Amazing Asia! (Trivia)
Lesson 49: Kahoot Amazing Asia! (Trivia)
Week May 9 - May 13
Name Pronunciation Reminder
Name Pronunciation Reminder
Due May 9th
Record pronunciation of names for stepping up here: spreadsheet
Suggestion: Call students one at a time to say their name to you and then record the phonetic pronunciation.
Stepping-up Flyer
Stepping-up Flyer
Week May 16 - May 20
Please share this flyer with students
If students are interested in auditioning, they should fill this form, which will also be available in their art Google Classroom as well.
Lesson 50: How do you see me? (suggested 2 days)
Lesson 50: How do you see me? (suggested 2 days)
Week May 16 - May 20
Objective:
What are the differences and similarities between how we see ourselves and how society sees us?
How does this difference impact people in the AAPI community?
How do we respectfully learn about others' identities and backgrounds?
Lesson 51 and 52: Model Minority Myth
Lesson 51 and 52: Model Minority Myth
Week May 23 - June 3
Objective Lesson 51: Build insight on the “Model Minority Myth” and how this could be harmful
Objective Lesson 52: Hear and discuss students’ perspectives on dealing with and combating the Model Minority Myth
Lesson 3 is optional, feel free to use if you are ahead!
Lesson 54: Pride Month Origins
Lesson 54: Pride Month Origins
Week June 6 - June 10
Objective: What is Pride Month? What identities do we celebrate?
Lesson 55: End of the year reflection Lesson 2022
Lesson 55: End of the year reflection Lesson 2022
Week June 13 - June 17
Objective:
What are our reflections from the year? What will we take with us into the next year? What will you leave behind?
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