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Advisory. Northwest Kidder Middle School 2014-2015. Introduction of advisor. WHO AM I? WHAT DO I TEACH? A LITTLE ABOUT ME…. Why advisory.
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Advisory Northwest Kidder Middle School 2014-2015
Introduction of advisor • WHO AM I? • WHAT DO I TEACH? • A LITTLE ABOUT ME…
Why advisory • ADVISORY BY DEFINITION" An advisory is an organized group of one adult and a group of kids that serves as the students' first line of affiliation in their school,” • Ensure than each student is known well at school by at least one adult who is that youngster's advocate (advisor). • Guarantee that every student belongs to a peer group. • To help every student find ways of being successful within the academic and social options the school provides. • Promote communication and coordination between home and school.
ADVISORY STRUCTURE • Weekly • 25 Minutes • Every Wednesday • Beginning of the School Day (7:25-7:50) • Multi Grade Level • Advisees are randomly assigned to Advisors
Advisory ground rules • One person speaks at a time. • Show respect of other people’s ideas and opinions. • All must agree to disagree in an atmosphere of mutual respect. • Stay positive. • Give each person the right to have and express his/her own view. • All must listen; no put-downs or mocking. • Allow time for everyone to speak; no one should be excluded for any reason • If a classmate shares confidential information, please keep in advisory group. Protect classmates right to privacy.
Advisee Information • Distribute Advisee Profile Handout • Explain Why It Is Important To Receive Advisee Information.
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