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 Students are assigned to a faculty member in grade
level groups of eight to 11 students and meet daily for 12 minutes
right after lunch. During these meetings, students engage in
discussions on a variety of topics while building stronger
relationships with their peers and their teacher.
Advisory operates on a daily theme. Monday is
referred to as “Message Monday.” Examples of Monday activities
include writing letters to veterans, writing affirmations to other
students and staff members, and creating public service
announcements for the school building.
Tuesday is “Talk About it Tuesday.” On these days, a
short video clip is presented on a topic and the group engages in a
discussion about the topic. Some of the topics discussed to date are
digital distractions, networking, judgment, change, having fun,
positivity, civic duty, empathy, time management, and leading by
example.
Wednesdays have become “Write About it Wednesdays” where students
respond to a journal prompt in a running log and share their
responses with their group if they choose to do so. Example prompts
have included getting over a difficult experience, describing ways
in which students see themselves changing, and telling about an
awesome time in their lives.
“Think About it Thursdays” are used for free discussion among the
group. Topics and questions are also provided if a group needs a
starting point. Discussion prompts have included items like active
listening, effective communication, setting goals, optimistic
thinking, respect, manners, and stress.
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