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    Career CharadesDomain: Career Development (1)

    ASCA Standard A: Students will acquire the skills to investigate the world of work in relation

    to knowledge of self and to make informed career decisions.

    Competencies: Develop Employment Readiness

    Indicators: C: A2. 2 Apply job readiness skills to seek employment

    Aim: Stakeholders will develop the ability the necessary elements required for job interviewing

    in a professional and skillful manner.

    Learning Objective :

    Stakeholders will be able to identify the pre-phrase of interview techniques

    Stakeholders will be able to recognize the appropriate methods to speak, respond, and

    address during a professional interview

    Stakeholders will split into 2 groups of interviewing

    Stakeholders will increase their awareness positively

    Introduction (20 min): Stakeholders will collaborate into groups of 4 peers and will interview

    each other about positive skills, qualities, and work ethics of each individual. The class will

    discuss each groups distinctiveness that will be a positive towards obtaining the job of their

    choice. The class will discuss our views and knowledge as a group about why these

    characteristics will be beneficial in the workplace. The groups collaboration and brain storming

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    will allow each class member to gain self awareness of what positive work principles they should

    pinpoint for a supervisor to see in order to create the best job atmosphere.

    Activity (25 min):

    Once the discussion is complete as a class we will play CAREER CHARADES

    Students will divide into 2 teams

    The facilitator will put pieces of paper with careers written on them in a hat.

    Each participate will reach into the hat without looking and without showing the class

    the chosen profession The participate will then begin imitating the career he/she chose out of the hat through an

    interviewing process

    The interview will allow audience to obtain hidden clues of location, uniform/attire, or

    related work experience

    Facilitator will play the interviewer and the student will act professionally while

    revealing his/her hidden theatrical talents to the class

    Point system will be tallied on the black board and the team with the most tallied up

    points wins

    Conclusion (5min): During the conclusion, the counselor reviews the activity and asks reflective

    questions of the group.

    Data Assessment:

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    Process Data: 1 Principal, 1 AP, 4 Teachers, 5 Administrators, 9 th grade Parents, and 30 9 th

    graders will receive this lesson on December 18, 2009 during various periods of the day at South

    Bronx High School. 100% of the group will act participate in the game, ultimately resulting in

    gaining the knowledge of the interviewing process. This will be reported to the school counselor

    supervisor and the 9 th grade teachers.

    Perception Data: Stakeholders will be able to conduct themselves in a professional manner

    during an interview in future work related environments. Students will later be interviewed by

    the 9 th grade teachers on a career they have chosen. The interview will allow students practice

    and expose many different interviewing styles or techniques. The interview session will allow

    students to expand their knowledge base of how an interview should be conducted. In addition,

    stakeholders will be assessed of their understanding of the interviewing instruction by

    interviewers completing an evaluation. This will be reported to the school counselor supervisor

    and the 9 th grade teachers.

    Results Data : The factor that needs to be acknowledged is the information and competence of

    how one should perform during an interview. When addressing this career focused guidance

    lesson all gaps will be closed such as, achievement, opportunity, and attainment gaps. This is the

    hope that all resources are obtainable to every stakeholder in the 9 th grade class. Any fears of not

    succeeding because of interviewing basic skills should diminish.

    Materials: Hat & Black Board

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    The Great Career Debate

    Domain: Career Development (2)

    ASCA Standard A: Students will acquire the skills to investigate the world of work in relation

    to knowledge of self and to make informed career decisions.

    Competencies: Develop Career Awareness

    Indicators: C: A1.3 Develop an awareness of personal abilities, skills, interests and motivations.

    Aim: Stakeholders will be able to identify their skills and the self knowledge of the pros and

    cons of their career choice.

    Learning Objective :

    Stakeholders will be able to assess their abilities in a work environment

    Stakeholders will be able to assess their techniques and methods in career oriented areas

    Stakeholders will participate in a collaborative research activity

    Stakeholders will increase their awareness of the pros and cons of two particular

    professions through a debate

    Introduction (15 min): Stakeholders will be break into and collaborate in 3 groups. All three

    groups will be given information about two careers. All 3 teams will evaluate and take apart the

    research materials on the two different careers. Together the members on each team will identify

    the pros and cons of their each profession. One group member in both groups will record and

    keep track on what the group members are discussing. Group members will for example

    distinguish and classify salary, amount of work hours, or would it be a stable career for a family

    as either a positive or negative factor. The more information they have about the careers the

    better prepared they will be for the full class activity.

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    Activity (25 min):

    After the 3 teams have discussed the pros and cons of the 2 careers the groups will now

    be known as team 1, team 2, and judges. They will then be given which profession they

    will be fighting for or against

    Students will prepare to debate which career would be a better choice. Each group

    member must use the research they have obtained from the documents given in the

    beginning of class

    Team 1 and team 2 will debate why there career is a better choice by stating facts found

    in the documentation and the addressing the cons of the opposing teams career

    Teams will choose one member to state their affirmative and negative constructive to the

    judges

    The floor will be open for comments and arguments from all team members with the

    supervision of the group of judges

    Points will be awarded to each team by the judges. This group has the power to for

    instance prevent escalating arguments or address inappropriate language used during the

    debate

    Once time runs out team members will then choose another member to perform the

    affirmative and negative rebuttals to the judges

    Facilitator and judges will discuss the winner together at the end of the 25 minutes.

    Conclusion (5min): The facilitator will review the activity and asks reflective questions of the

    group.

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    Data Assessment:

    Process Data: 1 Principal, 1 AP, 2 Teachers, 5 Administrators, 11 th grade Parents, and 40 11 th

    graders will receive this lesson on December 15, 2009 during various periods of the day at the

    South Bronx Academy. 100% of the 11 th grade students will participate in the debate to become

    aware of the research required in the job search process. This will be reported to the school

    counselor supervisor and the 11 th grade teachers.

    Perception Data: Students will continue to research a profession of their choice by creating a list

    of pros and cons and typing a paragraph of why they choose this career. The list and paragraphwill high light how effective one has to be when searching for the right profession.

    Stakeholders will be followed up with the involvement of the students towards their personal

    career searches. This will be reported to the school counselor supervisor and the 11 th grade

    teachers.

    Results Data : The component that should be addressed is the awareness, knowledge, andcompetition in the work place. In exposing this information all gaps will be closed such as,

    achievement, opportunity, and attainment gaps for all students. All students deserve the right to

    gain knowledge about the many professions available in our country.

    Materials: Stopwatch and Gavel

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    Making Good Decisions: Its Easier Said Than

    Done

    Domain: Career Development (3)

    ASCA Standard B: Students will employ strategies to achieve future career goals with success

    and satisfaction.Competencies: C: B1 Acquire Career Information

    Indicators: C: B1.1 Apply decision-making skills to career planning, course selection and career

    transition.

    Aim: Students will be better able to create tangible career goals by implementing positive

    decision making skills.

    Learning Objective:

    To deliver a lesson to students on the importance weighing options before making

    difficult decisions

    Use data to determine the need of your school and tailor the lesson to address those

    needs

    To give students the ability to process thoughts and options before they act

    Activity (40):

    Adapt the example questions on the PowerPoint and the Pre-Post test to your schools

    needs using current data .

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    Administer the Pre-Test.

    Inform the students of the importance of this lesson.

    Remind the students that their decisions will continue to become more difficult as they

    mature.

    Give examples as you see fit.

    Begin the lesson (following PowerPoint).

    While delivering the lesson, engage the students in conversation surrounding the content

    of the slides.

    Allow time for the students process each step of the decision making process.

    When the lesson is complete, take time to process the content that was covered.

    When all the students have had an opportunity to ask any questions about the lessons,

    administer the Post-Test.

    Thank the students and the teacher for letting you use their valuable time and remind

    them of where you can be found if they want to discuss anything that was shared during

    the lesson.

    Materials:

    Pre-Post Test.

    Scantron

    Equipment Needed:

    Projector / Computer

    Scantron Reader

    PowerPoint Presentation

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    Data Assessment:

    Process Data: 1 Principal, 1 AP, 1 Teachers and 80 10th

    graders will receive this lesson on

    November 15, 2011 during various periods of the day at the South Bronx Preparatory. 100% of

    the 10 th grade students will participate in the decision making lesson in the English classes. This

    will be reported to the school counselor supervisor and the 10 th grade teachers.

    Perception Data: Students will continue to explore appropriate decision making process through

    worksheets categorized in a checklist format throughout the school year. The checklist I will helpdocument how their decision making has improved throughout their 10 th grade year.

    Stakeholders will be followed up with the involvement of the students towards their personal

    career searches. This will be reported to the school counselor supervisor and the 10 th grade team

    of teachers.

    Results Data : The component of decision making is an important part of choosing a career.Allowing all stakeholders to be aware of how to make better decisions when focusing on their

    career paths will result in better preparation in schools. In exposing this information all gaps will

    be closed such as, achievement, opportunity, and attainment gaps for all students. All students

    deserve the right to gain knowledge about the many professions available in our country.

    Source: http://www.cescal.org/resource Richard Eberheart and Felipe Robinson-Zaartu

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    Victory in Studying!

    Domain: Academic Development (4)

    ASCA Standard A: Students will acquire the attitudes, knowledge and skills that contribute to

    effective learning in school and across the life span.

    Competencies: A: A2 Acquire Skills for Improving Learning

    Indicators: A: A2.4 Apply knowledge and learning styles to positively influence school

    performance.

    Aim: To prepare students for school related successes.

    Learning Objectives:

    For students to learn effective study skill strategies to improve academic performance

    Homework completion rate will increase

    Grade Point Average will increase

    Materials:

    PowerPoint (counselor generated), white boards, dry erase markers, pre/post tests, scantrons,

    prizes

    Time Frame: 40 minutes presentation + 10 minutes incidental time (pre/post administration,

    questions & answers) 2 day lesson plan.

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    Activity Procedure:

    a. Setting the stage

    i. Introductions: of ourselves and brief description of the lesson we will be

    administering

    b. Norms/expectations

    i. Explain importance of group norms (reiterate already established norms

    by teacher).

    ii. Ask the question to the group: What do we want to achieve here today ?

    iii.

    What are some model behaviors we can agree to as a group that we will alluse today? (offer suggestion/model if children are stuck).

    iv. Ask for volunteers and write down on the white board as students come up

    with suggestions.

    c. Introduce Attention in tool

    i. Hands on top.Everybody stop

    ii. Facilitators will introduce concept and give rationale

    iii. Facilitators will then demonstrate tool with class

    d. Pre-test Administration

    e. Icebreaker Supply Scavenger Hunt

    i. Within their table groups, students will designate a spokesperson

    ii. The facilitators will display a picture of a school supply on the screen

    iii. Students will search for the school supply without leaving their seat.

    iv. Once the item is located, it will be passed around the group and all

    members must hold the item before it can be passed to the spokesperson

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    v. After all members have held the item, the spokesperson will hold the item

    in the air.

    vi. The first team to raise each item in the air will earn a point for their team

    vii. The team with the most points will win a prize

    viii. Facilitators will model the exercise the activity first

    f. Organization

    i. Large Group discussion What do you think of when you hear the word

    organization?

    1.

    If need be. Instructional Vocabulary (giving a heads up on thevocab we will be using)

    ii. Small group discussion

    1. Students will break into table groups

    2. Facilitators will pass out one white board to each group

    3. Facilitators will define each of 4 roles within the group

    4. Students will choose roles

    a. All students must have a role

    b. For groups with more than 4 people, students can choose

    two people to play a role

    5. Facilitators will display discussion prompts on the screen

    6. Students will discuss answers to the prompts and the recorder will

    write down the groups ideas on white board

    7. Facilitators will then ask each group to share one of the ideas they

    came up with to the rest of the class

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    g. Organization Tips

    i. Use your agenda writing down priorities, homework assignments,

    deadlines, after school activities, etc.

    ii. Making to -do lists writing down then things you need to do today and

    check them off once completed

    iii. Using binder with dividers keeping all of your schoolwork in one

    organized binder. It makes things easier to find later

    iv. Having friends help you plan create study groups and help each other

    with homework. Remind each other of important due datesv. Staying onTRAC (lead in to next section)

    h. Staying onTRAC

    i. Think Whats important right now?

    1. Things to remember, goals to work on, random great ideas

    2. In the agenda : for each week, space in the think section along

    the left side is where you can write down goals, projects and ideas

    ii. Record Writing down whats i mportant and when to do it

    1. Assignments, tests, projects and deadlines

    2. In the agenda : Each day has a top section where you can record

    to-dos for that day. You can also write down assignments on the

    dates they are due.

    iii. Act Scheduling your time in and out of school

    1. Practices, appointments, meetings, hanging out with friends

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    2. In the agenda: Each day at the bottom page, you can plan your

    after school priorities

    iv. Check Did you actually do what you planned?

    1. Assess your progress and how you did. Look back at the things

    you accomplished

    2. In the agenda: At the end of each week, there is the check section

    in the bottom right corner that asks you Did I finish my weekly

    goals and tasks and encourages you to transfer any unfinished

    tasks to the next week i. *NOTE : have students find each section in the planner as we talk and explain

    why it is important (pg. 6 in teacher edition)*

    j. Homework/Studying

    i. Small Group discussion

    1. Students will break into table groups

    2. Facilitators will define each of 4 roles within the group

    3. Students will choose roles

    a. All students must have a role

    b. For groups with more than 4 people, students can choose

    two people to play a role

    4. Facilitators will display discussion prompts on the screen

    5. Students will discuss answers to the prompts and the recorder will

    write down the groups ideas on white board

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    6. Facilitators will then ask each group to share one of the ideas they

    came up with to the rest of the class

    k. How to do your homework best

    i. Time, location, snack Find a time and place that works best you. Eat an

    occasional snack to keep you focused and energized

    ii. Group vs. individual work Sometimes it is better to study with a group

    so you can all help each other out. Other times, it is better that you study

    alone so you are not distracted

    iii.

    Asking an adult for help Dont be afraid to ask for help. You may besurprised by how much adults know. They have been in your shoes before

    iv. Taking short breaks Like 5-10 minutes. Grab a snack, go outside,

    stretch, take a short walk, etc.

    v. Get it done earlyDont procrastinate!

    2. Data Assessment:

    3. Process Data: 1 Principal, 1 AP, 1 Teachers and 80 9 th graders will receive this lesson on

    February 07, 2012 during various periods of the day at the South Bronx Preparatory.

    100% of the 9 th grade students will participate in the victory in study skills lesson in the

    freshman seminar classes. This will be reported to the school counselor supervisor and

    the 9 th grade teachers.

    4. Perception Data: Students will be able to improve in their academic subjects by being

    better prepared for exams and activities in the classroom. Stakeholders will research how

    they learn as a student and what methods help them get better grades in school.

    Stakeholders will be followed up with a pre/post survey to distinguish if the lesson

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    improved their awareness of studying. This will be reported to the school counselor

    supervisor and the 10 th grade team of teachers.

    5. Results Data : The component of study skills is an influential factor in educational

    upliftment. Allowing all stakeholders to be aware of how to make use of their study time

    when focusing on academic success will result in a raise in GPA and better test scores. In

    exposing this information all gaps will be closed such as, achievement, opportunity, and

    attainment gaps for all students. All students deserve the right to gain knowledge about

    the many professions available in our country.

    Source: http://www.cescal.org/resourceFinder.cfm?secondaryCategoryKey=22 Udvarhelyi, M (2008)

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    SBP University

    Domain: Academic Development (5)

    ASCA Standard B: Students will complete school with the academic preparation essential tochoose from a wide range of substantial post-secondary options, including college

    Competencies: B: B2 Plan to Achieve Goals

    Indicators: A: B2.2 Use assessment results in educational planning

    Objectives: Learn the difference between ACT and SAT testing

    Know how to register for ACT and SAT test

    Understand the importance of taking the ACT and SAT

    Demonstrate the knowledge of what is required for the ACT and SAT

    Know the differences between the UC and CSU requirement.

    Understand the timeline for Juniors and test dates for ACT and SAT

    Materials: (books, handouts, supplies, etc):

    PowerPoint software

    Projector

    Overhead projector

    Slides

    Flash drive

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    Computer

    Hand-outs

    Activity: Conduct a pre-test prior to presenting. Present the PowerPoint to the students. Conduct a post-

    test with the students.

    Data Assessment:

    Process Data: 1 Principal, 1 AP, 2 Teachers and 80 10 th graders will receive this lesson on

    November 23, 2011 during various periods of the day at the South Bronx Preparatory. 100% of

    the 10 th grade students will participate in the SBP University SAT and ACT Presentation lesson

    in the Nutrition/Health classes. This will be reported to the school counselor supervisor and the

    10 th grade teachers.

    Perception Data: Students will research SAT and ACT practice books to prepare for the exam

    during their junior and senior years. This will be reported to the school counselor supervisor and

    the 10 th grade team of teachers.

    Results Data : The student will learn the difference between ACT and SAT testing and know how to

    register for ACT and SAT test. Students will understand the importance of taking the ACT and SAT by

    demonstrating their knowledge of what is required for the ACT and SAT. They will know the differences

    between the UC and CSU requirement. Understand the timeline for juniors and test dates for ACT and

    SAT. In exposing this information all gaps will be closed such as, achievement, opportunity, and

    attainment gaps for all students. All students deserve the right to gain knowledge about the many

    professions available in our country.

    Source: http://www.cescal.org/resource Shawn Deschenie

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    To Be or not to Be Successful (6)

    Domain: Academic Development

    Standard B: Students will complete school with the academic preparation essential to choose

    from a wide range of substantial post- secondary potions, including college.

    Competencies A: B1: Improve Learning

    Indicators A: B1.5: Organize and apply academic information from a variety of sources

    (ASCA National Model, 2005).

    Learning Objective :

    Students will be able to assess their understanding and describe the content in classroom

    notes and lectures.

    Students will be able to assess their understanding of responsibilities to pass

    standardized test and classroom exams.

    Students will be able to assess their understanding of responsibilities to seek help from

    tutors, teachers, peers, afterschool help, and counselors.

    Stakeholders will be able to assess their understanding of responsibilities to achieve the

    grades requires to graduate high school and succeed in post secondary atmospheres.

    Procedures:

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    Do Now: Students will take a survey based on academic involvement in the classroom.

    Introduction to Material:

    I will first ask students to raised their hands and give me an average routine of

    preparation for a classroom exam.

    Possible responses may include:

    ~Ask for help~Create Schedules

    ~Take notes

    ~Eat Breakfast

    ~Stay after school for extra help

    I will then tell students the percentages of African American and Latino students test

    scores in the United States.

    I will then discuss different ways to better prepare for test through classroom etiquette,

    study techniques, and personal awareness.

    Activity:

    I will introduce the subject that will be read aloud to students (President Barack Obama

    biography).

    Students will listen to the segment and take notes on what was read.

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    Students will then share the information they decided was important information with

    the class.

    Students will give feedback to how they felt when taking the notes, who actually

    participated, and why is it important to take notes.

    Closing:

    We will discuss briefly why these responsibilities are important and how does it apply to

    future aspirations and goals.

    Data Assessment:Process Data: 2 Teachers, 2 Counselors, and 85 9 th graders will receive this lesson on March

    2, 2011 starting at 8:00am to 2:00pm during class hours at South Bronx Preparatory. This

    will be reported to the school counselor supervisor and 9 th grade team.

    Perception Data: Stakeholders will answer: What are the 9 th students responsibilities when

    preparing for exams. This will be reported to the school counselor supervisor and 9 th grade

    team.

    Results Data : The element that needs to be changed is the knowledge and understanding of

    how important it is for student to take notes, do homework, and prepare them personally

    before a test to receive better grades.

    References:

    ASCA National Model, 2005

    Educationworld.com

    Dartmouth.edu/ Academic Success Center

    Wikipedia/ Barack Obama, President of U.S.

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    R.E.S.P.E.C.T!!! (7)Domain: Personal/Social Development

    Standard A: Students will acquire the knowledge, attitudes, and interpersonal skills to help

    them understand and respect self and others.

    Competencies PS: A1: Acquire Self-knowledge

    Indicators PS: A1.5 Identify and express feelings

    (ASCA National Model, 2005).

    Aim: The students will demonstrate the knowledge of or ability to Identify positive and negativeinteractions.

    Materials: Perspectacles video clip from YouTube

    Respectful Interactions PPT

    Pre/post tests

    Index cards

    Pencils

    List of vocabulary words

    Equipment:

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    Projector

    Promethean Board

    Laptop

    Activity:

    Make introductions of the presenters and the lesson topic.

    Lesson Content:

    Show the first half of Perspectacles clip.

    o Discuss interactions observed in the video clip.

    Activity identifying put downs and emotions using index cards.

    o Collect cards and read the examples of different emotions aloud.

    Behaviors that divide and exclude.

    o Define stereotype.

    The conflict escalator.

    o Understanding how certain behaviors can cause a conflict to escalate.

    Show the second half of Perspectacles clip

    o Talk about seeing both sides of a situation.

    What shapes your point of view? Goals, experiences, feelings, and values.

    SEAL method for problem solving

    o Example presented of how to use SEAL.

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    o Students work together as a class to use the SEAL method

    Data Assessment:

    Process Data: 2 Teachers, 2 Counselors, and 85 9 th graders will receive this lesson on April

    22, 2011 starting at 8:00am to 2:00pm during class hours at South Bronx Preparatory. This

    will be reported to the school counselor supervisor and 9 th grade team.

    Perception Data: Stakeholders will answer: What are the 9 th students responsibilities when

    preparing for exams. This will be reported to the school counselor supervisor and 9 th grade

    team.

    Results Data : The students will demonstrate the knowledge of or ability to identify positiveand negative interactions. They will be aware behaviors that separate people and listen to the

    other persons story .

    References:

    ASCA National Model, 2005

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    Conflict WHO??? (8)

    Domain: Personal/Social Development

    Standard A: Students will make decisions, set goals and take necessary action to achieve goals.

    Competencies PS: B1 Self-knowledge Application

    Indicators PS: B1.6 Know how to apply conflict resolution skills

    Aim:

    Materials: Black balloons (at least 3 for each member) Name tags for each person Scotch tape Markers Straight pins

    1. Activity: The Black Balloon Activity

    2. Instruct group members to make a nametag for themselves. Encourage them to personalize their nametags

    being creative. Ask them to secure a straight pin on the front of their nametags with a small piece of tape.

    3. Pass out balloons

    4. Ask them to think about the problems in their lives. Cue them by saying it might be problems with their p

    or siblings. It might be problems at school with teachers or coaches. It could be problems with friends. T

    maybe problems with a girlfriend or boyfriend. Perhaps there are problems with the law.

    a. Talk about the two kinds of problems: those we can do something about and those over which we

    powerless. For example, a teen that has temper outbursts can learn to control his or her behavior; b

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    child is powerless over his parents decision to divorce. It is important to distinguish between t

    problems we can do something about and those we cannot. Elicit examples from the group by aski

    your own life, what is a problem you can do something about and what is one you cant? Try goin

    around the group round robin with this one so each member does some problem identification.

    5. Invite members to blow up their balloons, using each breath to represent a problem they have. One proble

    blown into the balloon with each breath. If only one or tw o problems are identified, tell that member

    the problem(s) into the balloon over and over again. Eventually, each member should blow up his or her b

    to capacity and tie the neck in a knot. Now they have their own personal black balloon of problems.

    6.

    Tell the group that at this point, they each have a choice. They can begin to work on those problems overthey have control and let go of those over which they have no control or not. Its up to them. If they woul

    to continue carrying around their black balloons of problems, they may choose to do so. If, however, they

    to take action (by accepting responsibility or by letting go), they remove the pin from their name tags and

    balloons.

    Data Assessment:

    Process Data: 2 Teachers, 2 Counselors, and 85 9 th graders will receive this lesson on May 2, 2011 starting

    8:00am to 2:00pm during class hours at South Bronx Preparatory. This will be reported to the school counselo

    supervisor and 9 th grade team.

    Perception Data: Stakeholders will answer: What are the 9 th students coping skills for handing conflicts?

    be reported to the school counselor supervisor and 9 th grade team.

    Results Data : The students will demonstrate the knowledge of or ability to identify and express feelings an

    demonstrate cooperative behavior in groups. Using effective communication skills.

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    G.O.A.L.S = Get Out and be a Leader with Success (9)

    Domain: Personal/Social Development

    Standard A: Students will make decisions, set goals and take necessary action to achieve goals.

    Competencies PS: B1 Self-knowledge Application

    Indicators PS: B1.9 Identify long and short-term goals

    Materials: Paper

    Large post it paper

    Pencils

    1 SMART Goals Sheet per group

    1 How-To Goal Map per group

    1 Goal Map per person

    Activity:

    What is a SMART Goal?

    Share with the group the SMART goals sheet and begin to discuss the meaning behind this acronym. Ask

    examples for each after youve explained the meaning

    Ask the group to review their previous goal statements and check to see if these qualify as SMART goals.

    student suggests a goal that is too broad, as a group discuss ways to make it a SMARTER goal

    Questions to ask:

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    -What are the specifics (what, how, when?)

    -How will you know without a doubt that you have reached this goal?

    -Can this really happen?

    -When do you plan to reach this goal?

    Before going on to the next stage, ask each person one at a time to recall each word in SMART goal. As a

    give one package of sweethearts to each student after they have attempted to explain the meaning behind S

    goal for their efforts. Do not go on until all have this memorized!

    Group Goal

    Have the group decide which goal they would like to highlight

    Explain that any goal requires accomplishing many smaller steps or objectives and that these steps have to

    SMART too.

    Together as a group, think of as many SMART steps as possible.

    -The goal itself will be written in the largest bubble in the middle

    -Each step towards achieving this goal will be written in the medium sized and smaller bubbles. (U

    attached example for a reference)

    Be sure to discuss fully as a group before writing on the poster board (you may want to brainstorm a goal

    such as planning a trip to Disneyland before you begin writing.)

    Personal Goal

    Ask if anyone knows the difference among a short-term, medium-term, and long-term goal. (For this exer

    short-term is one month; medium-term is one year; long-term is five years.)

    Help each member decide on one of each kind of goal they hope to accomplish.

    Pass out a Goal Map to members and help them to complete a Goal Map for the one goal of their choice (s

    medium, or long). Encourage them to ask questions, work together, and have fun with this.

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    Data Assessment:

    Process Data: 2 Teachers, 2 Counselors, and 85 9 th graders will receive this lesson on May 2, 2011 starting

    8:00am to 2:00pm during class hours at South Bronx Preparatory. This will be reported to the school counselo

    supervisor and 9 th grade team.

    Perception Data: Stakeholders will answer: What are the 9 th students coping skills for handing conflicts?

    be reported to the school counselor supervisor and 9 th grade team.

    Results Data : The students will demonstrate the knowledge of or ability to identify and express feelings an

    demonstrate cooperative behavior in groups. Using effective communication skills.Resources:

    http://www.wingsforkids.org/experience/hot-wings

    http://www.wingsforkids.org/experience/hot-wingshttp://www.wingsforkids.org/experience/hot-wingshttp://www.wingsforkids.org/experience/hot-wings
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    College Development

    Domain: Personal/Social Development (10)

    Standard A: Students will make decisions, set goals and take necessary action to achieve goals.

    Competencies PS: B1 Self-knowledge Application

    Indicators PS: B1.9 Identify long and short-term goalsAim:

    Materials:

    Computer(s) with internet access, projector

    3-minute or 7-minute video (available at http://ifap.ed.gov/ifap/ifapMedia.jsp)

    Scavenger hunt worksheet (see page 6)

    Optional: College.gov promotional materials

    o Please visit http://fsapubs.org to order College.gov materials. If you do not already have

    an Institution ID (OPE/ML), please call 1-800-394-7084 or email [email protected] for assistance.

    Activity:

    Be creative! Mix and match activities to fit your available time slot and resources.

    1. 3-Minute or 7-Minute Video: Ask students to pay close attention, because they will be discussing the people in

    video shortly.

    2. Warm-up Discussion (5-10 min.): Start by asking questions about the people in the video, then move to a discu

    on overcoming obstacles to achieve goals.

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    What challenges did the people in the video face?

    How did they overcome those challenges?

    Do you know anyone who ha s had a similar obstacle?

    What are the barriers to continuing education after high school?

    How might a student overcome those barriers?

    3. Introduce College.gov (10-15 min.): Present College.gov as a resource that can help them achieve the goals the

    discussed (college, career, etc.). Suggested formats (the more

    interactive, the better) include:

    (If using classroom computer and projector) Ask for stude nt volunteers to click through site. (If each student is working at his/her own computer) A llow time for students to explore site. Ask each to repo

    with something he/she learned and wants to find out more about, thinks classmates should know, etc.

    4. Scavenger Hunt (can be done individually or as a group) (10-15 min.): Use the scavenger hunt

    worksheet included in this toolkit to encourage students to locate specific information within

    College.gov. Review answers as a group.

    5. Create a Billboard (5-10 min.): If computers are available, give students time to create their own billboards.

    6. Wrap-up Discussion (5 min.): Suggested questions:

    Data Assessment:

    Process Data: 2 Teachers, 2 Counselors, and 85 9 th graders will receive this lesson on May 2, 2011 starting

    8:00am to 2:00pm during class hours at South Bronx Preparatory. This will be reported to the school counselo

    supervisor and 9 th grade team.

    Perception Data: Stakeholders will answer: What are the 9 th students coping skills for handing conflicts?

    be reported to the school counselor supervisor and 9 th grade team.

    Results Data : The students will demonstrate the knowledge of or ability to identify and express feelings and

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    demonstrate cooperative behavior in groups. Using effective communication skills.

    Resources:

    http://www.college.gov/wps/wcm/connect/01b928004ee459feb1cfb3167cbf63e6/teachertoolkit.pdf?MOD=AJ

    College Development Domain: Career Development (4)

    ASCA Standard A: Students will acquire the attitudes, knowledge and skills that contribute to effective learning

    school and across the life span.

    Competencies: A: A2 Acquire Skills for Improving LearningIndicators: A: A2.4 Apply knowledge and learning styles to positively influence school

    This lesson will help students to learn important research skills as they find out about

    colleges by using consistent criteria, such as size, location, and athletics, to compare a school.

    Suggested Grade Level 9th or 10th

    Objectives

    Learn about the variety of colleges available and ways to use My Road to research specific colleges.

    Use consistent criteria to compare 2 colleges.

    Learn about how students feel about postsecondary options.

    Resources

    Find a College

    School Comparis on Part I (Worksheet CO1-A)

    School Comparison Part II (Worksheet CO1 -B)

    Student Assignment

    (30 minutes)

    http://www.college.gov/wps/wcm/connect/01b928004ee459feb1cfb3167cbf63e6/teachertoolkit.pdf?MOD=AJPEREShttp://www.college.gov/wps/wcm/connect/01b928004ee459feb1cfb3167cbf63e6/teachertoolkit.pdf?MOD=AJPERES
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    Students complete the School Comparison Part I worksheet. At this stage, they will use

    My Roads Find a College feature to learn more about a sch ool with which they are already somewhat familiar.

    Students will need access to My Road.

    Data Assessment:

    Process Data: 2 Teachers, 2 Counselors, and 85 9 th graders will receive this lesson on April 22, 2011 startin

    8:00am to 2:00pm during class hours at South Bronx Preparatory. This will be reported to the school counselo

    supervisor and 9 th grade team.

    Perception Data: Stakeholders will answer: What are the 9 th students responsibilities when preparing for

    This will be reported to the school counselor supervisor and 9th

    grade team. Results Data : The students will demonstrate the knowledge of or ability to identify positive and negative

    interactions. They will be aware behaviors that separate people and l isten to the other persons story .

    References:

    ASCA National Model, 2005

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    College Development

    Domain: Career Development (4)

    ASCA Standard A: Students will acquire the attitudes, knowledge and skills that contribute to effective learning

    school and across the life span.

    Competencies: A: A2 Acquire Skills for Improving LearningIndicators: A: A2.4 Apply knowledge and learning styles to positively influence school

    Materials : Writing utensils Soda can Pre/Post test PowerPoint presentation 3 x 5 Index Cards Im In Control Tip Sheets

    Laptop with projector for PowerPoint presentation

    Objectives: Figure Out whats causing stress in their life Understand the effects of stress Manage stress and avoid the problems it can cause

    Time Required : 50-60 minutes

    Activity:1. Introductions name, who I am, what I do, topic of discussion2. Pass out pretest, which must be done without any talking and emphasizing there are no right or wrong answers

    have 5 minutes to complete it3. Collect pretest4. Stress Management PowerPoint Presentation

    a. Discuss objectivesb. Discuss different types of stressIdentify stressors (Have students to take a sheet of paper and make a list of the things that make you tense.Remind them that stress is a result of how you react to things- Its not caused by the things themselv

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    c. Identify steps to problem solved. Signs of stress- physical, behavioral, and mentale. My Stress Management Plan activity . (Have students to get into groups and discuss on how the

    better handle stress and list out different ways. Encourage them to get as many as possible. Have studeWRITE on a new index card, titled, My Stress Management Plan, the skills they WILL honestly use. A

    minutes, hand out the IM IN CONTROL - STRESS RELIEF TIP SHEET and have students totech niques that they like but didnt think about earlier. In the end, ask them if they have any question aencourage them to put their stress management plan in their folder or binder.)

    f. Healthy and unhealthy ways to cope with stressg. Mental and Physical techniques that help manage stressh. The relaxation Response activity. ( Have students sit comfortably with their eyes closed, ask them

    attention to their breathing, they can choose to repeat a word or phrase or prayer silently to yourself asexhale. When they notice their minds wandering -they will, just notice it and bring their attention back breathing).

    i. Review- Steps to manage stress5. Pass out posttest and collect after 5 minutes

    6.

    Leave floor open to discussion and questionsOutcomes :Students will be able to

    Identify your stressors Know how they react Learn techniques to deal with stress Integrate stress management into their daily life

    Data Assessment:

    Process Data: 2 Teachers, 2 Counselors, and 85 9th

    graders will receive this lesson on May 9,

    2011 starting at 8:00am to 2:00pm during class hours at South Bronx Preparatory. This will be

    reported to the school counselor supervisor and 9 th grade team.

    Perception Data: Stakeholders will be able to identify stressors in high school that could prepare

    them for strategies that will help with future stressors in college.

    Results Data : The students will demonstrate the knowledge of or ability to identify positive and

    negative interactions. Students will know how to react and learn techniques to deal with stress and

    integrate stress management into their daily life.

    References:

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    ASCA National Model, 2005

    http://www.cescal.org/resourceFinder.cfm?secondaryCategoryKey=22

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