Monday, November 7, 2016

MON: Presentations [ & the Week Ahead ]


Learning Target(s)

  • We can use a CRITIQUE process to analyze and assess our work
Announcements
  • Kids who want to be "Permanent" Library kids should email John and we'll see what we can do.
  • SLG meets THIS Tuesday
    • November 8th, Lunchtime, Ms. Ingrid's Room
    • Field Trip this THURSDAY
  • Wed/Thu we will meet in the lab for attendance, drop our stuff, and go to the Theater for "Monologues"
    • Your CREDIT comes from
      • your behavior as an audience member (attentive)
      • the depth of your questions (sincere)
    • YOU will do Monologues next year so go to learn; take mental notes of what you liked and what you didn't; ask questions to figure out what made it 'good' or 'bad'; decide what kind of experience YOU would like to have when YOU do it. Plan accordingly to achieve your goal over the next year.
  • Thu Class will go with the SUB while John take the Student Leadership Group to their field trip
Agenda [65]
  • The "Why Am I" Presentations [65]
    • Movie Seating Expectations
      • Make sure you can see
      • You can get comfortable but you must remain in a chair
      • No snacks or drinks, as usual
    • Critique Expectations
      • When giving: be kind, be specific, be helpful
      • When receiving: be open, be honest, be grateful
    • We will go in order, starting from "M"
      • Some have already been graded and do not need to go
    • You may NOT pass, if called up you must present
    • If you don't have your cards you can reprint your script or read from a phone/google docs

Friday, November 4, 2016

FRI: Presentations


Learning Target(s)
  • We can use a CRITIQUE process to analyze and assess our work
Announcements 
  • John's Advisory needs to have homework done by Lunchtime per our agreement: Spread the word
  • Kids who want to be "Permanent" Library kids should talk to John
  • SLG meets Next Tuesday
    • November 8th, Lunchtime, Ms. Ingrid's Room
    • Field Trip 1 week from THURSDAY
  • LUNCH LAB is now closed to Freshmen
Agenda [60]
  • The "Why Am I" Presentations [60]
    • Movie Seating Expectations
      • Make sure you can see
      • You can get comfortable but you must remain in a chair
      • No snacks or drinks, as usual
    • Critique Expectations
      • When giving: be kind, be specific, be helpful
      • When receiving: be open, be honest, be grateful
    • We will go in order, starting from "M"
      • Some have already been graded and do not need to go
      • You may NOT pass, if called up you must present
      • If you don't have your cards you can reprint your script or read from a phone/google docs

Wednesday, November 2, 2016

WED/THU: Presentations [and back to normal]


Learning Target(s)
  • We can use a CRITIQUE process to analyze and assess our work
Announcements 
  • Library visit this Thursday during advisory
    • If you haven't been before you may signup in advance with John
  • SLG meets Next Tuesday
    • November 8th, Lunchtime, Ms. Ingrid's Room
    • Field Trip 1 week from THURSDAY
  • LUNCH LAB is now closed to Freshmen
Agenda [100]
  • Typing.com [10]
  • My Academic "Week" [05]
  • The "Why Am I" Presentations [85]
    • Movie Seating Expectations
      • Make sure you can see
      • You can get comfortable but you must remain in a chair
      • No snacks or drinks, as usual
    • Critique Expectations
      • When giving: be kind, be specific, be helpful
      • When receiving: be open, be honest, be grateful
    • We will go in order, starting from "M"
      • Some have already been graded and do not need to go
      • You may NOT pass, if called up you must present
      • If you don't have your cards you can reprint your script or read from a phone/google docs

Tuesday, November 1, 2016

TUE: Presentations [and back to normal]


Learning Target(s)
  • We can use a CRITIQUE process to analyze and assess our work
Announcements 
  • SLG meets TODAY
    • November 1st, Lunchtime, Ms. Ingrid's Room
    • Field Trip 1 week from THURSDAY
  • No structured office hours this week 
  • LUNCH LAB is now closed to Freshmen
Agenda [60]
  • Typing.com [15]
  • The "Why Am I" Presentations [45]
    • Movie Seating Expectations
      • Make sure you can see
      • You can get comfortable but you must remain in a chair
      • No snacks or drinks, as usual
    • Critique Expectations
      • When giving: be kind, be specific, be helpful
      • When receiving: be open, be honest, be grateful
    • We will go in order, starting from "M"
      • Some have already been graded and do not need to go
      • You may NOT pass, if called up you must present
      • If you don't have your cards you can reprint your script or read from a phone/google docs

Monday, October 31, 2016

MON: Reflect and Critique Week [DAY ONE]

Congratufreakinlations!
I was so proud of you all last Thursday night!

Learning Target(s)
  • I can REFLECT on the results of my actions while completing the "Why Am I" Keynote project
Announcements 
  • SLG meets Tomorrow
    • November 1st, Lunchtime
    • Field Trip 1 week from THURSDAY
  • No structured office hours this week 
    • I will be here with the lab open during Yearbook and GenYES! 
  • LUNCH LAB is now closed to Freshmen 
    • It will be open to you again when we have our next major deadline (or when you are a Sophomore) 
    • Don't ask. If you are exceptional I will tell you.
  • Special Schedule Today
    • Period 1 8:30‐9:35 (65) 
    • Period 2 9:40‐10:45 (65) 
    • Period 3 10:50‐11:55 (65) 
    • Lunch 11:55‐12:30 
    • Period 4 12:30‐1:35 (65) 
    • Period 5 1:40‐2:45 (65) 
    • ALL SCHOOL CM: 2:50‐3:45 (55)
Agenda [65]
  • Congratulations and Props [10]
  • Understanding the Reflection process at EA [10]
  • The "Why Am I" Reflection [45]
    • Portfolio Project
    • Every Major Project
      • Always better when FRESH! Like brains!
    • Are GRADED as part of the project grade
  • Expectations:
    • Write complete ideas in complete sentences, include evidence, and make a POINT in each paragraph.
    • Stay quiet when done and follow instructions to the Doodle game and Typing.com
    • You may begin...




Wednesday, October 26, 2016

WED/THUR: Keynote FINAL Turn in and Practice

Turn In Your Confirmation for 1 Point
IF you are 100% on-task during THIS LAST Practice/Critique/Revision Class I will grade your Keynote as of the final version. IF you are off-task at all your grade will be given for the version turned in on 10/20 WHEN IT WAS DUE. 



Learning Target(s)
  • I can COMPLETE & TURN IN my FINAL "WHY AM I" Keynote Presentation script & slides
  • I can SHARE my Keynote with both my Adviser & 10th grade Buddy Advisor
Announcements 
  • Schedule Wednesday  (no office hours) 
    • Period 1 8:30 – 9:55 (85) 
    • Period 2 10:00 – 11:25 (85) 
    • SSR 11:30‐11:55 (25) 
    • Community Meeting 11:55– 12:55 (60)
  • Schedule Thursday  (Edits made during practice will not be included in final grade but are allowed so that your presentation can be the best it can be!) 
    • Period 3 8:30 – 9:55 (85) 
    • Period 4 10:00– 11:25 (85) 
    • Period 5 11:30 – 12:55 (85)
    • Practice 1:00-5:00 (240)
    • RETURN TO SCHOOL 5:00
    • PARENTS 5:30-5:45
    • EXHIBITION 6:00-8:00
  • No School Friday

REFERENCE: 
Agenda [85]
  • Turn In Your Confirmation for 1 Points
  • Continue Practice/Critique/Revision process for your "WHY AM I" Presentation THIS THURSDAY  [70]
  • TURN IN YOUR WORK [15]
    • ADD the word "FINAL" to the filename of your keynote 
    • Upload FINAL Keynote to Google Classroom: TURN IT IN
    • LOCATE your FINAL Keynote in your Google Drive
       
    • REQUEST to SHARE with your ADVISOR AND...
      • John's kids share with Ms. Lauren and Ms. Alison
        • lauren@envisionacademy.org 
        • alison@envisionacademy.org 
      • Ms. Elliot's kids share with Ms. Lisa and Mr. K
        • lisa@envisionschools.org 
        • adam@envisionacademy.org 
      • Matt's kids share with Ms. Ramirez
        • michele@envisionacademy.org 
      • Dr. G's kids share with Ms. Mac
        • catherine@envisionacademy.org 
      • Ms. Maker's kids share with Ms. Katz
        • samantha@envisionacademy.org 
    • By Right-click sharing and then sending the request...



REVISION Process 
      • Put your script and your keynote side by side on the screen
        • Practice to yourself:
          • Do the words go with the slides?
          • Does the entire story make sense?
          • Modify words and slides as necessary
      • Go to computer #1 and PRINT your SCRIPT
      • Practice with a Partner and receive their critique
        • Do the words go with the slides?
        • Does the entire story make sense?
        • Modify words and slides as necessary
      • Sign Up to practice with John during class or after school Tuesday
      • Continue to practice & revise while waiting for John

Tuesday, October 25, 2016

TUE: Keynote REVISION/PRACTICE Day TWO

Turn In Your Confirmation for 2 Points
IF you are 100% on-task
during these next THREE 
Practice/Critique/Revision Classes 
I will grade your Keynote 
as of the final version.
 IF you are off-task 
your grade will be given for 
the version turned in on 10/20 



Learning Target(s)
  • I can PRACTICE & REVISE my WHY AM I Keynote Presentation script & slides
Announcements 
  • Exhibition is THIS THURSDAY
  • Schedule Today
    • Period 5 8:30 – 9:10 (40) 
    • Period 4 9:15 ‐ 9:55 (40) 
    • Period 3 10:00 – 10: 40 (40) 
    • Period 2 10:45 –11:25 (40) 
    • Period 1 11:30 –12:10 (40) 
    • Advisory 12:15 – 12:55 (40) 
    • Family Conferences 1:30 – 5:30

REFERENCE: 
Agenda [45]
  • Turn In Your Confirmation for 3 Points
  • Continue Practice/Critique/Revision process for your "WHY AM I" Presentation THIS THURSDAY  [45]
    • REVISION Process 
      • Put your script and your keynote side by side on the screen
        • Practice to yourself:
          • Do the words go with the slides?
          • Does the entire story make sense?
          • Modify words and slides as necessary
      • Go to computer #1 and PRINT your SCRIPT
      • Practice with a Partner and receive their critique
        • Do the words go with the slides?
        • Does the entire story make sense?
        • Modify words and slides as necessary
      • Sign Up to practice with John during class or after school Tuesday
      • Continue to practice & revise while waiting for John

Monday, October 24, 2016

MON: Keynote REVISION/PRACTICE Day TWO

Turn In Your Confirmation for 3 Points
IF you are 100% on-task
during these next THREE 
Practice/Critique/Revision Classes 
I will grade your Keynote 
as of the final version.
 IF you are off-task 
your grade will be given for 
the version turned in on 10/20 



Learning Target(s)
  • I can PRACTICE & REVISE my WHY AM I Keynote Presentation script & slides
Announcements 
  • Exhibition is THIS THURSDAY
  • Schedule Today
    • Period 1 8:30 – 9:10 (40) 
    • Period 2 9:15 ‐ 9:55 (40) 
    • Period 3 10:00 – 10: 40 (40) 
    • Period 4 10:45 –11:25 (40) 
    • Period 5 11:30 –12:10 (40) 
    • Advisory 12:15 – 12:55 (40) 
    • Family Conferences 1:30 – 5:30

REFERENCE: 
Agenda [45]
  • Turn In Your Confirmation for 3 Points
  • Continue Practice/Critique/Revision process for your "WHY AM I" Presentation THIS THURSDAY  [45]
    • REVISION Process 
      • Put your script and your keynote side by side on the screen
        • Practice to yourself:
          • Do the words go with the slides?
          • Does the entire story make sense?
          • Modify words and slides as necessary
      • Go to computer #1 and PRINT your SCRIPT
      • Practice with a Partner and receive their critique
        • Do the words go with the slides?
        • Does the entire story make sense?
        • Modify words and slides as necessary
      • Sign Up to practice with John during class or after school Monday & Tuesday
      • Continue to practice & revise while waiting for John

Friday, October 21, 2016

FRI: Keynote REVISION/PRACTICE Day One

0:Turn in your Exhibition Confirmation for 4 points
1: do NOT unsubmit your Keynote 
(use the one on your Period Drive)
2: open your script 
(unsubmit if needed)
3) Open your Keynote
4)Revise/Practice your Script 
with your Keynote 
(revising Keynote as needed)
5) When ready come to Computer #1 
to print your script

 IF you are 100% on-task during these next FOUR Practice/Critique/Revision Classes
I will grade your Keynote as of the final version. 
 IF you are off-task your grade will be given for the version turned in on 10/20 



Learning Target(s)
  • I can PRACTICE & REVISE my WHY AM I Keynote Presentation script & slides
Announcements 
  • Exhibition

REFERENCE: 
Agenda [60]
  • Continue PRODUCTION on "WHY AM I" slides  [60]
    • Production Process 
      • Select one event from your Brainstorm
        • Complete the writing portion - make sure you know what you are trying to "say" 
      • Collect images from REMEMBER: No WATERMARKED images 
      • Make a rough layout of your slide and ask for feedback before refining your design 
      • If you get stuck... 
        • Ask your NEIGHBOR 
        • Ask your AISLE 
        • Ask your TEACHER 
    • REPEAT

Thursday, October 20, 2016

THU: Keynote FINAL DEADLINE DAY

You have 60 minutes 
to Turn In 
your completed 
Keynote



Learning Target(s)
  • I can complete PRODUCTION of my WHY AM I Keynote Presentation slides
Announcements 
  • Tuesday Schedule Today (5-1)
    • No Lunch Lab
    • No Office Hours
    • Keynote due @ end of YOUR Class
  • Reverse Period Friday Tomorrow (1-5)

REFERENCE: 
Agenda [60]
  • COMPLETE PRODUCTION on "WHY AM I" slides  [60]
    • Production Process 
      • Select one event from your Brainstorm
        • Complete the writing portion - make sure you know what you are trying to "say" 
      • Collect images from REMEMBER: No WATERMARKED images 
      • Make a rough layout of your slide and ask for feedback before refining your design 
      • If you get stuck... 
        • Ask your NEIGHBOR 
        • Ask your AISLE 
        • Ask your TEACHER 
    • REPEAT

Tuesday, October 18, 2016

TUE/WED: Keynote Work Day




YOU SHOULD BE PRODUCING ABOUT 
1 SLIDE PER DAY FROM THIS POINT ON
Learning Target(s)
  • I can Continue PRODUCTION of my WHY AM I Keynote Presentation slides
Announcements 
  • Office hours TODAY ONLY
  • Special Schedule THis Week
    • TODAY is a Thursday Schedule
    • Thursday is a Tuesday Schedule and your entire keynote is due that day
    • Friday is a backwards Friday Period Order
  • Library Kids: As soon as Lunch is over
    • Check-In with your advisor
    • Meet John by the Fireplace
      HOMEWORK & Deadlines This Week:



      Thursday,
      October 20
      Completed Keynote DUE


      REFERENCE: 
      Agenda [100]
      • Continue PRODUCTION on "WHY AM I" slides  [50]
          • You should have a full run-through with John before Thursday
      • 6 minutes with the SNAKE! Helping your colleagues do better work! [10]
      • Continue PRODUCTION on "WHY AM I" slides  [40]
        • Production Process 
          • Select one event from your Brainstorm
            • Complete the writing portion - make sure you know what you are trying to "say" 
          • Collect images from REMEMBER: No WATERMARKED images 
          • Make a rough layout of your slide and ask for feedback before refining your design 
          • If you get stuck... 
            • Ask your NEIGHBOR 
            • Ask your AISLE 
            • Ask your TEACHER 
        • REPEAT

      Sunday, October 16, 2016

      MON: Keynote Work Day



      YOU SHOULD BE PRODUCING ABOUT 
      1 SLIDE PER DAY FROM THIS POINT ON
      Learning Target(s)
      • I can Continue PRODUCTION of my WHY AM I Keynote Presentation slides
      Announcements 
      • Office hours Monday & Tuesday ONLY
      • Special Schedule THis Week
        • Tuesday is a Thursday Schedule
        • Thursday is a Tuesday Schedule and your entire keynote is due that day
        • Friday is a backwards Friday Period Order
      • If you want to go to the Library with me next time let me know during class (6 per period)
      • IGNORE (close) the box that tells you about the Keynote Update
      • IMPORTANT: If you are working on a different MAC outside of our lab do NOT upgrade the "why am I.key" file if asked by that other computer - ask John what to do!
          HOMEWORK & Deadlines This Week:



          Thursday,
          October 20
          Completed Keynote DUE


          REFERENCE: 
          Agenda [65]
          • WarmUp Talk [10]
          • Continue PRODUCTION on "WHY AM I" slides  [+/- 50]
              • You should have a full run-through with John before Thursday
            • Production Process 
              • Select one event from your Brainstorm
                • Complete the writing portion - make sure you know what you are trying to "say" 
              • Collect images from REMEMBER: No WATERMARKED images 
              • Make a rough layout of your slide and ask for feedback before refining your design 
              • If you get stuck... 
                • Ask your NEIGHBOR 
                • Ask your AISLE 
                • Ask your TEACHER 
              • When tired or "finished" 
                • Add more ideas to your brainstorm

          Friday, October 14, 2016

          FRI: SCRIPT SUBMISSION & Keynote Workday :)



          YOU SHOULD BE AVERAGING ABOUT 
          1 SLIDE PER DAY FROM THIS POINT ON
          Learning Target(s)
          • I can complete the FINAL draft of my script and submit it through Google Classroom
          • I can Continue PRODUCTION of my WHY AM I Keynote Presentation slides
          Announcements 
          • IGNORE (close) the box that tells you about the Keynote Update
          • IMPORTANT: If you are working on a different MAC outside of our lab do NOT upgrade the "why am I.key" file if asked by that other computer - ask John what to do!
              HOMEWORK & Deadlines This Week:

              TODAY, October 14
              WHY AM I REVISED Script DUE: It should be readable like a script at this point

              REFERENCE: 
              Agenda [40]
              • WarmUp [10]
              • Script Completion & submission [+/- 30]
                • Continue to edit your SCRIPT into its final version
                • Each "card" should read as a complete story (one event).
                • Make sure it reads like a script.  You will be standing in front of a room of people saying these words, does it make sense?
                • EVERY CARD must be complete.  You will be graded on a randomly chosen card/event.  Did you do your best on EVERY card?  If not you just might get your grade on the worst one!
              • Do NOT FORGET to go to GOOGLE CLASSROOM &...

                TURN IN your script 

                • If you finish early: Continue PRODUCTION on "WHY AM I" Slides  [+/-]
                  • Production Process 
                    • Select one event from your Brainstorm
                      • Complete the writing portion - make sure you know what you are trying to "say" 
                    • Collect images from REMEMBER: No WATERMARKED images 
                    • Make a rough layout of your slide and ask for feedback before refining your design 
                    • If you get stuck... 
                      • Ask your NEIGHBOR 
                      • Ask your AISLE 
                      • Ask your TEACHER 
                    • REPEAT