Met 201

3/15
This was posted on the front page of the blog ...but thought I would put it here too :)


Work hard Play Hard
Post Exhibition 2nd Trimester
Narrative (with Gap Analysis)
Contract work, Learning Plan ,and Project Update

Congratulations  you successfully completed your 2nd Trimester exhibition!
The following FIVE expectations need to be completed by Monday March 25th.  We will go over this as an advisory and you have a meeting with me to make sure we are on the right track for 2nd trimester.  

1.  Narrative. and Gap Analysis
      -  Look at your feedback forms -
-  Answer the following in a minimum 2 page, double spaced, 12 font reflection ….

A).  What were THREE pieces of feedback you received that were POSITIVE about your work this trimester and the way you presented your exhibition.
****  Attach the feedback forms!

B.)  List all THREE Gaps -
1.  How have you worked on these this year so far?
2.  What are your plans to continue to work on these Gaps third trimester?
        

2.  Contract work
    -  Make a NEAT list of contract work (typed) - List MOST important work FIRST
    - NEED COMPLETE:
        -  80% of your worktracker
       
3.   Learning Plan - update for 3rd trimester
-  You can use the same document you used from 1st/2nd trimester.  Make Copy, save as Trimester2 learning Plan and start added and taking away.  

4.  Project work -  We will be completing in the next month and  a half
You should have …
      a. project proposal - completed and typed
      b.  timeline of work completed so far
      c. uploaded project work so far to blog
      d. timeline for completion
 
5.  Exhibition sign in sheet and Facts.  
Hand in Exhibition sign in sheet with 3 facts you learned from each exhibition.


2/25/13

WHPH Exhibition Expectations - 2nd Trimester - 2012-2013
Please read the expectations thoroughly - make sure you answer and include everything on the expectations.  (A good tip might be to cross off each line as you write your notecards!!)

1.  Hook - 3-5 minutes
*Remember, the goal is to get your panel interested in your xo!!

2.  LTI - 10 minutes
-  Explanation of LTI and what you do there, How does this connect to your passion?, pictures, read/show/explain a minimum of 2 blog entries, LTI book (have or ordered - we will complete research 3rd trimester)

3.  LTI/RWL project - 15 minutes
-  Answer:  what is your project?  How/why did you come up with this idea?, Show/EXPLAIN your project proposal, show/explain all documentation, what have you learned?!, What are you going to teach the panel? are you finished? - if so - show your final product.  If not - show your timeline for completion.  

4.  Content of your choice - 10 minutes
-  QR, 6 Traits, Success for Teens, all other RWL opp’s, Autobio, etc.  
- Explain this topic - what you have done, show and explain work, activity with panel

5. Work tracker - 5 minutes
-  Show it (copies for all in the beginning), explain % - why and how, Explain each section (lti reflection, 6 traits, success, QR update, etc) - best and worst parts, plan for next trimester

6.  Finale - 5 minutes
-  Gaps(3) you are working on this year, how they are going, read section of gateway essay (you might want to mention its draft one) and explain where you are in terms of graduating through Gateway

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XO Checklist:
____  Agenda/ 15 copies ____  Notecards/detailed agenda (like notecards)
____  Worktracker/15 copies ____  practiced twice (all the way through)
(after 3/1 or when you are 100%)
____  Organized binder/work ____  Hook materials all set
____  Organized blog ____  Lesson materials all set
____  Parent and mentor know date/time ____  dressed professional
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Can’t wait to see these great exhibitions!!!!




1/14/13

Name:______________________                                         Date:___________________


PERSONAL GATEWAY ESSAY FORMAT

Below are ALL the questions that must be addressed in your Personal Gateway Essay.  Please be sure to take your time with your writing and make sure that this is an essay that you will be proud to show the people who  will be writing your Letter of Recommendation.  It should be a minimum of 3 pages, double spaces, 12 font.


1.         Introduction – Who are you and Why are you ready for Senior Institute? 

2.         What is your Role in Advisory? 
            Are you productive or disruptive? ,Do you participate in advisory, PMU’s and       other school events?  Comment on Rudeness to advisors, other staff members, and          students.  Have you led advisory discussions?

3.         Independent Work Time:  How are you at time management?  How have you        demonstrated leadership?  Are you goofing around?  How has it changed since             9th grade?  How do you use your calendar, to do lists?

4.         How is your communication and Relationship w/ Advisor and Advisory (Work      and Personal Stuff) what role does your advisor play in your education.  Are you        completely utilizing your advisors strengths?

5.         How have you been with internships this year?  What are your strengths at your     LTI?  What are your weaknesses?  What do you have to work on to be a more     productive intern in senior institute?

6.         How is your LTI project work?  What work you are most proud of and why?         What do you have to improve on the most with your project work ?

7.         Gateway Readiness – How are you ready?  Have you improved since last year,      and your 1st trimester exhibition of this year?  What are some of your concerns      about gateway and what you feel will go well.

8.         What Personal Qualities are you focused on in your Gap Analysis and how have    you addressed them so far?

9.         Met opportunities – What school opportunities have you taken advantage of?         What have you gained from those experiences that will help you in the future.

10.       Conclusion – Your last chance to convince the reader that you are prepared for      your gateway and senior institute.



1/7/13
Videos from today's journals (#27):
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TkHTbkPoEQ8

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j1ZlLd1fnxU

12/10/12
We've been watching videos for journal entries lately - I'll get better at posting next time .. here they are ...

American Beauty Standard: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I4urDuwJzuI
Dove Evolution:  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hibyAJOSW8U

Self Worth Project: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QZ7Nw7sK0yk
Self Worth Project 2:  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4KvmFrx1dRo

Prescription drugs:  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6SeqZs4tURI


11/26/12
You will need this for your Learning Plan (It's also posted on the "Advisory" page of the blog)

2nd TRIMESTER ---- GATEWAY EXPECTATIONS
https://docs.google.com/a/metmail.org/document/d/1AbEBdCmsFUKJsbbTc0kkS51TMHPogsvGjeHeDh6bED8/edit

Yet another link to the LEARNING PLAN
https://docs.google.com/a/metmail.org/document/d/1LosiDBMLXMR5MvjduooBvRFkNNzZ6cBzVuOCOfyCMW4/edit

11/26/12
Everyone should hand in their NARRATIVE with Gap Plan/Project plan/Contract work and Learning Plan
*Don't forget to hand in the exhibition sign in sheet and staple your feedback forms to your narrative!!

https://docs.google.com/a/metmail.org/document/d/1VBv4iq-2ZzIGHH_vHkJ7OcfR5foihGvgL73YVAxtYQg/edit



10/18/12
We have been working on Khan Academy quite a bit lately.  It is an excellent way to work independently on multiple subjects - especially math!!!
Here is the website:   www.KhanAcademy.org
I will check it every week.  Everyone should make a minimum of ONE achievement a week.   (Those on coverage have 3 minimum a week)
Have fun learning!!!


10/4/12
Here is the Blank Learning Plan.  Make sure you "make a copy" so you can write in the document  - DOn't forget to RENAME it with your name in it ... 


10/4/12

Here is the link to all the Journal Prompts this year.  Remember - on friday's we don't have a tradiotional journal prompt because you receive 5 autobiography prompts to pick from :)  


9/26/12
Great Family Night Tonight - Here is the Gateway Expectations ... including 1st Trimester expectations that was handed out ...

https://docs.google.com/a/metmail.org/document/d/1DCOUKVeLg5dBqSv3pfLCF_mALVioI5MQ54_7vcC4tDo/edit

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