Scholars Creed
What does the M in the scholar's creed stand for?
Motivated
What is the definition of self-care?
Please provide an example.
Self-care means taking the time to do things that help you live well and improve both your physical health and mental health.
Example: meditating, organizing your belongings, showering, doing your hair, dancing etc.
What is the name of the next break?
Mid-Winter Recess
What does the E in the scholar's creed represent?
Please provide an example.
Enthusiastic
I recognize my unique strengths and the impact I can have on our school community.
I support and celebrate the unique achievements of all members of our community through positive words and actions.
I have a voice in our school community.
What was the story, " I Carry My Mace Just in Case" mainly about?
A young girl who lived in an urban city carried her mace because her mother feared the idea of her child being sexually assaulted.
Why do we celebrate Martin Luther King Day?
Martin Luther King fought for the rights of people of non-white ethnicities. Because of his persistence, and other black civil rights leaders, racial segregation came to an end.
What does the D in the scholar's creed represent? Please provide an example.
Dedicated
Example:
I am prepared, organized, and manage my time effectively.
I take advantage of opportunities to continue to learn outside of the classroom.
Did the teenage girl in, "I Carry My Mace Just in Case" mace someone?
No.
We learned about student's with disabilities. We defined disabilities as what?
A need.
Reminder: We all have different needs so respect everyone's differences.
What does the I and A represent in the scholar's creed?
Please give an example of both.
Intelligent and Achiever
Example of intelligence:
I put forth maximum effort.
I welcome challenges and push myself to overcome obstacles to meet my goals.
Example of achiever:
I put forth maximum effort.
I welcome challenges and push myself to overcome obstacles to meet my goals.
What is the difference between assertive and aggressive communication.
Assertive communication is a way of stating a person's feelings without putting someone else down.
Aggressive communication- a way of expressing your feelings and opinions by shouting, yelling, blaming, verbally abusing or being critical of someone
In the story, "My Hero Behind Bars" where does the narrator fear their father will go?
Columbia
A theme is defined as a life lesson learned in a story. What was one of the themes learned in, "My Hero Behind Bars?"
Be careful of the friends you hang out with.
Although you may face the same hardship as someone, each person may internalize it differently.
Someone may be experiencing the unthinkable even if they do not display their emotions.