Is this Self-Advocacy?
Is this an example of Self-Advocacy? Explain why or why not!
Katie goes to the mall to meet up with friends.
This is not an example of Self-Advocacy.
I recognize what I need and use resources to help myself.
Katie is just doing something for fun.
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Believe in Yourself
You are a unique and valuable person. You are worth the effort it takes to advocate for yourself. You can do it! You may need to work on raising your ____________ to really believe in yourself and become your own best advocate.
What is self-esteem (or any synonym such as confidence, self-belief, etc)
This item allows you to organize any school-related tasks you need to complete. It is helpful in keeping due dates in mind. You can easily take it anywhere you go.
What is an agenda?
It may seem odd, but this is the year Discovery Middle School was established.
What is 2013?
DMS students and staff go to this top-notch shop to purchase delicious, specially made drinks and treats to get their morning started right.
Where is Cool Beans?
Is this an example of Self-Advocacy? Explain why or why not!
Andrew asks his teacher to speak a little louder because he is having trouble hearing him from his assigned seat in the back row.
Yes, this is an example of Self-Advocacy.
I recognize what I need and use resources to help myself.
Andrew is recognizing what he needs to help him be a more successful student.
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Decide What You Want
Clarify for yourself exactly what you need. This will help you set your own ____________ and help you be clear to others about what it is that you want and need for yourself.
What are goals?
You can reach out to this person to help you be more successful in a class. This person's goal is to help you reach your goals.
Who is a teacher?
This teacher knew his history and pictured a building of learning and innovation. Thus, he submitted the name Discovery Middle School when the school was established.
Who is Dr. Langhorst?
DMS students can take advantage of this designated time three days a week to get academic help or enrichment.
What is WIN (What I Need)?
Is this an example of Self-Advocacy? Explain why or why not!
Trevor takes food to a homeless shelter at Christmas time every year.
No, this is not an example of Self-Advocacy.
I recognize what I need and use resources to help myself.
Trevor is performing an act of service.
Plan Ahead
Once you know what you need, make a plan to achieve your goal. Think of several ways to address the problem. Then take __________ using the one that you feel has the most chance of being successful.
What is take action or take control?
You may need this to feel capable of taking the action needed to reach your goal. Having this helps when self-advocacy isn't easy. The cowardly lion was also in search of this.
What is courage or determination?
Once DMS teachers got a handle on teaching their students, they used this to tweet all the great things happening in their classrooms.
What is #DMSLeads?
Participating in clubs is one way for DMS students to get involved.
Name 6 clubs available to students.
What is
P.O.P. Club, Builders Club, Game Board Club, Cover to Cover, Culinary Club, Common Ground, International Junior Thespian Society, Student Council, Yearbook, Intramurals, Sign Making 101 Club, Geography Club, Robotics, Shutterbug Photography Club, Harry Potter Club
Is this an example of Self-Advocacy? Explain why or why not!
Heather asks a classmate to study with her for their science exam.
Yes, this is an example of Self-Advocacy.
I recognize what I need and use resources to help myself.
Heather is identifying that studying with a classmate will help her be a successful student.
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Communicate What You Need
Decide who you need to communicate with to most effectively achieve your goal. Talk directly with the person who can best _________ you.
What is help, assist, or support?
You can reach out to this staff member for support or encouragement no matter what part of your life you'd like to change. This person is trained to listen and help work through problems...and may even make you laugh.
Who is the counselor or administrator?
These current DMS teachers and staff have been recognized as Teacher of the Year or Staff Member of the Year in previous years.
Name 2 of them.
Who is...
Mrs. Garvey, Dr. Langhorst, Mr. Nash, Mr. Willis, Mrs. Baker, Ms. Neibling, Mrs. Kiely, Mrs. Eisenhower (Schintz), Mr. Cliff, Mr. Scott, Mrs. Cutter, Mrs. Ward
Not just a motto or saying, this is a belief of how we should treat each other each and every day at DMS.
What is #CauseKindness?
Is this an example of Self-Advocacy? Explain why or why not!
Alex signs up to attend his math teacher's WIN session to get extra practice with a skill he is confused about.
Yes, this is an example of Self-Advocacy.
I recognize what I need and use resources to help myself.
Alex is using his resources to be a more successful student in math.
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Don't Quit
Don’t give up! Follow through until you achieve your goal. Dedicate yourself to doing everything you need to be successful. This may require you to make _____________, but they will pay off in the long run!
What are sacrifices or changes?
Use this to speak up for yourself or for someone else. Without the use of this, people that can help you may not be aware of your needs or goals.
What is your voice?
If you were sending mail to the best middle school in Missouri, you would write this address on the envelope.
What is 800 Midjay Dr? Liberty, MO? 64068?
Students must accurately name 2 parts of the address.
This small group of people are placed together for 2-3 years to establish camaraderie and a sense of belonging.
It makes it easy to know who you'll start your day with at DMS each day.
What is Advisory?