PBL Categories
The ability to effectively communicate knowledge and thinking through writing by organizing and structuring ideas using discipline-appropriate language and conventions
Written Communication
Can you leave the school during lunch?
No, we are a closed campus. No delivery, either. You must stay in designated areas.
Two things you must absolutely bring with you every day
chromebook, charger
Where did Ms. Dec go to college?
Western Michigan
Where did Ms. Poli go to high school?
Here!
The ability to effectively communicate knowledge and thinking, and engage in clear and thoughtful dialogue through group conversations and presentations
Oral Communication
Restorative Center, under E House stairs
Are your grades based on your work or your group's?
Your own effort is the only thing graded, there are no group grades
How many languages does Ms. Dec speak, and what are they?
Two, English and Japanese
What instrument does Ms. Poli know how to play?
Piano
An individual and group's ability to contribute to group tasks
Collaboration
What is the school's phone policy?
Must be in bag or locker.
1st offence: Handed into Restorative Center, pick up at end of day
2nd offence: Handed into Restorative Center, parent must come pick it up
3rd: Put on phone plan until further notice
What do you need to do before and after work time?
Set a goal, reflect on progress
Ms. Dec's favorite kind of chocolate
Dark
Who is Ms. Poli's favorite singer?
Taylor Swift
A combination of academic mindsets and the ability to take ownership over one's learning
Agency
Name the Principal, Assistant Principals, and Dean of Students
Mr. Bourdage, Mr. Buchinger and Mr. Caplis, Mr. Mitchell
What do you do when a teacher is at the front of the room?
Stop talking and turn to listen. Immediately.
What does Ms. Dec do in her free time?
Video Games
What celebrity does Ms. Poli share a birthday with?
Johnny Depp
The ability to reason, problem-solve, develop sound arguments or decisions, and create new ideas using appropriate sources and applying the knowledge and skills of a discipline
Mrs. Linton, Mrs. Miller, Mrs. Riedlinger, Mrs. Studley
What is our late work policy?
Late work is graded on Thursdays
Anything turned in after a due date is subject to lose points
We will not accept anything from a previous project once the new project starts
What is Ms. Dec's favorite sport, and what is her favorite team in that sport?
Baseball, LA Angels
How many states has Ms. Poli been to?
17