September
IB Learner Profile Trait: Open-Minded
Approaches to Learning (ATL): Social/Collaboration Skills
Week 1:
Monday: No School
Tuesday: September 5th
Wednesday: Study Hall
Review Study Hall Norms:
1. Respect Quiet Time: Everyone should understand that study hall is a time for focused work. Keep noise levels to a minimum to avoid disturbing others who are studying.
2. Arrive Prepared: Come to study hall with all necessary materials, books, and assignments. Being organized helps maximize your study time.
3. Use Technology Wisely: Use electronic devices only for educational purposes, such as research or assignments. Avoid social media, games, and distractions.
4. Raise Your Hand for Assistance: If you have a question or need help, raise your hand to get the attention of a study hall monitor or teacher.
5. Respect Personal Space: Give fellow students their space to work comfortably. Avoid leaning over or invading others' personal areas.
6. Collaborate Quietly: If group work is allowed, collaborate with others in hushed tones so as not to disrupt those studying independently.
7. Clean Up After Yourself: Keep your study area tidy by disposing of trash and organizing your belongings before leaving.
8. Stay in Your Seat: Remain seated unless you need to get up for a specific reason, such as using the restroom or asking for help.
9. No Food or Drink: To maintain a clean and distraction-free environment, avoid bringing food or drinks into the study hall.
10. Respect Others' Time: Be on time to study hall and avoid packing up early. This ensures that everyone has the full allocated time for studying.
11. Focus on Productivity: Use study hall for its intended purpose – studying, completing assignments, and working on projects. Minimize unrelated activities.
12. Respect Diversity: Be considerate of others' backgrounds, preferences, and learning styles. Create an inclusive atmosphere where everyone feels comfortable.
13. Follow School Rules: Adhere to the school's code of conduct and policies during study hall, just as you would in any other class.
14. Seek Help Responsibly: If you need assistance, approach the study hall monitor or teacher in a respectful manner and wait patiently if they're helping someone else.
15. Encourage a Positive Atmosphere: Help create an atmosphere of mutual support and encouragement. Offer help if you see someone struggling with their work.
16. Use Study Resources Wisely: Make use of available resources such as reference materials, study guides, and online tools to enhance your learning.
17. Respect Privacy: Avoid looking at others' work or devices without permission. Respect each student's right to privacy.
*Study Hall norms created with assistance from ChatGPT
Thursday: No Homeroom
Friday: September 8th
Continue with Monday's activity.
Week 2:
Monday: September 11th
Tuesday: Study Hall
Wednesday: Study Hall
Thursday: No Homeroom
Friday: September 15th [Optional Lesson, or complete your activity from Monday]
Week 3:
Monday: September 18th
Tuesday: Study Hall
Wednesday: Study Hall
Thursday: No Homeroom
Friday: September 22nd [Optional Lesson, or complete your activity from Monday]
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