M-A-P Lesson #2- Guide for Teachers
In order for M-A-P to be effective the students have to know why they are there. Students need to understand the goals and the reasons we are doing this and I don’t think that many students do…
Theme: Habit #2-Begin With the End in Mind-
From the Seven Habits of Highly Effective Teens-Sean Covey
Lesson Objectives:
- Students will understand the goals and objectives of the Mentor Advisory Program
- Students describe the benefits of goal setting.
- Students will discuss their short and long-term goals personal and academic goals.
M-A-P Outcomes
- An advisory program should ensure that every student has the opportunity to feel known, heard, and understood.
2. Through M-A-P, students can gain key academic and social competencies that they will need to navigate through high school and make a seamless transition to career or college.
3. M-A-P gives students the opportunity to make meaningful connections with staff mentors, student mentors, and other students.
4. Positive peer leadership plays a big part in developing a positive peer culture
What you need for this lesson
_____Copy of Staff Lesson plan
_____Copies of career portfolio for each student( M-A-P folder on common teacher file)
_____Folder for each student(placed in your mailboxes 9/17)
_____Attendance sheet (in M-A-P folder on common teacher)
_____A meeting with your peer leader to plan lesson together
***We will provide all poster making supplies(poster board, glue, scissors, magazines, markers and we will bring poster board and markers to your group at the beginning of the lesson
Part 1-
Open the lesson by sharing information about the Mentor Advisory Program
Suggested format:
Who?- Talk about yourself and perhaps share any relevant background information.
What?- M-A-P(Mentor Advisory Program) is…
M-A-P is an extension of the guidance department and a primary vehicle for creating a more personalized learning environment where all students are well known by at least one adult and a peer mentor.
When?-are the meetings?- Dates(check staff guide) and when are you available for students and parents if they need to see you outside of the group.
Where?-can students find you if they need to get a hold of you. Where can students go for college and career information.
Why?-Goals of the Mentor Advisory Program(See above for outcomes)
Staff and peer leaders act in an advisory role and as an extension of our hard working Guidance Department. Through M-A-P, "Students can gain key academic and social competencies that they will need to navigate through high school and make a smooth transition to career or college. This gives them the opportunity to make meaningful connections with other students and with adults."
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"We know that a strong attachment to school, healthy peer relationships, and meaningful participation in leadership activities support students’ resiliency, healthy development, and success in school. "
Copyright © 2003 Educators for Social Responsibility
How?-Process Management and Transformation
- Monthly meetings with group to build connections
- Informal conferences with students "in-between" group meetings
- One parent conference per student per year
- Collaboration with guidance, teachers and advisors to encourage student success.
- Administrative support for advisory programs
Queen Anne’s County Public Schools
Our Mission, Vision & Goals
The mission of Queen Anne's County Public Schools is to educate, encourage, and enable all students to become productive and contributing citizens in a diverse and changing world.
The vision of Queen Anne's County Public Schools is to provide a quality learning environment for all children.
Our Goals
STUDENT ACHIEVEMENT
TEACHER RETENTION AND RECRUITMENT
COMMUNICATION
SAFE SCHOOLS AND COMMUNITY
FAMILY INVOLVEMENT
PREPARATION FOR THE WORLD OF WORK
Our Values
1. Safe, Respectful and Caring School Environment
2. Performance Excellence
3. Learning Organization
4. Synergy |