Misc.

7 Habits

We will be learning about ways we can be a leader.  For each habit we will be writing a paper.  Think of examples in your life that work with each habit. 

1. BE PROACTIVE: I am a responsible person. I take initiative. I choose my actions, attitudes, and moods. I do not blame others for my wrong actions. I do the right thing without being asked, even when no one is looking.

2. BEGIN WITH THE END IN MIND: I plan ahead and set goals. I do things that have meaning and make a difference. I am an important part of my classroom and contribute to my school’s mission and vision, and look for ways to be a good citizen.

3. PUT FIRST THINGS FIRST: I spend my time on things that are most important. This means I say no to the things I know I should not do. I set priorities, make a schedule, and follow my plan. I am disciplined and organized.

4. THINK WIN-WIN: I balance courage for getting what I want with consideration for what others want. I make deposits in others Emotional Bank Accounts. When conflicts arise, I look for third alternatives.

5. SEEK FIRST TO UNDERSTAND, THEN TO BE UNDERSTOOD: I listen to other peoples’ ideas and feelings. I try to see things from their viewpoints, I listen to others without interrupting. I am confident in voicing my ideas. I look people in the eyes when talking.

6. SYNERGIZE: I value other people’s strengths and learn from them. I get along well with others, even people who are different than me. I work well in groups. I seek out other peoples’ ideas to solve problems because I know that by teaming with others we can create better solutions than any one of us alone. I am humble.

7. SHARPEN THE SAW: I take care of my body by eating right, exercising, and getting sleep.. I spend time with family and friends. I learn in lots of ways and lots of places not just at school. I take time to find meaningful ways to help others.

Technology
Utah Core Curriculum for Keyboarding requires students to be able to:

• Key at a minimum speed of 25 words per minute (WPM) on at least 3 one- or two-minute timings. 
• Key at 2 or fewer errors per minute.   
• Key without using the backspace/delete key on timings.

In addition to their speed and accuracy as described above, students are judged on the following technique:

• Feet placed on the floor
• Body centered to the H key with elbows at sides
• Sit up straight
• Curved fingers over the home row keys
• Wrists off the keyboard
• Eyes on the printed copy
• Key by touch with correct fingering
• Key with a smooth rhythm

We will also be working on creating Power Point Presentations, learning how to research the internet and how to have good digital citizenship.

P.E.
We will be having P.E. at least once a week with additional time jogging often so that we can run the mile within 10 minutes.

DARE
DARE=Drug Abuse Resistance Education.  Detective Campbell will be teaching this program.  This is a great program and we will have a graduation when we have completed the program.