1. “Who’s in My Advisement Group?” “Who’s My Advisor?”

2. Objectives PS:A2 Acquire Interpersonal Skills PS:A2.1 Recognize that everyone has rights and responsibilities PS:A2.2 Respect alternative points of view PS:A2.3 Recognize, accept, respect and appreciate individual differences PS:A2.4 Recognize, accept and appreciate ethnic and cultural diversity PS:A2.5 Recognize and respect differences in various family configurations PS:A2.6 Use effective communications skills PS:A2.7 Know that communication involves speaking, listening and nonverbal behavior PS:A2.8 Learn how to make and keep friends

3. Purpose The purpose of this advisement session is to build rapport in the advisement groups; student to student; student to advisor; advisor to student Today we are going to begin to get to know each other a little better.

4. Advisement is a time for us to spend together learning about and discussing many different topics. It is important that you understand, I am your ADVISOR I am one person you will come to if you have questions or problems. I may not always be able solve your problems but, if I can’t help you, I will find someone who can.

5. Everyone Please take out a sheet of paper ACTIVITY

6. Draw a Bubble Map Take about 5 Minutes to write 6 facts about yourself ( Telling us who you are) Your Name Here

7. Teachers Share your Map with students Students will begin their introductions by stating their name Followed by sharing their bubble map with their 6 facts All students must participate

8. Collect Bubble Maps

9. You Should Now Be Able To Answer: “Who’s in My Advisement Group?” “Who’s My Advisor?

10. Character Traits Revisited (Teachers please review if time permits)

11. RESPONSIBILITY 1)Do your job to the best of your ability. 2)Take ownership for your words and actions.. --Own your own choices. --Be on time. --Help with chores without reminders. --Do homework on time and keep schoolwork in order. Use your planner to stay on track. KINDNESS/COMPASSION 1) Friendly 2) Helpful 3) Generous --Be sensitive to people having a bad day. --Stand up for kids who are being picked on. --Say “hello’ to another student whom others ignore. --When someone else is having a bad day, look for ways to cheer them up. --Say things to others you know won’t hurt; don’t gossip. TRUST 1)Reliable 2)To depend upon the person to do the right thing even when no one is looking. --Do what you say you will do. --Be honest. --Be dependable and loyal. --Take a stand for what is right. --Talk about others in kind ways. SELF-ESTEEM 1)Pride and respect in yourself and your abilities. 2)Respect for yourself. --Believe in yourself. --Ask for help when you need it. --Dream! --Smile and greet people you meet. --Have the courage to be yourself. --Be willing to take positive risks. --Be able to laugh at yourself. Key Character Traits to Remember