Challenges and Opportunities Intermediate Drama Unit 2 High School Preparation Challenges and Opportunities

Drama in the Intermediate Grades This year, we will be exploring… Collaboration and Sharing Ideas High School Preparation Financial Literacy Rituals and Ceremonies

Unit 2 (January-February) High School Preparation The Setting Courses Challenges and Opportunities Decision Making My Plan for High School

Challenges and Opportunities High school will bring you more freedom than in elementary school. BUT you will also have more responsibilities than you do now!

Challenges New building New teachers Longer classes More work Increased need for self-regulation

Challenges Social Challenges Parties New friends Adolescence* Relationships* Drugs and Alcohol*

Challenges Academic Requirements turning assignments in on time being organized following directions properly managing your time* seeking assistance when necessary showing determination through tough times understanding how grades are calculated studying for tests and exams*

Opportunities Choose Your Own Adventure Fresh start New friends Courses Post-secondary options Fresh start New friends Part-time jobs Driver’s License Trips Extra-Curricular Activities

Extra-Curricular Activities Ambassadors Art Club Athletic Council Badminton Band Basketball Chess Club Cross-Country Running Curling Drama Club Golf Club Me To We Prom Committee Rugby Soccer Speak Up Student Council Tech Crew Track & Field Volleyball White Pine Book Award Club

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