First Semester Reflection Focus Lesson Welcome Back! First Semester Reflection Focus Lesson

The countdown begins… Are you ready? 48 days until the English I EOC 50 days until the English II EOC 73 days until the Biology EOC 72 days until the Algebra I EOC 71 days until the US History EOC 71 days until the AP exams begin 92 days until the LAST day of school 93 days until the Class of 2016 Graduation!!!!!! Are you ready?

Reflection It is the start of the 2nd semester. How was your 1st semester performance? Did you do your best? Do you have room for improvement? What will you do to make the MOST of this semester?

Reflection At this time, please open your journal to the following page: Mayde Creek High School Report Card and Attendance Reflection 1st Semester (Fall 2015) Name ______________________________ Date _______________ Counselor: ____________________________ Period Class Grade Absences Tardies Teacher   1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Using your first semester report card, complete the reflection chart.

There are 3 questions below the chart There are 3 questions below the chart. Answer those questions in your journal. 1. Are you happy or satisfied with your 1st Semester Grades? Why or why not? 2. If your dream job called to check on your attendance and tardies for this semester, what would the school say? Would you get the job if it was based only on attendance and punctuality? Why or why not? 3. Looking back at the 1st semester’s report, has your attendance and/or number of tardies affected your grades? How?

On the top of the next page, please identify what you DID during the fall semester to improve your grades. Check all that apply: Do my homework when it is given Turn in my completed homework on time Stay after school and ask the teacher for help when needed Look for resources to help me with my classes Be punctual and attend class every day Come to class prepared with supplies every day Attend after school tutoring or study groups Keep an organized binder of handouts and assignments for each class Check the Katy ISD Home Access Center at least once a week to track my progress Have a quiet place to study with no distractions (such as music, TV, video games, phone, etc.) Ask my counselor or teacher for additional help Get sufficient rest to be able to function well at school Use a planner to keep track of assignments Other:  

On the bottom of the same page, identify what you CAN do THIS semester to improve your grades. Check all that apply: Do my homework when it is given Turn in my completed homework on time Stay after school and ask the teacher for help when needed Look for resources to help me with my classes Be punctual and attend class every day Come to class prepared with supplies every day Attend after school tutoring or study groups Keep an organized binder of handouts and assignments for each class Check the Katy ISD Home Access Center at least once a week to track my progress Have a quiet place to study with no distractions (such as music, TV, video games, phone, etc.) Ask my counselor or teacher for additional help Get sufficient rest to be able to function well at school Use a planner to keep track of assignments Other:  

Advisory Schedule remains the same this semester Monday- 4th Period Advisory (10:09-10:33)- Focus Lesson- NO STUDENTS WILL LEAVE THE CLASSROOM Tuesday – 2nd Period Advisory (9:10-9:40) Wednesday – 4th period Advisory (10:09-10:33) Thursday – 3rd period Advisory (10:03-10:33) Friday- 4th Period Advisory (10:09-10:33)- Reading Day with Reading Reflection- NO STUDENTS WILL LEAVE THE CLASSROOM

You all have a fresh start, so make the most of the Spring 2016 semester! Seniors- Graduation is Friday, June 3, 2016 at 2:00!! Be there!