1. Art, Dance, Coding, Skills
THE WHEEL
Art, Dance, Coding, Skills

2. Art https://drive. google. com/a/lgusd

3. Dance: Content Class consists of:
Warm-up (cardio, stretches, & strength)
“Across the Floor” (practice one skill in isolation)
Choreography
Hip Hop - breakdancing, The Robot, and tutting
Jazz- classic and theater-based
Student choreography- created in small groups
Performances
Flashmobs during class

4. Dance: Grading Based on: Participation Uniform
Daily and Performances
Uniform
Grey P.E. shirt
Green P.E. shorts
“Across the Floor” Skills Tests
Hip Hop
Jazz technique
NO DANCE SHOES REQUIRED! Socks, or barefeet.

5. DANCE TO EXPRESS, NOT TO IMPRESS!
Our dance motto is...
DANCE TO EXPRESS, NOT TO IMPRESS!
We focus on collaboration,
not competition.

6. Intro to Computer Science
Students will be working with:
- Terminology of Computer Programming
- Binary Code
- Google Sheets
- Unplugged Programming Activities
- Scratch and JavaScript in a self-paced, open and accessible environment
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7. Intro to Computer Science - Curriculum
Curriculum Resources
- Google Sheets
- Code.org
- Khan Academy
- Codecademy.com
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8. Intro to Computer Science - Grading
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The accumulation of points is based on the following:
- In-Class Activities/Assignments
- Weekly Journal Entries
- Participation

9. Intro to Computer Science - Homework
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There is no homework during this course.
Students may choose to work at home by continuing to explore the world of computer programming through any of the activities/websites that we use in the classroom.

10. Intro to Computer Science - Communication
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Best way to communicate with Mrs. Barton is through school .
My goal is to expose students to computer science in order to build an understanding and passion for coding!

11. Skills: Purpose

12. Skills: Standards
All lessons are designed around the 5 key CASEL (Collaborative for Academic, Social, and Emotional Learning) Standards
Self-awareness
Responsible Decision-making
Relationship Skills
Social Awareness
Self-management

13. Skills: Key Lessons
Strengths-based self-assessment to discover inherent strengths (Self-awareness)
Integrity (Responsible Decision-making)
Fixed vs. Growth Mindset (Self-awareness)
Team building games (Relationship Skills)
Google’s “Be Internet Awesome” digital citizenship program (Responsible Decision-making)
Self-Advocacy (with peers, teachers, and other adults) (Self-management)
Project Cornerstone’s 41 Assets to promote empathy and diversity (Self-awareness & Social Awareness)
Bullying (Relationship Skills)
Goal setting (Self-management)
End-of-Quarter autobiographical video project (All competencies!)

14. Skills: Family Life Unit
Physical Changes
Anatomy and Proper Terminology of Puberty
Expected Changes
Proper Hygiene
Other Changes
Body Image
Taking Care of Feelings
Handling an Increase in Independence & Responsibility
Building Healthy Relationships

15. Skills: Family Life Unit (cont.)
Family Life Information Night
To be scheduled for an evening in late September--stay tuned!
Preview Family Life materials
Materials will be available for preview in library by arrangement

16. Thank you for attending & entrusting us with the education of your children.