1. Creating a Class Mission Statement

2. Steps for Creating a Class Mission Statement In small groups, answer the following questions using short phrases: 1.WHAT should our class accomplish? (Recorder #1) 2.WHAT do we have to do well together in our class? (Recorder #2) 3.HOW will we make this happen? (Recorder #3)

3. Class Mission Statement Examples Team Name: Change Agents The mission of Mrs. Korman’s 3 rd period Honor’s Chemistry class is to work together to master the expectations of Honor’s Chemistry. Team Name: Wildcats The mission of Ms. Saufley’s 5 th period Systos 1-2 class is to work together to accomplish individual and class goals in a safe and respectful environment. Team Name: X vs. Y The mission of Mr. Evan’s 1 st period College Algebra class is to collaborate with peers and Mr. Evans to master the concepts of College Algebra.

4. Steps for Creating a Class Mission Statement (Recorder #4) Next, create a mission statement that your group think fits our class well. Remember - good mission statement is only 20-30 words! Team Name: The mission of Ms. Mort’s ____ ELA block class is … Your mission statement will answer the following questions: –WHAT should our class accomplish? –WHAT do we have to do well together in our class? –HOW will we make this happen? - NOW let’s come up with a name for our class!

5. Steps for Creating a Class Mission Statement Start your mission with the following phrase, The mission of (teacher’s name) (class period or suggested class name) is to…(finish the mission statement). (RECORDER #4) Your class mission should be clear, concise, and written in student- friendly language. Your mission should be 20-30 words total.

6. Posting and Sharing your Class Mission Statement We will all sign this mission statement. We will hang it on the back wall in the back of the room. As a student of this class, you are committing to upholding the mission, and I am committing to aligning class activities to our mission statement which should match the state standards. We will refer to this mission often. I will post this mission in our classroom and on my web page; I hope you will share it with your parents, too!