Overview
This middle and high school Advisory program focuses on character
development and academic achievement for all students involved.
The Advisory provides the students with the structure, discipline,
and support; and attitudes, knowledge, and skills necessary to:
- Enhance their sense of self
- Develop empathy and respect for others
- Improve their academic performance
Design
The Advisory is based on a 35-minute, daily Advisory period.
However, it can be adapted to accommodate other formats:
| 1 min. |
Clap In to provide a ceremony
that enables the students to begin class as a single unit, creating
class cohesiveness and mutual respect between the students and
teacher. |
| 5 min. |
Concentration Practice
to develop focus, discipline, relaxation, and alertness in order
to physically and mentally prepare the students for learning. |
| 6 min. |
Light Physical Warm-Up Activities
to oxygenate the blood and develop focus, discipline, relaxation,
and alertness in order to physically and mentally prepare the
students for learning. |
| 4 min. |
General School Announcements. |
| 4 min. |
Student of the Day to
enhance self-esteem and create class cohesiveness and mutual
respect in order to improve overall behavior, including empathy
and tolerance. |
| 14 min. |
Activities/Quote of the Day/Personal
Journal to provide opportunities for self-reflection through
writing and group discussion in order to improve personal and
social behavior as well as increase overall effort. |
| 1 min. |
Clap Out, lead by the
Student of the Day, to provide a ceremony that enables the students
to end class as a single unit, creating class cohesiveness,
respect for other classmates, and a sense of personal presence
and power. |
Professional Development Training
Advisory teachers are trained in a two-phase process. Phase
1 requires 12 hours of training, and Phase 2 requires
2.5 hours of follow-up training.
| Phase 1 |
Teachers receive training; Advisory:
A Teacher’s Guide, which contains
comprehensive lesson plans; and a complete
set of materials. |
| Phase 2 |
Input and feedback
session with teachers to deal with problems,
issues, and concerns; follow-up training to
refine techniques used in class. |
After Phase 2, ASI provides ongoing technical
support.
Cost
$520 per teacher. Includes hands-on training and manual, and
all materials and supplies.
For More Information
Contact the American Sports Institute at 415-383-5750 or info@amersports.org
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