smile
class photo ...again
me to we
me to we
success
big baby
Friday, June 17, 2011
Friday, June 10, 2011
#34 the end of the me to we journey
how fitting is the anonymous story that wraps up the book? (265)
what will you take from it?
what will you take from it?
#33 one public figure today you really admire ...
because of who they are and what they represent (not just because of a talent they might have)
who is it and why did you choose him / her?
who is it and why did you choose him / her?
#32 your contribution
so,, time to pause for reflection......
Think back to the beginning of the semester and ask the question: “How have I led?”....what have you done to contribute to your school and / or community?....be specific....list the events/activities you have been involved with and outline your role..what have you done well?...what could have been improved?....any overall thoughts
and most importantly, what should your grade be?....for the application...the doing, the contributing, the attitude, the participation in school events, give yourself a mark out of 100
____________ %
and , finally,
You have read a lot of report card comments...write yours for GPP 3O1 based on the semester...really...write your report card comment for this course:
__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________________
Think back to the beginning of the semester and ask the question: “How have I led?”....what have you done to contribute to your school and / or community?....be specific....list the events/activities you have been involved with and outline your role..what have you done well?...what could have been improved?....any overall thoughts
and most importantly, what should your grade be?....for the application...the doing, the contributing, the attitude, the participation in school events, give yourself a mark out of 100
____________ %
and , finally,
You have read a lot of report card comments...write yours for GPP 3O1 based on the semester...really...write your report card comment for this course:
__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________________
Thursday, June 9, 2011
Tuesday, June 7, 2011
Sunday, June 5, 2011
#31 Re: Randy Pausch.....tigger or eeyeore?
comment on this incredible man and the legacy he leaves....
some of his lessons:
Never underestimate the importance of having fun.....I'm going to keep having fun because there's no other way to play it
Experience is what you get when you didn't get what you wanted
No one is pure evil. Find the best in everybody. Wait long enough and people will surprise and impress you.
Brick walls are there for a reason. They are there to give us chance to show how badly we want something, and they keep out those who do not want it badly enough.
It's not about achieving yoiur dreams but living your life. If you live your life the right way, the dreams will come to you.
We can't change the cards we're dealt, just how we play the hand. If I am not as depressed as you think I should be, I'm sorry to disappoint you.
and, as always, it's better to be a Tigger than an Eeyore
some of his lessons:
Never underestimate the importance of having fun.....I'm going to keep having fun because there's no other way to play it
Experience is what you get when you didn't get what you wanted
No one is pure evil. Find the best in everybody. Wait long enough and people will surprise and impress you.
Brick walls are there for a reason. They are there to give us chance to show how badly we want something, and they keep out those who do not want it badly enough.
It's not about achieving yoiur dreams but living your life. If you live your life the right way, the dreams will come to you.
We can't change the cards we're dealt, just how we play the hand. If I am not as depressed as you think I should be, I'm sorry to disappoint you.
and, as always, it's better to be a Tigger than an Eeyore
20 Proven Things All Great Leaders Always Do « Leadership Freak
20 Proven Things All Great Leaders Always Do
In an unstable, inconsistent world, great leaders are consistent and stable.
Consistently do these 20 things and you’ll be a great leader.
Tell the truth.
Demand the truth.
Act in the best interest of their organization.
Get results through others.
Celebrate the success of others.
Challenge the status quo.
Press into the future while honoring the past.
Try.
Receive criticism.
Learn.
Inspire.
Improve.
Encourage.
Listen more than speak.
Take responsibility.
Show gratitude.
Pursue clarity and specificity.
Engage in self-reflection.
Act in alignment with who they are.
Rest.
In an unstable, inconsistent world, great leaders are consistent and stable.
Consistently do these 20 things and you’ll be a great leader.
Tell the truth.
Demand the truth.
Act in the best interest of their organization.
Get results through others.
Celebrate the success of others.
Challenge the status quo.
Press into the future while honoring the past.
Try.
Receive criticism.
Learn.
Inspire.
Improve.
Encourage.
Listen more than speak.
Take responsibility.
Show gratitude.
Pursue clarity and specificity.
Engage in self-reflection.
Act in alignment with who they are.
Rest.
Tuesday, May 31, 2011
Friday, May 27, 2011
Wednesday, May 18, 2011
the culminating activity
20% of your final mark.............only a few weeks away................get gathering those photos
here's a look at the project (no big):
GPP 3O1 Leadership Culminating Task
This assignment is the culminating activity for this semester. It is based on all the leadership activites you participated in this semester. This assignment is worth 20% of your final mark in this course. It is 2/3 of the exam component of the course .
Leadership Scrapbook (20% of Final Mark in GPP 3O1)...create a “scrapbook”/report (call it what you want) of your own design which includes the following:
(You will need to access photos from a common directory (to be provided), the IDCI website, facebook ,...wherever... decorate your scrapbook with stickers, sketches, visual representations, accessories etc which contribute to the overall presentation of you as a leadership student at IDCI)
❏ a cover page
❏ a table of contents
❏ This was the semester that was...describe in detail, the duties that you performed during your classroom and leadership activities in which you participated
❏ Caught in the moment..include pictures of yourself in action at IDCI this semester with brief explanations of what was happening at the time
❏ Changes...changes?....describe how you feel your personal leadership criteria and style developed over the course of the semester
❏ Goals for the Future... list your top 5 realistic goals. Do not include materialistic goals like “I want an Escalade”. Include goals such as “I will get a part-time babysitting job”, or “I will get an A in math this year”.Each goal must have three steps you will take to reach the goal. .. I will complete all of my assignments and turn them in on time. 2. I will study with a group before each test. 3. I will make time after school to see my teacher if I have questions.
❏ IDCI...include an IDCI leadership pamphlet (see example) which includes school name and logo; a list of activities/clubs offered and our commitment to activities segment. Assessment will be based on the completeness and accuracy of the list, creativity and aesthetic appeal. The finished product should be something that could be distributed / shown at grade 8 Parents’ Night, for example
❏ School Spirit.....capture our school spirit with photos and/or drawings.
❏ The Best Thing About Me...... create a collage with words and/or pictures that tells the best thing about you
❏ Success!....describe a time in the semester when you were especially proud of an event or activity that you were involved in and why you feel that way
❏ Lasting Memory..... write a 5-7sentence paragraph describing your one single favorite memory of being a leader at our school (not a big event or activity but a single moment that will live on with you for some reason). Include a photo or illustration to accompany the paragraph.
❏ Success!....not really...not this time...describe a time in the semester when your plans/goals did not achieve the success you had hoped for and explain what you learned from the experience
❏ Hmm..not as easy as I thought...describe a specific barrier that you encountered in your leadership experiences and how you attempted to overcome it....include a visual representation of this experience
❏ I Can Do This.....describe a specific example when you needed to use effective communication skills (including conflict resolution skills perhaps) during your leadership experiences and how these skills helped you in this particular situation
❏ Together, We Can Do This...describe how the group context of this class helped you in your practical experiences and what you learned about working with others along the way
❏ The Tough Stuff...discuss the issues of diversity, tolerance and violence prevention and how they came into play throughout your leadership experiences
❏ The Real Meaning of Leadership ...... write what you believe is the“real” meaning of leadership. Explain what experiences have you had as a student leader this year that have led you to this conclusion? Draw a picture or include a photo(s) that illustrates your point.
❏ Now, That One I Remember......think back to all of those video clips (not feature films)....which one stuck?...which one had an impact?....explain and include picture
❏ Quotes I Can Live By ......Include at least 5quotes that you will live by made by famous (or not-so-famous) people. These may be quotes you heard in class, quotes made by famous people in history, or sayings your Great Aunt Myrtle has said over the years. No repeats!
❏ Leading away from school....explain how you have taken leadership roles in non-school activities in the past year (coaching, captaining, tutoring, setting an example etc)
❏ You’ll Figure it Out...include one other category not represented in this task.....explain it,....illustrate it...represent it...whatever
❏ What now? (Was it worth it?)...describe the thing you take from this course as you continue your academic career. It may be a skill, a new-found confidence, an attitude adjustment of some sort or even new knowledge...something of use you think you will remember....don’t forget to visually represent this
❏ The Sign of the Times.... Get everyone in the leadership class to autograph this “scrapbook”. You also need to get at least one teacher (not including me) to sign your book. You must get them to sign this after your book is finished. You may not get autographs on the day that the assignment is due.
❏ Picture This! include a current photo of yourself and decorate the page with a creative border.
*Feel free to add any other elements you think will contribute to this representation of you in the leadership class*
BONUS**Reflection of Me ......Ask your parent(s)/guardian to write a letter about how they perceive you as being a leader outside of school and include it ...Include a photo of you and this family member and briefly summarize the nature of your relationship
students will some class time to work on the projects...more specifics to follow
Projects/Portfolios/Scrapbooks can be in electronic or hard copy form
many photos will be provided but you may not to supply your own also
here's a look at the project (no big):
GPP 3O1 Leadership Culminating Task
This assignment is the culminating activity for this semester. It is based on all the leadership activites you participated in this semester. This assignment is worth 20% of your final mark in this course. It is 2/3 of the exam component of the course .
Leadership Scrapbook (20% of Final Mark in GPP 3O1)...create a “scrapbook”/report (call it what you want) of your own design which includes the following:
(You will need to access photos from a common directory (to be provided), the IDCI website, facebook ,...wherever... decorate your scrapbook with stickers, sketches, visual representations, accessories etc which contribute to the overall presentation of you as a leadership student at IDCI)
❏ a cover page
❏ a table of contents
❏ This was the semester that was...describe in detail, the duties that you performed during your classroom and leadership activities in which you participated
❏ Caught in the moment..include pictures of yourself in action at IDCI this semester with brief explanations of what was happening at the time
❏ Changes...changes?....describe how you feel your personal leadership criteria and style developed over the course of the semester
❏ Goals for the Future... list your top 5 realistic goals. Do not include materialistic goals like “I want an Escalade”. Include goals such as “I will get a part-time babysitting job”, or “I will get an A in math this year”.Each goal must have three steps you will take to reach the goal. .. I will complete all of my assignments and turn them in on time. 2. I will study with a group before each test. 3. I will make time after school to see my teacher if I have questions.
❏ IDCI...include an IDCI leadership pamphlet (see example) which includes school name and logo; a list of activities/clubs offered and our commitment to activities segment. Assessment will be based on the completeness and accuracy of the list, creativity and aesthetic appeal. The finished product should be something that could be distributed / shown at grade 8 Parents’ Night, for example
❏ School Spirit.....capture our school spirit with photos and/or drawings.
❏ The Best Thing About Me...... create a collage with words and/or pictures that tells the best thing about you
❏ Success!....describe a time in the semester when you were especially proud of an event or activity that you were involved in and why you feel that way
❏ Lasting Memory..... write a 5-7sentence paragraph describing your one single favorite memory of being a leader at our school (not a big event or activity but a single moment that will live on with you for some reason). Include a photo or illustration to accompany the paragraph.
❏ Success!....not really...not this time...describe a time in the semester when your plans/goals did not achieve the success you had hoped for and explain what you learned from the experience
❏ Hmm..not as easy as I thought...describe a specific barrier that you encountered in your leadership experiences and how you attempted to overcome it....include a visual representation of this experience
❏ I Can Do This.....describe a specific example when you needed to use effective communication skills (including conflict resolution skills perhaps) during your leadership experiences and how these skills helped you in this particular situation
❏ Together, We Can Do This...describe how the group context of this class helped you in your practical experiences and what you learned about working with others along the way
❏ The Tough Stuff...discuss the issues of diversity, tolerance and violence prevention and how they came into play throughout your leadership experiences
❏ The Real Meaning of Leadership ...... write what you believe is the“real” meaning of leadership. Explain what experiences have you had as a student leader this year that have led you to this conclusion? Draw a picture or include a photo(s) that illustrates your point.
❏ Now, That One I Remember......think back to all of those video clips (not feature films)....which one stuck?...which one had an impact?....explain and include picture
❏ Quotes I Can Live By ......Include at least 5quotes that you will live by made by famous (or not-so-famous) people. These may be quotes you heard in class, quotes made by famous people in history, or sayings your Great Aunt Myrtle has said over the years. No repeats!
❏ Leading away from school....explain how you have taken leadership roles in non-school activities in the past year (coaching, captaining, tutoring, setting an example etc)
❏ You’ll Figure it Out...include one other category not represented in this task.....explain it,....illustrate it...represent it...whatever
❏ What now? (Was it worth it?)...describe the thing you take from this course as you continue your academic career. It may be a skill, a new-found confidence, an attitude adjustment of some sort or even new knowledge...something of use you think you will remember....don’t forget to visually represent this
❏ The Sign of the Times.... Get everyone in the leadership class to autograph this “scrapbook”. You also need to get at least one teacher (not including me) to sign your book. You must get them to sign this after your book is finished. You may not get autographs on the day that the assignment is due.
❏ Picture This! include a current photo of yourself and decorate the page with a creative border.
*Feel free to add any other elements you think will contribute to this representation of you in the leadership class*
BONUS**Reflection of Me ......Ask your parent(s)/guardian to write a letter about how they perceive you as being a leader outside of school and include it ...Include a photo of you and this family member and briefly summarize the nature of your relationship
students will some class time to work on the projects...more specifics to follow
Projects/Portfolios/Scrapbooks can be in electronic or hard copy form
many photos will be provided but you may not to supply your own also
#28 post an inspring video
the www is full of videos which could be used to teach/inspire etc in a leadership.....post yours and explain in your blog entry why you have chosen the one you did
#27 each of us has met a Mr.Williams (pg222)
share some thoughts about yours (doesn't have to be male)
#26 We're A Minga! (it's in the book)
share your recollections of a time when you and your group became a "minga"...how did it go? how did it feel? could we use more mingas?
#25 Lindsay Avner and the Run For the Cure
how do you feel about this kind of response to tragedy? explain
#24 one good idea
there has been a lot of talk lately about improving the lines of communication between elementary school (esp. grade 8s) and high school such as idci. Explain one idea that would improve the transition process between gr 8 and high school....it could be letters to high school students, visits to classes from high school students, it could be august prep sessions or a welcome bbq on the first day of grade 9...anything...but one idea to smooth the transiton
Thursday, May 12, 2011
#23 pg. 190 Victor Frankl's words of wisdom
what does he say life ultimately means? (pg 191) and do you agree with him? explain (it's a big concept)
Monday, May 2, 2011
#21 Oprah's story (pp 134-136)
what did you think of it?
what do you think of her?
is her "big heart" the reason for her phenomenal success?
what do you think of her?
is her "big heart" the reason for her phenomenal success?
#20 the cars in the Bronx , NYC (poor) and in Palo Alto, California (rich)
it's in the book
how can we apply the lessons of this "experiment" to our life here at IDCI ?
how can we apply the lessons of this "experiment" to our life here at IDCI ?
Saturday, April 30, 2011
Tuesday, April 26, 2011
last semester's culminating activity (20%)
GPP 3O1 Leadership Culminating Task
This assignment is the culminating activity for this semester. It is based on all the leadership activites you participated in this semester. This assignment is worth 20% of your final mark in this course. It is 2/3 of the exam component of the course .
Leadership Scrapbook (20% of Final Mark in GPP 3O1)...create a “scrapbook”/report (call it what you want) of your own design which includes the following:
(You will need to access photos from:W:\mcguchan leadership , the IDCI website, facebook ,...wherever... decorate your scrapbook with stickers, sketches, visual representations, accessories etc which contribute to the overall presentation of you as a leadership student at IDCI)
❏ a cover page
❏ a table of contents
❏ This was the semester that was...describe in detail, the duties that you performed during your classroom and leadership activities in which you participated
❏ Caught in the moment..include pictures of yourself in action at IDCI this semester with brief explanations of what was happening at the time
❏ Changes...changes?....describe how you feel your personal leadership criteria and style developed over the course of the semester
❏ Goals for the Future... list your top 5 realistic goals. Do not include materialistic goals like “I want an Escalade”. Include goals such as “I will get a part-time babysitting job”, or “I will get an A in math this year”.Each goal must have three steps you will take to reach the goal. .. I will complete all of my assignments and turn them in on time. 2. I will study with a group before each test. 3. I will make time after school to see my teacher if I have questions.
❏ IDCI...include an IDCI leadership pamphlet (see example) which includes school name and logo; a list of activities/clubs offered and our commitment to activities segment. Assessment will be based on the completeness and accuracy of the list, creativity and aesthetic appeal. The finished product should be something that could be distributed / shown at grade 8 Parents’ Night, for example
❏ School Spirit.....capture our school spirit with photos and/or drawings.
❏ The Best Thing About Me...... create a collage with words and/or pictures that tells the best thing about you
❏ Success!....describe a time in the semester when you were especially proud of an event or activity that you were involved in and why you feel that way
❏ Lasting Memory..... write a 5-7sentence paragraph describing your one single favorite memory of being a leader at our school (not a big event or activity but a single moment that will live on with you for some reason). Include a photo or illustration to accompany the paragraph.
❏ Success!....not really...not this time...describe a time in the semester when your plans/goals did not achieve the success you had hoped for and explain what you learned from the experience
❏ Hmm..not as easy as I thought...describe a specific barrier that you encountered in your leadership experiences and how you attempted to overcome it....include a visual representation of this experience
❏ I Can Do This.....describe a specific example when you needed to use effective communication skills (including conflict resolution skills perhaps) during your leadership experiences and how these skills helped you in this particular situation
❏ Together, We Can Do This...describe how the group context of this class helped you in your practical experiences and what you learned about working with others along the way
❏ The Tough Stuff...discuss the issues of diversity, tolerance and violence prevention and how they came into play throughout your leadership experiences
❏ The Real Meaning of Leadership ...... write what you believe is the“real” meaning of leadership. Explain what experiences have you had as a student leader this year that have led you to this conclusion? Draw a picture or include a photo(s) that illustrates your point.
❏ Now, That One I Remember......think back to all of those video clips (not feature films)....which one stuck?...which one had an impact?....explain and include picture
❏ Quotes I Can Live By ......Include at least 5quotes that you will live by made by famous (or not-so-famous) people. These may be quotes you heard in class, quotes made by famous people in history, or sayings your Great Aunt Myrtle has said over the years. No repeats!
❏ Leading away from school....explain how you have taken leadership roles in non-school activities in the past year (coaching, captaining, tutoring, setting an example etc)
❏ You’ll Figure it Out...include one other category not represented in this task.....explain it,....illustrate it...represent it...whatever
❏ What now? (Was it worth it?)...describe the thing you take from this course as you continue your academic career. It may be a skill, a new-found confidence, an attitude adjustment of some sort or even new knowledge...something of use you think you will remember....don’t forget to visually represent this
❏ The Sign of the Times.... Get everyone in the leadership class to autograph this “scrapbook”. You also need to get at least one teacher (not including me) to sign your book. You must get them to sign this after your book is finished. You may not get autographs on the day that the assignment is due.
❏ Picture This! include a current photo of yourself and decorate the page with a creative border.
*Feel free to add any other elements you think will contribute to this representation of you in the leadership class*
BONUS**Reflection of Me ......Ask your parent(s)/guardian to write a letter about how they perceive you as being a leader outside of school and include it ...Include a photo of you and this family member and briefly summarize the nature of your relationship
This assignment is the culminating activity for this semester. It is based on all the leadership activites you participated in this semester. This assignment is worth 20% of your final mark in this course. It is 2/3 of the exam component of the course .
Leadership Scrapbook (20% of Final Mark in GPP 3O1)...create a “scrapbook”/report (call it what you want) of your own design which includes the following:
(You will need to access photos from:W:\mcguchan leadership , the IDCI website, facebook ,...wherever... decorate your scrapbook with stickers, sketches, visual representations, accessories etc which contribute to the overall presentation of you as a leadership student at IDCI)
❏ a cover page
❏ a table of contents
❏ This was the semester that was...describe in detail, the duties that you performed during your classroom and leadership activities in which you participated
❏ Caught in the moment..include pictures of yourself in action at IDCI this semester with brief explanations of what was happening at the time
❏ Changes...changes?....describe how you feel your personal leadership criteria and style developed over the course of the semester
❏ Goals for the Future... list your top 5 realistic goals. Do not include materialistic goals like “I want an Escalade”. Include goals such as “I will get a part-time babysitting job”, or “I will get an A in math this year”.Each goal must have three steps you will take to reach the goal. .. I will complete all of my assignments and turn them in on time. 2. I will study with a group before each test. 3. I will make time after school to see my teacher if I have questions.
❏ IDCI...include an IDCI leadership pamphlet (see example) which includes school name and logo; a list of activities/clubs offered and our commitment to activities segment. Assessment will be based on the completeness and accuracy of the list, creativity and aesthetic appeal. The finished product should be something that could be distributed / shown at grade 8 Parents’ Night, for example
❏ School Spirit.....capture our school spirit with photos and/or drawings.
❏ The Best Thing About Me...... create a collage with words and/or pictures that tells the best thing about you
❏ Success!....describe a time in the semester when you were especially proud of an event or activity that you were involved in and why you feel that way
❏ Lasting Memory..... write a 5-7sentence paragraph describing your one single favorite memory of being a leader at our school (not a big event or activity but a single moment that will live on with you for some reason). Include a photo or illustration to accompany the paragraph.
❏ Success!....not really...not this time...describe a time in the semester when your plans/goals did not achieve the success you had hoped for and explain what you learned from the experience
❏ Hmm..not as easy as I thought...describe a specific barrier that you encountered in your leadership experiences and how you attempted to overcome it....include a visual representation of this experience
❏ I Can Do This.....describe a specific example when you needed to use effective communication skills (including conflict resolution skills perhaps) during your leadership experiences and how these skills helped you in this particular situation
❏ Together, We Can Do This...describe how the group context of this class helped you in your practical experiences and what you learned about working with others along the way
❏ The Tough Stuff...discuss the issues of diversity, tolerance and violence prevention and how they came into play throughout your leadership experiences
❏ The Real Meaning of Leadership ...... write what you believe is the“real” meaning of leadership. Explain what experiences have you had as a student leader this year that have led you to this conclusion? Draw a picture or include a photo(s) that illustrates your point.
❏ Now, That One I Remember......think back to all of those video clips (not feature films)....which one stuck?...which one had an impact?....explain and include picture
❏ Quotes I Can Live By ......Include at least 5quotes that you will live by made by famous (or not-so-famous) people. These may be quotes you heard in class, quotes made by famous people in history, or sayings your Great Aunt Myrtle has said over the years. No repeats!
❏ Leading away from school....explain how you have taken leadership roles in non-school activities in the past year (coaching, captaining, tutoring, setting an example etc)
❏ You’ll Figure it Out...include one other category not represented in this task.....explain it,....illustrate it...represent it...whatever
❏ What now? (Was it worth it?)...describe the thing you take from this course as you continue your academic career. It may be a skill, a new-found confidence, an attitude adjustment of some sort or even new knowledge...something of use you think you will remember....don’t forget to visually represent this
❏ The Sign of the Times.... Get everyone in the leadership class to autograph this “scrapbook”. You also need to get at least one teacher (not including me) to sign your book. You must get them to sign this after your book is finished. You may not get autographs on the day that the assignment is due.
❏ Picture This! include a current photo of yourself and decorate the page with a creative border.
*Feel free to add any other elements you think will contribute to this representation of you in the leadership class*
BONUS**Reflection of Me ......Ask your parent(s)/guardian to write a letter about how they perceive you as being a leader outside of school and include it ...Include a photo of you and this family member and briefly summarize the nature of your relationship
Wednesday, April 20, 2011
Friday, April 15, 2011
Monday, April 11, 2011
#17 Belonging
other than family, identify the group you feel most connected to and explain why this connection is important to you.....it might be your basketball team, your church youth group, your 4H group, your writers' workshop class...whatever...what is it for you and what role do you see it playing in your life
#16 pg 95 ...lions and tigers and zebras...oh my
how can we apply the lessons of the zebras to our own lives here at home?
Monday, April 4, 2011
#15 safe schools...take a sad song and make it better
think about the video posted below (sticks and stones) and the forum theatre production and what it was attempting to do
how important is it for schools to have 'safe schools" programs?
do they work?
suggest one good idea for a safe schools initiative at IDCI
how important is it for schools to have 'safe schools" programs?
do they work?
suggest one good idea for a safe schools initiative at IDCI
Friday, April 1, 2011
Sunday, March 27, 2011
#14 pg 50-64 the road to me to we
the road to me2we
read pg 50-64
and blog on the following:
a) Tim's story
and
b) rain in Kenya
and
c)surviving survivor
read pg 50-64
and blog on the following:
a) Tim's story
and
b) rain in Kenya
and
c)surviving survivor
#13 diversity and discrimination
have you ever felt discriminated against/treated unfairly because of some "other" factor ?
who ....explain...when?...why?
who ....explain...when?...why?
# 12 Me to we pg 46.....10 % stopped....
do you think it's as significant as they do that 90% didn't stop, especially given what they were studying and where they were going? (or is it no big deal?) thoughts?
Tuesday, March 22, 2011
Wednesday, March 2, 2011
this is about free chocolate
hope that got your attention....it is true
check out this site...check out this campaign and let me know what you think
http://www.marsacts.ca/pages/home.php
check out this site...check out this campaign and let me know what you think
http://www.marsacts.ca/pages/home.php
#10 happiness (is the next section in the book)
ah that magical , elusive thing.....in your opinion, in your words, what is it and what will you need to achieve it (and how will you recognize it)?....easy...
your answers please in this blog
your answers please in this blog
#8 blood diamond follow up
the film showed how our decisons here (which diamonds to purchase etc) affect lives there....we talked about how our lust for newer and shinier cellphones is the cause of the civil war in Congo which has claimed over 1,000,000 lives (http://www.javafilms.fr/spip.php?article8)you can watch it at: http://video.google.com/videoplay?docid=4473700036349997790#)
me to we is about living ethically...about our behaviours , attitudes and choices and how they affect others
so...simple question, is it reasonable to expect North Americans to think about their purchasing choices (whether our choice was made in a sweatshop,,,whether it is the cause of a civil war,...whether it is harmful to the planet etc...etc)
simple question...really...can we expect North Americans to consider these things?
it is strictly an opinion question...answer honestly
me to we is about living ethically...about our behaviours , attitudes and choices and how they affect others
so...simple question, is it reasonable to expect North Americans to think about their purchasing choices (whether our choice was made in a sweatshop,,,whether it is the cause of a civil war,...whether it is harmful to the planet etc...etc)
simple question...really...can we expect North Americans to consider these things?
it is strictly an opinion question...answer honestly
#7 one great idea for next week
a spirit-type event to run one or more days next week at lunch.....banish winter blahs and prepare for march break
rules:
fun
not harmful
not too explensive
you (and group) will plan /supervise
so...share it in your blog and be prepared to share it with the class tomorrow
rules:
fun
not harmful
not too explensive
you (and group) will plan /supervise
so...share it in your blog and be prepared to share it with the class tomorrow
wednesday update
at home today with sick child so update blogs today...and follow me if you have not done so already
for today.....
- try the spent game
- as a follow-up to blood diamond, read the update from sierra leone and watch the video if possible...the money raised at idci does go to a good cause
- mark april 7 th on your calendars..that's the third annual blue and white overnight....we'll be organizing....plan to be there and bring your friends..it's a blast
-update your blogs and hope to see you tomorrow
-if all done (10) and blog is looking awesome and personalized, read on in the book (it;s good for you)
- congrats vball players on a wossa bronze
for today.....
- try the spent game
- as a follow-up to blood diamond, read the update from sierra leone and watch the video if possible...the money raised at idci does go to a good cause
- mark april 7 th on your calendars..that's the third annual blue and white overnight....we'll be organizing....plan to be there and bring your friends..it's a blast
-update your blogs and hope to see you tomorrow
-if all done (10) and blog is looking awesome and personalized, read on in the book (it;s good for you)
- congrats vball players on a wossa bronze
Tuesday, March 1, 2011
play SPENT
it's American and they definitely have a different view on things (such as health care and how to pay for it) but you'll get the idea.....if you have a chance, play SPENT @ http://playspent.org/ and see if you can make it to the end of the month....if not, try it a again
http://playspent.org/
it's an effective look at the day to day reality of many folks today
http://playspent.org/
it's an effective look at the day to day reality of many folks today
Tuesday, February 22, 2011
Saturday, February 19, 2011
#4 YouTube - 14-Year-Old Teaches Family the Power of Half
your response to the "crazy" idea of a young girl in Atlanta
YouTube - 14-Year-Old Teaches Family the Power of Half
YouTube - 14-Year-Old Teaches Family the Power of Half
Monday, February 14, 2011
#2..your positive word poster
what was your word?...why did you choose it?
who did you work with?
what concept did your group choose in your poster? describe your artistic approach
were you happy with it?
who did you work with?
what concept did your group choose in your poster? describe your artistic approach
were you happy with it?
#1 you and leadership
some thoughts at the beginning of the leadership course...hopes? fears? expectations?
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