Grade 12 Advisory Curriculum

Destinations

Section 1: Attendance & Participation.

"Next Level Learning" - (SEPTEMBER 12)

Section 2: Classwork.

"The Science of Attention" - (SEPTEMBER 13)

Section 3: Homework.

"On Time!" - (SEPTEMBER 19) This lesson explores the importance of getting homework done on time.

Section 4: Tests & Quizzes.

"Practice like you Play" - (SEPTEMBER 20) This lesson takes the emphasis off test-taking and puts it on preparing for tests and quizzes. It borrows from old sayings such as "practice makes perfect."

Section 1: Getting Help.

"Next Level Learning" - (SEPTEMBER 26)

Section 2: Grades & Transcripts.

"GPA & Class Rank" - (SEPTEMBER 27)

Section 3: Rules, Responsibilities & Rights

"The Purpose of School" - (OCTOBER 3)

Section 4: Getting Involved.

"Soft Skills" - (OCTOBER 4)

Section 1: Eat, Sleep and Exercise.

"The Science of Eat, Sleep & Exercise" - (OCTOBER 10)

Section 2: Mental Health Awareness.

"Crisis Hotlines" - OCTOBER 11) This lesson helps students to find ways to get support with a mental health crisis and to be prepared if and when they, or someone they know, needs help.

Section 3: Mental Health Support.

"Parents" - (OCTOBER 17)

Section 4: Self-Care.

"Self-Harm & Suicide Prevention" - (OCTOBER 18)

Section 1: Civic Awareness.

"My Community" - (OCTOBER 24) This lesson introduces students to the civic organization within their city and shows them how they can get involved in issues related to local government.

Section 2: Know the Facts.

"More to the Story (What I don't know)" - (OCTOBER 25)

Section 3: Use Your Voice.

"Network" - (OCTOBER 31)

Section 4: Voting & Elections.

"Show Up and Vote" - (NOVEMBER 1)

Chapter 5: Higher Education.

Section 1: On-the-Job (Internship). "Internships (Paid Training)" -

Section 2: Military. "Active Duty" -

Section 3: 2-Year College & Trade Schools. "Bachelor's Degree Transfers" -

Section 4: 4-Year Colleges. "Scholarships" -

Chapter 6: Cultural Literacy.

Section 1: Religions & Holidays. "Christianity" -

Section 2: Our Languages & Cultures. "Asian-American" -

Section 3: Customs & Traditions. "Our Uniqueness (Being a Maine-ah)" -

Section 4: The Melting Pot. "The Challenges of Diversity" -

Chapter 7: Individual Differences.

Section 1: Your Filter. "A Sense of Self" -

Section 2: Diversity. "Asking To Understand" -

Section 3: Equity. "Distribution of Power" -

Section 4: Inclusion. "School Climate" -

Chapter 8: Prosocial Behaviors.

Section 1: Greetings. "How Can I Help You?" -

Section 2: Body Language. "Handshakes and Eye Contact" -

Section 3: Online. "Protect Your Passwords" -

Section 4: Proactive vs. Reactive. "Common Good" -

Chapter 9: Career Planning.

Section 1: Career Goals. "Life Plan" -

Section 2: Career Search. "Occupational Outlook Handbook" -

Section 3: Career Pathways. "Advanced Degrees" -

Section 4: Making Choices. "Flexibility (Changing Your Mind)" -

Chapter 10: Financial Literacy.

Section 1: Earning. "School First" -

Section 2: Spending. "Time is Money" -

Section 3: Saving. "Rainy Day Fund" -

Section 4: Borrowing. "Student Loans" -

Chapter 11: Informal Relationships.

Section 1: General Public. "What Can You Learn?" -

Section 2: Interactions. "Be the Better Person" -

Section 3: Acquaintances. "Overinvesting" -

Section 4: Friends. "Your Best Friend" -

Chapter 12: Formal Relationships.

Section 1: General Public. "The Customer Service Representative" -

Section 2: In School. "Everyone Else" -

Section 3: At Work. "Your Subordinates" -

Section 4: At Home. "They're Like Family" -

Chapter 13: Personal Safety.

Section 1: Physical and Mental Health. "Tips From the Pros" -

Section 2: Driving. "Insurance" -

Section 3: In Public. "Have What You Need" -

Section 4: In Private. "No Means No" -

Chapter 14: Workplace Literacy.

Section 1: Applying and Interviewing. "Cover Letter & Recommendations" -

Section 2: Employee Rights & Responsibilities. "Do Your Job!" -

Section 3: Resume Building. "Work Experience" -

Section 4: Co-Worker Relationships. "Professionalism" -

Chapter 15: Giving Back.

Section 1: Charity. "Altruism" -

Section 2: Lending a Hand. "Ask for Help" -

Section 3: School Climate. "Be a Role Model" -

Section 4: Setting an Example. "Leadership" -

Chapter 16: Miscellaneous.

Section 1: Comfort Zones. "Yes, They Will Probably Laugh at You" -

Section 2: Learning vs. Education. "What Will You Remember?" -

Section 3: Current Events. "World" -

Section 4: Feedback Loop. "What Would You Do Different/Same?" -