Welcome to the 2015/2016 school year Falcons!

Falcons, I am so excited to welcome you to a new year at Stout. This is my third year here and so I have had the pleasure to know many students since they were in 6th grade.

So what will we be working on the month of September?

6th grade Exploring technology class, 7th grade Foundations of Technology and 8th grade Applications of Technology began school with creating procedures for how our class will be safe, have fun and make sure that everyone learns. Our next unit focuses on time management skills. We know it is important for students to make sure they have time to complete homework, chores and even sporting activities so that they can have time for fun activities.

How can parents/guardians help?

• Make sure that there is a central calendar for the family located in a spot everyone sees each day (kitchen fridge).

  TIPS FOR MANAGING YOUR TIME WISELY

  The following quick tips are provided as a check for you to use as you begin to use your time wisely.

  1. Set specific Goals ( What needs to be done? )
  2. Make a “To Do” List
  3. Prioritize your list
  4. Review your plan
  5. Plan for tomorrow and use deadlines
  6. Keep a weekly and monthly calander
  7. Allow time for distractions
  8. Define and use your “Prime Time”
  9. Track your “Progress” NOT PERFECTION
  10. Be a go getter, Not a PROCRASTINATOR
  11. Just say “NO” – Delegate
  12. DO IT!
  13. Be sure to REWARD yourself