Week 4/19 post

 

THRIVE Director Notes

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Learning Strategies- (Mrs. Southard):

We took notes on how to take notes. How to know what is important. Why note-taking is important to the overall learning of the material and different ways to take notes. For the upcoming test next week several questions were posted on edmodo.com along with the correct answers. Students were encouraged to check that out frequently. Students were reminded of a five-day study plan. 

Workplace & Community Skills - (Mrs. Southard and Dr. Manning): 

 This week in class we discussed applications. How to fill out an application using black and blue ink. Writing neatly, Using the information from their resumes to complete the application. Students practice filling out one that was printed out and one online. Also touched on was the interview process.

Personal Math- (Mrs. Garnier): 

We finished our unit on credit Tuesday by discussing credit scores, what they mean, and why they are important. Thursday was a review for the unit test which is on Blackboard from 8:00 a.m. Friday, April 16th through 5:00 p.m. Monday, April 19th. Students are encouraged to use their study guides and their homework to assist them on the test. 

Second-Year Students:

Transition Planning II: (Dr. Manning):

This week we discussed and completed the Personal Support Inventory (PSI) and The Arc’s Self-Determination Scale.  We want the students to self-reflect on their abilities and their progress over the past two years.  The PSI is also done by the THRIVE mentors and instructors on all the THRIVE students.  

Internship II- (Dr. Manning): 

The students’ are in the process of finishing up their internships in a couple of weeks.  However, they still have a lot to do during their internships.  One of the main items the students need to get accomplished is asking their supervisors for a reference letter.  We have been talking about this over the course of the year and how it is important to do a good job at their internships.  

Plato- Students had new assessments this week. Some students are still going to fast completing the assessment which does not give accurate data as far as grade levels. 

Students working out at PE…

THRIVE Activities: 

Mentor Activities: 

This weekend the students were able to take part in “Summer Games” with Alex.  It looks like they had lots of fun.  Great job Alex!!

Next week Abbie will have an activity for the students.  Wait and see...

Just a reminder that the pictures posted on the blog are typically just a sample of what is on Facebook.  So, if you want to see more and keep more updated, please go to our Facebook page - UCM-THRIVE.

Important upcoming dates:

THRIVE End of Semester Party:

On Sunday, April 25th at 3 pm the staff will have an End of Semester party to celebrate the students' accomplishments over the semester.  We ask that all students are back on campus by 2 pm so that they can participate in this celebration.  We’ll have pizza and drinks.  We’ll also have any new staff in attendance, that will be with the THRIVE team for next semester. 

Checkout Procedures have been emailed to families:

I’ve sent out emails to families with instructions about the checkout process for moving out during finals week.  If you have any questions please feel free to contact me.  The students will be getting an email from the RHD about instructions for signing up.  

Graduation for our Class of 2021:

Saturday, May 8th our Class of 2021 will be walking across the stage as our 10th graduating class.  We will have festivities for the 2021 families after the main ceremony.  Emails were sent out to the families, so if you need more information please get back to Mr. B.

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