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20 January 2020

1/20/2020

We start Monday Morning Meeting each week with a few minutes of mindfulness, and this morning, our focus was compassion in honor of Martin Luther King, Jr. In order to be kind and show compassion to others, we must start with being kind and showing compassion to ourselves! Humans are quick to criticize, but it is kindness that allows us to solve problems, not criticism. So as you move through your week, take moments to find compassion around you. And have a good week!

General announcements

Appreciations!
- Jake - following through with his word
- Jon R - helping run Rocket League club
- De’Quan - helping with math
- Edwin - staying focused and strong work ethic to finish credits
Late to school? Check in with your advisor before going to class
- We value promptness! It’s respectful of everyone else’s time and of your own educational goals. If you don’t have a legitimate reason to be late, we will ask you to return at the start of the next block
ICAP block expectations
- Get the teacher of record to initial your contract (list the actual class you’re working on, not just “ICAP”)
- The teacher on duty for the ICAP support block will check in with you about weekly and daily goals
- Points for your module will be signed off by the teacher of record - the teacher on duty for the block is there to help you problem solve and to help you stay accountable
- You can earn participation points for contract if you are working consistently (signed-off by teacher on duty for the block)
Puzzle games in the principal’s office
- Need a break? Want some alone time? Challenge yourself with one of the single player puzzle games in Christine’s office… or stare at the oddly mesmerizing water bubble toy! We all need a quick escape now and then :)
Events coming up
- Ski Day February 4
- Government trip March 4-5

Teacher info

Math

Block 1: Khan Academy
Block 2: Khan Academy

English

Block 1: This I Believe [Connect]
Block 2: No module - plan

Social Studies

Block 1: BV Hope
- Guest teachers: Anti-human trafficking
Block 2: ICAP Support

Science

Block 1: Nervous System (New Dogs*)
Block 2: Senior Seminar

Natalie

Block 1: College and Careers - Scholarships
Block 2: Discovery

Practicum

Monday: ICAP
Tuesday: Adulting
Wednesday: Clubs (continued)
Thursday: ICAP

Advisory

Tuesday: Anna/Steve Mindfulness; Danny/Pete advisory
Wednesday: Off - if you have permission from your advisor

Thursday: Anna/Steve advisory; Danny/Pete Mindfulness

Community Service

Tuesday
- 1:00 p.m. - Ark Valley Humane Society
  - Next orientation will be end of February
Wednesday
- 1:00 p.m. - Museum
Thursday
- 9:00 a.m. - Food Backpacks
- 1:00 p.m. - Adopt-a-Grandparent
Tuesday - Thursday Mini Blessings mentoring at 10:00 a.m.

Credit Celebration

Gage - Work Experience
Natalie - Reading & Writing
Natalie - Technology
Nick - Technology
Lily - 21st Century Communication Skills
Isaac - 21st Century Communication Skills
Edwin - Personal Finance

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MMM 13 January 2020

1/13/2020

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With the first full week of the semester, we will hit the ground running! As we head into Spring semester, you may notice a heavier shift towards helping seniors. This is true, to a degree. We will start working with students who intend to graduate - looking at remaining requirements, helping set goals, holding them accountable. But we'll also support underclassmen along the way, of course!

If you are planning to graduate in May, expect the speed to ramp up significantly. Most of you are not currently where you should be if you want a relaxing spring... but not to worry! Yet. Start shifting gears now to sort out your plans and wrap up loose ends. Ask questions, advocate for yourself as needed, and hold yourself accountable. The staff will encourage and support you each step of the way, but we will not work harder than you will.

And on that note, here we go!

General announcements

ICAP blocks: each week, one teacher will offer an ICAP block (in addition to specific modules like Tech or Senior Seminar).
- Anyone working on ICAP should plan to use this module; a teacher will be on hand to give support and guidance and to monitor progress. We expect having these blocks in our rotation will help students make consistent progress and get help, even when the teacher of record is unavailable!
Events this week
- Senior meeting Monday during Practicum
  - Please join us if you plan to graduate in May - now is the time to look at the big picture and strategize your upcoming four months!
- Mini Blessings bonus session Monday at 1:30
  - Help take down holiday light decorations and earn community service hours!
- ASVAB Tuesday morning
  - 10th - 12th grade students will take this test. This test is administered by the Army, but it is a career strengths test and gives valuable information for any student; we will not release any scores or information to the military
  - This test serves as a measure to determine graduation readiness
  - An Army rep will return when scores are received to help students interpret the scores, which will help students recognize strengths and weaknesses and think through what careers might be a good fit
- Ski Cooper Trip Sign-Up: The school trip will be on February 4 (Tuesday). Sign-up with Danny. Waivers will be sent by email for parents to fill-out ahead of time. All information must be turned in by January 21.

Teacher info

Math

Block 1: Planning block
Block 2: Khan Academy

English

Block 1: ICAP
- Work on any ICAP credits in the English room during this block! Anna and Christine will be around to support if you have questions and your teacher of record is unavailable
Block 2: English Skills [New Dogs]
- This module is only required if you still need more than one English credit

Social Studies

Block 1: Propaganda
Block 2: Google 20% Projects
Upcoming: Government!
- Sign up now (on Steve’s board) if you are interested in earning your Government credit this spring
- Denver trip to the Capitol will be March 4-5. We have space for 12 students
- We need a student leader! Talk to Steve if you are interested (remember, leading a trip at some point during your time at CCHS is an advisory requirement)

Science

Block 1: Sexual Health
- With special guest Jane Cole, registered nurse from Leadville
- Students must be working in the building on Tuesday and Thursday for this module
Block 2: Reading and Writing for Science
- Remember: this module counts towards an English credit!

Natalie

Block 1: Discovery [New Dogs]

Practicum

Monday: ICAP
Tuesday: Adulting
Wednesday: Clubs (continued)
Thursday: ICAP

Advisory

Tuesday: Anna/Steve Mindfulness; Danny/Pete advisory
Wednesday: Off - if you have permission from your advisor

Thursday: Anna/Steve advisory; Danny/Pete Mindfulness

Community Service

Monday
- 2:00 New Bees
Tuesday
- 1:00 p.m. - Habitat ReStore
  - You MUST return your release to do this community service
Wednesday
- 1:00 p.m. - Museum
Thursday
- 9:00 a.m. - Food Backpacks
- 1:00 p.m. - Adopt-a-Grandparent
- Ark Valley Humane Society in-progress
Tuesday - Thursday Mini Blessings mentoring at 10:00 a.m.

Credit Celebration

We had a lot of students earn credits last week! Karen will process them when she returns this week, and we’ll have a great big celebration next Monday :)

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MM 9 January 2020

1/9/2020

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Welcome back! We're happy to see each one of you. Yes, it's a weird week: two days, and on a Thursday and Friday! The extra days off for students gave staff a few days to prep, which was welcome, but it also means we have something unprecedented ahead of us: a full day for all students on Friday! So let's roll with it, be productive, and have some fun along the way.

General announcements

ICAP scaffolding shift: we decided to spread out the ICAP requirements for each color of the road, placing a slightly higher emphasis on completing these credits in the Green to give students more autonomy and allow them to work on these credits with the goal-based contract, rather than through the points contracts. The breakdown will now be as follows:
- White: Discovery and Technology
- Red: Personal Finance
- Yellow Work Experience
- Green: Service Learning, College & Careers, Senior Seminar, Advisory
CMC enrollment-Paperwork needs to be turned in this week
If you leave your laptop out, expect to be asked to complete some work around the school to earn it back! This will both support the school’s cleanliness and hopefully encourage you to put your laptop away :)
Reminder about using the kitchen:
- During class: get a pass from your teacher (give to Karen afterwards)
- During lunch: sign up on the white board outside Christine’s office
If you are planning on graduating this May, please join us for a senior meeting Monday during ICAP`
Contract #9
- Check: 17 January
- Minimum points: 55
New cub rotation options:
- Danny: Rocket League
- Natalie: Jr. Optimists
- Anna: Study Hall
- Steve: Debate Club
- Pete: Strength and Conditioning
Previous credit celebration!
- High points: Edwin (94)
- 100% logins: De’Quan

Teacher info

Math

Block 1: Problem Solving
Block 2: New Dogs - Technology

English

Block 1: Board Games
Block 2: Found Poetry

Social Studies

Block 1: Bury My Heart at Wounded Knee
Block 2: The Decade

Science

Block 1: New Dogs - CCHS Skills
Block 2: The Legacy of Dian Fossey

Practicum

Monday: None
Tuesday: None
Wednesday: None
Thursday: Advisory
Friday: Clubs

Advisory

Tuesday: Anna/Steve Mindfulness; Danny/Pete advisory
Wednesday: Off - if you have permission from your advisor

Thursday: Anna/Steve advisory; Danny/Pete Mindfulness

Community Service

Monday
- 2:00 New Bees
Tuesday
- 1:00 p.m. - Habitat ReStore
  - You MUST return your release to do this community service
Wednesday
- 1:00 p.m. - Museum
Thursday
- 9:00 a.m. - Food Backpacks
- 1:00 p.m. - Adopt-a-Grandparent
- Ark Valley Humane Society in-progress
Tuesday - Thursday Mini Blessings mentoring at 10:00 a.m.

Credit Celebration

Grace - Contemporary English Studies
Grace - Foundations of Language
Edwin - Physical Education
Edwin - Health
Edwin - Modern Studies
Bobby - Classic and Modern Literature
Chance - Algebra 1B
Sam - Technology
Bobby - Senior English
Jon - Humanities
Jon - Technology
Johnny - Natural Science
De’Quan - Natural Science
Tyler - Natural Science

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