Phoenix Time Learning Seminar Catalog

Session 3Explore What’s Being Offered during

Phoenix Time for 6th Grade

Phoenix Time Learning Seminars● Seminars are designed based on student interests

and needs collected from Session 2 Evaluations &

Student Performance

● When looking at the catalog, think about what you

are interested in AND what you need as a student.

● Use the form to list 5 DIFFERENT CHOICES.

● Session 3 = February 27th - April 3rd

● Pass Days = Monday & Thursday

Phoenix Time Learning Seminars Calendar● Session 1 - Nov. 6 - Dec. 13● Team Weeks

○ Dec. 16 - Jan. 7○ In Home Phoenix Time

● Session 2 - Jan. 8 - Feb. 14● Team Weeks

○ Feb. 18 - Feb. 26○ In Home Phoenix Time

● Session 3 - Feb. 27 - Apr. 3● Team Weeks

○ Apr. 14 - Apr. 22○ In Home Phoenix Time

● Session 4 - Apr. 23 - Jun. 5● Team Weeks

○ Jun. 8 - Jun. 19○ In Home Phoenix Time

Learning Seminars: Session 3● Think about what seminars match your interests or needs and then

create a list of 5 DIFFERENT OPTIONS you would like to join.

● Use the form to list your 5 different seminar choices○ You may not get your first choice, so choose wisely for your 2nd -

5th choice.○ You CAN select your session 1&2 seminar, but just know that you

may not get it.○ Some seminars require a nomination, invitation, or pre-requisite.

Make sure to read all the information before choosing your seminar options.

● Find out your seminar assignment on February 24-26 in Home Phoenix Time

Best Buddies helps students with disabilities

foster friendships with their typical peers.

Participants in Best Buddies will help

fundraise, mentor students in life skills, and

participate in fun activities together. At the

end of the year, Best Buddies participants will

take a field trip together to celebrate their

new friendships!

Best Buddies

Teacher: Ms. RodgersRoom: 141

Insert an image here to represent

your seminar. Do you like spending time outside (even if

it’s cold)? Does movement help you to

regain focus and feel calm? Join Ms.

Scruggs, Mrs. Smith and some 6th grade

peers to make friends, have fun, and enjoy

a mid day walk around the DHMS campus.

(When the weather is bad we will have

indoor movement activities.)

Walking Club

Teacher: Ms. Scruggs & Ms. SmithRoom: 213

If you are looking for a comfy place to kick

back and take advantage of uninterrupted

reading time, then The Reading Zone is for

you! You don’t have to be an avid reader to

join. This seminar is also for students to work

on their reading skills.

Bring a book and chill out in The Zone !!

Reading Zone

Teacher: Ms. SchlottmanRoom: 113

Mrs. Richardson Rm. 131

Calm Reading Space❖ Do you enjoy reading? ❖ Does taking a break, to read a

book after lunch, sound like a great idea?

❖ All genres are welcome!❖ I can help find the perfect book for

you!❖ You can recommend books to the

group!

Whether you love to read all the time or struggle to read 30 minutes a day, join us for a dedicated quiet time to get lost in a book of your choice, get help finding a "just right" book for you, explore new books to read, or read articles about your favorite topics.

Every Friday, we’ll have book shares and play literary games.

So, come find a cozy spot for relaxation and relief from your busy day through reading!

Teacher: Ms. MyersRoom: 127

Invitation Only:You will receive a ticket to join this

Phoenix Time learning seminar.

Students selected for this learning seminar will enjoy

strengthening literacy skills through:

● Interactive read-aloud

● Strategic reading practice with

○ Informational texts

○ Short stories

○ Poems and lyrics

● Individual guidance

● More time with texts

Teacher: Mrs. WhippRoom: 311

Reading

Do you love science but need some extra support for science vocab and reading assignments in science class? Then this learning seminar is for you!

We will:

● Review science vocabulary ● Reinforce concepts from the

current science unit● Practice science skills and

modeling to help you succeed this quarter!

Science Support

Teacher: Ms. CasteelRoom: 119

If you like to write,it’s time to give blogging a try!!● Write● Post● Read others’ postings● Leave encouraging

comments● Write and post more!

Mrs. Donnelly Room 129

Blogging

Are you struggling to complete homework on time? Are you struggling to utilize your agenda for homework? Are you doing work but forgetting to turn it in? Are papers getting lost in the abyss that is your binder? If you answered YES to any of these questions, then this is the Phoenix Time Seminar for YOU.In this Seminar you will:●Work on Homework●Utilize and organize your Binder and Agenda●Make up tests, quizzes and missed assignments●NOT PLAY VIDEO GAMES NOR WATCH MOVIES ON YOUR Ipads

Teacher: Mr OrangeRoom: 216

Homework andOrganization

Club

In this seminar, you will:

- Problem-solve - Make connections- Bring order to chaos- DO PUZZLES

Please join us if you are ready to relax and enjoy a quiet space to work on JIGSAW puzzles with your peers!

Puzzles!

Teachers: Ms. Foley Rooms: 126

THEN COME DO PUZZLES

Do you like doing JIGSAW PUZZLES?

Want to learn about how comics are

created? Searching for a place to unleash

your creative side?

In this seminar we will:

● Explore the history of sequential art

(comic books)

● Learn the steps to create your own

comic strip/ book

● Have fun drawing and creating

Illustration &Sequential Art

Teacher: Mr. RedicanRoom:135

Insert an image here to represent

your seminar.Tired? Feeling stressed? Just need a place that

isn’t as loud as the cafeteria?

Well we’re the place for you! Come to our

calming space, where the only thing you have to

do is not talk! This is a great space to read, do

HW you forgot to finish, destress, or simply

relax after a tiring first half of the day.

Calming Space

Teacher: Mr. Tagert - Room 123Teacher: Ms. Paris - Room 117

Insert an image here to represent

your seminar. Students currently in Ms. Palermo’s

PreAlgebra class are welcome. ALL ABILITY

LEVELS ARE WELCOME! Students who

need support with homework, review of

notes, or preparing for tests and quizzes

are encouraged to join. This is a safe space

to ask questions and receive help.

Students with a C+ or lower 2nd QTR

should plan to join.

PreAlgebraSupport

Teacher: Ms. PalermoRoom 115

Students currently in Math 6 are welcome.

ALL ABILITY LEVELS ARE WELCOME!

Students who need support with

homework, review of notes, or preparing

for tests and quizzes are encouraged to

join.

This is a safe space to ask questions and

receive help.

Math 6Support

Teacher: Mr. MannRoom 120

Are you interested in learning

how to code? Then join us for coding!

NO experience is needed.

You just need to be OK making mistakes.

We will*:

● Learn the basics of programming

● Create video games using Scratch

● Hack the mainframe

● Write code for robots who are

interested in global domination

*some of these may or may not be real

Coding

Teacher: Mr. GarvinRoom: 121

Insert an image here to represent

your seminar. Students will help our school community do

a wide range of jobs that will improve the

lives of our staff, teachers, and students.

● Shredding papers

● Stuffing envelopes

● Making copies

● Changing Bulletin Boards

● Unpacking supplies / Reshelving books

● Running errands

Community

Helpers

Teacher:

Ms. Taylor & Ms. Hutcherson

Room: 320

Insert an image here to represent

your seminar.Are you a band or orchestra student looking

for additional time to practice? In Music Makers you will get to do just that! Students

will have the opportunity to explore new challenges, practice independently,

experience peer coaching, and receive help as needed.

Note: This Phoenix Time Seminar is only open to current band or orchestra students.

Music Makers

Teacher: Ms. DucassouxRoom 104

Insert an image here to represent

your seminar. If you enjoy creative writing, join Ms. Field for a creative writing

seminar. We will work on:

● Character Development● Dialogue

● Writing in specific genres (fantasy, mystery, humor,

horror, etc.)● Flash Drafting

● Student-led seminars!

Creative Writing

Teacher: Ms. Field - Room 128

Do you love taking pictures? Do you enjoy

figuring out how to edit pictures to make them

look even more artistic?

In this seminar, we will…

● Look at what makes a good photo

● Practice photography tips as we take pictures

● Learn different editing techniques to really create

a piece of art

** You do not need a camera for this seminar. We will

be using iPads (and phones with special permission)**

The Art of Photography

Teacher: Ms. PartingtonRoom: 336