Phoenix Time Learning Seminar Catalog

Session 2Explore What’s Being Offered during

Phoenix Time for 8th Grade

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

and needs collected from your Learner Profiles &

Session 1 Evaluations

● 4 Sessions, runs 5 weeks

● Team Weeks = Home Phoenix Time ○ Check in with Home Phoenix Time Teacher○ Look over new session seminar catalog ○ Sign up for new seminar○ Complete any specific team activities

● You look over the catalog and list your top 5 choices

● Session 2 starts on January 8th

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. 25○ In Home Phoenix Time

● Session 3 - Feb. 26 - Apr. 3● Team Weeks

○ Apr. 14 - Apr. 21○ In Home Phoenix Time

● Session 4 - Apr. 22 - Jun. 5● Team Weeks

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

Learning Seminars: Session 2● Think about what seminars match your interests or needs and then

create a list of 5 options you would like to join.

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

5th choice.○ You CAN select your session 1 seminar as one of your five choices○ Some seminars have repeated content so think about that when

deciding on selecting your session 1 seminar as an option.

● Find out your seminar assignment on Jan. 6 & 7 in Home Phoenix Time

Tired of sitting in class all day?

Come join us for some activities

that will get you up and moving.

Activities will be based on

student needs.

Physical Fitness

Teacher: Mr. WeiserRoom: 105

In this seminar, we do two different fun activities per

week on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. These may

include minute-to-win-it games, crafts, painting, acts

of kindness, and small experiments. Fridays are

designated for puzzles and boardgames. Pass days are

Mondays and Thursdays and will be used as study hall.

*There may be some repeat of activities from the first

seminar.

Critical Creativity

Teacher: Ms. JapecRoom: 214

Looking for some Chill Out Time to break up your day! Research shows we need to take mindful moments and mental health breaks to recharge our batteries and be our best selves.

Chill out at Totally Zen! Here you can draw, color, journal, work on puzzles,, play board games, or talk quality in a chill and comfortable atmosphere. Once a week we will do a few yoga stretches or go outside to hang out with nature.

Totally Zen

Teacher: Mrs. CarlsonRoom: 338

Are you someone that is interested in doing complex

math problems? Would you rather do fun and

engaging math activities than to read a book? Or do

you need extra support in Algebra to prepare for

upcoming tests or quizzes?

If you have answered yes to any of these question,

Math Enrichment is the place for you!

Algebra Help, Math 24, Real life Problems,

Engineering

Math Enrichment

Teacher: Ms. RatliffRoom 337

In this seminar, students will write, revise, and share their stories*, poems, lyrics, and essays:

● Mondays = drafting / conferences● Tuesdays = examining craft● Wednesdays = drafting /conferences● Thursdays = drafting / conferences● Fridays = sharing

*Solid opportunity to continue NaNoWriMo

Creative Writing

Teacher: Mrs. WhippRoom: 311

Welcome to our Community Service

Phoenix Time!

If you want to MAKE A CHANGE in our

world, this is the place to be. We will

continue community service projects for

people in need both locally and

internationally. You will be the leaders in

making a difference in our community.

Come be a PRO!

Join the PROS!Phoenix Raising Others through

Service

Teacher: Ms. ComptonRoom: 223

Do comments like “too girly,” “she’s so bossy,” or “... for

a girl” frustrate you? Do you want to know more about

and have the chance to discuss gender inequality issues

like glass ceilings, opportunity gaps, and gender

socialization issues? Do you sometimes feel like many

female perspectives are missing from most discussions?

Yes!? Well, this sounds like the seminar space you need!

This seminar is designed to provide a safe space for

students to explore the various experiences of being a

girl. We’ll discuss books and poems, current events, pop

culture, self-confidence, and feminism. We’ll look at the

school, national, and world conversations and make sure

HER voice is heard!

EmpowHERThe “H” is NOT Silent!

Teachers: Ms. Partington & Ms. ShankerRoom: 336

This Learning Seminar is designed to provide a continued open and safe space for 8th grade males to belong and become. Students will have the opportunity to lead classroom lessons with peers, have a study hall period, participate in physical exercise, and learn important skills to recognize their resilience, potential, and leadership abilities. * Boyz to Men 1 a prerequisite

Boyz to Men 2.0

Teachers: Ms. Elliott & Mr. Loutsios Room: 322

Looking for a quiet spot to read

during the cold winter months?

Come find a cozy seat and settle

into a good book. You can bring

your own book, or Ms. Juengst

would be happy to create

personalized book stacks for you.Teacher: Ms. JuengstRoom: 325

The Reading Zone

Looking for a quiet spot to read

during the cold winter months?

Come find a cozy seat and settle

into a good book. You can bring

your own book, or Ms. Sanderson

would be happy to create

personalized book stacks for you.

The Reading Zone

Teacher: Ms. SandersonRoom: 326

The Reading Zone

This learning seminar is designed to support students’

academic needs. During structured study hall, students

will work on organization by checking their agendas,

checking their grades in Synergy, and checking

assignments in Canvas.

Once organized, students will focus on 4 main activities:

● Class/Homework

● Review/Study

● Organization

● Silent ReadingTeacher: Ms. RileyRoom: 211

Structured Study Hall

This learning seminar is designed to support student academic needs in a calm, stress-free classroom. During my structured study hall, students will work on organization by checking agendas, grades in Synergy, and assignments in Canvas.

Once students are organized, they will work on activities such as:

● Homework and project completion● Studying for upcoming quizzes or tests● Silent Reading

Bonus! If you are taking Spanish, I am happy to help you with any Spanish work that you have for Spanish I, Spanish II, or Spanish for Fluent Speakers.

Structured Study Hall

Teacher: Ms. CortésRoom: 221

Structured Study Hall

Teacher: Mrs. CobbsRoom 312

Feeling stressed or anxious with all your homework?

Then this seminar is for YOU!

During structured study hall, students will work on completing

homework, studying for a quiz/test, and organization.

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your seminar.Need a change of pace in your day?

Bring your earbuds/headphones and listen to

music while you work on classwork or

homework, study for a test, organize your

agenda, or read a book. We’ll also have days

where we’ll share our study playlists together as

well. Come listen to your favorite music while

working on things to get ahead or catch up on!

MusicalStudy Hall

Teacher: Ms. GinnertyRoom: 004

This learning seminar is designed to support student

academic needs. During structured study hall,

students will work on organization by checking their

agendas, checking their grades in Synergy, and

checking assignments in Canvas.

Once students are organized, they will work on 4 main

activities:

● Homework

● Study

● Organize binder/ backpack/ locker

● Silent Reading

Structured Study Hall

Teacher: Ms. E. KennedyRoom: 335