INSTRUCTIONAL SUPPORT SERVICES

Hello all. I hope all is well. Today we presented the 3rd workshop at Coalinga MS. We had a smaller turnout. However, the students that were there were enganged and full of energy. We started out talking outdoors. It was a great day. The students got to analize an income chart based on the levels of accademic attainment. Then we moved to Mrs. Fairbanks class. She gave us a pile of student written reflections based on the previous assignemnt. The responses were inspiring. It is as though, they are looking for conversations about their histories and their futures. We also discussed the concept of goals. They were all full of hope and willing to share their dreams. They got an opportunity to write them and convert them to goals. We all discussed our goals. Some students are interested in following a soccer career. We also discussed the importance of a back-up plan. Another student indicated that she wants to be a physical therapist. We then discussed the importance of sharing them with others so that they could begin to internalize them and learn about those who are willing to help or not. Their homework is to discuss their goals with others and come back with reflections for the group. A special thanks to the students and Mrs. Fairbanks for being so engaging and willing to take a chance with our programs. Thank you Mrs. Fairbanks. This program is so much more engaging because of you!
ps. below are some images of the day!

Janelle and Alfredo