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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
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