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= Important Information: =

The end of the 5th six weeks is Thursday, April 13.

**If you have exceeded the number of absences allowed for the semester, you need to make up the hours. Do not wait until the last minute. I do not make up hours after school.**



**Juniors - if y****ou plan on taking EAT dual credit or any dual credit classes next year:** Check with your counseling office immediately Attend the necessary meetings for enrollment at BCTAL. __ April 20 __ - Dual Credit TSI (BCTAL) If you have previously taken the TSI, you will not need to take it again.



Be sure to turn in your permission forms in order to participate in these opportunities!

Monday, April 17 - [|Midwestern State University] visit to Wichita Falls (Seniors only) Tuesday, April 25 - [|Tarrant County College] (For undecided seniors only)

If you sign up, or would like to sign up, for the Gifted/Talented Parent Nights taking place on upcoming Mondays, do so with your EAT teacher.

__Monday, April 10__ - Green Valley, 6:15 p.m. - 7:45 p.m.

What will you do? Be prepared to play games with GT kids and their parents. If you can, bring a board game appropriate for rising 1st graders to rising fifth graders.

Wear comfortable clothing: Jeans with no hole or nicer, no 3 Bs, etc.

Payoff: Earn a "wildcard" TRAFLES that will go toward earning your TAFE letter. This can also count as service hours for organizations such as NHS or volunteer hours for Character Counts.

Note: Sign in at event to receive credit!

= All Interns - Leadership opportunity: = [|Sign up for Camp 43 Leadership camp]. Check it out! This is a free opportunity.

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TEKS - Year I Interns
(10) The student participates in field-based experiences in education and training. The student is expected to: (B) document, assess, and reflect on instructional experiences.

TEKS - Year II Interns
(9) The student continues development as a teaching or training professional. The student is expected to: (A) identify strategies and resources for the professional development of educators or trainers; (B) demonstrate teacher or trainer characteristics that promote ongoing professional development; (C) use research and assessment to improve teaching or training;

Monday
= Year I: =

Prepare your outline for the presentation of your portfolio. You will need to include key words and phrases that you will emphasize when making your presentation. Do not overlook your introduction and conclusion. How you start and finish are important for your audience!

Complete your portfolio so it is ready to be presented on Thursday. If you will not be here on Thursday, contact Mrs. Kallas so you can make arrangements to present it on Wednesday. There will be no presentations accepted beyond Thursday.




 * Year 2 Book Study **

[|Tools for Teachers, by Fred Jones]

Monday
Year 2 interns meet in the middle room with your book, highlighters and stickers. The book study continues...

Obtain a rubric for the book study. Score yourself on the assigned tasks and continue to complete those required for the book study.

If you are behind because you have been absent or have not used your time effectively, you may need to complete some of the tasks outside of class.

Today:
 * Participate in the discussion questions with your group. Determine who you will evaluate prior to the discussion. Score their response on the rubric and initial.
 * Read chapter 8, ** //See, Say, Do Teaching: The Physical Modality.// ** Complete the following activity and print when completed.

Note: Do not take your rubric with you. Leave on table in tray.

= Tuesday & Wednesday, April 11 & 12 =

TEKS 10A Participates in field based experiences, Apply instructional strategies and concepts within a local educational and training facility.
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 * Remember your folder and anything you will need for site schools.
 * Continue to immerse yourself in your classroom activities. You should be comfortable teaching large groups, small groups, or individuals. Ask your mentor for opportunities to teach. Also, assist with preparing lesson materials, grading, posting work, preparing folders, and any other duties your mentor requests of you.
 * Be respectful of each other - get to the bus on time, don't make everyone wait on you!
 * Communicate
 * Take pictures!

Portfolio Presentations
(For those who have special circumstances and have made arrangements with the teacher)

Showcase the highlights of your preparation for career in education by sharing your portfolio with your peers. As you watch, think about what you see and take "mental notes" about changes, additions and omissions you would make to your portfolio to improve it's quality. It is a living document, so now that you have the framework set up, you can always update it and "make it better!"

= // Thursday, April 13 // =

Last Day for Portfolio Presentations
Showcase the highlights of your preparation for career in education by sharing your portfolio with your peers. As you watch, think about what you see and take "mental notes" about changes, additions and omissions you would make to your portfolio to improve it's quality. It is a living document, so now that you have the framework set up, you can always update it and "make it better!"

YR II Interns Book Study Check You should have read through Chapter 8. Sign up for your report over Chapters 9 - 15. (To be presented April 20).

= // Friday, April 14 // =



School Holiday Enjoy the long weekend and the nice weather! Only six weeks of school remain!