(Optional) Manage transition in the school environment.
Managing transition should include strategies such as
- adapting to a new school (e.g., transition between classes, lockers, lunch schedule, cafeteria, routines)
- adapting to grade level changes
- adapting to new peers
- adapting to new teachers, grading scales, and expectations
- adapting to new technologies
- organizing materials
- using a planner/agenda
- managing time
- managing resources (e.g., supplies)
- increasing individual responsibilities.
Process/Skill Questions:
Thinking
- How is adapting to a new school similar to adapting to a new home? To a new family member?
- What are the consequences of being adaptable to change? Of not being adaptable to change?
- What concerns do you have in transitioning to a new grade/school?
Communication
- When making a transition, under what circumstances is it important to be independent? Dependent? Interdependent?
- What resources are available to help you deal with changes/concerns?
Leadership
- What leadership skills allow you to be a responsible student?
- How do responsible students react to rules and regulations? What are the consequences of disregarding rules and regulations?
- What advice would you give younger students on how to bridge the gap between elementary and middle school?
Management
- How can using a planner or agenda help you manage your responsibilities?
- Why should you only take what you need to complete your task?
- How can a change affect your behavior?
- How can time management reduce stress or negative influences on your health?
- How can you develop skills to manage multiple life roles and responsibilities? How is this ability helpful in making transitions in school?
- What steps would you take to set up a schedule for a busy week of home, school, social, and community activities?