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Flex Time

at Mills High

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Learning Target:

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I can describe the importance and purpose of Flex Time and plan for the appropriate use of my Flex Time for this school year.

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Share with a partner

Describe a time when you were struggling with something in school.

For example, you needed help learning a concept or completing a difficult assignment.

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What would have helped you?

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  • Flex Time is a tool students use to support and enrich their learning

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  • Flex Time is a period where students choose a class in which to seek help or work on assignments AND build a relationship with a teacher

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WHY FLEX TIME?

  • Busy schedules (e.g. sports, activities, jobs, etc.) make it difficult for many students to find time to meet teachers for help outside of class

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WHY FLEX TIME?

  • Flex Time provides a chance for ALL students to:
    • Get extra help
    • Work with peers on group projects
    • Make up missed assignments/tests from absences
    • Further learning on topics of interest
    • Connect with an adult on campus
    • And so much more!...
  • Through Flex Time, students will learn how to advocate for their own learning!

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WHEN IS FLEX TIME?

TUESDAY/THURSDAY

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8:30

10:00

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Brunch

10:00

10:10

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Flex

10:20

11:00

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4th & KVIK

11:10

12:45

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Lunch

12:45

1:15

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1:25

2:55

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Notes:

  • Tuesday Freshman Flex~Go To YOUR ADVISOR
  • Thursday Freshman Flex~Chose YOUR TEACHER

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EXPECTATIONS

DURING FLEX TIME

It is mandatory that all students are:

Present in a classroom or other space used for Flex Time

On Time. Attendance is taken, and consequences for truancy apply, just like any other class

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EXPECTATIONS

DURING FLEX TIME

It is mandatory that all students are:

Ready to work: Come prepared with questions, materials & a good attitude

Engaged in academic work OR activities with your advisor the entire time

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EXPECTATIONS

DURING FLEX TIME

It is mandatory that all students are:

Present for appointments scheduled by teachers, counselors or other MHS staff

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WHERE DO I GO DURING FLEX TIME?

  • Sometimes teachers or others will schedule appointments for you
  • On Tuesdays, you’ll go to your Freshman Flex classroom
  • On Thursdays, you’ll be in charge of scheduling your own time
  • PLAN AHEAD to determine which teacher’s classroom you wish to work in on Thursdays

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FLEX TIME WEB APP

  • The Flex Time web app allows students to sign up for an appointment with a teacher, or check to see if a teacher scheduled an appointment with them
  • To access the Flex Time app, go to: http://teachmore.org/mills/students/ (the link is also on our school website)
  • Use your google sign in
  • For instructions on how to use the app, check out this video tutorial

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TAKE A PHOTO NOW OF THE BARCODE ON YOUR STUDENT ID CARD

(in case you lose it).

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ADVANCE SIGNUPS

The following require signups on the Web App in advance:

  1. P.E. makeups: Check with P.E. teacher ahead of time on where they’ll be
  2. Meetings with counselors: For brief questions related to academics, college, etc. (not for personal or emotional concerns). Students must remain in counseling wing the entire time.

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Also, some teachers may provide advance signups for students who want to save a spot.

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CAREER CENTER & LIBRARY

  • The Library & Career Center will be available on a Limited Basis and not until later in the semester

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Share with a partner

What is the purpose of Flex Time? How do you think Flex Time might help you this year?

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Where do you plan to go for Flex ON THURSDAY?

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Any questions?

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Remember to plan ahead and make the most of each Flex Time opportunity!

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CREDITS

Special thanks to all the people who made and released these awesome resources for free: