Advisory

Overview

Advisory is a middle and high school advisory program that focuses on character development and academic achievement for all students involved. The Advisory provides the students with the structure, discipline, and support; and attitudes, knowledge, and skills necessary to:

• Enhance their sense of self
• Develop empathy and respect for others
• Improve their academic performance

Design

The Advisory is based on a 35-minute, daily Advisory period. However, it can be adapted to accommodate other formats:
1 min.	Clap-In to provide a ceremony that enables the students to begin class as a single unit, creating class cohesiveness and mutual respect between the students and teacher.
5 min.	Concentration Practice to develop focus, discipline, relaxation, and alertness in order to physically and mentally prepare the students for learning.
6 min.	Light Physical Warm-Up Activities to oxygenate the blood and develop focus, discipline, relaxation, and alertness in order to physically and mentally prepare the students for learning.
4 min.	General School Announcements
4 min.	Student of the Day to enhance self-esteem and create class cohesiveness and mutual respect in order to improve overall behavior, including empathy and tolerance.
14 min.	Activities/Quote of the Day/Personal Journal to provide opportunities for self-reflection through writing and group discussion in order to improve personal and social behavior as well as increase overall effort.
1 min.	Clap-Out, lead by the Student of the Day, to provide a ceremony that enables the students to end class as a single unit, creating class cohesiveness, respect for other classmates, and a sense of personal presence and power.

Professional Development Training

Advisory teachers are trained in a two-phase process. Phase 1 requires 18 hours of training, and Phase 2 requires three hours of follow-up training:
Phase 1	Teachers receive training; Advisory: A Teacher’s Guide, which contains comprehensive lesson plans; and a complete set of materials and supplies.
Phase 2	Input and feedback session with teachers to deal with problems, issues, and concerns; and follow-up training to refine techniques used in class.
After Phase 2, ASI provides ongoing technical support.

Cost

$960 per teacher. Includes hands-on training and manual, and all materials and supplies.

For More Information

Contact the American Sports Institute at 415-383-5750, or info@americansportsinstitute.org.