Monday - February 1, 2016 / Tuesday - February 2, 2016

ALL CLASSES
First, please know that Canvas is current. I'm expecting you to complete all work assigned there. Also, I look forward to glowing reviews from my substitute. Please don't let me down.

Habit #2 is "Begin with the End in Mind". So it's all about visualizing where you want to be in the future, focusing on the specifics, and never losing that focus. Covey's suggestions for ways to begin this kind of thinking include the following:

1. List three skills you'll need to improve upon to be successful in your career.
2. Write a personal mission statement.
3. Look in the mirror, and ask, "Would I want to marry someone like me?" If not sure, then begin working on the qualities you may be lacking.
4. Think about your life goals. Write them down. Illustrate them somehow. Post pictures around your room.
5. Identify a negative label you think some people may have given you. List a few things you can do to change that label.

Choose ONE of the above and write about it for today's bellringer.

Friday - January 29, 2016

It's Riddle Friday...

NO GOOGLING ALLOWED!

Romeo and Juliet are found dead in a small puddle of water, surrounded by broken glass. The apartment building they are found in is located next to the city's main train station. How did they die?

Wednesday - January 27, 2016 / Thursday - January 28, 2016

COMP TECH CLASS 

Watch the short video I play in class, then answer the following questions:

1. Will you be happy with this development? Why or why not?
2. What was one reason given for the change?












SPORTS MARKETING AND MARKETING CLASSES

Read the article linked below. Explain why you think companies might pay Cam millions of dollars to advertise their products and/or services.

Cam Newton Becomes the New Face of the NFL



FINANCIAL LITERACY CLASS

What is "keeping up with the Joneses"? Why can it be so damaging to one's financial health? What would be your advice for someone who seems to fall victim to this influence?

Monday - January 25, 2016 / Tuesday - January 26, 2016

ALL CLASSES
Okay, time for Habit #1...BE PROACTIVE. Basically, being proactive is taking responsibility for your own actions, your own moods, your own learning, your life's path, etc. Being proactive is letting go of things beyond your "circle of control" and directing your energy to things you CAN do.

The opposite of being proactive is being REACTIVE.

Reactive people say things like:
1. "He ruined my day!"
2. "That test was unfair."
3. "It's not my fault."
4. "That's just the way I am."

List a PROACTIVE alternative for each of the above statements.
1.
2.
3.
4.

Next, highlight one of the following baby steps that you can incorporate into your life now.

Choose your most unhealthy habit and commit to do something about it right now.

The next time someone flips you off, give them the peace sign.

Stop letting others control YOUR mood for the day.

Work toward eliminating reactive language from your life.

Friday - January 22, 2016 / Monday - January 25, 2016

ALL CLASSES

Copy and paste today's prompt into a google document. Change the document title to "Bellringers". Then, respond thoughtfully.

TODAY'S PROMPT: 
What is a habit? Put this into your own words as if explaining it to someone who has never heard the word. Be thorough.

Thursday, January 14, 2015 / Friday, January 15, 2015

I'm asking you to give me some anonymous feedback today. Click the following link to take a short survey. Please take a moment to think about each response and give me feedback which will enhance future classes.

Thanks!

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1G7r35yqMv3eDVB-M--VYeLtyoSM79PkiLmjt1LUKez4/viewform?usp=send_form

Tuesday - January 12, 2016 / Wednesday - January 13, 2016

There will be no more bellringers. Submit your responses from December and January TODAY. There are 10 entries.

Here's the link for your state test:
https://www.precisionexams.com/usoe/welcome/

Login and wait for me to provide the authorization code.

When you complete the test, please remain quiet until everyone is finished. Feel free to come see me to be sure your grades are accurate and complete.

Good luck.

Friday - January 8, 2016

The maker doesn't need it, the buyer doesn't use it, and the user uses it without knowing it.  What is IT?

Wednesday - January 6, 2016 / Thursday - January 7 2016

Sports Marketing AND Marketing Classes
Read the article linked below and answer the questions that follow.

The Story Behind the Tent on Alabama's Football Sideline

1. What is the tent used for?
2. Why use a tent for this purpose?
3. What is unique about the tent?
4. What specific marketing opportunities might exist here? Be specific.





Financial Literacy Class
Read the article linked below and answer the questions that follow.

Protect Your Nest Egg from Stock Drops in the "Retirement Red Zone"

1. What is the "retirement red zone"?
2. List TWO tips given to retirees in this article. Choose the two tips that make the most sense to you.

Be ready to discuss and add to the conversation!



Business Law Class
Read the article linked below and answer the questions that follow.

Park City Ski Patrollers Narrowly Vote to Unionize

1. Is this union new to the Park City Area? Explain.
2. Name a few pros and cons to unionizing.

Monday - January 4, 2016 / Tuesday - January 5, 2016

Sports Marketing Class
Read the article linked below and answer the questions that follow.

College Football Playoff Remains Committed to New Year's Eve Games

1. How did the CFP playoff game ratings compare to last year's ratings?
2. What were the possible reasons given for the change?
3. Why will CFP playoff games only occur on New Year's Day (instead of New Year's Eve) three years out of ten?



Financial Literacy Class
Read the article linked below and answer the questions that follow. The article is dated 2014, but I found it to be the best explanation.

How Does Chip and PIN Technology Actually Work?

1. What does EMV stand for?
2. What advantages does chip and PIN technology have over the traditional magnetic strip on credit cards?
3. What did credit card companies do to "encourage" stores to upgrade to the new technology?



Marketing Class
Read the article linked below and answer the questions that follow.

Uber Users Complaining About Pricey New Year's Eve Rides

1. What is "surge pricing"?
2. How much more expensive were Uber rides on NYE?
3. Do you think Uber customers have a valid complaint? Why or why not?



Business Law Class
Read the article linked below and answer the questions that follow.

"Affluenza" Teen: The Lawyer Taking on Ethan Couch's Case

You may need to do a little background research if you are not aware of the circumstances of this case.

1. Why is Couch referred to as the "affluenza" teen?
2. Why did Couch and his mother go to Mexico?
3. What is Couch's new attorney trying to do?
4. Do you have any opinions about this attorney?