My Life Guide

My Life_________________________’s Guide
By Angela DeHart, 2017
7th
1. To Create A Sense of Purpose in My Life
Everyone needs a sense of purpose in their lives. And setting goals is a great way to
identify your purpose. As the saying goes, if you don’t know where you’re going, then
you’ll end up somewhere else.
2.To Control My Future
Without goals, your life can feel like a boat that’s floating aimlessly down a river. You
don’t know where you’re going. Setting goals, is like getting paddles for your boat. You
now have some control over which way you go and how you get there.
3. To Focus On What’s Important
When people don’t set clear goals, they often feel overwhelmed. There always seems to
be too much to do and not enough time. When you set goals, you start to focus on what’s
really important in your life and everything else starts to become less important.
4. To Increase My Motivation
When you write down goals, they start to feel real. And over time you’ll start to believe
that you can accomplish those goals. This will fuel your desire, passion and motivation to
achieve your goals.
5. To Get Faster Results
Once you have clear written goals, your mind starts to focus more on how to achieve those
goals. Instead of just hoping that you’ll do something someday, you start to take daily
progress towards your goals. Even the smallest actions on a daily basis, add up to big
results over a year.
6. To Make Better Use Of My Time
Without clear goals, it’s often very difficult to manage your time and juggle competing
priorities. But when you write down your goals, you start to prioritize working on your
goals above other activities such as watching television.
WHYamIdoingthisproject?
https://www.relaxfocusenjoy.com/7-benefits-of-goal-setting/

7thBy Angela DeHart, 2017
IF MY EDUCATION IS
IMPORTANT TO ME, I WILL
MAKE SURE TO LEARN
EVERYTHING I CAN FROM
EVERY ASSIGNMENT I AM
ASKED TO DO AND FROM
EVERY TEACHER, STUDENT,
AND ADMINISTRATOR
AROUND ME.
IF NOT, I FOOL AROUND
UNTIL THE CONSEQUENCES
OF MY CHOICES CATCH UP
TO ME.

7th
Dream BIG
SET GOALS
TAKE ACTION
What do I want to accomplish in my life?
What actions do I need to take to make my dreams a reality?
What commitments do I need make in order to accomplish my goals?
Ex. I want to be the first person in my family to go to college
Ex. My goal is to make the all “A” honor role in school for 1st quarter
Ex. I need help in math so I am going to complete my homework, participate in class, and stay after school with my teacher once a week

1. Degree types
2. Timelines (ages) associated with life event
3. Responsibilities associated with life events
4. Tips for planning for your future
5. Opportunities and challenges associated with working
and learning in the 21st century (extension projects)
Information acquired by completing this project

Life Skills
1. Planning
2. Making Decisions
3. Goal Setting
4. Teamwork
5. Organizing
a. Mind Mapping
6. Motivation
a. Inspirational life quote
Skills learned by completing this project

Goal Setting
S Specific
This project satisfies #26-39, 51-54, and #61 of
FCPS’ FACS curriculum competencies
M Measurable This project is being graded on a scale of 0-8
A Attainable This project will be finished in my textile class
R Realistic & Rigorous
The project features items most people
encounter in their life. It is also customizable if
I want to modify it for my own situation
T Time-Bound
This project has the following timeline:
Even Day Classes Odd Day Classes
-9/11 -9/28 -9/08 -9/27
-9/13 -10/2 -9/12 -9/29
-9/15 -10/4 -9/14 -10/3
-9/19 -10/6 -9/18 -10/5
-9/21 -10/8 -9/20 -10/10
-9/26 -9/25 -10/12
My Life Project

http://viewpure.com/TeamDevlop
What does it mean to be a team?
Watch this video and:
1. Become familiar with the stages all teams go through
2. Start becoming a highly productive team and work
on your team project!

Extension Project
What is an extension project?
It is a project for you to work on after your project task is
completed in excellence. It is meant to help you grow beyond
what is already happening in class so that you can enhance your
ability to learn skills that allow you to be successful in your future.
The extension project is also an opportunity to learn more about
yourself or to apply the skills that you have learned in class to a
personal project.
The extension project is all about you and how you can define
your own learning. As a 21st century student you need to develop
success in your core classes while also being able to apply that
knowledge to real-world situations. The essential skills of your life
are critical thinking, problem solving communication,
collaboration, and life long learning.
Please look at this video-when you are done complete the
extension project:
http://viewpure.com/21Learner1

Extension Project
I have a quote that inspires me. It acknowledges who I am,
challenges the parts of me that I need to work on, and helps me
focus when I am off task.
The deepest courage we can
exercise is continuing to
believe in our dreams until
we make them come true
-anonymous
Do you have a quote that does that for you?
If you spend some time (homework?) searching for quotes that
inspire you (fill out the form below) you might find your “My
Life” quote! Your effort to try and find one will earn you 1-2
FACS bitcoins!
1. Finn out the “My Life Quote” form
2. Turn it in by Friday, October 13th

Extension Project
Quote
What it
means to me
Source
1
2
3
4
5
6
My Final Quote
What it means to me
Source
My Life Quote
Name: ____________________________________________________________ P______ Date__________
INSTRUCTIONS: Fill out this form. You have to have a minimum of 5 quotes in order to earn any
bitcoins. Print your completed page out and give it to Ms. DeHart in order to receive credit

Influences on individual
development
2 days
Responsibilities involved
with care of younger
children
1. Collect the data on how many students want “X” number of
children. Make a charts to reflect the information
2. Look at the following resources (2 per person!)
a. https://www.beststart.org/OnTrack_English/2-factors.html
b. http://milwaukee.uwex.edu/files/2013/04/Environmental-Influences-on-Child-
Development.pdf
c. https://quizlet.com/8302727/child-growth-and-development-module-3influences-
affecting-child-growth-and-development-flash-cards/
d. http://www.cde.ca.gov/sp/cd/re/caqdevelopment.asp
e. http://www.rsd.k12.pa.us/Downloads/Development_Chart_for_Booklet.pdf
f. http://raisingchildren.net.au/articles/playgroups_video.html/context/877
g. http://www.fcgov.com/police/pdf/childsafe09.pdf
h. https://www.kidpower.org/who-we-serve/children/
3. List 3 influences parents have on their kids. List 2 ways parents can
keep their children safe (speech)
4. List 3 careers that would be associated with student interest in this
subject matter (speech & guide page)
Project Task:

7th
4. List the FCCLA STAR events a student could pursue if they
wanted to extend this project into an opportunity to participate
in FCCLA (speech & guide page)
a. http://fcclainc.org/programs/star-event-descriptions.php
5. Take 1 of the developmental stages and create a game for the
child to play that they would like. (speech & guide page)
a. Make a video explaining why it appropriate for their stage
of development
b. OR create career pathway from the FCPS academy to a list
of 3 colleges/universities that students could attend if they
wanted to pursue this career path
i. https://www.fcps.edu/academics/high-school-academics-9-
12/career-and-technical-education-cte/academies-and-specialized
6. Prepare to present your solution. (speech)
a. Make sure you have a survey so that your peers can give
you feedback on the effectiveness of your game
2 days
Influences on individual
development
Responsibilities involved
with care of younger
children
Project Task:

Positive ways to
express your feelings,
needs, and ideas
Character Playbook:
1. Module 1: Analyzing Influences (all must watch)
2. Module 2: Understanding and Managing Emotions
3. Module 3: Communicating Effectively
A. Watch the following online modules:
B. Prepare a summary of the materials that
you reviewed.
Create a summary presentation of:
1. how module #1 helped you learn how to identify your personal
qualities, strengths, and goals;
2. how module #2 helped you learn how to successfully manage
your emotions; and
3. how module #3 helped you learn how to successfully active
listening skills and to be aware of the nonverbal cues you are
communicating
2 days
Ways of getting along
with others
Major attributes of
character development
Project Task:

C. Prepare a list of “Success Tips for the
Prepared Student”
1. How to Managing Your Emotions
2. The value of active listening
3. The Art of Nonverbal Cues
4. The value of developing your character
2 days
Positive ways to
express your feelings,
needs, and ideas
Ways of getting along
with others
Major attributes of
character development
Project Task:

Relationship
between
education
and income
2 days
Look at the following links:
1. https://nces.ed.gov/fastfacts/display.asp?id=77
2. https://www.bls.gov/opub/ted/2016/weekly-earnings-by-
educational-attainment-in-first-quarter-2016.htm
3. https://www.usatoday.com/story/money/2017/01/12/pay-gap-
between-college-grads-and-everyone-else-record/96493348/
4. http://work.chron.com/average-salary-college-degree-1861.html
5. https://trends.collegeboard.org/education-pays/figures-
tables/lifetime-earnings-education-level
6. https://smartasset.com/retirement/the-average-salary-by-
education-level
Create a chart(s) to explain the relationship bet ween education and
income in the following situations:
1. Based on graduation status
2. Lifetime income
Project Task:

Contributions of
different
cultures to
society
7th
Most cultures treasure the food, art, and holidays of another culture
Food
-3 Most popular food of culture
-Provide recipe.
-Mini-museum review
-Create a calendar
1. Find out the countries of the students in your class
2. You are going to explore the cultures of the students in the class
3. Make a presentation about your research
4. Provide travel information for each country
1. Airplane flight information
1. Cost
2. Best time of year
5. Links of interest:
1. https://drive.google.com/file/d/0BzMHV6p4vyDVemN3X1JoRDZ2N1k/view
2. https://www.ted.com/talks/jennifer_8_lee_looks_for_general_tso?language=en
2 days
Project Task:

Demonstrate
comparison
shopping techniques
7th
You are going to choose 1 apartment, in our local metropolitan area,
and explain (complete the table) your reasoning behind your choice:
1. If you were Person A
2. If you were person B
3. If you were person C
2 days
Student A: Did not completed High School
Income: $25,000
Student B: Completed High School
Income: $30,500
Student C: Completed a Bachelors Degree
Income: $50,000
https://nces.ed.gov/fastfacts/display.asp?id=77
Background knowledge:
1. How much of my income should I spend on rent?
1. https://www.nakedapartments.com/blog/rent-to-income/
2. https://www.quicken.com/how-much-should-you-spend-rent-when-budgeting
3. https://smartasset.com/mortgage/how-much-should-i-spend-on-rent
- Rent calculator: https://www.domu.com/rent-calculator
Project Task:

Demonstrate
comparison
shopping techniques
2 days
Here is a quick overview of where your money should go (a basic budget)
Project Task:

Demonstrate
comparison
shopping techniques
2 days
# Question
Person A
$25,000
Person B
$30,500
Person C
$50,000
Source
1 How much is your deposit?
2 Will/should you live with someone else?
3
What amenities does your apartment
have? (i.e. # of bedrooms, # of bathrooms,
location of washer/dryer, etc.)
4 How long is the lease?
5 What town are you living in?
6 Are utilities included in your lease?
7 How are you getting to work?
(i.e. Bus, public transportation, walking)
8
What percentage of your income does
your rent payment represent?
My Life Guide Presentation Requirements:
1. Have a picture of the apartments and a link to the page for each
person
2. Have a map of the metro area and pinpoint the location of the
apartments
a. Identify at least
i. 1 local grocery store
ii. A movie theatre
iii. The access point to public transportation
iv. Show math calculations for
Project Task:

Positive ways to resolve
disagreements
2 days
Character Playbook:
1. Module 1: Analyzing Influences (all must watch)
2. Module 4: Resolving Conflicts
3. Module 5: Stepping In
A. Watch the following online modules:
B. Prepare a summary of the materials that
you reviewed.
Create a summary presentation of how module #3 helped you
learn how to successfully active listening skills and to be aware
of the nonverbal cues you are communicating
C. Prepare a page for the “My Life Guide”
that will help your peers understand the
value of active listening & nonverbal cues
A problem-solving/decision-
making model that can help
address individual issues
within the family
Project Task:

Identify
personal
resources
2 days
1. http://www.cteresource.org/verso/courses/8207/family-and-consumer-sciences-
exploratory-i-tasklist/643285241
2. Self-efficacy, hope, optimism and resilience
3. INDIVIDUAL RESOURCE LIST: This list has been adapted from one in the book A
Framework for Understanding and Working with Students and Adults from Poverty by Ruby K.
Payne. (Copyright 1995 by Ruby K. Payne RFT Publishing)
a. Financial -- having money to purchase goods and services
b. Emotional -- ability to choose and control emotional responses
c. Mental -- possessing the mental ability and acquired skills, such as reading and writing, to
function in daily life
d. Spiritual -- a belief in divine purpose and guidance.
e. Physical -- physical health and mobility
f. Support systems -- having friends, family, and other backup resources to access in times
of need (external resources)
g. Role models -- having adults who are appropriate models, and who do not engage in self-
destructive behavior.
h. Knowledge of hidden rules -- knowing the unspoken cues and habits of a group.
What are personal resources?
Project Task:

Identify
personal
resources
2 days
Tips for maximizing your personal resources?
Team Task: Create a Personal Resource Table
# Resource Description Example Source
1 Financial
2 Emotional
3 Mental
4 Spiritual
5 Physical
6 Support Systems
7 Role Models
8 Knowledge
9 Change
1. https://www.scotthyoung.com/blog/2006/04/28/mastering-
your-personal-resources/
2. https://www.slideshare.net/secret/NXSvrTOvZWttzy
3. https://www.psychologytoday.com/blog/fulfillment-any-
age/201703/10-ways-make-it-through-your-life-s-transitions
Project Task:

Roles and
responsibilities within
families
2 days
1. Look at the following resources and create a 5-10 page
PowerPoint summarizing the information
2. Prepare to present a summary of your information
Ways an individual can
strengthen the family unit
What is a family?
a. http://family.lovetoknow.com/about-family-values/meaning-family
b. http://family.lovetoknow.com/definition-family
c. http://family.lovetoknow.com/about-family-values/definition-
extended-families
a. http://family.lovetoknow.com/about-family-values/types-family-
structures
b. http://family.lovetoknow.com/culture-family-issues
Project Task:

Roles and
families
2 days
What is a family?
Project Task:

Roles and
families
2 days
What is a family?
TheFamilyofMANexhibition
Project Task:

Roles and
families
2 days
What is a family?
TheFamilyofMANexhibition Project Task:

Roles and
families
2 days
How to be a successful parent:
a. https://www.parentcoachplan.com/article3.php
b. https://www.empoweringparents.com/article/parenting-
responsibilities-10-things-you-are-and-arent-responsible-for-as-a-
parent/
c. http://www.pbs.org/parents/education/going-to-
school/supporting-your-learner/role-of-parents/
d. https://www.daniel-wong.com/2015/10/19/raise-happy-
successful-child/
Roles and Responsibilities within a family
1. https://www.healthychildren.org/English/family-life/family-
dynamics/Pages/Roles-Within-the-Family.aspx
2. https://foreverfamilies.byu.edu/Pages/family/Family-
Strengths-Clear-Roles-and-Responsibilities.aspx
Project Task:

Roles and
families
2 days
How to be a successful child
1. Prepare a “What is a Family” PowerPoint or Google Slide for
presentation to the class. Talk about the definition of family
and ways that roles and responsibilities can strengthen the
family
2. Complete a reflection in Google Drive that answers the
following question: Completing this project on family effected
me...... (individual reflection)
1. http://www.wikihow.com/Be-a-Good-Child
2. https://www.familyeducation.com/life/encouragement/defini
ng-successful-child
How to strengthen the family unit
1. http://houston.cbslocal.com/2011/10/26/the-importance-of-
family-bonding-time/
Project Task:

2 days
Strategies for
earning and
saving money
Strategies for earning money
1. http://www.businessinsider.com/strategies-to-earn-more-from-
self-made-millionaires-2016-5
2. https://www.thesimpledollar.com/nine-strategies-for-
improving-your-income-in-the-coming-year/
3. https://www.forbes.com/pictures/fjfi45fhk/44-ways-to-make-
more-mon/#11e2807baa13
4. http://money.howstuffworks.com/personal-
finance/budgeting/how-to-million-dollars2.htm
1. Look at the following resources and create a 5-10 page
PowerPoint summarizing the information
2. Prepare to present a summary of your information
Project Task:

2 days
Strategies for
earning and
saving money
Strategies for saving money
1. https://www.cnbc.com/2017/02/01/8-money-saving-
strategies-from-a-couple-that-banked-50000-last-year.html
2. https://americasaves.org/for-savers/make-a-plan-how-to-
save-money/five-strategies-to-saving
3. https://www.thesimpledollar.com/little-steps-100-great-
tips-for-saving-money-for-those-just-getting-started/
Retirement
1. https://money.usnews.com/money/retirement/slideshows/1
0-secrets-of-successful-retirement-savers
2. https://money.usnews.com/money/retirement/slideshows/1
0-secrets-of-successful-retirement-savers
3. https://www.forbes.com/sites/robertlaura/2016/06/16/the-
secret-mindset-for-a-successful-retirement/#647c936e7eed
Project Task:

Extension Project
What is an extension project?
It is a project for you to work on after your project task is
completed in excellence. It is meant to help you grow beyond
what is already happening in class so that you can enhance your
ability to learn skills that allow you to be successful in your future.
The extension project is also an opportunity to learn more about
yourself or to apply the skills that you have learned in class to a
personal project.
The extension project is all about you and how you can define
your own learning. As a 21st century student you need to develop
success in your core classes while also being able to apply that
knowledge to real-world situations. The essential skills of your life
are critical thinking, problem solving communication,
collaboration, and life long learning.
Please look at this video-when you are done complete the
extension project:
http://viewpure.com/21Learner2

Create a mind map of your life choices
7th
Extension Project
Example #1:

7th
Extension Project
Example #2:

7th
Extension Project
Example #3:

7th
Extension Project
Example #4:

7th
Extension Project
Example #5:

7th
Extension Project
Example #6:

7th
Extension Project
Example #7:

7th
Extension Project
Example #8:

7th
Extension Project
Example #9:

7th
Extension Project
Example #10:

My Life Guide

Recommended

Recommended

More Related Content

Similar to My Life Guide

Similar to My Life Guide (19)

More from Angela DeHart

More from Angela DeHart (20)

Recently uploaded

Recently uploaded (20)

My Life Guide