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Dear Young Kings and Queens, April 7, 2020

Stay encouraged! Yes, things. Got. Real. We are in the “toilet paper pandemic”. You are hearing more “I don’t know” than, “I know”. This is the most important time to self-reflect on everything that you have that is good, whether it is family, shelter, friends, your mind lol, your peace, or food! People have been losing loved ones and it no time than now to focus on the things and people that matter most. Stay encouraged! Stay positive and stay connected! People will distract you with fear, but know that you will get through this. Stay 6 feet apart from people only if you must go outside to exercise or get essentials. Keep washing your hands and practice good hygiene. You’ll be iight!

Quarantine can get boring. You binged watched a few shows on Netflix till there’s no tomorrow. Been oversleeping and have eaten your way into the new year. Or, maybe you have been catching up on a good book (ha! Maybe).

Here’s a packet to help make it not so boring. Just like your belly, your mind must be fed too, with knowledge. (corny, but true). This packet will go over personality, constructive criticism, calming methods, and money management. This is for productivity and preview.

Go to the back of the packet for a healthy eating diary and a workout routine to track your healthy meals throughout the weeks and keep you healthy and active. This is for personal use. You can use this as much as you like! Healthy eating and exercising are proven to reduce stress and makes you feel good and energized! Let those endorphins flow! Make sure you blast your music playlist on high (not too high), while you enjoy the workout routine at home.

Don’t rush. Breathe! Take your time with the packet. This is supposed to last you throughout the week.

Call me if you have any questions and further support. I am here for you.

Survival Tip: Remember to stay safe, stay smart, and stay positive. Hang in there! See you soon!

Warmly,

Ms. Carlton, Woodbridge High JDG Teacher

JDG Packet 1: April 14th to April 24th

My GoalsWhat are your goals ? Goals can change everyday. You have purpose. It is important to set goals for yourself in life, which makes life meaningful. Listing goals and reciting them everyday will make your goals come true. You can do this weekly or every morning. Here’s your start if you haven’t started writing your goals.

List your goals below:

Name: _______________________________ Date: __________________ Score: _______

PERSONALITY ASSESSMENT WORKSHEET

PART A: (50 Points) Read the side-by-side description in each column and put a checkmark in the “Yes” column for the one that best describes you. Neither one is better or worse than the other.

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Have high energy Have quiet energyTalk more than listen Listen more than talkThink out loud Think quietly inside my headAct, then think Think, then actLike to be around people a lot Feel comfortable being alonePrefer a public role Prefer to work behind the scenesCan sometimes be easily distracted Have good powers of concentrationPrefer to do lots of things at once Prefer to focus on one thing at a timeAre outgoing and enthusiastic Are self-contained and reservedSENSORS INTUITIVESFocus on details and specifics Focus on possibilitiesAdmire practical solutions Admire creative ideasNotice details and remember facts Notice anything new or differentAre pragmatic/see what is Are inventive – see what could beLive in the here-and-now Think about future implicationsTrust actual experience Prefer to learn new skillsLike to use established skills Like to figure things out themselvesWork at a steady pace Work in bursts of energyTHINKERS FEELERSMake decisions objectively Decide based on their feelingsAppear cool and reserved Appear warm and friendlyAre most convinced by rationality Are most convinced by feelingsAre honest and direct Are diplomatic and tactfulValue honesty and fairness Value harmony and compassionTake few things personally Take many things personallyTend to see flaws Are quick to compliment othersAre motivated by achievement Are motivated by appreciationArgue or debate issue for fun Avoid arguments and conflictsJUDGERS PERCEIVERSMake most decisions easily May have difficulty making decisionsAre serious and conventional Are playful and unconventionalPay attention to time and are punctual Are less aware of time and run latePrefer to finish projects Prefer to start projectsWork first, play later Play first, work laterWant things decided Want to keep their options openSee the need for most rules Question the need for many rulesLike to make and stick with plans Like to keep plans flexibleFind comfort in schedules Want freedom to be spontaneous

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PART B: (50 Points)

If you choose a career based only on salary, you may never truly enjoy your job. This can be attributed to the fact that your personality has a lot to do with your career choice.

Have you ever wondered why lawyers talk at the speed they do with such confidence? Or why journalists are so aggressive on the job and eager to ask questions? It's not by chance or by luck. It's their personality that makes them so good at what they do.

Look into your personality and decide what you like most of all. What are your hobbies? What excites you? Do you like to listen and give advice? Do you like to administer to other peoples’ needs? Do you enjoy disassembling things and putting them back together? Maybe you should be a counselor, a mechanic, or an engineer.

One sure way to know if you are making the right choice is to get a part-time job in a field that interests you. If you see that the field you are pursuing does not match your personality, try a different one.

Answer the following questions:

What career field interests you now? ___________________________________

What entry-level job could you seek now that may lead to advancement in your

chosen career field? _________________________________________________

How does this career field relate to the traits you checked off on the Personality

Assessment? _______________________________________________________

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Jobs for Delaware Graduates, Inc.

UTILIZING CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM(Written by Rachel Ricucci)

Criticism is tough any way you can spin it. But, it is to your advantage to turn it around and make it into a positive and useful key if you want to survive it. At first, this will seem marginal, because when attacked with criticism, especially personal, most humans make the initial mistake (reaction) of getting defensive and answering with a defensive remark. Sound familiar?

Criticism is a tough call, because most times we are too sensitive to handle it objectively. Does it take a very objective, hardened and rational individual to handle criticism? Sometimes, but anyone can practice handling criticism more effectively.

Think of a time when you were criticized on the spot, by an employer, a parent, a friend, a co-worker, or a stranger. Think of what that person said and how you responded or reacted. What did you say? What did your body language say? Did you cower or lower your head in response? If you have done any of the above, you probably gave way to the power of criticism and possibly the power of the individual giving the criticism. If you’re giving more power to criticism than you should, you’re reacting negatively to the criticism. Therefore, you are seen as not being able to handle the criticism constructively, or you’re just plain defensive. Does this sound like the type of individual who is going to get a raise or learn and grow with ease? Probably not.

So, here are some tips to fighting the nasty cut of criticism:

Try to remain as calm as possible when sensing an “onset” of criticism.

Allow your body, eyes, stomach, hands, and chest to relax.

When it is your turn to talk and accept the criticism, or answer any questions regarding the criticism, be rational and cool-headed.

Try not to give excuses or explanations right away. Hear the person out. You may want to start thinking of a couple of comments to back yourself up, but not defensive or inexcusable comment

UTILIZING CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM

It is good to remember to accept the person’s viewpoint and thank them for what they have just told you. More often than not, the person is just doing their job and/or they want you to perform better. Also, you have to remember that you are the one benefiting from the insight of the criticism. It’s like opening up a self-help book and reading it. This is where the criticism can be grabbed and used to your own advantage! Use it – and use it effectively for your performance the next time around; it can only help you, not hinder you.

On the other hand, if the criticism is something rather undeserved, say something like this to the person delivering the criticism, “I thank you for all of your advice and insight. But what you are saying sounds like the description of another individual and not me. I thought I was doing the right things. I will try to bring out more of my positive qualities in the future.”

These exact words do not have to be used, but you get the picture. Truly unfair criticism should be taken to a higher level in a work situation. But, as for friends and family, the thing to remember is just to be honest with them and with yourself. If there is one little, minute “grain” of truth about it that pertains to you (and you know it) you should have an easier time accepting it.


CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM

Usually the goal of constructive criticism is to benefit or improve. We see this in the workplace when supervisors critique employees to improve their performance or work habits.

How can criticism be constructive?Constructive criticism has to be genuine. The person giving the criticism has to genuinely feel it is important.The person receiving the criticism must understand that you truly want him/her to improve.

Do not use statements like:

“I want you to …” “You must understand …” “You must see the difference …” “I need you to …”

If you do, you are immediately setting the stage for the individual to become defensive, especially if there is already a bad history of communication.

Take a team approach. In other words, sentences like:

“Let us look at the following …” “Let’s brainstorm together.” “Let’s put our heads together and think of how …”

By doing this, you create a positive atmosphere. Both individuals are on the same level. It sets the stage to critique, not to criticize, and constructs a foundation for improvement.

Constructive criticism and open communication take time and practice. Constructive criticism must be used effectively if the receiver is to improve.

DESTRUCTIVE CRITICISMRead each destructive comment below and write an appropriate response for the employee to say to the Supervisor.

1. Supervisor: You always come to work late.

Employee’s response: _____________________________________________

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2. Supervisor: You are rude to our customers.


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3. Supervisor: Your computer skills are not good.


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4. Supervisor: Your attire looks awful!


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Supervisor: You request entirely too much time off.


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5. Supervisor: You work too slowly.


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6. Supervisor: Pay close attention and quit making so many mistakes.


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7. Supervisor: Why don’t you help others more often!


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8. Supervisor: You are always miserable!


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9. Supervisor: Don’t you know how to use a mop?


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Constructive Criticism – 11th grade / Worksheet

Name: ________________________

CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM

Write an appropriate statement a Supervisor can say to an employee who scored low on his/her performance evaluation on each of the job skills listed below. The objective is to provide constructive criticism to help the employee improve.

1. Attaining new skills and knowledge.

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2. Taking initiative to resolve problems.


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3. Staying focused and productive.


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4. Developing positive relationships with co-workers.


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5. Planning and organizing duties.


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ANIMAL WORD GAME BRAIN TWISTER

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HOW DO YOU RESPOND TO STRESS?

Each of us responds in our own way to stress. Our physical and emotional responses can lead to the knowledge that we need to find a diversion.

Do you know your own responses to stress? Read the list below, and circle the responses that apply to you.

Physical Responses

1. Increased heart rate

2. Dryness of the throat and mouth

3. Tightness of the chest

4. Difficulty in breathing

5. Sweating

6. Trembling, nervous tics, or twitching

7. Pain in the neck or lower back

8. Migraine headaches

9. Indigestion or upset stomach

10. Insomnia

11. Nightmares

12. Loss of appetite

13. Excessive appetite

14. Constant fatigue

15. Accident proneness

16. Susceptibility to minor illnesses

17. Slumped posture

18. Staring into space

19. Easily startled by noises

20. Stuttering or other speech difficulties

21. Grinding of the teeth/set jaw

22. Moving about without reason

23. Inability to relax

24. Weakness or dizziness

25. Difficulty hearing

Emotional Responses1. General irritability

2. Depression

3. Impulsive behavior

4. Emotional instability

5. Angry outbursts

6. Feelings of worthlessness

7. Suspiciousness

8. Jealousy

9. General restlessness

10. Anxiety

11. Withdrawal

12. Lack of interest in anything

13. Diminished initiative

14. Overpowering urge to cry

15. Urge to run away or hide

16. Sobbing without tears

17. Reduced interaction with others

18. Tendency to blame others

19. Critical of self and others

20. Putting yourself down

21. Emotional tension (keyed up)

22. Lack of alertness

23. Feelings of unreality

24. High-pitched, nervous laughter

25. Intensified feelings of fear

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HOW DO YOU RESPOND TO STRESS, Pg.2

Intellectual Cues

1. Forgetfulness

2. Misplacing/losing items frequently

3. Preoccupied with thoughts

4. Simple mathematical errors

5. Simple grammatical errors

6. Errors in judging space (bumping into doors, desks, etc.)

7. Blocking (cannot remember name, telephone number, what you started to do, etc.)

8. Diminished fantasy life

9. Less interest in activities than usual

10. Inability to concentrate

Be thankful for the warning signs you circled, and make an agreement with yourself that something has to give. Identify what is stressing you, and begin to search options to resolve it.

Stress ranks as the number one problem of today’s workforce. Stress-related injury claims and illnesses continue to escalate among employees, and the cost of job stress in the United States is estimated to be approximately $200 billion annually. Costs of job stress include compensation claims, reduced productivity, absenteeism, added health insurance costs, and direct medical expenses for related diseases such as digestive problems, high blood pressure, and heart attacks.

It is vitally important for employees to learn, and to apply, effective methods of stress management.

11. Lack of attention to details

12. Past oriented rather than present or future oriented

13. Lack of awareness to external stimuli

14. Reduction in creativity

15. Diminished productivity

16. Excessive talking

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STRESS MANAGEMENT – Case Studies

Read the cases below and answer the questions.

Case #1: Dirk and Gabrielle work in a hospital billing department. Mrs. MacTeague, their supervisor, sets unrealistic goals for them each day. Dirk tries to do all the work assigned and gets fatigued, angry, and irritable. Gabrielle goofs off, talks with friends on the telephone, and takes extended breaks.

How can they handle this situation more effectively?

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Case #2: Lynn is always busy. She works two jobs and goes to college two nights a week. Lynn has little time for hobbies or socializing with friends. At her full-time job, co-workers are friendly, but very serious, overly conscientious, and do not like changes made to their routines. They do not take breaks, talk business over lunch, and take work home every night. Lynn has headaches, is always tired, thinks everything she does is useless, and is envious of people who have “interesting conversations.” She gets angry for silly reasons, complains about both jobs, and is sad because nothing seems to go right. She has also started taking time off from work just to sleep.

1. What are Lynn’s problems? What clues help you to know this?

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2. Describe how Lynn is coping with her situation.

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3. Using the exact words you would say, explain to Lynn what she might do to better alleviate stress and cope with her situation.

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MONEY MANAGEMENT

The following is your monthly check activity. Make an entry in the check register on page 3 for each transaction. Your beginning balance is $123.06.

1. You receive a paycheck from your summer job at Quick Car Wash for $527.50. You make a deposit on July 1.

2. On July 2, you have your car serviced and write check #501 to Carl’s Auto Service for $45.85.

3. You buy two CD’s on July 5 and write check #502 for $21.54 to Starmaker Music.

4. You buy your mother a birthday gift and write check #503 for $75.00 to the Curio Shop on July 7.

5. On July 10 you receive a refund check for $150.00 and deposit it in your checking account.

6. Your monthly home theatre payment of $66.00 to the Sound Lab is due on July 12, and you write check #504 for that amount.

7. A friend repays a loan of $30.00 in cash on July 15, and you deposit it in your checking account.

8. You need to get some cash for an evening out, so you use the ATM on July 15 to make a $50.00 withdrawal from your checking account.

9. You receive your cell phone bill from Verizon and write check #505 for $45.99 to pay it on July 16.

10. On July 18 you visit your dentist and write Dr. J. L. Baker check #506 for $220.00.

11. On July 20 you deposit $50.00 cash in your account from money you received for your birthday.

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Money Management Worksheet, continued

12. On July 21 you make your car insurance payment of $165.00 to Car Coverage Inc. with check #507.

13. On July 22 your neighbor gives you $20.00 in cash for running errands for him, and you deposit it in your checking account.

14. On July 25 you purchase groceries from Fine’s Market and write check #508 for $76.18.

15. On July 26 you receive another paycheck for $527.50 from your summer job at Quick Car Wash and deposit it in your account.

16. You purchase shoes on July 28 at Carl’s Shoe Store for $56.79 and write check #509.

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Check # Date TransactionPayment

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Della’s Monthly Budget

Directions: Review Della’s budget shown below and answer the following questions.

1. Which expenses shown on the budget must Della pay in full each month?

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2. Which expenses shown on the budget can Della adjust if necessary?

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3. Suppose Della has to buy a wedding gift for a cousin. List three expenses on her budget where she could most likely cut spending to afford the gift?

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4. Approximately what percentage of Della’s budget is set aside for savings? ______%

Della’s Monthly Budget

Total Income $1,812

ExpensesRent 600

Car Payment 115

Car Insurance 85

Health Insurance 76

Credit Card Payment 100

Electric 50

Telephone 49

Water 30

Food 300

Gas 42

5. If Della’s employer paid her health insurance and Della decided to put half of the monthly amount in savings and half in clothing, what percentage of the total budget would savings become, and what percentage would clothing become?

Savings ______% Clothing _______%

2nd packet preview: Job exploration and Job Survival

JOB SURVIVAL:PROFESSIONALISM

The work habits listed below exemplify a professional employee. Do you adhere to them?

Is punctual

Has excellent attendance

Keeps workplace clean and organized

Follows instructions carefully

Is a team player

Exhibits a positive attitude

Coaches co-workers

Takes initiative

Meets deadlines

Admits mistakes

Exercise RoutinesSource: https://www.accreditedschoolsonline.org/resources/student-workouts/

Routine 1: HIIT (High Intensity Training)Equipment needed: NoneSTEPS:

1. Choose an exercise such as sprinting, burpees, jumping jacks, etcetera.

2. Work with maximum effort and intensity for 20 seconds and take an active rest for 10 seconds. Continue this for 8 cycles (four minutes total).

Routine 2: Know Thyself Workout This is an aptly named workout because the key is in knowing your body cues and making this workout unique to you, resulting in increasing your enjoyment factor, willingness to “stick with it” and maximizing the physical benefits to your unique body. The key is know thyself, meaning ANY time during the workout and as MANY times as necessary, stop and take “active rest.” Then when you are ready, begin again exactly where you were in the beginning. This is a great workout to perform three days a week.Note: for the squat to press, lunges to row, and step up with curl, use the dumbbells starting with a weight that is easy and manageable for you.

Equipment needed: Dumbbells recommended, No dumbells, no problem! You can use your own weight balled fists ,food cans, or water balls to add resistance.

STEPS: You will go through the following 5 exercises, 15 repetitions each, until the 30 minutes has expired.

1. Set a timer for 30 minutes.2. Squats to Press: With your feet about hip width apart with your heels

firmly pressing in the ground and the dumbells in your hands by your sides, move into a squat keeping your knees behind your toes and moving down as if sitting in a chair. As you stand back up from the

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squat, raise the weight over your head with palms facing each other. That is one repetition.

3. Jumping Jacks: The standard exercise. Allow your arms full extension touching at the top above your head.

4. Lunges to Row: Standing with your feet together, with the dumbbells in your hands by your sides take a big step forward with your right leg and drop your back left knee straight down toward the ground. Your front knee should be in line with your ankle and forming a 90-degree angle. Lean slightly forward and pull the weights up, squeezing your shoulder blades together and bending your arms. That is one repetition.

5. Step Up With Curl: Use a step or a curb; be sure that it is stable and safe. Facing the step with weights in your hands and arms hanging by your side, step up with right foot in a purposeful movement with core and glutes engaged, followed by the left foot and perform a curl with the weights, bringing them up in front of you toward your shoulders with palms facing you. Return arms to your side as you stand back up.

Helpful hints to make this workout more unique to you: In addition to the rest periods, modify the weight of the dumbbell up or down (or you can get a great workout without weights). If you work without weights, still perform the same movement and really tense (“squeeze”) the muscles in the arms and shoulders as you perform the movement. If jumping is not a good fit for you, then do the jumping jacks by stepping out laterally to the left and right as you raise your arms, without jumping.

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