IntroductIon lesson 1: welcome to launch outcome: Students articulate ground rules for the class. OBJECTIVES * explain why effective teams need Ground Rules . * explain the purpose and goal of the class . * Outline the major outcomes of the class . * Come to agreement on the Ground Rules for the class . * Reflect on hopes and fears for high school . ASSESSMENT * Class Purpose, Goals, and Ground Rules * 9th Grade KWL Chart * Reflection MATERIALS NEEDED * student handouts located at the end of the lesson . * Chart paper and markers PREPARATION * Arrange chairs in a circle . * Prepare a chart labeled "Ground Rules for __________" for use in the Whole Group Discussion . Fill in the blank with the name of this class, such as "ms . Jones's Class," or "Advisory ." * If you are planning to implement this curriculum for much of the school year, designate a file drawer or box in your room to keep students' reflections . There is a final lesson that asks students to review all reflections . lesson outline 1. Motivation types of teams (5-10 minutes) 2. Direct Instruction what is launch? (5-10 minutes) 3. Collaborative Activity 9th grade roadmap (10 minutes) 4. Whole Group Discussion class ground rules (10-20 minutes) 5. Independent Practice reflection (10-15 minutes) 6. Summary looking forward (5 minutes) LessOn 1: WeLCOme TO LAUnCH 3