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9:30-9:40   Learning Logs/Review and Preview of Day’s Activities

Presented by Grace Ebron

Participants will hear excerpts from the learning logs, and will preview the agenda for the day.

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9:40-10:25     Counseling Fundamentals: Classroom Structure & Core Curriculum & Methods

Presented by David Ramirez • Puente Counselor, Southwestern College

Personal Development Class focus. Instructors will discuss various elements of how the Puente class differs from classes, such as the use of familias and mentoring.

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10:25-10:30 Break

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10:30-11:00     Writing​: ​Art as a Portal to Critical Thinking

Presented by Paula Silva

Participants will draw from visual art to generate writing that can be used as a springboard for complex discussion, reading and writing tasks.

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11:00-11:15 Break

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11:15-12:00    Beyond Being Open to All Students

Presented by Larissa Gomez 

Participants will engage in reflection about the complex range of student identities in our Puente programs and learn tools for prioritizing visibility and validation for typically marginalized students.

 

12:00-12:15 Break

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12:15-1:00      Platicas: Debriefing the Day with Puente Colleagues 

Presented by Paula Silva, Cathy Martinez, Larissa Gomez, Grace Ebron

English and counseling instructors will share curriculum ideas. Participants will have an opportunity to design a lesson or unit.

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Assignment: Reflective Journals

Presented by Grace Ebron

Participants will experience how writing can be used to consolidate ideas, capture reflections, and acknowledge questions.

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