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 * T****oday's Objective**:
 * To learn the word of the week
 * To familiarize the advisees with a current event


 * Class Format:** Whole-Group


 * Time Allotment**: One 15-minute session

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 * Word of the Week: Rejuvenate**

1. to make young again; restore to youthful vigor, appearance, etc.://That vacation has certainly rejuvenated him.// 2. to restore to a former state; make fresh or new again://to rejuvenate an old sofa.// 3. to undergo rejuvenation; revive.char·ac·ter –noun [|and more at dictionary.com]
 * //–verb (used with object)//**
 * //–verb (used without object)//**


 * Current Event:** Discuss this week's current events, locally and from around the world.
 * Click ﻿**here**﻿ and allow students to read news article.
 * When finished, discuss:
 * **What** is happening?
 * **Who** is involved (countries, parties, people)?
 * **Where** is this taking place (part of the world)? //If you have Google Earth installed on your computer,// //you might use it. Start at Batesville.//
 * **Why** is this happening?
 * **How** does this affect me


 * Today's Suggested Activities**:
 * 1 minute
 * Define **Rejuvenation** and write or display definition on the board. Definition: (Use one of the above definitions.)
 * Remaining minutes
 * Read the following Quote: //"Of all the beautiful truths pertaining to the soul, none is more gladdening or fruitful than to know, you can regenerate and make yourself what you will."// - William James, American Philosopher.
 * Whole-Group Discussion: What does William James mean? Could it be that William James recognizes the power a person has over oneself?
 * Journalizing: Knowing that you have power over to rejuvenate your mental and physical self, **in your journal, list ways you can reach a more rejuvenated state.** (For example, get more rest, do not work one hour before bedtime, put away distractions from rest such as the cellphone.)
 * Discuss **Current Events**, locally and from around the world.
 * Homework: Clear your schedule one hour before bedtime and rejuvenate yourself by relaxing and unwinding from the day.


 * **Key Terms:** rejuvenate, regenerate, relaxation, rest, recover, renew

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