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Free To Speak And Free To Post?

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Learners research online and in books city statutes regarding posting signs on utility poles, interview appropriate officials about ordinances and how completely it is enforced, explore what has happened elsewhere when citizens decided...
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Student Travel in the Shadow of War

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Learners research and discuss pros and cons of study abroad during times of war, and document decisions and positions of local school administrators on topic. Students then write editorials voicing their opinions.
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Speaking Out Against War

For Teachers 9th - 12th
High schoolers discuss the affect the Iraq War has had on citizens taking advantage of their right to express themselves through non-violent protests and pledges of resistance. They research and discuss local community and school events...
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So where CAN I dump the snow?

For Teachers 9th - 11th
Students research the ordinance about dumping snow in their community. They interview city officials and the city web site. Students conduct research to find out what other cities like theirs have. They write an informative article about...
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Keeping safe from carbon monoxide

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students research tips on what to do to avoid problems or to recognize dangers if they exist. Find local gas companies and fire department officials who have background in this. Then plan an article telling your readers what they could...
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Earning a buck? and stretching it?

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students write a feature article and create a visual display explaining how teens can save or invest their money wisely. They research ways to earn interest in today's economy, even if you don't have much money. Students use Internet...
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Preparing for the Possibility of Terrorists

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Young scholars research the terrorist threat to the United States. They examine types of possible attacks and the best way to be prepared for each. Students disseminate information to the community. They publicize the school disaster plan.
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Costco and Zoning

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students research zoning laws in the community. They interview city planners to find out necessary steps for approval. Students collect information about facilities being proposed. They write an article on their findings.
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Campaign Signs and Pranksters

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students interview a selected candidate and find out his or her views on important issues and what he/she hopes to convey to voters. They write and design campaign flyers. Students create final mock-ups of the materials.
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The Candy Thief

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students research crimes and corresponding punishments of students. They interview local judges to see if they try to match the punishment with the crime. Students write an analysis article about crimes and their punishments in your...
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Cutting athletics = cutting scholarship chances

For Teachers 11th - 12th
Young scholars collect financial statements from the district and find out what, if anything,is cut from athletics. Students investigate how many hope to use athletic scholarships next fall. Young scholars interview students, their...
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Yellow Ribbons Show Support

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students research ribbon campaigns in the community. They interview students and community members who wear ribbons representing various campaigns. Students write a feature about these people and the campaigns.
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Proactive police guard outside school

For Teachers 11th - 12th
Students conduct research on issues and interests by generating ideas and questions and by posing problems and gather, evaluate and synthesize data from a variety of sources to communicate their discoveries in ways that suit their...
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Bullying in Schools: A Package of Stories

For Teachers 11th - 12th
Learners conduct research on issues and interests by generating ideas and questions and by posing problems and gather, evaluate and synthesize data from a variety of sources to communicate their discoveries in ways that suit their...
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Sharing Information: Schools, Police and FERPA

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Young scholars research Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), interview school officials to see how FERPA is interpreted in local schools, speak with community journalists to find out if they have ever had a hard time...
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Security Guards: Are They Needed?

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students discuss the need for some school districts in their area to hire security guards. Using the internet, they identify the severity of the problem in the other districts and discuss what else could be done to make schools safer....
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Protecting Your Identity - and Helping Others Protect Theirs

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students examine the growing problem of identity theft. Using the internet, they research how it occurs, how to avoid it and what to do if you have been affected. They discover how state governments are dealing with the issue and...
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Everyone Gets a Laptop

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students view a news segment on a local school district giving every student a laptop. After viewing, they interview the school principal and discusses what he expects the outcome to be. They interview parents and students in their own...
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Weapons in school: Protection or danger?

For Teachers 11th - Higher Ed
Students write an editorial (staff opinion) or commentary (writer's opinion) if they/he or she believe the school rules are either too strict or too lenient when addressing weapons possession. Students research past situations in their...
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Hair, Clothing Considered Disruptive

For Teachers 11th - 12th
Students investigate dress codes in their school and how they compare to what courts have ruled as well as interview school administrators, students, and teachers on their views of the dress code. Students then write a news feature about...
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Challenges of the new SAT

For Teachers 9th - 12th
High schoolers write a news feature about the changes of the SAT and how students can best cope with them. High schoolers respond to several questions addressing the new SAT. Students research about the changes in the test, and high...
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Safe and Sound: Rock Concert Dangers

For Teachers 11th - 12th
Students read attached articles and others they can find about dangers at rock concerts and also what bands, venue owners and others have done to increase safety. They conduct interviews and write a feature about concert safety in the...
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Cleveland may gamble on gambling

For Teachers 10th - Higher Ed
Students write a news feature or editorial discussing the debate of whether gambling should be legalized in Cleveland. Students research and debate about the issue. Students interview community members to hear views.
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AEDs Could Save Students' Lives

For Teachers 11th - 12th
Pupils investigate whether or not there is an automated electronic defibrillator at school and if the administration or athletic department has heard about the bill that allows them to apply for funds. Students conduct interviews,...

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