Ms. Argus and Mr. Kall's (Ms. Nguyen's) Participation in Government class

Each group needs to research a contemporary social issue, create a powerpoint presentation and present for the class.
Pertinent information- background/facts about the issue, solutions, controversy, problems, and other interesting facts.
Your powerpoint must include proper citation and a bibliography at the end.
Useful sites-
Opposing Viewpoints
Global Issues in Context
Gale Power Search
Student Research Center
New York State Newspapers

Visit Ms. Argus' PIG wiki for more information
See Ms. Argus, Ms. Nguyen or Ms. Gridley with questions or for help.

Book Reviews

Ms. Zimmerman's students- please share book reviews here!

Student Email Training

Three classes down, a lot more to go! Please visit the SCSD High School Librarians' blog to view our email tutorial
or come see me with questions! -Mrs. Gridley

Student Email

SCSD high school students are receiving email accounts! YAY! Teachers can contact me about setting up training for classes. :) -Mrs. Gridley

My Sister's Keeper

I started My Sister's Keeper this weekend and I'm loving it. But I'm trying to figure out how a baby with leukemia can make it 14 years. That is surprising. I guess I need to research the disease a little more in order to fully understand.