We all watched the movie "Pay it Forward" yesterday. What did you think of the movie? Was Trevor a hero? What do you think of the movement "pay it forward"? Are you willing to "pay it forward"? Do you think its a good idea?

The OAT tests are fast approaching!! What will you do the week of testing to assure the best possible scores? What will you do during the test to help you score the most points? What will you do the week of testing to help prepare for the tests?

You worked hard this week on the class wiki page. What did you learn about global warming? What can you do to make a difference?

Our planet is in peril! Our climate is warming due to the greenhouse effect. What do you know about global warming? What are the effects of global warming? What are you doing to help our planet?

On Thursday, you will be visiting the career fair from Parma Hospital. At the career fair, you will be getting information on health careers.
Think about your future. What type of career are you interested in? What kind of training will you need for your future job? How many years and what type of education will you need?

By now, you have all registered for high school for next year. You have had to think about what you are going to do in the future. How well prepared are you for high school? Do you think there will be a big adjustment to high school? Why or why not? How will high school be different from middle school?

We have been working on the Ben Franklin WebQuest this week and discovering lots of things about this great American. What have you learned about Ben Franklin? Is he still a good role model today? Did he work for the "greater good"? How did he help America?

There is a lot violence in the world today. There are even acts of violence in schools. Students can be singled out and picked on. How do you feel about that? Do you feel safe in school? Do you feel safe in your community?

This is the time of year when we have lots of celebrating going on. We just celebrated Thanksgiving and we are now looking forward to Christmas. Tell me what is your favorite holiday and why. Explain what you do during your favorite holiday and why you like it.

World War I ended on November 11, 1918. Three years later an unknown soldier from that war was buried at Arlington National Cemetery on November 11 and that is how November 11 became the date when Americans honor all who have served the United States in war.
On November 12, we will observe Veteran's Day at Shiloh. What does Veteran's Day mean to you? Do you have family members who have served or are now serving in the armed forces? Why do you think we should observe Veteran's Day?