Students will understand and demonstrate their knowledge of the enormous impact that one woman writer had on the world and our environment by reading Part I of Rachel Carson's Silent Spring and Al Gore's 1994 introduction to the latest printing of the book.

To help students understand topics related to grantmaking and philanthropy through the experiences and perspectives of members of local philanthropic organizations.

Students examine their preconceptions about homelessness and build understanding of homelessness.

Students will prepare to interview a business professional through role-playing.

Students will become aware of women and minority figures who have made a difference in a civil society.

Students cite examples of respect/disrespect from the historical biography of Cynthia Ann Parker.

In this lesson, students brainstorm examples of honesty and communicate its value and benefits to the community, family, friends, and self.

The students will read and discuss several profiles of people who demonstrated self-discipline to reach goals. They determine the characteristics of people who exercise self-discipline to achieve success....