A speech to watch

Frederick Douglass refers to a progressive speech that couldn't be ignored.  The link here will bring you a video of a girl giving a presentation to an arm of the United Nations.  It's about a different topic and, obviously, of a different time period, but the point here is the courage and vision she / they embody when speaking up on behalf of silenced pieces of our world. 

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

This looks to be a really interesting collection, and therefore a great excuse to go to the Met over break.  It does cost a bit, so if you want to do learn about the topic without necessarily going to the museum, let me know (email), and we'll see what we can come up with.

Extra Credit - Redifining Beauty

Where is the connection between marketing, modern social expectations and the definitions of beauty, look here and here to find out how people are looking at it and actively participating.

Extra Credit - Being Progressive

In the past, I've had you think about the "now what" aspect of school work, which is the idea that I hope the reading, writing, and thinking we do in class can be used to in your life beyond Fox Lane. It also means that there are examples of people who are using the type of thinking we're doing to change their lives and the lives of others. Here are links to a few places that are doing just that:

High-school girl thinking progressively, and people helping girls live the lives they choose.

Extra Credit - Poetry Pairings

Do you like winter? Consider connecting this poem by Billy Collins and article from the NY Times. Click the link here and enjoy.

Extra Credit - Song Lyrics

Ani DiFranco's "Not a Pretty Girl" If you don't know of her work, both her music and her lyrics are phenomenal. If you really like it, I can burn a CD for you. Enjoy.

Extra Credit - Climate Talks May Have Issues

Who is going to be able to take charge of a more stable climate for the future?

Extra Credit

Want some extra credit? I can't see these assignments fully overhauling your grades, but they'll help. Go ahead, read this article and comment on it. It's a great way to practice writing persuasively to support your beliefs.

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