Fast Food in our Cafeteria DUE Wed. 2-27-08

Some students compare the choice of food in our cafeteria to that of public schools. Some public schools allow students to go off campus for lunch, to go to fast food restaurants (McDonald's, Burger King, etc.) during lunch time. There are several questions to think about and answer: Do you think that SSSD students should be allowed to go off campus during lunch? Do you think our cafeteria should serve fast food from McDonald's or Burger King? Think about the consequences to health when you eat a diet heavy in fats and calories (heart disease, diabetes, high cholesterol, etc.). What habits can this lead to when teen get older?

The most frightening moment (for 2-25) Due 2-26-08

Describe the most frightening moment in your life. Give details such as where, when, why, and how it happened!

The Craziest Thing! DUE Wed., Feb. 20, 2008

What is the craziest thing you have ever done in your life? Describe this, telling where, when, how, and why it happened!

Enrollment at SSSD DUE Mon., Feb. 18, 2008

School is closed on Monday, February 18th, but you still must finish this blog, please.

Share some of your creative ideas on how to increase the enrollment (number of students) at SSSD. There are many mainstreamed deaf students who could benefit from the education at SSSD. Also discuss the POSITIVE qualities of SSSD.

Gay Marriage DUE Wed., Feb. 13, 2008

There is a lot of controversy surrounding gay marriage. Some people support this, some do not. Do you think that gays and lesbians should have the right to marry? Why or why not?

Pepsi Superbowl Commercial DUE Mon., Feb. 11, 2008

Pepsi created a commercial for the Superbowl (Sunday, Feb. 3, 2008). This commercial, called, "Bob's House", was based on an old joke known by deaf people. Watch the commercial at: http://au.youtube.com:80/watch?v=ffrq6cUoE5A . What is your opinion of the commercial? Did you like it? Were you happy that deaf culture has gotten exposure on t.v.? Also, discuss this - the Alexander Graham Bell Association (supports oralism), sent a letter of complaint to Pepsi, saying that the commercial gives the false assumption that all deaf people use ASL. What is your opinion of this? Give your opinion of other's comments, too.

One month to live DUE Wed., Feb. 6, 2008

Suppose you were told that you had only one month to live. That would be shocking news but then your mind starts to think about all of things you would like to do before your end has come. Explain what you would do in that month and why. Use details! Give your opinions on what the others have said.