News for Students and Teacher Resources
7–12 Grade Level
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by Melissa Monzyk, English teacher, Ritenour High School, St. Louis, Missouri I love teaching at Ritenour High School, a public school with about 1,700…read more
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One thing all students agreed on: change is possible and action must be taken. Continue reading
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In this NewsHour lesson plan, students will learn about efforts underway to fix problems with the nation’s criminal justice system, including taking a closer look at what to do about teenagers who commit minor crimes. Continue reading
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In this lesson plan, students will learn why one-third of the Marshall Islands’ population has moved to the U.S. mainland. Continue reading
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There are a variety of mini-lessons and activities contained in this PBS NewsHour lesson on suicide prevention and awareness. You may wish to invite your school counselor to your class, and let your administrator know you are teaching about suicide. Continue reading
