A high school lesson focused on developing empathy and critical thinking through respectful dialogue about social issues, identity, and community impact. Uses the 'Lens' metaphor to explore different viewpoints.
A comprehensive exploration of the Cold War's global impact, focusing on proxy wars in Korea and Vietnam, the division of Europe and the Berlin Wall, and the Cuban Missile Crisis. Students will analyze how the superpower rivalry reshaped the 20th-century world.
A project-based lesson where students act as political analysts to evaluate the modern-day relevance of George Washington's 1796 warnings using current news media and political events.
A comprehensive lesson for high school student leaders on the art of delegation, focusing on building trust, matching strengths, and clear communication.
A comprehensive two-week final project for high school students to investigate and propose solutions for a major global issue from one of five core units: News Literacy, Immigration, Climate Change, Global Conflict, or Human Rights.
A 45-minute deep dive into George Washington's Farewell Address, focusing on his prophetic warnings regarding the dangers of political factions and their impact on national unity.
A lesson focused on identifying misinformation and disinformation through short case studies, culminating in a CER (Claim, Evidence, Reasoning) paragraph about spotting digital red flags.
A comprehensive exploration of the European colonization of Africa, featuring diverse primary sources that highlight both imperialist motivations and African resistance. Students will analyze the human, economic, and political impacts of the 'Scramble for Africa'.
A high-school level exploration of how the 14th Amendment's scope was expanded through legislative acts like the ADA and IDEA, and judicial rulings like Obergefell v. Hodges. Students analyze the roles of different government branches in securing civil rights.
A 50-minute small group SEL lesson for high schoolers focused on navigating summer break with a focus on mental health, safety, and a healthy balance of productivity and rest.
A 50-minute SEL lesson for high schoolers focused on finishing the school year with resilience, organization, and wellness. Students will create a tactical plan for their remaining academics while prioritizing mental health and reflection.