Tuesday, October 19, 2010

Speak Teen Issue Research- Mrs. Palmer

Students in this class have read the novel "Speak" in class. For this assignment, they will work on a research project/presentation about one of the following teen issues:


  • Signs and Symptoms of Teen Depression/How to Help
  • Bullying/Harrassment in school (Definition, Gelinas Code of Conduct, a positive message to increase awareness)
  • Teens and Parents: Ways to increase communication
  • Teen Safety: Online
  • Teen Saftey: Offline
  • Other topics that connect to novel in a relevant way

The project can be in the form of an oral presentation, pamphlet, video, Power-point, poster, skit (with screenplay), interview, or other. All projects must have MLA formated references with at least three reputable information sources listed.

Materials on online safety will be available in the school library.