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We have been studying politics and the interactions of the two primary political parties in our government all year.  Now it’s time to dig deeper into the parties and see where we stand as individuals.  To do this, you will follow the links below and learn about the parties and, hopefully, begin to build an understanding of which party best reflects your political viewpoint.  You will need to be sure that you understand their platforms, as well as what you believe to be important to you now and in your future.  Make sure to follow all links.  You will be asked to support your opinions.  It is always best if you are able to support your views with facts.

http://www.republicanteens.org/

http://www.yda.org/

http://www.factcheck.org/

http://www.whitehouse.gov/about/white-house-101/ (this one doesn’t have much to do with the project but it’s pretty cool.)

http://www.ala.org/gwstemplate.cfm?section=greatwebsites&template=/cfapps/gws/displaysection.cfm&sec=37

http://onemansblog.com/2008/03/25/independant-comparison-of-democratic-vs-republican-platforms/ (this is a blog so remember to check your facts.)

http://www.diffen.com/difference/Democrat_vs_Republican

http://www.lindaherren.net/Herren%20COMPARISON%20OF%20PARTY%20PLATFORMS.pdf

I hope these links help you discover the inner voter in you.

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Hi again. We are wrapping up the school year and preparing for the SOL Testing. Wooohoooo! You have practiced on the ePat tests at school and now you can practice at home through our blog. I have added some links that you can browse on the left hand sidebar. Please use them to help you prepare for the testing. There are practice tests and review games available both through this blog and the portaportal. The link to the portaportal is also on the left hand sidebar. Also on the left hand sidebar you will find the SOL schedule for 7th and 8th grade. Have fun!!!!!

We will be writing biographies for Black History Month using the following proceedure.

1. Choose an important African American from history. Make sure your choice contributed something important to society or civil rights.

2. Make your dictionary on CoWriter.

3. Use the graphic organizer given to you by me to organize your paragraphs.

4. Important paragraph topics would be:
A. Why you chose this person. Generally,what was important about what he/she did.
B. Date of birth, place of birth, family information, childhood information and education.
C. Beginnings of career. Important factors in the building of his/her career. You can include barriers as well as assistance he/she encountered.
D. What was the climax of the person’s career or contribution? What are they known for? How does this effect society?
E. If the person is no longer alive, how is he/she remembered? If the person is still alive, what is the opinion of society of this person at this time? Reinforce why you chose this person by stating what this person means to you.

OK! I finally figured out how to update this blog. Click on the avatar viewer below to get instructions for today’s assignment. After listening to the avatar, write a response by clicking on “comment”. Please make sure to use COMPLETE sentences and paragraph form. No lists please.

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