Journal Question #5

On November 8th, Americans will decide who will be the next president after Barack Obama.  It is therefore a good time to talk about leadership.  What makes a good leader?  What does the leader of a country tell the world about that country's values and goals?  If you want, give an example of someone you consider to be a great leader; explain why you think he or she is (or was) an excellent leader and representative of his or her country.

Journal Question #4

What's more important, getting good grades or having friends?  Or put it another way: should a student focus more on academics, test scores, and getting into a good university, or empathy, kindness, and community service?  Let me know your opinion.

Journal Question #3

The Homecoming Dance is this Saturday, October 8th, so it's a good time to ask about school dances.  First, are there school dances in your county?  Did you go to one at your former school?  Are you planning on going to the Homecoming Dance?  Why or why not?  One last question: Do you think school dances are a good idea: is it important for schools to host dances?  Let me know your opinion of school dances.