Volunteer Assignments
this week
Thank you
Say 'thank you' to an activist you admire
Project description: Research someone who is still living who influenced an impactful historic, environmental, or social change that you may know or have studied. This should be someone you admire for their bravery and commitment. Your letter should be formal, yet a heartfelt letter. This lesson in gratitude and in honoring the changemakers before us is one often overlooked when we think of social justice. Present to the instructor for review and your project will be published on our social media and website.
No profanity, no promotion of discriminatory or hate actions or language.
Media Option: letter
Meeting: Tues, 3:30pm video
Wed, 3:30pm design, Thurs, 4:30pm video (meetings are required)
Deadline: March 18
SSL Hours for this project: 6 hours
Age: Middle and high school students
Full project requirements: refer to teacher's instructions
Pay teacher's competitive salaries
Project description: Teachers are arguably the most important members of our society. They give children purpose, set them up for success as citizens of our world, and inspire in them a drive to do well and succeed in life. Research and explain why teachers should be paid more and interview one of your favorite teachers. Click here for interview question examples.
No profanity, no promotion of discriminatory or hate actions or language. Present to the instructor for review and your project will be published on our social media and website.
No profanity, no promotion of discriminatory or hate actions or language.
Media Option: video or graphic design project
Meeting: Tues, 3:30pm video
Wed, 3:30pm design, Thurs, 4:30pm video (meetings are required)
Deadline: March 18
SSL Hours for this project: 6 hours
Age: Middle and high school students
Full project requirements: refer to teacher's instructions
Dangers of Vaping, Smoking, and Opioids
Video or graphic design, letter, social media campaign
Deadline: March 4
Meetings: Tues, 3:30pm video
Wed, 3:30pm design, Thurs, 4:30pm video (meetings are required)
SSL Hours for this project: 6 hours
Full project requirements: refer to teacher's instructions
Create an Infographic
Project description: Research and pick 2 different topics of your choice from the list provided on your syllabus to create an infographic.
An infographic is a collection of imagery, charts, and minimal text that gives an easy-to-understand overview of a topic. Research must be sourced from credible sources and included in the graph.
No profanity, no promotion of discriminatory or hate actions or language.
Media Option: graphic design of infographic
Meeting: Wednesdays at 3:30pm (required)
Deadline: March 4
SSL Hours for this project: 6 hours
Age: Middle and high school students
Full project requirements: refer to teacher's instructions