Reading can introduce you to new adventures, people, and places you wouldn’t ordinarily encounter. In this class we will go through some classic short stories and give students the opportunity to write their own collaborative stories. Being creative and having fun with writing is a great way to share your thoughts and build your own adventure!

Our country has encountered a lot of recent policy reform concerning refugees. News outlets and various organizations have various points of view on the issues surrounding refugees; the focus of this class will be to help students understand the process by which refugees enter the United States. We will briefly discuss conflict profiles for several of the nations with the largest refugee migration patterns.

The history of the Supreme Court is complex and full of moments which have influenced history. The ability of the court to influence policy through judicial review has determined the outcome of elections, the implementation of legislation, and the way our government is run. This class will teach about how the Supreme Court works in terms of the process that cases go through and how justices get appointed. Students will participate in a mock trial representing both sides of a case and acting as the justices.

Poetry comes in all different forms. Students will look at different types of poetry from spoken word, to haiku, to free form. Using examples for formatting or for inspiration, students will choose what kinds of poetry they would like try and practice writing with the guidance of other students and the teacher.