Schoolyard Rejects

Remember when teams were picked for games? You always dreaded being the "last pick" for fear of not really being wanted at all. So, to prevent such a scenario, I assigned the 2-person UN teams. You can see them posted outside my room, or even by Rees' door. If you demand a change or whine without a VALID reason I will automatically deduct your project grade 10% off the top. Part of this process is learning how to cooperate. Deal with it.

In class today, I briefly went over many things and showed you some world map quizzes online. I was hoping the speaker would show up - but that did not happen. I have the Information Packets ready for you to fill out with your research and have decided that each pair will be responsible for not only a position/policy paper, but a poster as well. That way you are EACH primarily responsible for at least one thing. You'll get the packet tomorrow or Friday. I'll get you some computer (or iPod???) time early next week. Then expect 1 day each week to work together on your essay/poster. Otherwise, consider this an at-home thing.

We'll explore the UN and I think a brief introduction to Foreign Policy is in order - perhaps Friday. You hopefully remember "National Interest" as a term since it will be very important in the coming weeks. I am going to try and get some rest so I can kick this dumb cold out (I still blame one of you). Be nice to your sleeping dog, give weightlifters their space, and treasure our musical heritage by not butchering it on national TV. Adios...

Oh - just saw the preview clip for tonight's South Park. They spoof the YouTube clip below. I love the sketch, the woman in her car, and the guy who wants the gold.