City Problems

You read about three, assumed the identity of an interest group, presented your case, discussed with others, and either tried to or did come to a decision. All within 45 minutes. Wow. I was VERY impressed by everyone's efforts today. BUT...I need MORE! Before we tackle the Minneapolis Public Schools problem (money, closings, moves, boundaries, etc.), I need you to reflect on what happened today...

SO, in the COMMENTS, an email, or simply printed copy, please tell me how it went today. What did you learn? What worked? What did not work? 150-200 Words. Enjoy your weekend...Oh, "due" Monday, but I'll take it Wednesday.

The Perfect Number is 5

I have 2 GREAT candidates who have volunteered to go on the Model UN excursion May 15th. It is an all-day event and you will be excused from classes. Problem is, I need 5 students. Some who had volunteered could not make it on that day or chickened out. It will require a little bit of research on one of 3 countries. So, here is the LAST chance/request. Let me know ASAP if you want in on this opportunity.

Make sure you complete your Penny Cities Map and come to class ready to solve urban problems on Thursday.

Also - if you have a FLASH DRIVE, bring it on Monday. I will let you copy the folder of picture files to be used on the exam in 2 weeks. The physical features/water test will be next week.

We are working on Chapter 5: Urban Sprawl in class Thurs/Fri. For HW (due Monday), I want you to identify and define 3 problems we are facing (or possibly will face) in Minneapolis. There will be an EC opportunity for you to explain YOUR solution to the problem - explained next week.

Is the Snow Living or Dead?

Any reviews yet for our movie? For Tuesday's class, simply watch the video about LA. Pay close attention to the people and places. Consider the Five Themes of Geography and how you can apply their use in the video. We'll have to figure out the Skype thing so I can give you directions from my staff development site...oh well. Maybe next year.

Wondering Why I Hope You Know Where Countries Are?