091422: Hero Project 22-23

BACKGROUND
In order for students to make a connection to heroism in their own life, we are asking that they interview someone they consider a hero. Some examples of everyday heroes are: service men/women, police officers, firefighters, doctors, nurses, EMTs, teachers, cancer survivors, youth group leaders, etc.

The assignment goal is to help students understand that heroes are everyday people who face extraordinary challenges and overcome them. This assignment will culminate in the creation of a single-slide (Google Slides) that will be added to our 9th Grade project. The slides will be shared with the school electronically for review at the end of the project.

Each of us has someone we consider a hero in our lives. This person possesses heroic qualities, overcomes great trials, and inspires others to face challenges as well. Before the interview, ask your hero if they would be willing to be interviewed by you. Tell them the interview should take about 10-20 minutes of their time. You can share the interview questions with your hero before the interview so they are prepared, or you can wait until the interview to ask the questions, whichever way feels more appropriate for you.

OBJECTIVE(S)

(❗️) Participate in the "What is a Hero?" Class Discussion.

Today we will discuss what you think it means to be a HERO! Please stay engaged in the conversation. At the end of the lesson, you will be tasked with starting your part of the 2022-2023 Hero Project. You will ultimately create a Single Slide Presentation (Google Slide) for inclusion in the Hero Project.

GMAIL REFLECTION:

Open up your Gmail Account on your Chromebook or device, Click COMPOSE and create a Gmail to Mr. S (harvey.scribner@techfreire.org) with at least 2-3 sentences about what you think a HERO is, and why.  Make sure you write complete sentences and explain your answer as if you were persuading someone to agree with you.

GMAIL REFLECTION EXAMPLE

To: harvey.scribner@techfreire.org

Subject: What Is A Hero?
Body of Gmail:  Type 2-3 Sentences about the topic listed above.

R.A.C.E.S. Method R - Repeat the Question, A - Answer the Question,
C - Cite Evidence, E - Examples / Explanation, S - Summarize your Thoughts

HERO PROJECT INTRODUCTION
Please interview someone you consider a HERO:  You must find a relative, family friend, or community leader and interview them. Use the Digital Worksheet listed below to help you come up with questions. You can interview a veteran, someone serving in the armed forces, a first responder, a community leader, or someone that is a hero to you for another reason.

STEP 1: Interview A Hero - Find out when and where they served their country or community. Find out why they wanted to serve, and what job(s) they did while they were serving. Make sure to think about what the term "service" means to you (after your interview).

STEP 2: Create a Single-Slide Presentation to be added to our class project for the year, and SHARE it with Mr. S for credit.

Make sure to include how long the person has been working in their field, why they started, what was the hardest and easiest part of their service, and what they feel about others serving. Try to include a picture of the person if possible. Please SHARE this interview with me so I can add them to the overall project. Make sure you end your slide with how you feel about selfless service, and how your view might have changed in light of the interview you conducted. Why is it important to serve your country/community in any capacity?

REFERENCE LINKS
Google Document: (❗️) "Hero Project Primer" Worksheet

Youtube Video: "What Makes A Hero (Literature)?" by Matthew Winkler

Youtube Video: "What is a Hero?" by Join the Conversation

Google Document: (❗️) "Hero Project Helper" Worksheet

Google Slides from Class: Hero Project

THE KEY TO THIS ASSIGNMENT IS TO INTERVIEW SOMEONE AND COME AWAY WITH THE CONNECTION BETWEEN A WILLFULLY SELFLESS ACT AND THE IMPACT THAT ACT HAS ON OTHERS! MAKE SURE YOU MAKE THAT CONNECTION WITH YOUR SLIDE PRESENTATION. IF YOU ABSOLUTELY CAN NOT FIND SOMEONE YOU OR YOUR FAMILY KNOWS, THAT HAS SERVED IN THE MILITARY, YOU MAY INTERVIEW SOMEONE WHO IS A LEADER IN YOUR COMMUNITY AND SERVES YOUR REGION, COUNTY, OR AREA IN SOME SUBSTANTIAL WAY. YOU MUST GET PRIOR APPROVAL TO INTERVIEW A NON-VETERAN FROM MR. S!

ACADEMIC/LEARNING OBJECTIVE
Today students will use time in class to reflect on how they might be able to serve their community or country someday. Students will be assigned a Journal Entry to write about what they think the meaning of "selfless service" is. Students will create documents and upload files appropriately for credit. Students are required to finish a homework interview outside of class before the end of the 1st Marking Period.

CURRICULUM STANDARDS (PA SAS)
CE&W 13.3.11.11A Evaluate personal attitudes and work habits that support career retention and advancement.

15.3.12.D: Evaluate business materials (including web-based resources) for value related to purpose, quality, and appropriateness. Understands that interactions among learning, inheritance and physical development affect human behavior. Understands that differences in the behavior of individuals arise from the interaction of heredity and experience.

ESSENTIAL QUESTIONS
EQ: How can I take a snapshot of the way I process information, react to situations, and identify strengths and areas of improvement to be more successful at leadership, teamwork, and how I function in a community, classroom, or career environment.

MATERIALS
Computer, Internet Access, Google Drive & Applications

STUDENTS WILL ENTER THE CLASS QUIETLY AND BEGIN WORKING!

Students will review ALL of the directions prior to starting the project! Students will begin by completing the Daily Check-In Survey.