Blog #11 And the Leader of the Pack is...

Good morning cadets. As we discussed in class last week, your task this week is to post the name of the Leader that you chose to read about that will inspire you. Once you post the Leader's name, remember that you must also post why you selected the individual. After that, post a link to a site, video, or article that gives information about the person that you chose. Remember that the very last thing that you must do is to post a positive reinforcement pertaining to another cadet's choice.  You will have until the 2nd week in January to complete your reading and turn in your book review so make sure you get started.  You must also show me your book before you go on Holiday Vacation which is only 2 weeks away so be smart and don't get behind the power curve. I look forward to reading your works and I hope that you truly learn something new about a person that will inspire you.

Blog #10 Leaders gotta lead so readers gotta read, followers should become better leaders.

Since we are reading about leadership and management, your task this week should be a relatively easy one. You must select a leader from the 20th or 21st Century that is a positive role model and read an autobiography or biography about that person. Below is a list of possible selections but they are not the only ones to choose from. You must select your person, then find a web-site about the individual and post the URL back to our blog and you must then explain why you chose that person. The last thing that you must do is to comment on at least one other cadet's work. Remember that leaders come in all shapes and sizes and also from all areas and walks of life, not just from the military or politics. Anyone that has had a profound positive effect on society as a whole is up for grabs. Don't forget that there are 4 parts to this assignment and the you must complete all 4 parts to get your full credit for this homework assignment. See the list that follows for ideas and remember that if you can't find your book right away, you must select a different leader as quickly as possible. Your book must also be at least 100 pages in length.

Blog #9 Thanksgiving and giving thanks, where thanks is due.

Good morning cadets. Your task this week is to post reasons why you are thankful during this time of year in advance of the Thanksgiving Holiday.  As usual, post a story or video that supports your point of view and lastly remember to post feedback on at least one of your peer's work.  I will start this off with my reasons for being thankful.

I am thankful for living in a country that guarantees I have Freedom of Speech. I am also thankful for my health, family, abilty to work, grand-kids, and mostly my loving wife whom has supported me through thick and thin.

Blog #8 Give us your tired, your poor, your huddled masses...but close the door on Syrians?

Good morning cadets. As we began to discuss in class last week, your task this week is to post your opinions, either pro or con on whether the United States should continue with bringing in Syrian Refugees after the wave of terrorist attacks around the world in the past two weeks.  You must listen/read the NPR news article to get a better understanding on how the Syrians will be allowed to come to the U.S. Once you have done this, post your personal opinion and use an article from a reliable source/video to support your believe. Good luck and remember to post positive feedback on at least one of your peer's work.  Good luck and make sure we keep this a friendly, spirited assignment.

NPR Syrian Refugee Vetting

Blog #7 The Constitution and the Bill of RIghts 6-10, which Amendment will you choose?

Your task this week is to find a story or news related article that is covered by the 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, or 10th Amendment.  You must explain the Amendment which is the 2nd part of the Bill of Rights and how it pertains to your story.  Once you have done this, remember at least one postiive comment on your peer's work.  I look forward to reading your stories/videos. Regards and good luck. I hope you can figure out which Amendment this violates.

Blog #6 Honoring our Veteran's on Veterans Day!

Good Morning Cadets. Your task this week is to find a thoughtful video on YouTube that is a tribute to Veterans and post the link to our website.  Remember to post your own personal thanks to Veterans for their sacrifices and explain why you chose your video.  Lastly you must comment on at least one of your peer's work/post.  Once you have done all three of these requirements you will be eligible for a possible 100 points for your work. Remember that you only get credit for your video if you post it before someone else does.  Here is my video and I look forward to watching yours. I chose this one because of the music and the great work that salutes all of our Veterans, including those that went into space. Yes, they were in the military too.  I hope you like this one.

Blog #5 We The People, the first 5 Amendments to the Constitution and the Election

Good morning and welcome to the study of our Constitution and our government. As we have discusssed already, the Preamble to the Constituion is an amazing start to what is the longest living document to govern a single country. Your task this week is to select one of the first 5 Amendments to the constitution and post why you think that it is important.  You must then find a reliable/confirmable News source story that is related to the Amendment of your choice and post the url/video while explaining how it is related to the Amendment of your selection. Lastly, you must post if you think this Amendment will be a factor in the upcoming election of 2016.  Once you have posted all three elements remember your positive comments/critiques relating to at least one of your peer's work. You can post to more that one so don't be shy, remember to help your peer's confidence. Good luck and I look forward to seeing your work.

Blog #4 Republican Presidential Debate this week.

Cadets, this is a little extra work for this week to make sure that you keep up with the Presidential Race that is starting to heat up on both sides.  This Wednesday evening is the 3rd Republican Debate and as there will be less candidates, hopefully they will get into more in depth answers to the questions that they are asked. Watch the debate on CNN and post which candidate you think won overall. Support your opinion with at least 2 facts that support their debate information and comment on at least one of your peer's opinions as well. I realize that most of you are not Republicans but remember, to win a war against your adversary you must know your opponent very well. Good luck and I look forward to seeing your results.

Remember to do your Key Terms from page 168 in your Text Book as well on Citizen Action Groups. This is due on Thursday, the 29th of October, the day of the Halloween Howl Dance for JROTC.

LET2 Text Book JROTC Part1          LET2 Text Book JROTC Part2

Blog #3 Citizen Action Groups and your community

Good day cadets. Since we are studying about Citizen Action Groups, your task this week is to work with your students and come up with an idea that will improve the Class, School, or Community. Remember that when you come up with a problem, you always try to bring a solution to the problem to your leaders. Search for internet/magazines articles that are related to your issue and post their link to our site.  Once you posted your results: ideas, solutions and video or article, remember to post a positive comment on at least one of your peer's work. Good luck and I look forward to seeing your work this week.
Listed below is the LEAD Game PDF File that you can download to study of you are a member of the Knowledge Bowl Team. Good luck and have fun.


LEAD GAME PDF File 2003

Blog #2 The Whole Truth and Nothing but the Truth?

The first Democratic Debate has been held and there was a lot of talk from both Hillary Clinton and Bernie Sanders about Gun Control and how the Gun Companies should be held accountable for injuries to the victims and their families that are caused by their guns. The statement was made that "Gun Companies" are the only industry that is not accountable for their misuse of the items that they produce.  Read the following "Fact Check" from NPR and see if this is true. Post your own point of view and see what can be done to assist and help move our country to a better way of gun management.  Post your link/url/article to our site and comment on your peer's work along with your own opinion and you will have completed your work for this week..

NPR Article Link