We began the year with a focus on Changemakers. We discussed the characteristics that make a changemaker, what they do and the impact that they have in our communities. Our goal during these last few weeks was not only to teach students about changemakers, but to encourage them to become changemakers in their own communities and the world.

We were lucky enough to be joined by local changemakers; we heard their stories and asked our questions. We had conversations on hard topics, like Black Lives Matter and the impact of others’ actions. We talked about making change on a local, national and world wide level. This led us to talk about the election and about real propositions that were on the ballots this year, which they were able to vote on in class. (Students enthusiastically discussed whether 17 years old should be able to vote in primaries.)

Students were encouraged to think about problems or concerns they have noticed around them and to think about ways that they could be solved or improved. Five groups came out of their thinking; Human Rights/LGTBQIA+, Animals, Anti-racism, Homelessness and Food Insecurity.

Below you will find proposals for these changemaking projects. The students will be working on these projects through the end of December. Please be on the lookout for more information regarding these projects and how you can help support these young changemakers.

Join our virtual Project Night on Thursday, November 19th from 5-6 pm here:

Zoom Link

A few books that inspired us...

Project Proposals