Common Core State Standard L.CCS.1/2/3/4 Grades 6-12: Video of a current news event is presented for discussion to encourage student participation, but also inspire the use of evidence to support logical claims using the main ideas of the video. Students must analyze background information provided about a current event, draw out the main ideas and key details, and review different opinions on the issue. Then, students should present their own claims using facts and analysis for support.
05/09/2016
This Wisconsin Town Is Putting A Price On Bullies
Shawano, Wisconsin, has passed a new ordinance giving police the right to fine the parents of bullies. The ordinance prohibits all forms of harassment — including cyberbullying — inside city limits and applies to anyone under the age of 18. Parents of kids identified as bullies would have about three to correct the problems before being fined for their child's behavior.
■Class discussion: Do you think fining parents could stop bullying? Why or why not? Have you ever bullied anyone? Why or why not? Have you ever been bullied? If so, did you tell anyone about it? What does your school or community do about bullying? What works to stop bullies? What doesn't work?