Reality TV

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Are you a fan of reality television? If so, what is your favorite reality television show and why? If not, what do you watch instead? Why do you think reality television has been so successful in recent years? Do you think its success will continue or do you think that viewers will tire of reality television?

Inspiring or Inappropriate?

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"Coach forces bus into bizarre cemetery stop after loss"

What did you think of the coach's decision? Do you agree with his method of encouraging his players to bring their season back to life? Would the coach's "speech" have inspired you or freaked you out? Should the coach be punished? Why or why not, and if so, how? If you are an athlete, has a coach ever used a certain method or given a specific speech that you will always remember? If so, tell us about it.

Bad Medicine?

The case against Dr. Conrad Murray began yesterday with the photo to the left and a chilling audio.













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Describe your reaction to the video. Do you think the doctor is guilty of involuntary manslaughter and Michael Jackson's death? Why or why not?

Top 10 College Admission Myths

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http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/answer-sheet/post/top-10-myths-of-college-admissions/2011/09/22/gIQAEn8XoK_blog.html

What did you think of the article? What myth surprised you most, if any? Do you plan on going to college? If so, where? What is the main piece of advice you will take away from this article?

NFL Impostor!

Describe your reaction to this video. What should Stephen Pittman's punishment be? Have you ever been scammed? If so, tell us about it. Monday Night Football is tonight on ESPN, and it's Cowboys vs Redskins! Will you watch? If so, who are you pulling for???

Life is Risk

Which person's story surprised you most? Explain what you think the statement, "if you've never failed, you've never lived" means. Has there been a time when a failure in one area of your life paved the way for success? Why do you think we must fail in order to succeed?

Gamers Solve Aids Puzzle

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Describe your reaction to the video. Were you surprised that gamers were able to solve a molecular puzzle that baffled scientists? Why or why not? Would you consider yourself a gamer? Do you consider video games a waste of time?

World's End

How will the Earth come to an end? According to Mayan legend, doomsday is December 21, 2012. On the Discovery's Channel's 'Curiosity,' scientists explore five events that most likely will wipe us out. Follow the link below to watch today's blog video.

http://www.bing.com/videos/watch/video/worlds-end/p5cbkql

Describe your reaction to this video. Do you think doomsday is close? Why or why not? Out of the 5 possible catastrophic events presented in the video, which do you think would be the most likely to wipe out the Earth? Why?

Chaz Bono

Chaz Bono underwent gender reassignment surgery and legally changed his gender from female to male in 2010. He was born a female named Chastity to Cher and Sonny Bono. Chaz Bono is a contestant on this season's "Dancing with the Stars." OneMillionMoms.com has called for a boycott of the show calling his casting, "completely unacceptable and Christians should not watch the show, no excuses!" Watch Chaz's mother, Cher's, response to all the negative publicity.



The first episode of this season's "Dancing With the Stars" aired last night on ABC. Did you watch it? Do you think the show should be boycotted because Chaz Bono is a contestant? Explain your opinion on Chaz's gender reassignment surgery.

Got Service?

What did you think of the video. Did you learn anything from the video? Do you think the students at WHS treat people with "service" in mind, or do you think the students are more self-centered? If you were being truly honest with yourself, do you treat others with "service" in mind?

Facing our GIANTS

What makes this clip from the movie "Facing the Giants" motivational for you? Describe a time when someone pushed you to achieve more than you thought possible. What goals have you set for yourself this year? In your opinion, what factors determine whether or not people achieve the goals they set for themselves?

I'm Glad You're Here!