cheater, cheater, pumpkin eater

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Is cheating a big deal? Does the type of assignment (SOL, project, research paper, test, classwork, homework) determine whether or not cheating matters to you? Have you ever cheated on any type of assignment? How bad do you consider the cheating that took place in the video? Who could you identify with in the video, the one writing the paper for someone else, or the one paying someone else to write the paper? Is cheating easier now than it used to be? Why or why not?

China >< America

Read this article that was on Yahoo! yesterday.

Notice anything close to home mentioned in the article?

Now... read this article from our local news station.

Smithfield Foods, Chinese group agree to merger

Without doing any research, which economy would you think was in a better economic situation, the United States or China? Why? Do you think this merger will impact our community? Why or why not, and if so, how? Do you think this merger is a bad or a good thing? Why?

This season on... the Bachelorette

Have you ever watched an episode of The Bachelor or The Bachelorette? Would you ever be willing to go on this show? Why or why not? If so, would you want to be the bachelor/bachelorette or a contestant? Why? Each contestant arrives at the mansion in a limousine. He/she has to step out and introduce him or herself to the bachelor or bachelorette. Some introductions are crazy, some are sweet, some are forgettable. If you were a contestant, how would you introduce yourself to the bachelor or bachelorette?

Where are you FROM?

Could you identify with either person in this video? How? Did you find any of the comments offensive? Explain. How would you answer the question, "where are you 'from?'"

Consent and Controversy

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What are your thoughts on this case? Do you think the prosecutors pressed charges mainly because it was a same-sex sexual relationship, or do you think the prosecutors would have been upset regardless of their child's sexual orientation? Why? Do you think the defendant stands a chance in court? Why or why not? Do you agree with the law? Why or why not?

And by the way, Kmart is at it again. Check it out.

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Lesson Learned

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Have you ever been punished in a humiliating way? Do you think it's effective? Do you think it's appropriate? Why or why not? What type of punishment do you personally find most effective and plan on using with your future children?

Cricket Clan

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Was this senior prank funny in your opinion? Why or why not? Should the pranksters be able to graduate? Why or why not? Do you think senior pranks are a rite of passage? How far is too far when it comes to senior pranks? Do you plan on pulling a senior prank?

The Neighbors

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Did you like the photos? Why or why not? Was it an invasion of privacy? Explain. Would you be upset if you were one of the anonymous subjects in a photograph that has the potential to make someone else $8,000? Why or why not?

IWCS Makes the News... again

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Did you see or hear about this news story over the weekend? What were your thoughts while reading this article? Were you surprised that our superintendent is "exploring other opportunities?" How do you feel about the offensive (and some would argue racist) comments made and emails sent from our School Board member and Board of Supervisor?

For your entertainment...

MEllenial Generation

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Do you think there's any truth to this video? Explain. Was there anything said in this video with which you disagree? Explain. On a personal level, do you think you're like the rest of the "MEllenial" generation? In what ways are you similiar/different?

Pumpcast News

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Did this video make you smile? :) Would you sing karaoke at a gas pump for free gas? If not, what would someone have to give you in order to get you to sing in public? Do you think it was staged? Why or why not?

I'm No Angel

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Tell me what you think about Kylie's story. Do you think she's just trying to sell books or do you think she's genuine in her efforts to expose the modeling industry and help protect young girls' body image? Does Victoria's Secret sell sex or lingerie? Explain.

HOT HOT HOT

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Does global warming concern you? Why or why not? What, if anything, should be done to stop, reverse, or slow down global warming? Do you think you will see detrimental effects of global warming in your lifetime?

Pencil Shooter

Boy who held pencil like gun suspended

Should the boy have been suspended? Why or why not? Do school systems take "weapons" too seriously or are they justified after the many recent school shootings? Explain. What rules at Windsor High School do you feel are too extreme, if any, and why?

Wipeout!

The new season of Wipeout aired last night. The men in my house LOVE that show! It's not my favorite thing to watch, but I put up with it. Sometimes, however, it does get me laughing out loud, and THIS is my favorite Wipeout moment of all time! "Where's the pole?!?"




Have you seen Wipeout? Do you enjoy watching other people act/look like idiots? Would you ever go on the show? Why or why not? What is your favorite Wipeout obstacle to watch contestants try and complete?

Insane in the Membrane

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What do you think of James Holmes' insanity plea? If the judge accepts his plea, what do you think the results of his mental health evaluation will show? Should the mental health evaluation results affect the consequences of his crime? Why or why not?

Freedom

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What shocked you most hearing this story? What do you think will be most difficult for the women? If you were kidnapped for 10+ years, what's one of the first things you would do after being set free?

A Don't Dew

Commercial #1



Commercial #2



Discussion: Is this "The Most Racist Commercial Ever"



Do you think this is "the most racist commercial ever?" Why or why not? Do you agree with PepsiCo's decision to pull the commercial?

Kobe vs his mom

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Whose side are you on, Kobe Bryant's or his mom's, and why? With whom do you see the legal system siding? Do you have any "priceless" childhood memorabilia? Would you care if your parent(s) made any money off your childhood memorabilia?

Company Ink

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Would you get a tattoo of your company's logo in return for a 15% raise? Why or why not? Do you have a tattoo? Do you want a tattoo? If so, what would you get? Why are tattoos so popular? Should Isle of Wight County Schools make the same offer to their teachers? How many teachers do you think would follow through with it?

Plan B

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What do you think about the Plan B pill in general? How do you feel about the age requirement being reduced to 15? In your opinion, will this increase sexual activity among young teens? Why or why not?