Sidney Public Schools

LEADERSHIP CLASS FALL 2023


Day 1: Thursday, August 17th 2023
* Socratic Daily Discussion
   + Idea Origin: Book Idea and Cato Sphere Summit 
       - Sphere: Multiple Perspectives
       - Intellectual Humility & Active Listening
          + Known, Knowns; Known, Unknowns; Unknown, Unknowns? 
               1. What Did Donald Rumsfeld Mean?
               2. Relevance to Class?  
       - Finding Consensus: Madman Scenario: The Madman Scenario.docx
  * Why Leadership Class? 
   + History and Revitalization: Eagle Gear Story
      - AP "Millions of kids are missing weeks of school as attendance tanks across the US": https://projects.apnews.com/features/2023/missing-students-chronic-absenteeism/index.html  
   + Class Expectations
       - Expect Everyone to Get an A; caveat: If you do the work and Participate 
       - Not to Overwhelm But Help Guide/Make Your Year as a Leader Easier; Little Homework-Not Expected to be a Tough Class 
   + Pillars of Class/Class Objectives 
       1.To Learn What is Means to be a Leader, not a Pretender
            How: Assignments, Guest Speakers, Leader Shadowing, Movies, Etc. 
       2. To Learn How to Build Consensus 
            How: Socratic Daily Discussions, Braver Angels Debates, Dialogue with Winsor Academy (Boston All Girls School) Discussions: https://www.winsor.edu/   
       3. To Learn How to Conduct a Meeting and/ Discussion  
            How: Parliamentary Procedure Breakdown, Rotating Meeting Chairs (PowderPuff and CreamPuff, Socratic Daily Discussion, etc.)
       4. To Learn How to Develop and Implement Policy   
            How: Adopting, Altering, and/or Eliminating a School or District Policy 
       5. To Learn How to be Community Minded  
            How: Give Back Through Project (Past Examples: Veterans' Assembly, Trophies on Beams, etc)       
   + Instructors
       - Primary: Mr. Faulhaber
       - Secondary: Mr. Lee, Mr. Coyell, Mr. Dynneson
       - Guest Speakers: Mr. Melby, Mr. Sukut, Nick Lonski, Kali Godfrey, Mike Gear, Craig Price, etc. 
* Notecard Assignment
   + What aspect of the Class Excites You? Explain. 
   + What aspect of the Class brings you trepidation? Explain.   
   + What Do you Want to Get Out of the Class? Explain.   
   + If You Were in Charge of the Class, What Would You Add/Eliminate?  
      - happiness unit. 
+ "A Few Good Men" Movie Release: A Few Good Men Movie Release.docx  
   - IMDb Parental Guide: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0104257/parentalguide      
ASSIGNMENT/HOMEWORK
* Notecard Assignment and "A Few Good Men" Movie Release




Day 2: Friday, August 18th 2023
* Exit Ticket Review
* Socratic Daily Discussion
   + TR on Leadership "Man in the Arena" (2:48 Minutes): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A311CnTjfos
       - "Lonely at the Top"  
       - How much say, if any, should voters (constituents) have in policy after they cast their ballot?
          + i.e. 3 C's (Montana Infrastructure Bill-School Boards and Curriculum  
* What is a Leader? What Does Leadership Mean/Entail? 
   + APC: great kids that went above and beyond. Good leaders?
   + Should leaders do more than just organize?  What are the elements of a good leader?
   + Assignment
       1. How would you define leadership?
       2. If you broke it down into a descriptor/example, what would it be?
           Ex. Car following-ahead with clear defined path but you don’t get too far in front of your followers that you gel separated no matter how slow they are on your path or how fast you want to get to your destination. 
       3. Characteristics of a Good Leader? 
       4. If you broke those down into a descriptor/example, what would it be?  
            Ex. Leaders don't just talk about getting things done, they get it done and don't wait for others to do it for them, but can delegate, thereby getting others involved. and do not have to complete everything themselves.    
       5. What would leadership not be? 
            Ex. All talk and no action; Clubs I (especially Mrs. F) have advised and Football Camp Story. 
       6. When I looked online at definitions of leadership (historical figures, current leaders, Chat GPT, etc) the one I found most similar to mine was...
       7. The definition I found that I most disagreed with said...I agreed/disagreed because...
       8. When I asked a peer or friend, they told me...I agreed/disagreed because...  
       9. When I asked a teacher, a coach, an advisor, they told me...I agreed/disagreed because...    
     10. When I asked my parent(s), they told me...I agreed/disagreed because...      
ASSIGNMENT/HOMEWORK
* Leadership Assignment    




Day 3: Monday, August 21st 2023
* Socratic Daily Discussion
   + Charles Barkley on Athletes as Role Models:   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4gqk4WPnrpM 
* Think; Pair Share: What is a Leader? What Does Leadership Mean/Entail?   
   + Pair: 4 Minutes EACH to Share Answers
   + Groups: Each person shares what the partner just said (2 Minutes Each)
   + Consensus: Compare Contrast and Create a Common Definition 
* "A Few Good Men" Movie  
   1. Using Examples from the Movie, Rank the following Characters as leaders according to your definition and view of leadership from Best Leader to Worst Leader.  
       a. Lance Cpl Harold W. Dawson
       b. Lt. Daniel Kaffee
       c. Colonel Nathan R. Jessup
       d. Lt. Jonathan Kendrick
       e. Lt Col. Matthew Markinson
       f. Lt. Cmdr. Joanne Galloway
    2. Any character(s) listed that should have been? 
    3. How would you change your definition of leadership after watching this movie?     
ASSIGNMENT/HOMEWORK
* "A Few Good Men" Movie Response 




Day 4: Tuesday, August 22nd 2023
* Socratic Daily Discussion
   + Athletes and Activism
       - Michael Jordan: https://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/29130478/michael-jordan-stands-firm-republicans-buy-sneakers-too-quote-says-was-made-jest
* "A Few Good Men" Movie  
   1. Using Examples from the Movie, Rank the following Characters as leaders according to your definition and view of leadership from Best Leader to Worst Leader.  
       a. Lance Cpl Harold W. Dawson
       b. Lt. Daniel Kaffee
       c. Colonel Nathan R. Jessup
       d. Lt. Jonathan Kendrick
       e. Lt Col. Matthew Markinson
       f. Lt. Cmdr. Joanne Galloway
    2. Any character(s) listed that should have been?   
    3. How would you change your definition of leadership after watching this movie?   
ASSIGNMENT/HOMEWORK
* "A Few Good Men" Movie Response   




Day 5: Wednesday, August 23rd 2023
* Socratic Daily Discussion
   + Athletes and Activism
        -"'Shut up and Dribble" (2:32): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AlHuaOIvRLY
       - LeBron James (5:57): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GpD_IMKlm9A  
* "A Few Good Men" Movie  
   1. Using Examples from the Movie, Rank the following Characters as leaders according to your definition and view of leadership from Best Leader to Worst Leader.  
       a. Lance Cpl Harold W. Dawson
       b. Lt. Daniel Kaffee
       c. Colonel Nathan R. Jessup
       d. Lt. Jonathan Kendrick
       e. Lt Col. Matthew Markinson
       f. Lt. Cmdr. Joanne Galloway
    2. Any character(s) listed that should have been?   
    3. How would you change your definition of leadership after watching this movie?
ASSIGNMENT/HOMEWORK
* "A Few Good Men" Movie Response   




Day 6: Thursday, August 24th 2023
* Socratic Daily Discussion
   + Athletes and Activism
       - James Hardin: https://www.foxnews.com/sports/james-harden-in-china-rips-76ers-team-president-expressed-support-hong-kong-protesters  
* Leader Shadow Overview/Responsibilities 
   + Leader E-Mail/Phone Call Script
   + 5 Questions Developed for Your Leader
   + Acceptance to Shadow 2 Mondays a Month on Tuesday and/or Wednesdays
* "A Few Good Men" Movie  
   1. Using Examples from the Movie, Rank the following Characters as leaders according to your definition and view of leadership from Best Leader to Worst Leader.  
       a. Lance Cpl Harold W. Dawson
       b. Lt. Daniel Kaffee
       c. Colonel Nathan R. Jessup
       d. Lt. Jonathan Kendrick
       e. Lt Col. Matthew Markinson
       f. Lt. Cmdr. Joanne Galloway
    2. Any character(s) listed that should have been?   
    3. How would you change your definition of leadership after watching this movie?     
ASSIGNMENT/HOMEWORK
*  "A Few Good Men" Movie Response     




Day 7: Monday, August 28th 2023
* Socratic Daily Discussion
   + Whistle Stop Bakery  
       - civic responsibilities as a business owner?   
          + Community/School Events: Donations/Sponsorships, participation, availability etc. 
          + What are the responsibilities that come along with placing a shingle on a business? 
* "A Few Good Men" Movie Response     
   + Class Discussion
* Guest Speaker Worksheet Handout/Overview of speaker, presentation, and obligations: 
   + Kali Godfrey 
   + City Councilwoman/Chamber President
   + Leadership  
* Leader Shadowing
   + Driving Slips
  + Develop Questions
      - "Getting to Know you"
          + Where did you grow up? Places lived? 
          + Activities involved when in high school?
          + Which dwarf from "Snow White" would your family describe you as?
       - "What is a Leader? What Does Leadership Mean/Entail?"
          + Definition, Qualities, etc.
       - civic responsibilities as a business owner?   
          + Community/School Events: Donations/Sponsorships, participation, availability etc. 
          + What are the responsibilities that come along with placing a shingle on a business?   
ASSIGNMENT/HOMEWORK
* Leader Shadowing Questions/Driving Slips          




Day 8: Tuesday, August 29th 2023  
* Leader Shadowing 
   + Sign Out/In with Ms. Enriques 
       - Driving Slips           
   +  Questions/Answers/Summary (DICE) 
ASSIGNMENT/HOMEWORK
* Leader Shadowing/Summary with DICE   




Day 9: Wednesday, August 30th 2023
* Leader Shadowing  Review 
   + Leader Shadowing/Summary with DICE DUE    
* Guest Speaker Kali Godfrey in Class
   + Guest Speaker Worksheet: Guest Speaker Worksheet Fall 2022.docx  
   + Alternative Assignment (If Absent During Presentation): 
ASSIGNMENT/HOMEWORK
* Guest Speaker Worksheet or Alternative Assignment      




Day 10: Thursday, August 31st 2023
* Socratic Discussion
   + Jason Whitlock on How the NFL Has Become "Feminized" as Preseason Game is Suspended After Injury (10:30 Minutes): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hYkCdIDs_ig 
* No Stupid Questions "Big Fish, or Bigger Pond" (34:24 Minutes): https://freakonomics.com/podcast/bigger-fish-or-bigger-pond/
        1. Podcast Notes
        2. If you were going to explain this podcast to a peer or parent, what would you tell him/her? Explain in 2+ Sentences  
        3. List AND Discuss in 2+ Sentences one area you agreed with the information from the podcast
        4. List AND Discuss in 2+ Sentences one area you disagreed with the information from the podcast  
        5. Include a bit of knowledge, a quote, or anecdote from the presentation that you found insightful and explain why you chose it.      
        6. Answer the Podcast Question; Is it better to be the best player on the worst team or the worst player on the best team (Is it better to be a big fish in a small pond, or is it better to be a small fish in a big pond)?  
        7. Worth listening to? Should this Podcast be Kept in the Curriculum? Discuss in 2+ Sentences   
EXTRA CREDIT EXTENSION:Explain the podcast and have a conversation with your Parent(s), Guardian(s), or Adults(s) in you life
       A-How did he/she/they respond to #6
       B-Agree/Disagree Because...
ASSIGNMENT/HOMEWORK
* Podcast Notes/Responses




LABOR DAY WEEKEND Friday 09/01-Monday 09/04




Day 11: Tuesday, September 5th 2023"
Day 12: Wednesday, September 6th 2023  
Day 13: Thursday, September 7th 2023    
* Instructor: Mr. Lee
   + The Impact of TRUST video and booklet by Bruce Brown from Proactive Coaching
   + When athletes trust their coaches and when teams trust each other, it has a tremendous impact on performance. What allows someone to be trusted? How can coaches improve the level of individual and team trust? What causes coaches to be distrusted and how does that impact performance? When trust is present, teams have a much better chance of reaching potential. 
        1. Three questions you would ask Bruce if you were in the audience for his presentation.
        2. Who do I trust? Why?
        3. Am I trusted? Who or why not?
ASSIGNMENT/HOMEWORK
* notes/reflection from the video with the three questions above in the notes.



Day 14: Friday, September 8th, 2023
* Ted Lasso (Apple TV)
   + How does Ted Lasso's Leadership commpare/contrast with what was presented Monday-Wednesday?
ASSIGNMENT/HOMEWORK
* Ted Lasso     




Day 15: Monday, September 11th 2023
* Socratic Discussion
   + What type of Leadership/Behavior should we Expect as Students/Athletes?
       - Don't Widen Home Plate: https://media.hometeamsonline.com/photos/baseball/PINECREEKHIGHSCHOOLB/Don_t_widen_the_plate.pdf
* Mr. Lee Assignment DUE  
   + Notecard Assignment
       - Front Side
          + Either of the following: What Enlightened You? OR What Confused You?
          + Either of the following: What Interested You? OR What Disturbed You?
          + Include a quote or anecdote from the presentation that you found insightful and explain why you choose it.  
       - Back Side
         + In 3-5 Sentences what did you think of the overall presentation (Good, Bad, Area(s) of Improvement?
* Leader Shadowing
   + Develop Questions
      - "Getting to Know you"
      - "What is a Leader? What Does Leadership Mean/Entail?"
ASSIGNMENT/HOMEWORK
* Notecard Assignment/Leader Shadowing Questions   




Day 16: Tuesday, September 12th 2023
* Leader Shadowing 
   + Sign Out/In with Ms. Enriques 
   + Questions/Answers/Summary (DICE) 
ASSIGNMENT/HOMEWORK
* Leader Shadowing/Summary with DICE     




Day 17: Wednesday, September 13th 2023--College Fair (Seniors: 9-9:45)
* Leader Shadowing  Review   
   + Leader Shadowing/Summary with DICE DUE      
* Ted Lasso (Apple TV)
   + For Non-Seniors   
ASSIGNMENT/HOMEWORK
* Leader Shadowing/Summary with Any 2 DICE   
   



Day 18: Thursday, September 14th 2023
* Guest Speaker: Mr. Guy Melby
   + Guest Speaker Worksheet: Guest Speaker Worksheet.docx
   + Alternative Assignment
       - Admiral McRaven "Make Your Bed" Commencement Address (19:23 Minutes): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yaQZFhrW0fU
          + Notes
          + Either of the following: What Enlightened You? OR What Confused You?
          + Either of the following: What Interested You? OR What Disturbed You?
          + Include a quote or anecdote from the presentation that you found insightful and explain why you choose it.  
          + In 3-5 Sentences what did you think of the overall presentation (Good, Bad, Area(s) of Improvement?  
ASSIGNMENT/HOMEWORK
* Guest Speaker Worksheet        




Day 19: Monday, September 18th 2023
* Winsor Academy Deliberation 9:00-9:30
   + Getting to Know You; Understanding One Another 
       - School Website: https://www.winsor.edu/     
       - Meeting Link: 
   + Winsor Discussion 1 Packet: Winsor Discussion 1 Packet.pdf
       - Complete Front Worksheet and read, highlight or underline USA Today Article
* Guest Speaker/Alternative Worksheet DUE
   + Review Presentation       
* Foundation of Leadership: Read, highlight or underline and comment AND emoji
   + Ben Franklin's Autobiography (Virtues): https://userpages.umbc.edu/~kisner/American%20Civilization/autobiography_franklin.htm
   + John Wooden Pyramid of Success: The Pyramid of SUCCESS.docx
      - https://www.thewoodeneffect.com/pyramid-of-success/
   + Ron Swanson Pyramid of Greatness: Ron Swanson Pyramid of Greatness.docx     
   + Create a "Pyramid of Leadership" based upon the virtues and qualities you think are essential
       - begin with the base that are the foundational leadership qualities shared by all leaders
       - as the pyramid moves upward, list the qualities that separate great leaders from good leaders (qualities great leaders demonstrate but good leaders lack) 
       - the tip of the pyramid that defines the realization of the potential of a generational leader    
ASSIGNMENT/HOMEWORK
* Winsor Discussion #1 Packet  




Day 20: Tuesday, September 19th 2023
* Socratic Discussion
   +  John Stossel Video 
* Winsor Discussion #1 Packet DUE
   + Review Discussion
* Foundation of Leadership: Read, highlight or underline and comment AND emoji
   + Ben Franklin's Autobiography (Virtues): https://userpages.umbc.edu/~kisner/American%20Civilization/autobiography_franklin.htm
   + John Wooden Pyramid of Success: The Pyramid of SUCCESS.docx
      - https://www.thewoodeneffect.com/pyramid-of-success/
   + Ron Swanson Pyramid of Greatness: Ron Swanson Pyramid of Greatness.docx     
   + Create a "Pyramid of Leadership" based upon the virtues and qualities you think are essential
       - begin with the base that are the foundational leadership qualities shared by all leaders
       - as the pyramid moves upward, list the qualities that separate great leaders from good leaders (qualities great leaders demonstrate but good leaders lack) 
       - the tip of the pyramid that defines the realization of the potential of a generational leader  
ASSIGNMENT/HOMEWORK
* "Pyramid of Leadership" Project    




Day 21: Wednesday, September 20th 2023
* Socratic Discussion
   + "Are Mike Pence's Dining Habits Chivalrous or Sexist?": https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/blogs-trending-39447921.amp
   + Sign-Up for Student Led Socratic Debate
* Foundation of Leadership: Read, highlight or underline and comment AND emoji
   + Ben Franklin's Autobiography (Virtues): https://userpages.umbc.edu/~kisner/American%20Civilization/autobiography_franklin.htm
   + John Wooden Pyramid of Success: The Pyramid of SUCCESS.docx
      - https://www.thewoodeneffect.com/pyramid-of-success/
   + Ron Swanson Pyramid of Greatness: Ron Swanson Pyramid of Greatness.docx     
   + Create a "Pyramid of Leadership" based upon the virtues and qualities you think are essential
       - begin with the base that are the foundational leadership qualities shared by all leaders
       - as the pyramid moves upward, list the qualities that separate great leaders from good leaders (qualities great leaders demonstrate but good leaders lack) 
       - the tip of the pyramid that defines the realization of the potential of a generational leader    
ASSIGNMENT/HOMEWORK
* "Pyramid of Leadership" Project    




Day 22: Thursday, September 21st 2023  
* "Pyramid of Leadership" Project Presentations on Monday  
*  No Stupid Questions: 162. "How Can You Be Kinder to Yourself?" (39 Minutes): https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/no-stupid-questions/id1510056899?i=1000627353368  
   + How do you practice self-care if you don’t have time for a break? Is it weird to talk to yourself?   
        1. Podcast Notes
        2. If you were going to explain this podcast to a peer or parent, what would you tell him/her? Explain in 2+ Sentences  
        3. Include a bit of knowledge, a quote, or anecdote from the podcast that you found insightful and explain why you chose it.  
        4. Answer the Podcast Questions: How do you practice self-care if you don’t have time for a break? Is it weird to talk to yourself?   
        5. Worth listening to? Should this Podcast be Kept in the Curriculum? Discuss in 2+ Sentences 
ASSIGNMENT/HOMEWORK
* "Pyramid of Leadership" Project/Podcast Notes-Responses         




Day 23: Monday, September 25th 2023
* Discussion Circle
   + Student Led Socratic Debate        
   + "Pyramid of Leadership" Project
   + Podcast Notes-Responses
   + Leadershadow Prep 
       - Class Questions       
       - School Culture
       - Assignment/Reflection Requirement Consensus
ASSIGNMENT/HOMEWORK
* Leader Shadowing Questions   




Day 24: Tuesday, September 26th 2023
* Leader Shadowing 
   + Sign Out/In with Ms. Enriques 
   + Questions/Answers/Summary (DICE) 
ASSIGNMENT/HOMEWORK
* Leader Shadowing/Summary with DICE     




Day 25: Wednesday, September 27th 2023 
* Winsor Academy Deliberation 
   + Getting to Know You; Understanding One Another 
       - School Website: https://www.winsor.edu/       
   + Winsor Prep Questions
       - Non-Judgemental, Getting to Know You, Understanding Differences: Ask Questions to learn, not to make a point
          + Dress Code 
          + How Many of you Have a Gun in Your Bedroom/Home? How Many Have Seen/Held/Fired a Gun? (AR-15 for both)        
   + Post Deliberation Assignment 
       - Examining how U.S. politics became intertwined with personal identity (11:42): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M5jps8MHy4E
       - Understanding America's partisan divide and how to fix it (11:22 Minutes): https://www.pbs.org/video/america-at-a-crossroads-1685565513/
          + For EACH Video:    
              1. Notes
              2. Thesis?
              3. Agree/Disagree with the Thesis?
              -If Absent for the Presentation any DICE (Each Video)
          + Visit the school Website: https://www.winsor.edu/  (Any 2 DICE)
          + Final Thoughts About the Discussion, Videos, What these Deliberations are attempting to accomplish. 
ASSIGNMENT/HOMEWORK
* Winsor Academy Deliberation   




Day 26: Thursday, September 28th 2023
* Discussion Circle
   + Winsor Academy Deliberation  
       - Review Video, Discussion, Thoughts
       - Prep Questions: Non-Judgemental, Getting to Know You, Understanding Differences: Ask Questions to learn, not to make a point
   + Leader Shadowing Review in Class
       - Leader Shadowing/Summary with DICE DUE     
       - Keep Every other week or every 3rd week?
       - Switch Leaders at Quarter?
       - Advice to get more out of Experience (if needed)
   + Student Led Socratic Debate    
   + School Culture Discussion 
     - Guest Speaker Prep
        + Brent Sukut
        + Superintendent
        + What does Leadership Mean/Entail?
   + Cato's Human Progress Website: https://www.humanprogress.org/      
ASSIGNMENT/HOMEWORK
* Discussion CircleParticipation    
  



Day 27: Monday, October 2nd 2023
* Guest Speaker Presentation 
   + Guest Speaker Worksheet: Guest Speaker Worksheet  
   + Brent Sukut
   + Superintendent
   + What does Leadership Mean/Entail?  
   + Alternative Assignment: Why Is This Generation Struggling So Much?- Scott Galloway| Modern Wisdom Podcast 543 (1:01:48 Minutes): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lQQPicCoaG4 
   1.Watch and Take Notes on Minimally 0:00:00-0:40:00 (Extra Credit for 0:40:00-1:01:48)
   2. Either of the following: What Enlightened You? OR What Confused You?
   3. Either of the following: What Interested You? OR What Disturbed You?
   4. Include a quote or anecdote from the presentation that you found insightful and explain why you choose it.  
   5. In 3-5 Sentences what did you think of the overall presentation (Good, Bad, Area(s) of Improvement?     
   6. Google Scott Galloway.  Who is he? What is he known for? How does that help you understand what he spoke about/said in the podcast?   
ASSIGNMENT/HOMEWORK
* Guest Speaker Worksheet     




Day 28: Tuesday, October 3rd, 2023
* Guest Speaker Worksheet/Alternative Class Discussion   
   + Worksheet DUE  
* Mr. Dynneson  
   + Policy Discussion
   + Policy and rules governing workplace-effect       
ASSIGNMENT/HOMEWORK
*  TBD




Day 29: Wednesday, October 4th 2023
*   
* Mr. Dynneson  
   + Policy Discussion
   + Policy and rules governing workplace-effect       

ASSIGNMENT/HOMEWORK
* TBD    

Day 30: Thursday, October 5th 2023-Homecoming Assembly
*   

ASSIGNMENT/HOMEWORK
*  




Day 31: Monday, October 9th 2023-Shakespeare in the Schools (Modified Class Schedules) 
*   






Day 34: Thursday, October 12th 2023-1st Quarter Ends/AMC Math Competition 1st and 2nd Periods    
* Discussion Circle
   + Student Led Socratic Debate      
* Why Are Men in Crisis? | Real Time with Bill Maher (5:09 Minutes): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TAgUHyXr7_Y
   + [The Washington Post] Opinions | Men are lost. Here’s a map out of the wilderness. https://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/2023/07/10/christine-emba-masculinity-new-model/    
OR
* People I (Mostly) Admire: 114. Is Perfectionism Ruining Your Life? (58 Minutes): https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/people-i-mostly-admire/id1525936566?i=1000628065446
   + Psychologist Thomas Curran argues that perfectionism isn’t about high standards — it’s about never being enough. He explains how the drive to be perfect is harming education, the economy, and our mental health. 
        1. Podcast Notes
        2. If you were going to explain this podcast to a peer or parent, what would you tell him/her? Explain in 2+ Sentences  
        3. List AND Discuss in 2+ Sentences one area you agreed with the information from the podcast
        4. List AND Discuss in 2+ Sentences one area you disagreed with the information from the podcast  
        5. Include a bit of knowledge, a quote, or anecdote from the podcast that you found insightful and explain why you chose it.      
        6. Answer the Podcast Question; Is he drive to be perfect is harming education, the economy, and our mental health? 
        7. Worth listening to? Should this Podcast be Kept in the Curriculum? Discuss in 2+ Sentences   
OR
* The Jordan B. Peterson Podcast: 381. Change Your Mindset, Your Health, Your Life | Dr. Ellen Langer: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-jordan-b-peterson-podcast/id1184022695?i=1000626351189  
   + Time Listened (0:00:00-???)
   + Notes
   + Summary
   + Any 1 DICE      
OR
* Why Are Men in Crisis? | Real Time with Bill Maher (5:09 Minutes): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TAgUHyXr7_Y
   + [The Washington Post] Opinions | Men are lost. Here’s a map out of the wilderness. https://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/2023/07/10/christine-emba-masculinity-new-model/    
ASSIGNMENT/HOMEWORK
* Men in Crisis Response         

Coming Up
* Socratic Discussions
   + Worksking Syles : https://docs.google.com/document/d/1aKfiy1RLHJ93DTJ8if5pfedLMKYtbo6qzEa1sb1Ilio/edit
   + Lifeboat Activity: https://www.thestudentroom.co.uk/showthread.php?t=305573  
   + BRI Think the Vote: https://billofrightsinstitute.org/ttv
   + John Stossel: https://stosselintheclassroom.org/video-library/
      - Lazy Rivers in College
      - Day Care  
* BRI My Impact Challenge: https://billofrightsinstitute.org/my-impact-challenge
* Guest Speakers
   + Mr. Mike Gear
   + Mr. Craig Price
   + Judge Bidegaray
* Mrs. A in Class-Parliamentary Procedures
* Mr. Dynneson  
   + Policy Discussion
   + Policy and rules governing workplace-effect     
* Podcasts
   + Malcolm Gladwell "12 Rules for Life" etc. 
* Article: book Review
   + Cato and stoicism