October 15-22, 2008 – Economic crisis short-circuits tax cuts
Warm-up Question: Why do we pay taxes? The current economic crisis may put hopes for tax cuts on hold, perhaps permanently. Both presidential candidates have promised lower taxes in some form and both have talked of extending the tax cuts...
October 8-15, 2008 – Isn’t it nice to be invited?
Warm-up Question: How does it feel to be invited to something special? It seemed like a typical Wednesday at Waukee High School. Maddie and Kaitlyn met before school at their lockers. They talked about their weekend plans. Both had planned...
October 1-8, 2008 – After 85 years, Yankee Stadium closes
Warm-up Question: Have you ever thought you did a good job following directions only to find out that you missed the bigger picture or objective? What were you doing? What were you were missing that was right in front of...
September 24-October 1, 2008 – School district quickly suspends controversial policy
Warm-up Question: Tell about a time when you have changed your mind about something important. At the beginning of the school year, the Edmonds, Washington school district had implemented a new policy: students who owed more than $10.00 in the...
September 17-24, 2008 – Gift of a job changes a life
Warm-up Question: What would you do with $100 if someone just handed it to you, no questions asked? For people who are in trouble, a job can sometimes be real salvation for them. The money definitely helps. We all need...