About the Project

Eighth grade students will create and host a community tour from an asset-based perspective that highlights events, places, and people of historical and cultural significance. Students will spend the first quarter learning and reflecting about their community through critical examination of articles, writing prompts reflective of their own communities and unique experiences, and dynamic guest speakers. During the second quarter, students will choose a place, event, person, or group of people of historical or cultural significance. Next, students will form expert groups and conduct research about their chosen topic. During the third quarter, students will create custom maps of their community to highlight their chosen topic and write a script for their stop on the tour. Students will host the community tours at our “Through our Eyes” community event which will showcase student work and interests. After the event, students will record their scripts and overlay their voices with pictures to add to their e-portfolios along with their reflections.