Field Trip to the Movies
We will be going to the West Springfield Cinemark to watch “Jaws”. Students will reflect on the relationship between local government and emergency services, then afterwards analyze whether the mayor responds to the emergency in the film in an effective manner.
Civics Curriculum:
Topic 4. Rights and responsibilities of citizens Supporting Question: What is the role of the individual in maintaining a healthy democracy?
4.7 Apply knowledge of the meaning of leadership and the qualities of good leaders to evaluate political leaders at the community, the state and national levels.
Participating Grade(s): 8th Grade
Event organizer: Luzanov, Ksenia
Location: Cinemark West Springfield