Social Studies

*Gain insight on balancing a high-profile career with motherhood

*Connect one life story to larger political and social issues in America – women’s health care and reproductive choice

*Understand the role of labor and other grassroots organizing in our democracy

*Analyze the role of women’s health within the Affordable Care Act

*Explore the role of gender in elected office

English Language Arts

*Apply Cecile Richards’ life story as a memoir on activism

*Examine perspective taking from the point of view of one civic leader and activist

*Explore the idea of purposeful work and a meaningful life

*Use Cecile Richards’ episode as evidence to write a rhetorical argument, commentary, or synthesis essay

Social Emotional Learning: By offering engaging personal narratives, students can discuss and strengthen the five SEL competencies - self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, relationship skills, and responsible decision-making.

Media Literacy: Students will practice media literacy skills by analyzing information, points of view, and claims made in The Thread and be able to translate these strategies with all forms of media to make more informed decisions.