Deborah Ellis' Visit

Thanks to Ms. Gammeri, the Skokie Public Library and the Coming Together in Skokie program, author and activist Deborah Ellis came to have lunch with the A.C.T. kids on March 8, 2012.  After a powerpoint showing our activities for the year and a presentation of A.C.T. gifts, students had the chance to ask questions of the author relating to her books, experiences and activism.  Ellis talked about the power of choice, and how the choices we make have a rippling effect on others.  She also talked about war, and how hard it is to not know what's going to happen next for the children she interviewed.  Students were challenged to think about their own lives and how they can continue to help make a difference.  Everyone took something away from the discussion.

Here are some pictures from the day:

 

Thanks to all the students who participated!  It was a great discussion, and everyone was impressed by your preparation!