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Presenting Your Current Event

Every morning the Alta Vista community gathers for an assembly where one student presents a current event.  A current event is, "Something new to you."  In the past we have heard about wild fires in Texas, a 21 foot long alligator, water on Mars, and more. This is a great way to get news and share news.  

Here is the procedure and expectations for presenting a current event.
  1. Open by saying, "Good morning boys and girls."  The community will then respond with their own greeting, "Good morning (insert name here)."

  2. Introduce your Current Event with, "Today's Current Event is about..."

  3. Projecting your voice, clearly share the most important facts.  Bring some notes!  Try to keep the paper low; don't cover you mouth.  Show pictures if you have them, holding them up high for everyone to see.

  4. Be sure to include the following information:
    - Where did you get your news? (What is your sources?)
    - Why is this newsworthy? Who would interested in it?
    - What on a map does this news take place?
    - What kind of news is this? (local, national, international)
    - Why did you choose this news?

  5. When you are done summarizing your news, turn to the audience and ask, "Are there any questions or comments?"  You will be responsible for calling on the hands that are raised and answering their questions to the best of your ability.

  6. When you are finished, be sure to give your notes or article to a teacher so they can post the news on our current event wall.  

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Current Event Prep Sheet
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