Exploring Immigrant Experiences in Education

Students from St. Luke's Middle School and Newcomers High School in New York collaborate on a project to understand immigration on a personal level. They share personal stories, discuss challenges, and work on research papers. The project aims to build empathy and understanding between students from different backgrounds, highlighting the struggles and aspirations of immigrant students.

What is the main focus of the collaborative project between St. Luke's Middle School and Newcomers High School?

• Technological advancements

• Human rights and immigration

• Historical events

• Environmental issues

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.7

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Where is Newcomers High School located?

• Queens

• Bronx

• Manhattan

• Brooklyn

What is a common challenge faced by the students at Newcomers High School?

• Getting a driver's license

• Accessing healthcare

• Finding housing

• Learning a new language

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

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Why did one of the students feel ashamed to tell their immigration story?

• Due to the Civil War in Congo

• Due to cultural differences

• Because of language barriers

• Because of economic reasons

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

What is the first step in the collaborative process between the students from the two schools?

• Face-to-face meetings

• Group discussions

• Letter writing

• Field trips

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

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What do the St. Luke's students do with the information they gather from the Newcomers High School students?

• Create art projects

• Write research papers

• Make documentaries

• Organize events

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CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RI.9-10.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.1

What career aspirations did Jonathan from Newcomers High School share?

• Electrician

• Doctor

• Teacher

• Lawyer

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

What is a significant benefit of the students from St. Luke's Middle School interacting with immigrant students?

• Improving their grades

• Understanding the struggles of immigrants

• Learning a new language

• Gaining technical skills

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CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

What emotional reaction did one of the students have during an interview?

• Laughter

• Anger

• Crying

• Excitement

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CCSS.RI.6.7

CCSS.RI.7.7

CCSS.RI.8.7

CCSS.RL.7.7

CCSS.RL.8.7

What is the ultimate goal of the collaborative project according to the students?

• To publish a book

• To eliminate racial crimes

• To travel abroad

• To start a new school

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CCSS.RL.1.1

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