Welcome to the Hoover MS PTA's February 2022 SSL Activities Page!
We hope these activities help you learn more about your community, take action, and cause positive change.
Please click the "Participate Here" box in order to complete each activity.
After March 4th, 1 SSL form will be sent to each student for all the activities completed.
If you have any questions, please email the Hoover PTA at: [email protected]
Deadline to complete the activities is Friday, March 4, 2022.
We hope these activities help you learn more about your community, take action, and cause positive change.
Please click the "Participate Here" box in order to complete each activity.
After March 4th, 1 SSL form will be sent to each student for all the activities completed.
If you have any questions, please email the Hoover PTA at: [email protected]
Deadline to complete the activities is Friday, March 4, 2022.
Description: The U.S. Postal Service considers suggestions for stamp subjects that celebrate the American experience. There is a list of criteria to determine whether a stamp design will be considered for eligibility for production (e.g. stamp must feature American or American related subjects, should honor extraordinary and enduring contributions to American society, history, culture or environment, etc.).
In this activity, you will create an original design for a postage stamp to commemorate Black History Month. You will be provided with four (4) elements that must be included in the design. The rest of the design is up to you. In addition to the stamp design, you will respond to two (2) questions. The response to each question is required to be at least 3-4 sentences in length in order to earn SSL credit.
For this activity, you must be logged in to a PERSONAL (NOT MCPS) Google account in order to access the Google Form. Don't worry if you do not have a personal Google account, you can read the full instructions and submission information here.
The stamp designs will be posted (anonymously) on the PTA bulletin board at Hoover for students to view.
Learn more about how the U.S. Postal Service selects subjects for future stamp issues here.
How SSL Hours Are Earned: Each student will earn up to two and one half (2.5) SSL hours upon completion of this activity (0.50 SSL hour for each of four [4] stamp elements and 0.25 SSL hour for each response to the two [2] questions).
In this activity, you will create an original design for a postage stamp to commemorate Black History Month. You will be provided with four (4) elements that must be included in the design. The rest of the design is up to you. In addition to the stamp design, you will respond to two (2) questions. The response to each question is required to be at least 3-4 sentences in length in order to earn SSL credit.
For this activity, you must be logged in to a PERSONAL (NOT MCPS) Google account in order to access the Google Form. Don't worry if you do not have a personal Google account, you can read the full instructions and submission information here.
The stamp designs will be posted (anonymously) on the PTA bulletin board at Hoover for students to view.
Learn more about how the U.S. Postal Service selects subjects for future stamp issues here.
How SSL Hours Are Earned: Each student will earn up to two and one half (2.5) SSL hours upon completion of this activity (0.50 SSL hour for each of four [4] stamp elements and 0.25 SSL hour for each response to the two [2] questions).
Description: Black History Month is in February and celebrates the achievements of African Americans. It is a time to acknowledge their central role in U.S. history and their continuing contributions to the American story.
In this activity, you will be provided with ten (10) quotes and the names of the people quoted. All of the quotes will be relevant to topics and issues advanced during Black History Month (Black Lives Matters, equality, justice, racism, etc.). You will choose three (3) quotes and provide responses to three (3) questions. The response to each of the three (3) questions is required to be at least 3-4 sentences in length in order to earn SSL credit.
For this activity, you must be logged in to a PERSONAL (NOT MCPS) Google account in order to access the Google Form. Don't worry if you do not have a personal Google account, you can read the full instructions and submission information here.
How SSL Hours Are Earned: Complete the activity according to the instructions and earn 1 SSL hour.
In this activity, you will be provided with ten (10) quotes and the names of the people quoted. All of the quotes will be relevant to topics and issues advanced during Black History Month (Black Lives Matters, equality, justice, racism, etc.). You will choose three (3) quotes and provide responses to three (3) questions. The response to each of the three (3) questions is required to be at least 3-4 sentences in length in order to earn SSL credit.
For this activity, you must be logged in to a PERSONAL (NOT MCPS) Google account in order to access the Google Form. Don't worry if you do not have a personal Google account, you can read the full instructions and submission information here.
How SSL Hours Are Earned: Complete the activity according to the instructions and earn 1 SSL hour.
Description: In January 2021, Amanda Gorman read her poem “The Hill We Climb” at the inauguration of President Joe Biden. A year later, she released her poem “New Day’s Lyric” reflecting on the past year and looking forward to the coming year.
In this activity, you will be provided with a video of Amanda Gorman speaking "New Day’s Lyric” along with the written text. You will be asked to respond to three (3) questions about the meaning and significance of the poem. The response to each of the three (3) questions is required to be at least 3-4 sentences in length in order to earn SSL credit.
For this activity, you must be logged in to a PERSONAL (NOT MCPS) Google account in order to access the Google Form. Don't worry if you do not have a personal Google account, you can read the full instructions and submission information here.
How SSL Hours Are Earned: Complete the activity according to the instructions and earn 1 SSL hour.
In this activity, you will be provided with a video of Amanda Gorman speaking "New Day’s Lyric” along with the written text. You will be asked to respond to three (3) questions about the meaning and significance of the poem. The response to each of the three (3) questions is required to be at least 3-4 sentences in length in order to earn SSL credit.
For this activity, you must be logged in to a PERSONAL (NOT MCPS) Google account in order to access the Google Form. Don't worry if you do not have a personal Google account, you can read the full instructions and submission information here.
How SSL Hours Are Earned: Complete the activity according to the instructions and earn 1 SSL hour.
Description: Celebrate and inspire by creating a poster commemorating Black History Month.
In this activity you will create an original and inspirational poster to promote Black History Month. You will be given a list of six (6) required elements for the poster. In addition, you will be asked a reflection question about your poster. The response to the refection question is required to be at least 3-4 sentences in length in order to earn SSL credit.
For this activity, you must be logged in to a PERSONAL (NOT MCPS) Google account in order to access the Google Form. Don't worry if you do not have a personal Google account, you can read the full instructions and submission information here.
The inspirational posters will be posted (anonymously) on the PTA bulletin board at Hoover for students to view.
How SSL Hours Are Earned: Each student will earn up to two (2) SSL hours (0.25 SSL hour for each of six [6] poster elements and 0.50 SSL hour for the reflection response) upon completion of this activity.
In this activity you will create an original and inspirational poster to promote Black History Month. You will be given a list of six (6) required elements for the poster. In addition, you will be asked a reflection question about your poster. The response to the refection question is required to be at least 3-4 sentences in length in order to earn SSL credit.
For this activity, you must be logged in to a PERSONAL (NOT MCPS) Google account in order to access the Google Form. Don't worry if you do not have a personal Google account, you can read the full instructions and submission information here.
The inspirational posters will be posted (anonymously) on the PTA bulletin board at Hoover for students to view.
How SSL Hours Are Earned: Each student will earn up to two (2) SSL hours (0.25 SSL hour for each of six [6] poster elements and 0.50 SSL hour for the reflection response) upon completion of this activity.
Description: Explore the artwork from the influential African American artists Jean-Michel Basquiat, Kara Walker, Jacob Lawrence, and Mark Bradford.
In this activity, you will be presented with information (e.g. articles, video) and sample work from four (4) influential African American artists (Jean-Michel Basquiat, Kara Walker, Jacob Lawrence, and Mark Bradford). You will be asked one (1) general question about the influence of art on social issues. In addition, you will be asked to focus on two (2) of the artists and answer two (2) questions for each artist. The response to each question is required to be at least 3-4 sentences in length in order to earn SSL credit.
For this activity, you must be logged in to a PERSONAL (NOT MCPS) Google account in order to access the Google Form. Don't worry if you do not have a personal Google account, you can read the full instructions and submission information here.
How SSL Hours Are Earned: Complete the activity according to the instructions and earn 1 SSL hour.
In this activity, you will be presented with information (e.g. articles, video) and sample work from four (4) influential African American artists (Jean-Michel Basquiat, Kara Walker, Jacob Lawrence, and Mark Bradford). You will be asked one (1) general question about the influence of art on social issues. In addition, you will be asked to focus on two (2) of the artists and answer two (2) questions for each artist. The response to each question is required to be at least 3-4 sentences in length in order to earn SSL credit.
For this activity, you must be logged in to a PERSONAL (NOT MCPS) Google account in order to access the Google Form. Don't worry if you do not have a personal Google account, you can read the full instructions and submission information here.
How SSL Hours Are Earned: Complete the activity according to the instructions and earn 1 SSL hour.
Description: National Make a Friend Day is February 11th and provides an opportunity to meet someone new and (hopefully) make a new friendship. Through friendships, people are exposed to new perspectives and are challenged by new ways of thinking. Friendships promote community and working together.
In this activity, you will explore and reflect on making connections with others in your community by taking action and responding to three (3) questions. The response to each of the three (3) questions is required to be at least 3-4 sentences in length in order to earn SSL credit.
For this activity, you must be logged in to a PERSONAL (NOT MCPS) Google account in order to access the Google Form. Don't worry if you do not have a personal Google account, you can read the full instructions and submission information here.
Learn more about National Make a Friend Day here.
How SSL Hours Are Earned: Complete the activity according to the instructions and earn 1 SSL hour.
In this activity, you will explore and reflect on making connections with others in your community by taking action and responding to three (3) questions. The response to each of the three (3) questions is required to be at least 3-4 sentences in length in order to earn SSL credit.
For this activity, you must be logged in to a PERSONAL (NOT MCPS) Google account in order to access the Google Form. Don't worry if you do not have a personal Google account, you can read the full instructions and submission information here.
Learn more about National Make a Friend Day here.
How SSL Hours Are Earned: Complete the activity according to the instructions and earn 1 SSL hour.
Description: Random Acts of Kindness Day is on February 17th and promotes creating a wave of change through small acts of kindness which will inspire others to do the same. The acts bring joy to the receiver and also spread positivity to the giver.
In this activity, you will explore and reflect on the significance of performing kind acts for others by taking action and responding to four (4) questions. The response to each of the four (4) questions is required to be at least 3-4 sentences in length in order to earn SSL credit.
For this activity, you must be logged in to a PERSONAL (NOT MCPS) Google account in order to access the Google Form. Don't worry if you do not have a personal Google account, you can read the full instructions and submission information here.
Learn more about Random Acts of Kindness Day here.
How SSL Hours Are Earned: Complete the activity according to the instructions and earn 1 SSL hour.
In this activity, you will explore and reflect on the significance of performing kind acts for others by taking action and responding to four (4) questions. The response to each of the four (4) questions is required to be at least 3-4 sentences in length in order to earn SSL credit.
For this activity, you must be logged in to a PERSONAL (NOT MCPS) Google account in order to access the Google Form. Don't worry if you do not have a personal Google account, you can read the full instructions and submission information here.
Learn more about Random Acts of Kindness Day here.
How SSL Hours Are Earned: Complete the activity according to the instructions and earn 1 SSL hour.
Description: National No One Eats Alone Day is on February 18th and promotes the idea that lunchtime is a shared time. It is a time for inclusiveness, for students to see beyond individual differences and engage in meaningful conversations over lunchtime. It is also a time to help end social isolation and create a culture of belonging.
In this activity, you will explore and reflect on the significance of inclusion and belonging by taking action and answering three (3) questions. The response to each of the three (3) questions is required to be at least 3-4 sentences in length in order to earn SSL credit.
For this activity, you must be logged in to a PERSONAL (NOT MCPS) Google account in order to access the Google Form. Don't worry if you do not have a personal Google account, you can read the full instructions and submission information here.
Learn more about National No One Eats Alone Day here.
How SSL Hours Are Earned: Complete the activity according to the instructions and earn 1 SSL hour.
In this activity, you will explore and reflect on the significance of inclusion and belonging by taking action and answering three (3) questions. The response to each of the three (3) questions is required to be at least 3-4 sentences in length in order to earn SSL credit.
For this activity, you must be logged in to a PERSONAL (NOT MCPS) Google account in order to access the Google Form. Don't worry if you do not have a personal Google account, you can read the full instructions and submission information here.
Learn more about National No One Eats Alone Day here.
How SSL Hours Are Earned: Complete the activity according to the instructions and earn 1 SSL hour.
Description: World Day of Social Justice is on February 20th and was created by the United Nations to promote global solidarity to advance opportunities for all. It is a day to reflect on working for fair outcomes for individuals through employment, social dialogue, social protection and fundamental principles and rights at work. It is also a day to focus on social injustices in the world (systemic racism, gender inequality, etc.) and to work towards creating solutions.
In this activity, you will explore and reflect on issues of social justice and ways to take action by answering four (4) questions. The response to each of the four (4) questions is required to be at least 3-4 sentences in length in order to earn SSL credit.
For this activity, you must be logged in to a PERSONAL (NOT MCPS) Google account in order to access the Google Form. Don't worry if you do not have a personal Google account, you can read the full instructions and submission information here.
Learn more about World Day of Social Justice here.
How SSL Hours Are Earned: Complete the activity according to the instructions and earn 1 SSL hour.
In this activity, you will explore and reflect on issues of social justice and ways to take action by answering four (4) questions. The response to each of the four (4) questions is required to be at least 3-4 sentences in length in order to earn SSL credit.
For this activity, you must be logged in to a PERSONAL (NOT MCPS) Google account in order to access the Google Form. Don't worry if you do not have a personal Google account, you can read the full instructions and submission information here.
Learn more about World Day of Social Justice here.
How SSL Hours Are Earned: Complete the activity according to the instructions and earn 1 SSL hour.
