Project 4-6 weeks America250: discovering the country’s past, present, and future July 4, 2026 marks the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Explore what this milestone means today.
Challenge 1-2 hours 2025-26 SRL SHORTS Brief, vertical videos that focus on personal stories, opinions, or creative takes on a topic for SRL's social media.
Lesson About 4-6 weeks Teen caregivers: when young people take on big responsibilities Share untold stories about how teens take care of others
Project 4-6 Weeks Elections 2024: Young leaders Share stories about young people taking part in the 2024 elections, from activists, to organizers, campaign volunteers, election workers, and young people running for office. DEADLINE: Friday, Oct 11, 2024
Project 4-6 weeks Exploring immigrant experiences Stories of immigrants and first-generation Americans.
Project 4-6 weeks America's hidden histories Explore events and people left out of the history books.
Challenge 50 minutes RAPID RESPONSE: Living with gun violence SRL is eager to hear directly from students and their peers about their thoughts, feelings and opinions on this critical issue. DEADLINE: March 15th.
Challenge 50 minutes RAPID RESPONSE: How War in the Middle East Affects American schools How are American schools feeling the effects of the war between Israel and Hamas? DEADLINE: OCTOBER 26TH
Challenge 30-60 MINUTES Find your community’s unsung heroes! #SRLShorts Shine a spotlight on the remarkable individuals who help students learn, grow, and feel safe and supported.
Lesson 2-6 weeks 2023-2024 SCHOOL YEAR PROMPTS Explore the many different ways students will have to create stories this upcoming school year.
Project 4-6 weeks Climate change in my community Seeking: local stories about climate change and the environment. Rolling deadline.
Project 2-3 Weeks Moments of Truth: have you tried to quit social media? Explore how communities are coming together to support truth, quality news and information, and healthier online discourse.
Challenge 30-60 minutes Who controls our classrooms? #SRLShorts These responses will be uploaded to SRL’s Tiktok, IG reels and YouTube shorts in our new monthly #SRLShorts series. DEADLINE: March 19th.
Project 4-6 Weeks Life after prison: how young people are affected by the criminal justice system Share stories from young people impacted by incarceration
Lesson 2-4 weeks Recording Oral History Interview a family member or friend with a unique perspective on a historical event.
Project 4-6 Weeks "ON OUR MINDS” SEASON 3: Podcast and Audio Storytelling Students will report and produce stories and interviews about the teen experience.