A group of 11 eighth grade students are studying adversity and had
watched a preview for the independent film, "Girl Rising." The
documentary sheds light on young girls throughout the world who lack
access to simple basic rights like an access to education.
Mrs. Rayson’s students have arranged a screening of the film through
hard work and determination. Their work included the creation of
graphics, posters, interviews, a newscast, and grant writing to the D123
Education Foundation.
What parents need to know
Parents need to know that Girl Rising is an informative, educational
documentary about the lives of impoverished girls living in countries
where education for girls isn't a priority. Directed by Oscar-nominated
documentarian Richard Robbins (Operation Homecoming) and narrated by
A-list stars including Meryl Streep, Anne Hathaway, and Selena Gomez,
the film explores the dangerous inequalities that girls and young women
face in parts of the world. Some of the segments deal with intense and
disturbing topics including slavery, child marriage, rape, and human
trafficking. There are matter-of-fact discussions of these issues, but
nothing graphic is shown.
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For more information about "Girl Rising", please click on the link below:
http://www.commonsensemedia.org/movie-reviews/girl-rising
