Carol Riser

Riser designed the winning project, "Utopian Quest," for students to investigate historic utopian societies. Students at Jackson County Early College High School will use their knowledge to create their own society complete with social, political, economic, and moral systems. The experience will be documented. The class will select occupations for each student and use proper telecommunication systems. Students will also write a Declaration of Utopian Commitment. The "Utopian Quest" project will give students the opportunity to discuss propaganda techniques, anti-utopia, conformity, and other related concepts. Riser, who lives in Webster, is presenting an opportunity for students to improve research and writing skills and develop critical thinking abilities.