Movies that Matter: Film Screenings for Schools

Middle and high school classes view award-winning documentaries that explore current social issues such as civil rights, representation, and identity. Screenings invite students to explore the lived experiences of others, and offer powerful opportunities to connect personally with the stories on screen. Each day of film screenings features post-film discussions and a pizza lunch.

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Speak (2025)

For Grades 6-12

Screening and Q&A

Speak captures the passion, joy, and courage of five unforgettable teens using their voices to change hearts and minds. The film follows the nation’s top teenage speech competitors as they craft and perform original oratories that deal with current social issues–including gender and sexuality, mental health, racism, and disability rights–in personal and meaningful ways. Content Warning: This film contains some explicit language.