OREO (opinion, reason, example, reinforce opinion) opinionated writing activities for high school students 

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Potential topics for a high school-themed opinion writing:

Should high schools require students to wear uniforms? Share your thoughts on whether or not mandatory school uniforms would be beneficial for high school students.

Should high schools offer more vocational training programs? Discuss whether or not high schools should provide more opportunities for students to gain practical, job-specific skills.

Is homework necessary in high school? Argue for or against the idea that homework is an essential part of high school education.

Should high schools offer more courses in personal finance and money management? Share your thoughts on whether or not high schools should make financial literacy a mandatory part of their curriculum.

Should high schools have a later start time? Discuss whether or not pushing back the start times of high schools would be beneficial for students' health and academic performance.

Should high schools offer more mental health support for students? Argue for or against the idea that high schools should provide more resources and services to support students' mental health and well-being.

Should high schools allow students to choose their own courses? Share your thoughts on whether or not high schools should give students more freedom to design their own academic paths.

Should high schools offer more courses in computer science and coding? Discuss whether or not high schools should prioritize technology education in their curriculum.

Should high schools eliminate class rankings? Argue for or against the idea that class rankings create unnecessary competition and stress among students.

Should high schools offer more options for online learning? Share your thoughts on whether or not high schools should provide more opportunities for students to learn online or through remote learning.