Service Learning K-12

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  • Standard 1:
    Students will understand how the needs of the community are identified or, when appropriate, will identify the needs of the community. Based on demonstrated understanding of these needs, students will actively participate in thoughtfully organized service that addresses the needs of the community as identified by the assessment.
  • Standard 2:
    Students will develop, acquire, and demonstrate curricular knowledge and skills through participation in in integrated service-learning experience.
  • Standard 3:
    Students will understand the relationship between school and community and the value of school-community partnerships. Students and teachers will collaborate with individuals and organizations in the community, when appropriate, to develop and implement meaningful service-learning experiences that reflect their understanding of school and community resources.
  • Standard 4:
    Students will understand and demonstrate civic responsibility through participation an a service-learning activity which improves the quality of life in the community.
  • Standard 5:
    Students will understand and reflect upon the significance of their service-learning experience, and how applying these skills and knowledge affects them as individuals, their own learning, and the community.