The learner will:

• identify core democratic values .
• explain types of community governments and describe how they work, including direct and representative democracy .
• through role-playing, resolve conflicts in the classroom by making rules, laws and developing procedures for effective classroom management.
• describe the benefits of group cooperation .
• understand that along with the rights we receive as citizens, we have responsibilities .
• express and demonstrate knowledge of his/her rights and responsibilities as a citizen of a community.
• identify key elements of communities.
• explain what makes a school community .
• identify key elements of community governments and describe how they work.
• demonstrate concepts of civic responsibility, civic virtue and common good .
• participate in all elements of the identified service-learning activity.

Learners will have the opportunity to express their understanding of content and philanthropy objectives through the following avenues:

Creative writing

Informational writing

Drama

Writings

Class books, written and illustrated by learners

On-Going Reflection

Personal and group evaluation of the service-learning activity

Completion of Needs Assessment

Secure site location for the service activity at least ten days prior to the activity. Consult with district and local administration to secure proper permits for travel, parent release forms for picture taking of student activity, etc.