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We explore the difference volunteers make in our world. Youth recognize that even they can volunteer and make a difference in their community.
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Unit: Our Land
Unit: Urban EdVenture Course by the Westminster Schools
Grades:
5
To have students go through an experience that mimics the multiple steps and importance of clear communication between parties necessary in planning and carrying out a service learning project.
Our classes do “The Beast” game as we prepare for our grade-wide service...
Grades:
5
Using different approaches, the group develops a working understanding of the definition of philanthropy.
Author: Urban EdVenture Faculty
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Unit: We ARE the Government
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Grades:
6
7
8
In this lesson, learners read primary documents that illustrate the motivations of the founding fathers of the United States related to philanthropy (government by the people, advocacy, civil rights, shared power). We have a long history of demanding civil rights for a population that was...
Unit: Surviving the Depression
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Grades:
9
10
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Using primary source images and interviews, participants learn about life and economics during the Great Depression and how different sectors of society contributed to bringing the country out of this dark period.
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Unit: Tikkun Olam (Private-Religious)
Grades:
9
10
11
12
The purpose of this lesson is to identify the essence of an imperfect world and the rationale for why the world needs improvement.
Unit: Grow Involved 6-8
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Grades:
6
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Young people learn about environmental stewardship and its importance to all people. They carry out a service project that demonstrates environmental stewardship.
Unit: Challenging Social Boundaries
Grades:
9
10
11
12
Through two readings, we learn about racist attitudes and practices in the transportation systems that were supported by Jim Crow laws in the 1940s South. When Rosa Parks refused to give up her seat, it was a final stand after years of injustice and continuous acts of protest. We learn how her...
Unit: Philanthropy 101 Course of The Westminster Schools
Grades:
11
12
To create student awareness about philanthropy in daily life throughout the world using a variety of topics and sources.
Unit: Why Do We Have a Census?
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Grades:
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This secondary lesson explains what the U.S. Census is and why it is important for everyone. Every ten years, we count everyone who is living in the U.S., from babies to the oldest people. This gives our government a clear idea of who is using services and where we have growth or decrease in...