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To show how active citizens can make a difference in a community.
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Unit: Philanthropy and You
Unit: Philanthropy in History
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Students will give examples of philanthropy as they relate to public libraries. The lesson also will demonstrate the importance of books in a democratic society.
Unit: Raising Resources
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The purpose of this lesson is to have students identify why private resources are needed when volunteering and/or serving the community.
Unit: Philanthropic Movements in the United States to 1900
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Learners will describe how communities were aided by the philanthropy of late nineteenth century industrialists.
Unit: Philanthropy 101 Course of The Westminster Schools
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An annual speaker introduces students to those in the greater community who are recognized for their philanthropic contributions to society.
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Unit: Community Impact
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Students explore the choices they have and the influences that make up their identity. They choose a method of presentation to share a representation of their identities and how their identities contribute to the common good.
Unit: Small Steps; Great Journeys (12th Grade)
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Students learn the elements of the political process, such as advocating for candidates and current issues. The learners articulate how this action is a demonstration of responsible citizenship and how advocating for one's beliefs is a demonstration of a citizen's rights. Voting is a method to...
Unit: We the People... Project
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Students compare the actions of early leaders to their own responsibility to be civically responsible. This discussion and writing activity helps students clarify the citizen's role in philanthropy as voluntary action for common good....
Unit: Be the Change: Environment
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Students read about and discuss issues related to pollution, waste management, and recycling. They collect and analyze physical data about the type and amount of litter in a neighborhood park or region. They are challenged to come up with a plan to reduce the amount of litter in their...
Unit: Philanthropists in the Community (5th Grade)
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Students examine the possibilities for philanthropy in the many communities to which they belong from family to national. They learn about some nationally recognized philanthropists and their contributions of time, talent, or treasure. ...