Grades:
9
10
11
12
As a group we identify a basic textbook definition of good citizenship, including the classic Roman concept of civic virtue (putting the common good above individual need).
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Unit: Civic Virtue in Modern American Democracy
Unit: Johnny Be Good (1st Grade)
Grades:
K
1
2
Students will define philanthropy and identify ways in which Johnny Appleseed acted as a philanthropist through environmental stewardship. After identifying ways in which they personally act as philanthropists, they will raise awareness of philanthropy in the school and home.
Unit: Character Education: Courage (Grade 6)
Grades:
6
7
8
Students reflect in writing on one of two quotes about courage. Or they write about courage they will need to act on an issue in the future.
Unit: Character Education: Self-Discipline (Grade 6)
Grades:
6
7
8
The students will set a personal goal and make a plan for using self-discipline to meet the goal. They will reflect on their level of self-discipline and their determination to increase that level as they mature.
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Unit: Character Education: Honesty (Grade 8)
Grades:
6
7
8
Learners reflect on issues that people tend to look the other way from to avoid facing difficult situations. They write an honest reflection on issues they can take action to address.
Grades:
6
7
8
Students explore ways to be honest in communication, writing with clear purpose and honest intent.
Unit: Character Education: Caring (Grade 7)
Grades:
6
7
8
Learners reflect on simple doable actions that can make a difference to at least one person, and maybe make a bigger difference as the kindness is passed on.
Unit: Character Education: Responsibility (Grade 6)
Grades:
6
7
8
Through a choice of prompts, the students will reflect on and express their understanding of being responsible.
Unit: Sports Legends and Philanthropy: Intro. to Philanthropy Unit (11th)
Grades:
9
10
11
12
The learners will identify philanthropists and their actions. They will apply this knowledge to recognize local philanthropists and the impact of their actions, and to identify acts of philanthropy they can do.
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Unit: Sports Legends and Philanthropy—Jackie Robinson, Arthur Ashe, and Jackie Joyner-Kersee
Grades:
9
10
11
12
To introduce students to famous people who have acted for the public good and to identify how philanthropy affects the public good.