Grades:
11
12
To expose students to the history and philosophy of generosity in order to better understand why and how we should be generous.
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Unit: Philanthropy 101 Course of The Westminster Schools
Unit: Healthy Youth, Healthy Community (9-12)
Grades:
9
10
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12
Students collaboratively choose a community health need to address, plan the logistics for their service project, and document their planning process.
Unit: It's Goin' Down; The Rain Forest
Grades:
6
7
8
Researching from the perspective of one type of scientist, youth become experts on the attributes of a tropical rainforest as well as the threats to its health and impact on the globe. Youth work in teams of four to make a collage poster and presentation.
Unit: Environment: Sustaining Our World
Grades:
6
7
8
This lesson raises awareness of water quality and responsible management of water resources around the world. We explore the issue of safe water and the responsibilities of a global citizen to assure all people have safe drinking water.
Unit: Nonprofits in Our World and Community (3-5)
Grades:
3
4
5
Students will distinguish the nonprofit sector from the for-profit sector.
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Unit: Black History IS American History
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K
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We are made by history. In this activity, youth read the stories of philanthropic African Americans and influential related events that made America what it is today. Then they create a virtual Pop-Up Museum as an advocacy service project in which they tell stories of Black history and philanthropy.
Unit: Diet and the Environment
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Grades:
9
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The learner develops an awareness of alternative, earth-friendly ways to eat. This lesson encourages the learners to evaluate how their food choices affect the environment. Youth identify ways organic and processed foods contribute to their health as well as the health of our world.
Unit: Quiet Contamination of Our Waters
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K
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Youth learn about the toxic ingredients in personal care products and take action to protect local waterways from the effects of the chemicals.
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Unit: Our Class, Our Earth
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Grades:
K
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Children gain a feeling of ownership and responsibility for the care of the environment in their school and community.
Unit: Philanthropic Literature
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Grades:
K
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A read-aloud book teaches about George Washington Carver and his contributions to science. Students gain an understanding of a famous person of the past and the importance of his actions for the common good.