The learners identify a common area where trash accumulates and plan a clean-up project. 

Youth make a chart of how they typically spend a free day and then envision what that same free day would look like when it is infused with philanthropy. They plan a free day, substituting their usual routine with activities that serve the community. They discuss the benefits and opportunity costs involved in sacrificing personal time for the common good of their community. 

Youth learn about the work of African American inventors who had a positive influence on society by contributing scientific innovation for the common good.

Learners explore the contributions and recommendations of Benjamin Franklin as a person who engaged in active citizenship.

We learn about the ancient Aztec culture in Mexico. 

From books and research, young people read about the Aztec Empire practice of human sacrifice, which was seen as a gift to help the community. Discuss the concept of sacrifice for the common good and debate individual rights and community responsibility when taking action for the common good. 

We learn about organizations that responded to needs and increased social awareness during the Civil War and Reconstruction.

Using award-winning literature, the learners describe and analyze racism in Mississippi during the Great Depression. The readers identify the injustices in the community as well as the values and self-respect that build community relationships and strength. 

We examine the Core Values of American Democracy and discuss their importance and where we are exposed to them and practice them throughout life.