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Leadership and Service Learning
Unit 3
Service Learning
Tonja BoldingLakeside High SchoolPhotos provided by Tammie Elliot-Nashville
2008
1. brainstorming-listing all possible ideas without judging or eliminating any
2. charity – generosity and helpfulness especially toward the needy or suffering; an institution engaged in relief of the poor
3. civic organization- a group working toward the betterment of humanity
4. commitment – an agreement or pledge to do something, the desire to finish a project, task or goal
5. compassion – deep awareness of the suffering of another with the desire to relieve it
6. corporation – an association of employers and employees in a basic industry or of members of a profession organized as an unit for political representation
7. dedication – personal commitment or setting aside of resources for a specific purpose
8. determination – the act of making a firm decision
9. donation – the giving of a gift especially to a charity or public institution, a free contribution
10. foundation – an organization or institution established by endowment
3.1 Define terms related to service learning
11. goals- something a person wants to have or to achieve, and is willing to work for
12. grant – a giving of funds for a specific purpose13. humanitarian – a person promoting human welfare and social reform14. network – an extended group of people with similar interests or
concerns who interact and remain in informal contact for mutual assistance or support
15. nonprofit organization – not conducted or maintained for the purpose of making a profit
16. philanthropy – goodwill to fellowmen: active effort to promote human welfare
17. planning process- a five step method to help FCCLA members and advisers plan individual, group or chapter activities
18. respect – to feel or show regard for others19. service learning – a teaching method that combines meaningful
service to the community through curriculum-based learning2o. volunteer – to willingly agree to perform a task or service to others
without pay; someone who agrees to perform such tasks or services21. work ethic – a personal commitment to doing your very best as part of
the workplace team
It is a teaching method that combines meaningful service to the community through curriculum-based learning.
Characteristics of Service Learning
• Links to academic content and standards • Involves young people in helping to determine
and meet real, defined community needs • Is reciprocal in nature, benefiting both the
community and the service providers by combining a service experience with a learning experience
• Can be used in any subject area so long as it is appropriate to learning goal
• Works at all ages, even among young children
Importance of Service Learning
• Promotes learning through active participation in service experiences
• Provides structured time for students to reflect by thinking, discussing and/or writing about their service experience
• Provides an opportunity for students to use skills and knowledge in real-life situations
• Extends learning beyond the classroom and into the community
• Fosters a sense of caring for others
Reflection & Journaling
• An important part of Service Learning includes:
….make meaningful connections between service experience and course content that challenges and guides students in (1) examining critical issues related to the service-learning project, (2) connecting the service experience to coursework, (3) enhancing the development of civic skills and values, and (4) assisting students in finding personal relevance in the work.
• What do I expect to get out of this experience (purpose/goals/ideals)? • What part was most challenging? • What part did you find surprising? • How was I of service?
WHAT?
SO WHAT?
• What am I learning about others and myself? • What impact did my project have? • What are the relationship between my community service "world" and my other "worlds"? • What values, opinions, decisions have been made or changed through this experience?
NOW WHAT?
• Is it important to me to stay involved in the community?
• What changes would I make in this experience if it were repeated?
• Will I continue to be of service?
3.2 Examine various types of service organizations
Service organizations are voluntary non-profit organizations where members meet regularly to perform charitable works either by
direct hands-on efforts or by raising money for other
organizations.
Not conducted or maintained for the purpose of making a profit.
3.2.1 Compile a list of appropriate service organizations including website, mailing address, phone numbers and contact names3.2.2 Research a non-profit organization, charity or civic organization
Any person who promotes human welfare and social reform.
3.2.3 Research a humanitarian, philanthropist or famous person who endorses or supports a cause, charity or issue
Goodwill to fellow men or an active effort to promote human welfare.
3.2.3 Research a humanitarian, philanthropist or famous person who endorses or supports a cause, charity or issue
Generosity and helpfulness especially toward the needy or suffering; an institution
engaged in relief to the poor.
3.2.3 Research a humanitarian, philanthropist or famous person who endorses or supports a cause, charity or issue
People who willingly agree to perform a task or service to others without pay.
3.3 State reasons for participating in service learning activities.
So what can I do to help?
The giving of a gift especially to a charity or public institution,
a free contribution
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Teaching DollPillows
Tote BagBopper Pillow Fabric Envelope Stocking
FREE sewing pattern available
Hats are very important to prevent heat loss.
Preemie Knitted Bootie Pattern
DIAPER SHIRTS
These loose fitting diaper shirts are
made to fit preemie through newborns sizes. The open, tied fronts allow for
ease of access for the tubes and monitoring devices that are often required when a newborn is in the
NICU.
3 piece Tee-shirt using soft interlock knit fabric
These T-Shirts are used in the NICU to dress little patients. With front opening, they are easily accessible to check tubes and wires. It's always pleasant for Moms to see their babies dressed. Plastic snaps, Velcro, or ties can be used for closure.
Butterfly Shirt
Butterfly shirt comes in different sizes. This garment is open in the front, has no side seams and with its unique design, allows nurses easy access to check heart monitors,
IV's, tubes and wires, without having to undress or handle little patients.
Newborn and Preemie Jogging Suit SHIRT AND KNIT CAP
NEONATAL POSITIONING DEVICE(SNAKES)
A Heavenly Snake. When the baby is placed into the isolette, this tube of fabric is curled around the infant creating an environment similar to the womb. This has a calming effect on the child, helps to eliminate heat loss, and serves as a support for tubes and monitoring device cables. They are in great demand in the NICU’s and help the baby feel secure and "tucked in". Parents are allowed to take them home when the baby ‘graduates" from the hospital. Since the item resembles a snake, we make it look like one too, and then baby has a toy when he no longer needs the comfort of the nest.
This Preemie Cuddler is designed to be warm and soft to cuddle premature babies who are too medically fragile to be held. The Cuddler has been approved by several NICU groups for use in hospitals.
This keepsake hankie is given to mothers who experience a miscarriage, stillborn birth or death of a newborn and have no memento of their lost child. These mothers go home empty handed and full of grief. It's important for many of these mothers to know that someone else considered "her baby" to be more than just a fetus. These hankies, while small, are something tangible that can be held on to. Therefore, it is important to make these items very special. The hankie can be store bought or hand made.
“Mother’s Tears” Hankie
Burial Gown and Bonnet
BURIAL LAYETTE
Heirloom Bonnet
Fetal Demise Pouch
The fetal demise pouch is used for deceased infants that are too small or fragile to be dressed for burial.
The Care Bags Foundation provides bags filled with new essential, helpful, fun, safe, and age appropriate items for children/youth (ages baby-18 yrs.) who are in need.
www.carebags4kids.org
Walker Tote or CaddyAdult BibLap Robe
Wheelchair Tote
A care cloth is a wash cloth which holds a toothbrush, comb, razor and sample sizes of toothpaste, shampoo, and soap tied up with ribbon.
More VolunteersFor a project in their (Wethersfield, CT) Civics class, Chelsea, Devin and Laura had to perform 10 hours of community service work. They chose to work with the CUREchief® Foundation, where they had to learn to use a serger (a specialized sewing machine used for finishing edges on fabric), how to cut fabric to make CUREchief® and how to package the finished CUREchiefs for delivery. In a mere 10 hours, the girls were able to produce over 200 CUREchief®. Great job, girls! Thank you!
Can one person really make a difference?
Alexandra Scott
Lance Armstrong Foundation has raised over $30 million for cancer research since 1997
A Lawn Chair on Wheels!
Total cost from the factory to the field: $44.40 each
Free Wheelchair Mission has provided over ONE MILLION free wheelchairs for mobility,restoring dignity and giving people a chance for a better life in third world countries.
Don Schoendorfer,
Costa Mesa, California
Oral Lee Brown, East Oakland, California
Realtor-$40,000 a year
Since 1997, Oprah, along with celebrity contributions, sponsors and her viewers have helped raise over $27 million for scholarships, to build schools in ten countries, purchase school uniforms, shoes and school supplies.
Her latest project: Viewers donated $9 million for the Christmas Kindness South Africa initiative.
The Foundation provides support to families whose child is affected by craniosynostosis, a congenital or birth defect that causes an abnormally shaped skull.
Sickle Cell Disease Association Of America, Inc.
Spokesperson: Tionne “T-Boz” Watkins
A Million Thanks is a year-round campaign to show our U.S. Military Men and Women, past and present, our appreciation for their sacrifices, dedication, and service to our country through our letters, emails, cards, prayers, and thoughts.
Shauna Fleming founded A Million Thanks
Fourteen-year-old Alison Goulder, Scottsdale, Arizona, collected over 28,000 beanie babies for U.S. troops to give to Iraqi children, earning her a visit to the Pentagon to be thanked personally by then-Deputy Defense Secretary Paul Wolfowitz and Air Force Gen. Richard B. Myers, chairman of the Joint Chief of Staff.
Oskar Schindler (third from left) used his connections with German officials to protect and save over 1,200 of his Jewish employees during WWII. He used his own money to bribe German officials and to feed his employees.
(listing all possible ideas without judging or eliminating any)
People over 65 were asked,
'If you could live your life over, what would you do differently?'
They said three things:
'I'd take time to stop and ask the big questions.
I'd be more courageous and take more risks in work and love.
I'd try to live with purpose--to make a difference.'
Honoring Americans Who Make a Difference by Volunteering
Award recipients receive:• An official President’s Volunteer Service
Award pin• A personalized certificate of achievement
• A note of congratulations from the President of the United States
• A letter from the President’s Council on Service and Civic Participation
Presidential Volunteer Service AwardBronze Level50 to 74 hours
Presidential Volunteer Service AwardSilver Level75 to 99 hours
Presidential Volunteer Service AwardGold Level100 hours or more
Kids (Ages up to 14)
Honoring Americans Who Make a Difference by Volunteering
Award recipients receive:• An official President’s Volunteer Service
Award pin• A personalized certificate of achievement
• A note of congratulations from the President of the United States
• A letter from the President’s Council on Service and Civic Participation
Presidential Volunteer Service AwardBronze Level100 to 174 hours
Presidential Volunteer Service AwardSilver Level175 to 249 hours
Presidential Volunteer Service AwardGold Level250 hours or more
Teens (Ages 15 to 25)
Honoring Americans Who Make a Difference by Volunteering
Presidential Volunteer Service Award--All Ages4,000 hours or more of volunteer service (over a lifetime)
Bronze, Silver & Gold Awards are also available for families and groups
The Presidential Freedom Scholarships promote student service and civic engagement. This scholarship recognizes high school students for outstanding leadership in service to their community and neighbors.
High school students across the nation are solving the problems in their communities, demonstrating compassion for others, and servicing those who need support. The President has called upon Americans to serve their communities and the nation. Many students have answered that call to service. Outstanding high school students are eligible for recognition through a Presidential Freedom Scholarship.
Since 1997, over 37,000 students from every state in the nation, the District of Columbia, U.S. territories, and Department of Defense overseas schools have been recognized. Each high school in the country may select up to two students - juniors or seniors - to receive a $1,000 scholarship in recognition of outstanding leadership in service to their community. With funds appropriated by Congress, the Corporation for National and Community Service provides $500 for each scholarship, which must be matched with at least $500 secured by the participating school from a community or faith-based organization, a business, civic group or other local funding source.
Any current high school junior who meets the following qualifications is eligible:
Is enrolled in an accredited public or private high school in the United States Has at least 2.75 cumulative grade point average (GPA) on a 4.0 scale for the 9th
and 10th grades Demonstrates accomplishments in Leadership and Community Service and has
faced a significant roadblock or challenge.
How Much Are Scholarships Worth?
State ScholarshipsUp to 300 Awards—$2,500 each
National ScholarshipsUp to Ten Awards—$25,000 each
Who is Eligible for the Tribute Award?
The Prudential Spirit of Community Awards honor young people in middle level and high school grades for outstanding volunteer service to their communities. Created in 1995 by Prudential Financial in partnership with the National Association of Secondary School Principals (NASSP), the awards constitute the United States' largest youth recognition program based solely on volunteering. Over the past 11 years, the program has honored more than 70,000 young volunteers at the local, state and national level.
Clay Aiken ABLE to SERVE AwardsAccess the US and International applications at: http://www.ysa.org/awards/award_grant.cfm Deadline - typically mid-February The Youth Service America and The Bubel Aiken Foundation are proud to announce the Clay Aiken ABLE to SERVE Awards, offering twenty-five grants up to $1,000 each to encourage young people with disabilities, between the ages of 5 and 22, to plan and execute service projects in the United States for National Youth Service Day.
http://www.gmsp.org The Gates Millennium Scholars (GMS), funded by a grant from the Bill &Melinda Gates Foundation, was established in 1999 to provide outstanding African American, American Indian/Alaska Natives, Asian Pacific Islander Americans, and Hispanic American students with an opportunity to complete an undergraduate college education, in all discipline areas and a graduate education for those students pursuing studies in mathematics, science, engineering, education, or library science. The goal of GMS is to promote academic excellence and to provide an opportunity for thousands of outstanding students with significant financial need to reach their fullest potential.
AT&T CARES Youth Service Action Fund
http://www.ysa.org/ Deadline: typically in FebruaryYouth Service America and AT&T have partnered to present the AT&T CARES Youth Service Action Fund, which will provide support to young people as they improve their communities through service on National Youth Service Day. Fifty grants of $500 each are available to young people (ages 5-25) and organizations to implement service projects for National Youth Service Day in April.
Students In Service Grant—an AmeriCorps-affiliated Education Award Only program—supports and encourages higher education students in their engagement in service-learning and community service activities. Upon completion of the term of service, a student in the program earns an education award. Through Students in Service, students are introduced to and participate in local, regional, and national service-learning opportunities. Opportunities include activities in the areas of tutoring/mentoring, literacy, public safety, environmental initiatives, and human services. For more information on the Washington State program, see:http://www.wacampuscompact.org/programs_communitycp.html
The Do Something BRICK Awardshttp://www.dosomething.org/brick-awards.htmThe Do Something BRICK Awards program honors and funds the efforts of dynamic leaders age 18 and under who have devised and implemented innovative solutions to problems in their local communities in the areas of community building, health, and the environment. Each BRICK winner receives an engraved brick, a $5,000 higher education scholarship, a $5,000 grant for continued community work, pro bono services, and other supportand recognition.
International Youth Foundation YouthActionNet Awardhttp://www.youthactionnet.org/minigrants.phpThe International Youth Foundation is accepts applications for its YouthActionNet Award, which provides $500 to individuals ages 18-24 who lead projects that promote social change and connect youths with local communities. Projects should have the potential for growth or duplication.
American Red Cross Woodrow Wilson Award for Exemplary Youth Volunteer Service
This award goes to a young person under 21 in recognition of his/her contributions to the American Red Cross and the community. Nominations are made by chapters. National Headquarters Awards/Recognition Committee, Red Cross National Office of Volunteers, 8111 Gate House Road, Falls Church, VA 22042. (703) 206-7410
The Gloria Barron Prize for Young Heroes honors outstanding young leaders who have made a significant positive difference to people and our planet. Their leadership and courage make them true heroes — and inspirations to us all.Each year, the Barron Prize selects ten winners nationwide. Half of the winners have focused on helping their communities and fellow beings; half have focused on protecting the health and sustainability of the environment.
The Gloria Barron Prize for Young Heroes honors outstanding young leaders who have made a significant positive difference to people and our planet. Nominees must have been the prime mover of a service activity, and demonstrated positive spirit and high moral purpose in accomplishing their goals. Winners of the Barron Prize, who may range in age from 8 to 18 years old, each receive $2,000 to be applied to their higher education or to their service project.
The goal of the Angel Soft Angels in Action Program is to encourage kids to volunteer and make a difference in the world around them.
The "Program of the Year" title is awarded to the most outstanding service project, regardless of the nominee's age, and the winner will receive $15,000. Two (2) Grand Prize winners, one in each age category (8-10, 11-15 and 16-18) will receive $10,000 and five (5) First Prize winners will receive $1,000.
In the Angel Soft® Angels in Action® Program, children and teens, ages 8-18, are recognized and rewarded for executing exemplary acts of service to benefit their community, a charity or cause.
3.4 List in order the five steps of the FCCLA planning process.
1. Identify Concerns• The Circle represents a continuous flow of ideas
and has no beginning or end. As a target, it symbolizes zeroing in on the one idea around which you would like to build a project.– Brainstorm to generate ideas, or state the activity or
problem you want to address if already determined. – Evaluate your list and narrow it down to a workable
idea or project that interests and concerns the majority or all of your members.
2. Set a Goal• The arrow stands for deciding which direction
you will take. It points toward the goal or end result.– Get a clear mental picture if what you want to
accomplish, and write your ideas down as your goal. – Make sure your goal is one that can be achieved and
evaluated. – Consider resources available to you.
3. Form a Plan• The square represents the coming together of
ideas-the who, what, where, when, and how of your plan.– Decide what needs to be done to reach your goal. – Figure out the who, what, where, when, and how. – List the abilities, skills, and knowledge required on your part. – List other available resources, such as people, places,
publications, and funds. – Make a workable timetable to keep track of your progress. – List possible barriers you might face, and develop plans if
necessary. – Decide ways to recognize your accomplishments along the way.
4. Act• The different squares in this symbol represent
the activities to be carried out to meet your goal. It represents acting on the plan.– Carry out your group or individual plan. – Use family and community members, advisors,
committees, task forces, and advisory groups when needed.
5. Follow up• The broken squares suggest examining the
project piece by piece. This symbol also represents a "window" through which to review and evaluate the plan.– Determine if your goal was met. – List ways you would improve your project or plan for
future reference. – Share and publicize your efforts with others, including
the media if appropriate. – Recognize members and thank people involved with
your project.
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