Society


 * Contributing to Society**

Students need to become connected to local and world issue in order to develop empathy and become responsible members of a community. They need to be given opportunities to make a difference. Students should also be able to discuss the issues and be able to brainstorm solutions to the issues. Students should be able to create ways to make changes in their environment or society in order to make a difference.


 * Visit the Web site [|www.kiva.com] to explore learning about social responsibility opportunities.
 * Class projects that involve making a difference in their community such as a food drive or volunteer opportunity
 * Adopt a charity. Present the mission of their charity to other classes. Set up fundraising opportunities for the charity.
 * Research, create and adopt a plan to create a "green" school.