Focus Areas
Learning The LEAGUE provides access to more than 1,300 K-12 classroom lesson plans on giving, service and civic engagement. Educator resources are developed by its curriculum division, Learning to Give, the worlds leading curriculum on youth service and character education. Each LEAGUE Event Lesson also includes Learning Links – 10 five-minute activities that reinforce the lesson, and a selection of post-service reflection activities.
Service The LEAGUE event season calendar (major events, LEAGUE Wildcards and Open Wildcards) provides the class, school and students ways to get involved in making a difference in the community. The LEAGUE encourages service experiences for students to be engaged in service-learning.
The major events include:
| Month | Event | Civic Concern Addressed |
|---|---|---|
| October | One Day | Volunteering & Service |
| November | The Drive | Hunger & Homelessness |
| January | King Day | Caring, Respect & Fairness |
| April | Earth Day | Environmental Stewardship |
Participants can also conduct WildCard events by developing a service project specific to the needs of their community.
Training Marjorie S. & Max M. Fisher Training Camp The LEAGUE provides professional development for teachers on how to engage in The LEAGUE program, service learning, civic engagement, and character education. Training is offered online through The LEAGUE website.
Recognition The LEAGUE Award System is a threshold-based model in which everyone can achieve success and recognition. Acknowledgment starts with the most minimal participation level, encouraging students to practice service and giving.
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