Then, rather than trying to get everyone to embrace project development simultaneously, I'd suggest starting with those people who are interested and giving them the support they need to initiate successful pilot efforts. At least, that's been our experience. Linda V. Rivera told Education World that she thinks teachers need to get involved and do some research. It's not too late to apply to be National Service-Learning Leader School. Hopeful schools need to apply to a state-level review panel that selects the state's finalists.
Finalists then prepare a portfolio demonstrating their excellence in service-learning.
A national peer review panel will screen the portfolio next spring. Applications for state review are now available. This newsletter by the Corporation for National Service includes news on service-learning schools, the AmeriCorps, and community service projects around the country. You'll find a wealth of information on service-learning here, including resources, links, and a database of projects. You'll need the free Adobe Acrobat Reader to read this report issued by Brandeis University.