The superintendent will provide an overview of the district's direction in service learning. Presented by Michael Krumm, Sue Severson, Jane Fideler, and student Lindsey Severson, Ballard Community Schools. This session will introduce participants to two applications of statewide initiatives. Project ideas, practical strategies for implementation, and many handouts will be shared. Over 100 volunteers from students to retired citizens participate.
Young citizens know the joy of volunteering through curriculum service learning activities.
Together We Create Dreams and Build Careers. A panel from Northern Trails AEA 2 presents their application of Iowa Education Initiatives. Come join a group of community people and educators as they share their experiences with the Character Education Learning model. It also places character education into the context of the bigger picture of school improvement and is not viewed as a separate initiative. The workshop will be led by teens from the State 4-H Council.