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NSLC Reflection Video
Submitted by servicewire on Tue, 04/07/2009 - 11:18
Take a look at the awesome reflection video that New Foundations Charter School put together!
New Castle Jr/Sr High School is Best of the Best!
Submitted by servicewire on Fri, 03/20/2009 - 19:21
State Farm Awards Celebration Begins!
Submitted by servicewire on Fri, 03/20/2009 - 19:19
The 20th Annual National Service-Learning Conference State Farm Awards Celebration has begun and I am coming to you live from the Country Music Hall of Fame! We’ve got a beautiful night and a wonderful crowd. Stay tuned to hear the 2009 Project Ignition Best of the Best!Stephen BrokawState Farm Education Leadership
Meet a Top Ten Finalist: Fleming County High School
Submitted by servicewire on Fri, 03/20/2009 - 14:59
Our last finalist is Fleming County High School from Flemingsburg, Kentucky. Last year, they were a Project Ignition Top 25 team and this year they made it into the Top 10 with their innovative work. Their community has been struck hard by the tragedy of teen driving deaths – they have lost 12 teens in the last 7 years.
Hip Hop Workshop reflection
Submitted by servicewire on Fri, 03/20/2009 - 13:45
I just finished presenting my workshop REMIX:HIP-HOP Service Learning. This workshop means a lot to me and I have spent a lot of time in the making up of this workshop. It was amazing to see so many people at the workshop(we even had to turn 40 people away!). I was so proud of the participants and how they trusted the other participants and me to showcase their arts. The workshop inspired me to continue doing the work that I do. It went phenomenal and so many young people were coming up to me, asking and pondering about how they can get involved and do more in their communities.
Your Time to Act!
Submitted by servicewire on Fri, 03/20/2009 - 13:36
On Monday, the U.S. Senate will vote on the Serve America Act (S. 277) which moves us one step closer to reaching a major goal to strengthen schools and communities across the country.But, we NEED your help! Join the campaign to ensure that the voices of the service-learning community are heard among decision-makers in Congress and in the Obama Administration.Here are 5 things everyone -- students, teachers and community leaders - can do to contribute to the effort.
Meet a Top Ten Finalist: Payson High School
Submitted by servicewire on Fri, 03/20/2009 - 13:10
Payson High School from Payson, Arizona designed their Project Ignition program "tnk B4 u drV" to educate teens on the dangers of using cell phones and changing music while driving as well as the dangers of driving under the influence. To accomplish this, they used football games, programs, assemblies, posters, video messages, announcements, and classroom participation.
Meet a Top Ten Finalist: Owen Valley High School
Submitted by servicewire on Fri, 03/20/2009 - 12:54
Meet a Top Ten Finalist: Medina Valley High School
Submitted by servicewire on Fri, 03/20/2009 - 12:10
Our first finalist to meet this fine Friday morning in Nashville is Medina Valley High School from Castroville, Texas. Their "Split Second" program is focused on teaching teens that an accident can be caused by a split second of inattention. Their student team put together myriad activities to stress the importance of paying attention while you're driving and also the importance of being a good passenger.
Dancing in Their Seats
Submitted by servicewire on Fri, 03/20/2009 - 10:59
What an electrifying opening address! The talented musical performance by Up with People had everyone out of their seats and dancing for change. Change requires inspiration and energy -- two elements that are in abundant supply this week at the show.As student leaders, educators and service-learning advocates collaborate, share best practices and make plans for future projects, our hope is that they have do so with renewed energy and commitment.
