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Service/Learning Project Kopperl ISD is dedicated to providing its students with a sound background in the basic skills, instilling a sense of personal worth, and providing educational experiences that encourage students to achieve their full potential. At the same time we strive to prepare the students to assume the roles necessary to become contributing, productive, and responsible citizens. What
is Service Learning? · An instructional method that integrates community service with classroom instruction. · A way of teaching that enhances the curriculum to make it more meaningful and relevant to students. · An experiential teaching and learning method in which students apply knowledge and skills learned in the classroom to real life situations. · Learning with a clear purpose that connects students’ interests to solving problems and meeting real issues in the community. In
other words… Service Learning is a teaching and learning approach that integrates community service with academic study to enrich learning, teach civic responsibility, and strengthen communities. Service learning
can be guided towards effectiveness using a 5-point method known
as STARS. · Student
Initiative · Thoughtful
Service · Authentic
Learning · Reflective Practice · Sustainable
Partnerships Why do Service Learning? Research indicates that quality Service Learning programs can: · Improve academic achievement and reduce risky behavior · Increase scores on the state basic skills tests · Increase attendance · Increase classroom participation and improve problem solving skills · Increase positive and respectful relationships with peers and teachers · Promote a commitment to service, now and later in life · Promote the development of committed citizens In
the School year 2002-2003 the Senior Class built a
24’ X 30’ covered pavilion with 2-20’ picnic tables as
their Senior Legacy Project. The 2005-2006 Senior Class added a stage/auditorium to one end of the Basketball Pavilion and a fence around the perimeter of the park. The projects for the 2005-2006 School Year included: sidewalks, brick underpinning beneath the stage and steps, as well as a 12-12' extension to the Picnic Pavilion with a large brick barbecue pit. The 2006-2007 senior class painted a patriotic mural on the sides of the well house the High School Ag. classes built. The Art and Family and Consumer Science classes transplanted native flowers into the boxes that were built by the Spanish classes. The 2007 senior class also built a larger flower box and planted annuals that were donated by community members Cyndi and Duane Hutson, as well as senior Kameron Kemp, and community partner Ace Hardware of Meridian. This year, the 2007-2008 plans are to add nature and fitness trails as well as a hedgerow and information center on the Corps of Engineer's Legacy Park expansion property. Anticipated
benefits to Students, School, and Community · Provide continued growth in creating a nurturing and safe
environment for students, staff, and community members · Provide an additional outlet and location for extra
curricular activities · Increase community involvement and interest in
student and school activities · Promote pride, leadership, teamwork, enthusiasm,
dedication and motivation within each participating student as
well as the entire student body and community · Learn the importance of goal setting, volunteer work,
civic responsibility, and commitment to strong work ethics · Beautification of our town · Act as inspiration for the expansion and refurbishment of
our town and area Proposed Activities Students will Perform and Expectations for Learning · The students will learn the importance of goal setting,
volunteer work, commitment to strong work ethics, the value of
Service Learning, and will have the satisfaction of knowing they
have helped to both improve and beautify their community. · The Art and Family & Consumer Science departments
will be instrumental in the overall conception of the project
with its values and services provided to the community and
school. The goals to be achieved will be conceived and outlined.
The classes will learn about landscape design and drawing,
actual hands-on layout and construction, as well as becoming
aware of the numerous professional occupations associated with
the undertaking of this project. · The Ag classes will learn more about welding,
wood-working, cement work, and all the necessary skills required
in determining materials needed and the manner of manipulating
them into a sound structure. · The
Computer & Technology students will incorporate hands-on
activities in creating and designing effective presentations and
handouts including
brochures, Power Point presentations, and videos. · The Theatre Arts & Drama Club students will be
influential in the basic design and floor plan of the
stage/auditorium, which will include choice of materials,
lighting, and partitions. Community
Partners and the Roles They Will Play in the Project · County Commissioner, Ray Worley (asphalt, leveling of
land) · Mrs. Driskill (donations for Sr. Legacy Project and
advisor) · Service Learning Center at Region 12, Janette Scott
(support help and evaluating effectiveness of Service/Learning
project) · Bosque County Collection (historical data resource and
county-wide community improvements) · Corps of Engineers (lease of Corps land to make the
expansion project a
reality) · Trinity Materials (contribute landscaping materials and
site for garbage disposal) · Ron & Marion Carlisle (contribute landscaping materials) · Kopperl PTO (sharing expenses for publication of Kopperl Eagle Flyer) · Glenn Polley (consultant for landscaping projects) · Douglas Day (back hoe work) · Numerous community members, too many to mention
(volunteer time, services, equipment, donations, and dollars) |