| 1. |
Effective service-learning efforts strengthen service and
academic learning. |
| 2. |
Model service-learning provides concrete
opportunities for youth to learn new skills, to think critically and
to test new roles in an environment which encourages risk-taking and
rewards competence. |
| 3. |
Preparation and reflection are essential elements in
service-learning. |
| 4. |
Students' efforts are recognized by their peers and the
community they serve. |
| 5. |
Students are involved in the planning. |
| 6. |
The service students perform makes a meaningful contribution to
the community. |
| 7. |
Effective service-learning integrates systematic formative and
summative evaluation. |
| 8. |
Service- learning connects school and its community in new and
positive ways. |
| 9. |
Service-learning is understood and supported as
an integral element in the life of a school and its community.
Skilled adult guidance and supervision is essential to the success
of service-learning. |
| 10. |
Pre-service and staff development which includes
the philosophy and methodology of service-learning best ensure that
program quality and continuity are maintained. |
