2. Key to the Future Chapter 8, Lesson 4 Warm-Up Questions CPS Questions 1 – 2 Note for teacher: Use “Pick a Student” button in CPS

3. Key to the Future  Society and Civic Responsibility  Registering to Vote  The Selective Service System (Draft)  Jury Duty  The Value of Volunteering and Community Involvement  Planning a Volunteer Event Chapter 8, Lesson 4

4. Key to the Future What qualities of America today set it apart from other countries? What do you think are the most important responsibilities Americans have toward one another and toward the nation as a whole? Chapter 8, Lesson 4 Note for teacher: Use “Pick a Student” button in CPS Photo courtesy of Shutterstock

5. Key to the Future  People make society what it is  You are part of a community  Group of people united by common government, location, interest, or activity  As you get older you connect more with society Chapter 8, Lesson 4 Photo courtesy of Shutterstock

6. Key to the Future  Selection of leaders chosen by its citizens  Elections allow each citizen to vote  You must be 18 years or older to vote  Each person gets equal vote Chapter 8, Lesson 4 Photo courtesy of Shutterstock

7. Key to the Future  US Election Assistance Commission’s (EAC) website provides answers  http://www.eac.gov/voter_resources/register _to_vote.aspx  Provides links to each state’s election board Chapter 8, Lesson 4 Photo courtesy of Shutterstock

8. Key to the Future  Obtain a registration form  Submit the form in person or via mail  Submit before the deadline  State will send a confirmation with your location to vote  Can register to vote by mail with an absentee ballot Chapter 8, Lesson 4 Photo courtesy of Shutterstock

9. Key to the Future  Your vote may be just one among many  You owe it to your country and yourself  Many elections are won or lost by close margins Chapter 8, Lesson 4 Photo courtesy of Shutterstock

10. Key to the Future  Registering to vote is not required  Failing to vote deprives you of your rights  If you do not register, you cannot vote Chapter 8, Lesson 4 Photo courtesy of Shutterstock

11. Key to the Future Chapter 8, Lesson 4 Learning Check Questions CPS Questions 3 – 4 Note for teacher: Use “Pick a Student” button in CPS

12. Key to the Future  Using the Internet, research your state’s voter registration requirements.  Answer the questions on the worksheet.  Be prepared to share your answers with the class. Chapter 8, Lesson 4

13. Key to the Future  Military draft  Selecting eligible males to serve in the military  Has not been used for 40 years  Keeps a record of all eligible men  All men must register within 30 days of turning 18  Men are eligible until age 26 Chapter 8, Lesson 4 Photo courtesy of Fotolia

14. Key to the Future  US Congress declared our strength must be assured  Selective Service System created in 1940  Some men were required to serve in Civil War  Took place for the major 20th century conflicts Chapter 8, Lesson 4

15. Key to the Future  Online  Post Office  Federal Student Financial Aid (FASFA) Form  High School Chapter 8, Lesson 4

16. Key to the Future  Fine of up to $250,000  Up to five years in prison  Disqualification from receiving federal student loans or grants  Difficulty receiving other kinds of federal aid  Difficulty getting a security clearance Chapter 8, Lesson 4 Photo courtesy of Shutterstock

17. Key to the Future  Selective Service provides list of exceptions  Military members or students of a military academy  If you have a disability - you must still register  The government would determine if you qualify Chapter 8, Lesson 4 Photo courtesy of Shutterstock

18. Key to the Future  Random lottery based on year of birth  Spend 1 year in first priority  Deferment – postponement of military service  Each year after would be in lower priority  Law requires only men to register Chapter 8, Lesson 4 Photo courtesy of Fotolia

19. Key to the Future Learning Check Questions CPS Questions 5 – 6 Note for teacher: Use “Pick a Student” button in CPS Chapter 8, Lesson 4

20. Key to the Future  Using the worksheet provided, answer the questions regarding the draft.  Be prepared to share your results with the class. Chapter 8, Lesson 4

21. Key to the Future  Jury  Group of adult citizens who listen to the evidence in a court case  Decides which side is in the right  Everyone has the right to a fair trial  Jury of regular citizens determines the outcome to make a trial fair Photo courtesy of Shutterstock Chapter 8, Lesson 4

22. Key to the Future  Jury is comprised of ordinary people from the local area  A jury is selected from a larger group of potential jurors  Most people called do not serve  You do not need to register for jury duty  Jurors are selected randomly Chapter 8, Lesson 4

23. Key to the Future  Jury Duty Summons  Legal document requiring you to appear at the court  Exemption - release from the requirement  Deferral - delay of your duty  Military service allows you to receive exemption Photo courtesy of Shutterstock Chapter 8, Lesson 4

24. Key to the Future Chapter 8, Lesson 4 Learning Check Questions CPS Questions 7 – 8 Note for teacher: Use “Pick a Student” button in CPS

25. Key to the Future  View the video on jury duty and answer the questions on the worksheet.  Be prepared to share your answers with the class. Chapter 8, Lesson 4 Having trouble viewing this video? Click HERE to view this video onlineHERE

26. Key to the Future  Tendency to focus on our own needs  Community involvement may not sound exciting  Variety of ways to community involvement:  Contribute to the good of your community  Grow as an individual  Have fun doing so Chapter 8, Lesson 4 Graphic courtesy of Shutterstock

27. Key to the Future  Many organizations are looking for people to get involved  Search online for community service groups in your area  Find an activity you believe in Chapter 8, Lesson 4 Graphic courtesy of Shutterstock

28. Key to the Future  One of the largest youth organizations  Over 500,000 students enrolled in over 4,000 schools worldwide  Students taught value of giving back Chapter 8, Lesson 4 Graphic courtesy of Shutterstock

29. Key to the Future  All-volunteer high school program encourages:  Service to community  Leadership development opportunities  Core values such as integrity and excellence  Provides an average of 8 million community service hours each year Chapter 8, Lesson 4 Graphic courtesy of Shutterstock

30. Key to the Future  Lions Club International  Rotary International (RI)  Aim to improve quality of life for people in the US and all over the world  See http://www.lionsclubs.org or http://www.rotary.org for more information Chapter 8, Lesson 4

31. Key to the Future  Groups have things in place for you to help with a certain activity  You may want to do something that doesn’t exist  You may be someone that has passion to start a group or event Chapter 8, Lesson 4 Graphic courtesy of Shutterstock

32. Key to the Future  List your main objectives of the event  Choose a location suitable to meeting your objectives  Determine the minimum number of volunteers  Recruit your volunteers  Estimate the cost of any supplies, transportation, or facility rental fees Chapter 8, Lesson 4 Graphic courtesy of Shutterstock

33. Key to the Future  Contact local businesses to ask for donations  Use email, social media, and flyers to advertise the event itself  Consider the best time(s) and date(s) for your activity or event  Schedule and hold regular planning meetings  Don’t forget to have fun! Chapter 8, Lesson 4 Graphic courtesy of Shutterstock

34. Key to the Future Chapter 8, Lesson 4 Learning Check Questions CPS Questions 9 – 10 Note for teacher: Use “Pick a Student” button in CPS

35. Key to the Future  Use the worksheet provided, to identify volunteer events in which you would like to participate or plan.  Be prepared to share your answers with the class. Chapter 8, Lesson 4

36. Key to the Future Chapter 8, Lesson 4  Society and Civic Responsibility  Registering to Vote  The Selective Service System (Draft)  Jury Duty  The Value of Volunteering and Community Involvement  Planning a Volunteer Event

37. Key to the Future Chapter 8, Lesson 4 Review Questions CPS Questions 11 – 12 Note for teacher: Use “Pick a Student” button in CPS

38. Key to the Future Chapter 8, Lesson 4  Congratulations, you are now ready to go make a difference!