1. LE1-C2S2T1pg57-59 Volunteerism

2. Purpose This lesson explains the differences between community service and volunteerism.

3. 1. Define volunteerism by identifying the three basic concepts that explain the meaning of the word. 2. List services that cadets can provide the community. 3. Produce a graphic representation of the number of hours cadets volunteer.

4. 4. Identify the benefits of volunteerism to the individual and the community. 5. Develop a presentation in support of volunteerism.

5. CPS Lesson Questions (1-2)

6. Which sentence describes your experience with volunteerism? A.I have never volunteered (yet). B.I have volunteered, but I was asked to do it. C.I have volunteered, and it was my own idea to do it. D.I have volunteered, and have asked others to volunteer with me.

7. True or False: When you volunteer, you are acting on your own choice. A.True B.False

8. Think about reasons why you should volunteer your time. List 2-3 reasons why. (Use CPS “Pick a Student” for this question.)

9.  There are many reasons why students should volunteer.  While required community service can provide worthwhile experiences for students, it should not be confused with volunteerism.

10.  Volunteering helps others.  Volunteering looks good on your college application.

11.  Because volunteerism keeps teens occupied, students who volunteer are less likely to abuse drugs.  Students who volunteer are also more likely to:  do well in school  vote in elections  gain an understanding of civic responsibility.

12. CPS Lesson Question (3)

13. Which of the following are benefits of volunteering? A.Volunteering helps others. B.Volunteering looks good on a college application. C.None of the above D.Both A and B

14.  No matter what the service, volunteering will always provide a benefit to the community and a sense of accomplishment to the volunteer.  The act of volunteering implies choice.

15. CPS Lesson Question (4)

16. True or False: Writing down your volunteer work on your college application is a bad idea. A.True B.False

17. List the 2-3 most important things you learned in this lesson. Why are they important to you? (Use CPS “Pick a Student” for this question.)

19. Images in this lesson were taken from:  Microsoft © Clip Art Gallery  Marine Corps Combat Camera