Orange County Schools Build Civic Education with Disney
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Orange County Schools Enhance Civic Education with Disney Partnership
Overview:
Orange County high school students have a unique opportunity to engage in community outreach projects with local nonprofits, thanks to Disneyland's 50th anniversary celebrations. This initiative not only enriches students' educational experiences but also fosters a sense of civic responsibility and community involvement.
Show Your Character Program:
The "Show Your Character" competition invites local nonprofits to design projects that involve high school students in meaningful community service. Running from 2004 through 2006, nonprofits submit proposals aiming to actively engage teens in addressing community needs. Selected organizations partner with students and receive the necessary resources for successful project completion.
These projects align with California's Service Learning standards, allowing students to earn academic credit while gaining valuable skills. The program focuses on four core objectives:
1. Meeting Community Needs:
Students work with organizations to understand and address real needs within their community, participating actively in projects designed to meet those needs.
2. Connecting School and Community:
Through direct interaction with organizations, students learn the importance of school-community partnerships and implement meaningful service activities.
3. Fostering Civic Responsibility:
Participation helps students develop an understanding of civic responsibility, enhancing the quality of life through their contributions.
4. Building Character:
The program emphasizes core values such as trustworthiness, respect, fairness, caring, and citizenship.
Benefits for Students:
Students gain increased awareness of community nonprofits and the ways they support at-risk individuals, learning how their contributions can positively impact the future. Participants are also eligible for Disneyland Resort Legacy Scholarship Awards, which provide up to $50,000 in scholarships, with each award starting at $5,000.
Benefits for Teachers and Schools:
Teachers and schools benefit from participating in this competition by aligning with character education standards and fostering civic responsibility in students. They receive guidance from Disney VoluntEAR Project Leaders and support from the Volunteer Center of Orange County. Additionally, teachers can earn a $1,000 Golden Performance Award to enhance their educational environments.
Conclusion:
Disney's community outreach initiative for Orange County high school students merges learning with public service, meeting California's character education curriculum standards. This program demonstrates the power of collaboration, showcasing how selfless actions can create lasting impacts in our communities. Walt Disney himself emphasized that life’s greatest achievements come from helping those in need, a lesson this initiative beautifully imparts to students.
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