Citizenship
What does citizenship look like for 21st Century learners?
Empathy. Connection. Compassion. Contribution.
“Citizenship”: The state of being vested with the rights, privileges, and duties of a citizen. Students exhibit “citizenship” when they:
“Personal Responsibility”: The understanding and acceptance of the legal, ethical and ‘real world’ consequences of one’s choices coupled with a willingness to actively participate in civic life. Students also demonstrate personal responsibility when they assume ownership for their learning.
“Compassion”: The expression of sympathy and sorrow for another who is experiencing misfortune, accompanied by a strong desire to alleviate the suffering. Students exhibit “compassion” when they:
“Citizenship”: The state of being vested with the rights, privileges, and duties of a citizen. Students exhibit “citizenship” when they:
- Participate effectively in civic life
- Advocate for and act in safe, legal and responsible ways (including while operating in a digital environment)
- Exercise the rights and obligations of citizenship at local, state, national and global levels
- Understand the local and global implications of civic decisions
“Personal Responsibility”: The understanding and acceptance of the legal, ethical and ‘real world’ consequences of one’s choices coupled with a willingness to actively participate in civic life. Students also demonstrate personal responsibility when they assume ownership for their learning.
“Compassion”: The expression of sympathy and sorrow for another who is experiencing misfortune, accompanied by a strong desire to alleviate the suffering. Students exhibit “compassion” when they:
- Empathize with others and understand what another is experiencing
- Act, either as an individual citizen or collectively, to improve society
- Demonstrate a caring disposition, sensitivity, and friendship skills