Citizenship

What does it mean to you?

Citizenship

Where does it mean to you?

School NationCommunity

Citizenship Quiz

• True or False? – I take responsibility for what goes on in my

community. – I do my part for the common good. – I participate in community service. – I help take care of the environment. – I obey the law.

Rights and Responsibilities

• Citizenship involves Rights and Responsibilities.

• What is the difference?• What are examples of each?

Rights Responsibilities

Citizenship in Action• Make a list of specific actions that comprise

being a good citizen.• Brainstorm a list of

school/community/national problems.• Find a current issue or problem you are

personally concerned about. • Research/Describe the issue• Come up with actions an individual or group

could take to address the issue.

Citizenship in Action - Action Steps• I. List problems identified.• II. Prioritize problems. • III. Select a specific problem.• IV. Describe the problem• V. Determine general goals of the problem-solving

effort.• VI. Brainstorm responses.• VII. Develop strategies.• VIII. Evaluate your efforts