Do you support service-

learning at your child’s school? Research shows that service-learning:

• Gives students a sense of

responsibility.

• Teaches children to get along better with others.

• Reduces risky behaviors such as trying drugs and alcohol.

• Helps students form bonds with adults.

• Helps students appreciate cultural differences.

• Makes students aware of needs in their communities.

• Helps students understand how their government works.

• Makes students believe they make the world a better place.

• Is linked with higher grades and better study habits.

• Is linked with higher school attendance.

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