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Peer reviewedSchine, Joan G.; Scales, Peter C. – PTA Today, 1992
Discusses the importance of students learning to make a difference in the community. Until recently, young people had many real responsibilities, but now, such opportunities do not occur naturally. The article examines what parents and schools can do to encourage youth service in the home, school, and community. (SM)
Descriptors: Citizenship Responsibility, Elementary Secondary Education, Parent Responsibility, Student Participation
Peer reviewedSchine, Joan G. – Children Today, 1989
Discusses the Early Adolescent Helper program, which was designed to provide a safe and positive after-school environment for young people. In this program, 10- to 15-year-olds serve in day care, Head Start, latchkey programs, and at senior centers. (RJC)
Descriptors: Adolescents, After School Programs, Community Services, Extracurricular Activities
Download full textSchine, Joan G.; Harrington, Diane – 1982
Children aged 10-14 need to assume responsible and challenging roles as part of their adolescent development. Based on the physical, social, moral and ethical, and emotional developmental characteristics of this age, adolescents need to discover and test new skills; develop a sense of competence; socialize to develop close friendships; take part…
Descriptors: Adolescent Development, Adolescents, Community Involvement, Cross Age Teaching
