The Civic Achievement Award Program (CAAP) is a three-part citizenship education program for students in grades five through eight that teaches the skills needed to become active, informed citizens. The program increases student awareness of their democratic heritage and its everyday relevance through participation in various civic projects. (MLH)

To establish an effective, collaborative work culture, the school and its members must embrace continuous improvement. Principals can use certain activities and leadership approaches to help establish a productive school culture. One Oklahoma middle-school principal involved faculty in creating a school vision and developing grade-level teaching…