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Heath, Jay A.; Vik, Phil – Principal, 1994
A recent survey of South Dakota elementary principals confirms the value of student councils to children, their schools, and their communities. The principals surveyed noted that councils provide students with opportunities to exercise leadership in resolving problems, sharing ideas, and managing projects. One common community-service project is…
Descriptors: Altruism, Citizenship Education, Community Services, Educational Benefits
Peer reviewedShaheen, JoAnn – Social Education, 1980
Describes an elementary school student government program in which the entire student body is drawn into the decision-making process. Outlines steps in setting up student advisory councils. Student members of these councils must vote as their classmates instruct them. (KC)
Descriptors: Citizenship Education, Decision Making, Educational Environment, Educational Objectives
Shaheen, JoAnn; And Others – Principal, 1982
Five principals and one vice-principal describe law-related education courses and student advisory councils in their schools and explain why they are valuable. (JM)
Descriptors: Administrator Role, Citizenship Education, Elementary Education, Legal Education
