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PARTNERS | HEALTHY CITY | HOW HEALTHY | VISION | SUMMIT | PRIORITIES | FUNCTIONS | CITY OF FALL RIVER |
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Service-Learning Program |
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Students from Bristol Community College have a significant impact on addressing local community needs through BCC's Service-Learning programs that help to develop a stronger connection to the community. BCC's service-learning center's encourages students to address community needs while earning academic credit. Some of the projects have included tutoring, environmental clean-up work and translation work for community agencies. An annual conference highlights the programs' success. |
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Adult Basic Education, Job Training & Employment |
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4, A) Adult and out-of-school youth education |
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Goal: |
To increase student involvement in addressing community needs |
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Placing students in a variety of service-learning projects in City organizations |
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| Timeline: |
Ongoing |
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| Indicators: | Student and organization participation | |
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How citizens can get involved: |
Organizations can offer service-learning opportunities |
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| Contact Information: |
Dr. Mary Zahm at 508-678-2811, Ext. 2579 |
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