Social Responsibility and Community Engagement
Pillar 3
Strengthening students’ abilities to interact with and contribute to others while positively influencing their larger community.
Purpose: Our approach to social responsibility emphasizes the development of cultural awareness, equitable behavior, and influential engagement. Our students will have the skills to thrive in an interconnected world and contribute positively to a diverse and ever-evolving global community.
Reason: We will cultivate informed, compassionate, and proactive individuals who thrive and contribute locally and globally. Through diverse experiences and community partnerships, we will foster a learning environment where students gain global perspectives and an appreciation for different cultures and viewpoints.
3A - Global Citizenship
3.A.1 School-to-School Partnerships
- Provide opportunities for students to engage in virtual international collaborations, exchange programs, or global learning initiatives.
3.A.2 Interacting with Diversity
- Implement regular training sessions on cultural competence, implicit bias, and inclusive practices.
3.A.3 Promoting Perspective-Taking and Understanding
- Implement activities that encourage students to explore and appreciate diverse perspectives and opinions.
3.A.4 Diverse Cultural Celebrations
- Organize multicultural events, celebrations, or cultural exchange programs to expose students to different backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives.
3.A.5 Digital Citizenship
- Offer digital literacy lessons, workshops, and seminars that address issues of online safety, digital footprint, and digital etiquette.
3B - Equity
3.B.1 Cultural Responsiveness
- Embed lessons on the world’s cultures into various subject areas, including history, social studies, and literature.
3.B.2 Inclusive Participation in Community Events
- Provide equal access for all students to extracurricular activities, enriching experiences, and educational opportunities regardless of financial circumstances.
3.B.3 Eliminating Barriers and Enhancing Student Engagement
- Ensure that policy and practice promote inclusivity
- and access to programming for all students.
3C - Civic Engagement and Community Involvement
3.C.1 Local Experiences
- Engage in community-based experiences (field trips, internships, job shadows, etc.) that allow students to experience the benefits of local organizations.
3.C.2 Strong Partnerships
- Build and fortify district partnerships with local, state, and national organizations to support and enhance education in Rockford and across the state.
3.C.3 Preparation for Global Interaction
- Facilitate experiences to prepare students for active participation in a worldwide community through international learning experiences and global service learning projects.
3.C.4 Community Service
- Provide pathways for local philanthropic projects and engagement between schools and the greater community.
