What we're doing is making the connection to the kids (about) what it means to be a contributing citizen. That leaves a door open for communication.

Our biggest issue is, what is community service? Volunteering is obvious, (like) going to a senior center, soup kitchen, etc. With service learning, kids give a lifelong service (to their communities).

They can be learning how to be good helpers.

I was going to do something during election time (in my own class).

We will be promoting students to be effective communicators and contributing citizens.

He came prepared to play. He fulfilled the author's intention. It's his movie. He's the man in it.