
Jackie regularly helped at the thrift store, even after a full day at school or working at her full time job. She was always pleasant, compassionate, kind and willing to do whatever was needed to help our organization prosper. Jackie was such a tremendous asset, we are sad that she has completed her hours with us and hope that we will see her again when her name is "in lights."
Jeannette Schulz
Executive Director
On Angels' Wings, Inc.
Service learning is a teaching method that combines community service with academic advancement. Students learn about civic responsibility while participating in organized community service activities that respond to the needs in our area.
EDU253, Children with ExceptionalitiesI had hoped going into the volunteer program to be able to learn new things that I could incorporate in my classroom and I did, I learned patience, I learned understanding, and I learned a higher form of caring for all children.
EDU253, Children with ExceptionalitiesIf it was not for this assignment, I would never have taken the step forward to give it a try.
EDU253, Children with ExceptionalitiesBy taking the final you test your knowledge on what you learned from class but, with the MCC Buddies program, I learned what exactly it is like to become a friend to someone who has an exceptionality.
EDU253, Children with ExceptionalitiesThe service learning option should not be optional. Students have much more to gain from the hands on experience than taking a final exam.
EDU253, Children with ExceptionalitiesA person can learn a lot from classroom discussions and reading textbooks, but it is when that person is actively involved in what he or she is learning when it makes the biggest difference of all.
EDU253, Children with ExceptionalitiesI received the experience of what it is like to be a teacher in a special education classroom and how much hard work it takes to keep the children focused. I personally needed this interaction because it was unfamiliar territory to me.
EDU253, Children with ExceptionalitiesI would definitely recommend that future students choose to do some kind of service learning because it was an amazing experience. You are exposed to new things, new people, and have so much fun doing it.
Learn how to volunteer your time and your smile by becoming an MCC Buddy.
For additional information contact Emily Smith, Coordinator of Service Learning and Volunteerism (815) 455-8536