CIRCLE (The Center for Information and Research on Civic Learning and Engagement)
conducts research on the civic and political engagement of young Americans.
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Service Learning

This series of research products addresses how service-learning opportunities in schools can foster engagement among youth.

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Service-Learning in K-12 Public Education

by Allison Stagg July 2004 Based on surveys by National Youth Leadership Council, National Center for Education Statistics, and Fred Newmann and Robert Rutter. Offers a glimpse at the state of service-learning in public education today. Download “Service-Learning in K-12 Public Education.”

Categories: Fact Sheet, Service Learning
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July 31st, 2004
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Service Learning

percent of high schools that offered service-learning in 2004 (compared to 38% of middle schools and 25% of elementary schools)
44%
percent of high schools that offered community service ten years ago
9%
The average odds of college graduation increased by 22 percentage points among students involved in community service to fulfill class-requirements.

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