Nollmeyer, Gustave – Page 40 – Civic Engagement Clearinghouse

Trash Free Community

March 19, 2019 by Nollmeyer, Gustave

Before taking action, students will engage in a conversation about the importance of having a trash free earth while also discussing the Trash Free Earth Organization. The class will brainstorm together a large list of things they often see lying around on the ground that does not belong. Students will then work together as a class to walk along the perimeter of their school and pick up any garbage they see lying around. After completing this task, in groups, students will get to create a sign that encourages others to pick up their trash, and then hang them above all garbage cans in the school building.

Pop-tabs

March 14, 2019 by Nollmeyer, Gustave

For my project, I will be collecting pop tabs off cans for the Ronald McDonald House Charity. These pop tabs go towards a great cause, they can help support families. The organization helps with providing rooms for families or finding resources to assist families. Students will be working together to collect as many pop-tabs as they can to help the families in need.

Dog Toy Making

March 14, 2019 by Nollmeyer, Gustave

My 2nd grade students donated t-shirts that they no longer used at home, and together as a class we made dog toys to donate to the Spokane Humane Society. The students got to choose if they wanted to use short strips of t-shirts or long ones, to either make a toy for a big dog or a small one. Each student made two dog toys, because we had so many t-shirt donations, so we were able to donate about 50 dog toys.

Riverview Retirement Community

March 13, 2019 by Nollmeyer, Gustave

Riverview Retirement Community provides health care, housing and services in a Christ-centered environment. They have a caring staff, board and many volunteers whom are dedicated to serving the spiritual, physical and social needs of their residents. They provide many activities and get residents involved in their community as much as possible so volunteers etc., are always welcome.

Global Micro Financing

March 8, 2019 by Nollmeyer, Gustave

My 4th grade students raised money and worked with Kiva to provide small loans to business people across the globe. The students were able to select the individual business person they wanted to support which made the project more personal. Now, they can track the repayment of the loan and start thinking about who they want to support next!