The School & the “I Care” Three-in-One Curriculum Model
In the past, schools were considered institutions of learning. Today, schools have become a “home away from home” for many students, providing breakfast and before- and after-school care. As such, they've become responsible, not only for academic learning, but for the character development of their students. The “I Care” Three-in-One Curriculum Model provides schools with the systems, strategies, and materials for meeting this responsibility.
Role of the School
- Administers the program
- Trains teachers, parents, and the community
- Sends monthly activities and Feedback Forms to parents
- Teachers teach at least one lesson related to the character trait; post and refer to the bulletin board messsages throughout the month
- Teachers communicate a positive (with no negatives) comment about their child to each parent monthly
- Staff inputs monthly data into On-Line Data Management System to document parental involvement
Benefits to Schools
- Meets No Child Left Behind parental involvement requirements
- Feedback Forms help teachers better understand families’ lifestyles and cultural background
- Provides opportunities for grade level, cross grade, and whole school events around the common character pillar of the month
- Improved school spirit
- Brings some parents into the school for the first time
