Citizenship in the Community
Learn about being a good citizen & learn about issues in the community
Service Description
DATES: March 9th or March 29th Class Length: 1 day for 2hrs Some Merit Badge Requirements must be completed beforehand. Please read below for the prerequisites. **We will have more sessions in April to be posted on March 16th.** Requirement Information: Scouts will complete requirements 1, 5, & 7 before & during the session with prerequisites. Scouts will complete requirements 2, 3, 4, 6, & 8 before or after the session for up to 3 months. Prerequisite Requirements for Before the class: • Requirement #1: To complete this: This requirement will be completed during the session. Please be prepared to share your thoughts on the following questions: - What does citizenship mean to you? - What does it take to be a good citizen in your community? - What are some examples of rights, duties, and obligations as a citizen? - How can you demonstrate good citizenship in your school, Scouting unit, or community? • Requirement #5: To complete this: Watch a movie that shows how the actions of one individual or group of individuals can have a positive effect on a community. You will need to watch one of these three movies with your parent's permission BEFORE the online session. - It's a Wonderful Life (G) - Remember the Titans (PG-13) - Robin Hood (G) Be prepared to share your thoughts on the following questions: - What did you learn from the movie about what it means to be a valuable and concerned member of the community? - How would you apply what you learned from the movie in your daily life? - What lessons from their community could you bring to yours? • Requirement #7: Do the following: This requirement will be discussed during the session. You need to complete your eight hours of volunteer service BEFORE the online session! Be prepared to share your thoughts on the following questions: - What did you learn from your experience? - What skills or lessons did you learn during your volunteer experience that you can use? - What challenges did you face while volunteering, and how did you overcome them? IMPORTANT: Prior to registering, the Scout should have a discussion with their unit leader to obtain approval to participate. Blue Card: Upon completion of the course, Scouts have three months to complete and submit the remainder of the requirements to the online classroom after the session. Once all requirements are marked as complete, we will issue a digital blue card signed by our merit badge counselor.
Upcoming Sessions
Cancellation Policy
**Merit Badge Session Policies** To ensure compliance with updated guidelines and maintain the interactive and engaging nature of our merit badge sessions, the following policies will be implemented: 1. Camera-On Policy **Camera Requirement**: - All Scouts must have their cameras on during the entire merit badge session. **No Exceptions**: - If a Scout does not have their camera on or does not have access to a functioning camera, they will not be allowed to participate in the session. **Rescheduling and Fees**: - Parents/guardians will be responsible for rebooking and paying for a new session if their Scout is unable to comply with the camera-on requirement. **Purpose**: - This policy is designed to ensure Scouts actively participate in discussions and meet the interactive standards required for merit badge completion. 2. Rescheduling and Cancellation Policy **Rescheduling or Cancelling a Session**: - To reschedule or cancel a scheduled merit badge session, you must do so at least *4 days in advance* using the app provided at this link: [http://wix.to/38CABtM?ref=cl](http://wix.to/38CABtM?ref=cl). **Late Cancellations**: - Cancellations or rescheduling requests made less than 4 days before the session will not be accommodated, and you will be responsible for rebooking and paying for a new session.
Contact Details
info@meritbadgecourses.com
North America
