Citizenship In The Nation
Learn about being a citizen of the nation & 3 branches of government.
Service Description
DATES: Feb 16th or Feb 22nd 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 March to be posted on Feb 16th.** Requirement Information: Scouts can complete requirements 1, 2, 4, and 5 during the session. Scouts will complete requirements 3, 6, 7, and 8 before or after the session. Requirement #4: PREREQUISITE Discuss the importance of: a) Declaration of Independence b) The Bill of Rights (the first 10 Amendments to the Constitution) and the 14th Amendment c) The traditional United States motto "E Pluribus Unum". Preparation: This requirement will be completed during the session. Please be prepared to share your thoughts on the following questions: - Why do you think the Declaration of Independence is important? - Why do you think the Bill of Rights is important? - Why do you think the 14th Amendment is important? - Why do you think the traditional United States motto is important? Requirement #5: PREREQUISITE Watch the national evening news for five days in a row or read the main stories in a national media organization (e.g., a newspaper or news website) for five days in a row. Discuss the national issues that you learned about with your counselor. Preparation: This requirement will be discussed during the session. Examples of National Evening news ABC News, CBS Evening News, NBC Nightly News, PBS NewsHour, CNN Newsroom, and Fox News Report. Please watch the new five days in a row before the online session. Please be prepared to share your thoughts on the following questions: - What national issues did you learn about? - What are some possible solutions or actions that national leaders could take to address this issue? 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
