Duties, Responsibilities, and Community Service

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Duties, Responsibilities, and Community Service CE. 3c-e, CE. 4a-G

Questions What civic duties are expected of all citizens? What are the ways individuals demonstrate responsible citizenship? In what ways do citizens participate in community service?

Civic Duties For government to be effective, citizens must fulfill their civic duties. Citizens who choose not to fulfill these civic duties face legal consequences.

Civic Duties Duties of citizens Obey laws Pay taxes Serve in the armed forces, if called Serve on a jury or as a witness in court, when summoned

Responsibilities of Citizens A basic responsibility of citizenship is to contribute to the common good. Civic responsibilities are fulfilled by choice; they are voluntary.

Responsibilities of Citizens Register and vote Hold elective office Communicate with government officials to influence government actions Serve in voluntary, appointed government positions Participate in political campaigns Keep informed regarding current issues Respect others’ right to an equal voice in government

Addressing Community Needs A democratic society requires the active participation of its citizens. Ways for citizens to participate in community service Volunteer to support democratic institutions (e.g., League of Women Voters). http://lwv.org/ Express concern about the welfare of the community as a whole (e.g., as related to environment, public health and safety, education). Help to make the community a good place to work and live (e.g., by becoming involved with public service organizations, tutoring, volunteering in nursing homes). http://www.thewoodlandinc.com/

Vocabulary duties civics legal consequences effective summoned witness

Vocabulary responsibilities voluntary contribute register elective campaigns appointed communicate government officials

Vocabulary society institutions participation welfare community service volunteering

Review Describe the duties of citizenship. Examine the responsibilities of citizenship. Evaluate how civic and social duties address community needs and serve the public good.

Personal Character Traits Thoughtful and effective participation in civic life depends upon the exercise of good citizenship. Effective participation in civic life can include formulating questions analyzing information from a variety of sources expressing a position devising and implementing a plan practicing thoughtful decision making in personal, financial, and civic matters (e.g., voting, civic issues).

Personal Character Traits Personal traits of good citizens Trustworthiness and honesty Courtesy and respect for the rights of others Responsibility, accountability, and self-reliance Respect for the law Patriotism Participation in the school and/or local community Participation in elections as an informed voter