U.S. Department of Education Satellite Series: Education News Parents Can Use

Helping Your Child
Become a Good Citizen

March 18, 5:00 p.m.

As parents, we all want our children to grow up to be responsible citizens and good people. We want them to learn to feel, think and act with respect for themselves and for other people. We want them to pursue their own well-being, while also being considerate of the needs and feelings of others. we can give our children the best that is in us by helping them acquire values that they can rely on throughout their lives. The March broadcast of Education News will provide parents information and resources to help them to help their children to become better citizens. we will address questions such as:

• What is a good citizen? What values and character traits help define good citizenship?
• What can we do in schools, the home and the community to teach and reinforce civic virtues, our democratic traditions and a sense of civic pride?
• What is the latest research on character education programs and how can character be effectively taught in schools?
• How can the community offer opportunities for moral and democratic action by young citizens?
• How is serving others part of being a "person of character"?
• Where can we find more information on school, community and faith-based organizations dedicated to advancing the President's goals of volunteerism and service to country?
• What can I do in the home and community to help my children develop strong character and become good citizens?