Sentences with phrase «successful citizens for»

Although the cynics might call it «social programming,» the purpose of school is to create productive and successful citizens for society.

Not exact matches

«We are hopeful that the premier's efforts to allow the voices of his citizens to be listened to will be successful, because it is very much in common with our citizens,» Inslee said, adding that residents in his state recently rejected proposals for both coal and oil ports.
He has received recognition for his commitment to pro bono legal services, including his work as one of the lead attorneys in a successful federal civil rights lawsuit protecting the voting rights of Georgia citizens.
We think, in contrast to Saverin and Loyola, of Christopher Hitchens» moving essay «For Patriot Dreams,» written after 9/11, when he announces his desire to become a citizen of this country, not because he seeks any gain» he was already successful as an expatriate Brit» but because the murder of so many Americans had made him realize that he already felt the citizen's love for this natiFor Patriot Dreams,» written after 9/11, when he announces his desire to become a citizen of this country, not because he seeks any gain» he was already successful as an expatriate Brit» but because the murder of so many Americans had made him realize that he already felt the citizen's love for this natifor this nation.
Thankfully for current citizens of the U.S., our key founders also had arguing Christians to deal with — but they had the insight to realize that our government would be successful only if religion was not involved in its primary, legislative duties.
As with legislation at every level of government, successful utilization of the power of the permit depends not so much on concerned citizens committed to making youth sports in their local community safer (although they are, of course, important) as on the willingness of governmental officials themselves to sponsor bylaw changes and push for enactment, in other words, to serve as «safety champions.»
Boundaries need to be established for a child's safety and growth into a successful citizen of our world.
The group however noted that President Buhari as one of the Leaders who Physically identified and related with PRONACO to produce a peoples» draft constitution during its independently convoked citizens» driven Peoples National Conference, PNC for national restructuring between 2004 and 2006 is more likely to tow the line of restructuring as he was deemed to understand the positive import of a successful political restructuring on the country's development
Big Ed, you were a tough but reasonable mayor of New York City for three years, and now you are engaged on another tough undertaking which, if successful, will benefit the State and all its citizens by cleaning up the redistricting mess bred by old and discredited politics, which still haunt us all.
The case was brought in 2015 by Citizens United, which is best known for its successful 2010 lawsuit that led to a prohibition of restrictions of independent political spending.
A majority of Democrats say Buffalo is on the right track on three of the issues: improving infrastructure, ensuring opportunities for young people to be successful and providing training to police in handling citizen / police interactions.
Not only does it show that a «band of brothers» is an accurate description of fellow fighters, but the lack of solidarity of the fighters with ordinary citizens may be partly to blame for the bitter infighting that has emerged in Libya and elsewhere in the wake of successful revolutions.
ShakeAlert is modeled on successful systems in Mexico, China and Italy as well as one that gave 52 million Japanese citizens precious seconds to prepare for the 2011 magnitude 9.0 Tohoku earthquake.
He has championed the notion that science and the institutions that support it provide a crucial foundation for any successful nation, arguing that evidence - based knowledge and value systems are vital for sound decisions that enhance citizens» welfare.
Curriculum for Excellence provides the framework for learning aged 3 to 18, and it is based around the development of four capacities — to enable each child or young person to be a successful learner, a confident individual, a responsible citizen and an effective contributor.
Look for a school where you can do real - world projects, where you are given assessment and feedback on all the skills essential in this century, and where you and your fellow students are provided with the workspaces and technology tools to become successful citizens and knowledge workers.
Moreover, the aspects of civics that can be spelled out in academic standards and accurately assessed through statewide tests are almost entirely cognitive: well worth learning, to be sure, even a necessary precondition for successful adult life, but not exactly what people have in mind when they say that schools should forge «responsible citizens
«These plans set a determined course, clearly recognizing that successful climate action achieves not only low emissions but a host of other economic and social benefits for governments, citizens and business,» said Ms. Figueres.
It is the soft skills, however, of teamwork, acceptance, innovation and engagement that make magnet schools the vibrant environment it is for developing positive citizen children prepared for future careers and successful community engagement.
In order to be successful in college, with careers, as citizens and all other aspects of adult life, our students need for us to provide the whole child approach.»
Goal Two - Teaching: Educators will be supported in understanding the skills necessary for students to become global citizens successful in the workplace and society; and in using instructional technology as an accelerator for student learning.
Citizens Advisory Council, A roadmap for developing a successful family engagement plan (2010).
A shared vision for the school that includes but goes beyond academic success to develop successful learners, confident individuals and responsible citizens
A comprehensive school counseling program, when delivered in a collaborative relationship among school, parents, and community, provides students with the skills necessary for them to become successful lifelong learners, responsible citizens, and productive workers.
Deeper Learning sets out a successful path for launching the leaders, inventors, and citizens of tomorrow.
AACTE is among the 50 national education groups representing teachers, principals, superintendents, parents, and other civic organizations that have issued a joint statement in support of public education and are celebrating the critical roles for public schools in developing future generations of successful citizens.
The governing board knew that student enrollment would tell us how successful we have been in conveying our message of inclusivity and public school choice for all the citizens of Sumter County.
STEM helps students understand how the academic principles of science, technology, engineering and mathematics impact their world and prepares them for a successful life as a global citizen.
The goal of education is NOT that kids pass corporate standardized tests, but that they become successful and responsible citizens who are willing to give back to society to make the world a better place for all.
Building on a successful inaugural year, Citizens of the World Kansas City sees strong enrollment growth for it's second year!
In 2006 she co-wrote the citizen's ballot initiative that created First Things First (FTF), which set aside Arizona's tobacco tax monies for children birth to five and created a state agency whose purpose is to ensure all Arizona children start kindergarten prepared to be successful in school and in life.
If the state continues to take away opportunities for children to explore educational opportunities and keep up with the challenges and changes of the world, then our children stand no chance of being successful citizens that contribute to the growth and development of society and the economy.
To help each student discover and come into confident possession of his / her unique abilities, demonstrate mastery of the academic foundational standards necessary for a successful future, and establish qualities that will enable him / her to become a healthy, productive citizen and community leader.
Routine school attendance is necessary for youth to develop into well - educated, successful adult citizens who will make significant contributions to society.
Even if we are successful, however, our assets and earnings will always be concentrated in the U.S. Despite our country's many imperfections and unrelenting problems of one sort or another, America's rule of law, market - responsive economic system, and belief in meritocracy are almost certain to produce ever - growing prosperity for its citizens.
The mission of Cedar Rapids Animal Care and Control is to serve and protect with compassion, the animals and citizens of our community through education and enforcement, and to facilitate successful pet adoptions while respecting and striving to improve the quality of life for both pets and people.
October 2 from 11:30 - 12:30 Hamline University, Center for Law and Justice, West Hall The Innocence Project of Minnesota and Hamline University's Center for Justice and Law will host a forum on the Monfils 6 case that will highlight the case and how to be a successful citizen advocate for the wrongfully convicted.
I very happy to be a Canadian citizen, this diverse country offers the opportunity for everyone to be successful.
NLJ consultant editor Greene, one of the claimant lawyers acting in this week's successful Art 50 challenge against the government, said: «These rights go to the basics of life for EU citizens here and UK citizens within Europe, and I think it's important for Parliament to consider them and be in a position to offer assurances that they will be protected before Art 50 is triggered.»
Skills • Demonstrated proficiency in Spanish and English • Strong aptitude for successful cross-cultural interactions • Exceptional active listening skills • Advanced negotiation skills • Innovative approach to problem - solving • Expertise in Microsoft Office, DesignWare 3D EyeWitness, and current crime mapping softwareWork HistorySergeant, Community Policing Division — Mansfield Police Department, Mansfield, TX — 2015 — Present • Supervise 10 employees, bolstering the community policing division by adding two new officers and establishing a clearer protocol for each team • Maintain relationships established in the business district and branch out to other areas of the city, continuing to build partnerships between citizens and officers • Oversee an effective community policing division that has contributed to a 3 - percent decrease in the crime rate during the last year • Provide adequate support for our officers, who are routinely faced with crises on the job.
SUMMARY PROFILE: A US citizen senior resource directly responsible for the successful management and quality assurance of large software solution installations and corporate development projects.
Senior Life • PA / MD 2008 — 2010 Insurance Agent Highly successful insurance agent licensed in Pennsylvania and Maryland, collaborating with senior citizens in planning an affordable program for final expenses.
The importance of a succesful educational experience and positive development through education is acknowledged in the purpose of the Curriculum for Excellence (The Curriculum Review Group, 2004) which has, at its centre, four capacities seeking to enable children and young people to be successful learners, confident individuals, responsible citizens and effective contributors.
For example, a statement that two - parent families are superior must be supported by evidence like: The probability of a child becoming a successful and responsible citizen is greatly increased in two - parent families.
Open Circle, a program of the Wellesley Centers for Women, works with elementary school communities in New England, New York, and New Jersey to help children become ethical people, contributing citizens, and successful learners.
The association says he «was a stalwart champion in the successful $ 2 - million Realtor fundraising campaign to help build the Canadian Museum for Human Rights in Winnipeg» and is the founder of the Citizens Hall of Fame in Winnipeg's Assiniboine Park.
a) The PAG on agency that has us all rewriting our agency statutes for buyer agency and other brokerage relationships; b) The elimination of the MLS book and what both technology and regionalizing brought to multiple listing services; c) NRDS; and d) The one happening now, which is figuring out how we're going to address all the staggering costs to remain not just relevant but successful politically, in light of the Citizens United Supreme Court decision that changed how politics are funded.
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