Promoting service-learning and citizenship education in K-12 schools and institutions of higher education is a large undertaking that requires a unique collaboration. In Florida, the Florida Alliance for Student Service (FASS) VISTA Initiative addresses community needs through a cadre of community service members, volunteers and education professionals. This collaboration includes Learn and Serve America, Campus Compact, Community-Higher Education-School Partnership (CHESP) and AmeriCorps*VISTA members. This effective practice was highlighted in the National Service News, Issue No.170, October 28, 2002, published by the Corporation for National and Community Service.
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