21 Ways to Serve America

National Service
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Citizen Schools' 3,200 adult volunteers lead after-school programs for 4,500 kids at middle schools in 21 cities. Students build solar cars, litigate at mock trials and study stocks, creating a 'culture of achievement.' To get involved, go to citizenschools.org

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The Candidates Stump for National Service

When he takes office in January, our next President will surely take steps to help more Americans serve. But you don't have to wait that long to get started writes Richard Stengel