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The long term goals of having service be a part of the program is because it is placed on college apps, can be used for scholarships and awards, as well as recognition for service that can be placed on resumes and recognized at graduation. Another bonus is being able to have a letter of rec written from your supervisor used for a variety of different things from scholarships to certain college applications. If these letters and services come from a reputable source, it lends legitimacy to what you are trying to accomplish and has a place it is completely verified through the Innerview system.
The following is an example of where service is allowed and some things that are not considered service. Generally we ask that you work for some kind of organization that can be contacted should the need arise to do so and as stated in the paperwork for your service it needs to be a place that genuinely serves the community through some sort of philanthropic effort.
ACCEPTABLE:
Community events:
Community walks/runs
Tamale Festival
Organized events
Museums/hospitals etc.
Schools:
After school programs (Half-time, Prime-time)
Working with teachers/custodial staff
Churches:
Hours (per event) will be limited depending on type of service (check with teacher/advisor)
Norte Vista activities:
Activities allowed by a specific teacher’s class under their supervision
Activities from the Service Learning website
Club activities:
Activities MUST be outside of club meetings including community events such as literacy nights
Saturday Academy:
Hours must be “working” hours where an already approved project is being worked on
Not all Saturday Academy activities meet service requirements
Innerview:
Projects picked up on Innerview must meet the Innerview requirements including proof of mailing if required by project
These are project dependent and must meet all requirements of said project to have hours approved.
NOT ACCEPTABLE:
Home based activities:
Yard work for a neighbor, fixing fences blown over from the wind, other neighborly activities are not considered community service, they are considered being a friendly, helpful neighbor.
Small businesses:
Working for a small for-profit business (home based, Etsy, IG, swap meet, etc.) is not considered community service
Parents/relatives as supervisors:
Not allowed, due to conflict of interest
On campus classes:
Classes that are designed for credit, even if you are working for a team, are ineligible for service, you are already getting credit.
Other service is at the discretion of the teacher, speak to them for the latest, updated information.
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