Volunteerism & Individual Action
See past volunteer projects Canyon Lake High School Chapter Members have completed as well as individual action students are taking this year to help give back!
2019-2020 School Year: Volunteer Projects
On a beautiful Saturday in October, Canyon Lake High School Chapter members descended upon Overlook Park to fulfill a promise. From their recon of the location, hundreds of plastic bottles, fast food containers, and beer cans littered the ground, distracting visitors from an otherwise beautiful view of Canyon Lake. After seeing this firsthand, students made a promise to clean up as much of the park as possible. They got to work recruiting members and getting supplies donated to help them in this endeavor. By the end of the day, 148 student and adult volunteers collected 150 trash bags worth of items, leaving the park spotless for future visitors to enjoy.
This project was a lot harder for students due to an emotional element they had to overcome. In the beginning of the year, students knew they would like to recognize their janitorial staff, specifically Dave - one custodian who was well known and liked by staff and students alike. Before they could properly thank Dave and showcase their appreciation for all he does, he unexpectedly passed away from a heart attack during their spring semester. Therefore, their Unsung Heroes project turned into a dedication event. Dave’s wife, Dora, was invited to attend and listen to students and staff reflect on their memories and stories they had with Dave. In addition, each of the 7 members on the janitorial staff was served a catered BBQ meal, received an Appreciation Award that was printed on special certificate paper, and were able to enjoy some relaxation time while the 45 volunteering students performed the clean-up they typically would’ve been responsible for.
Canyon Lake High School students spent a Saturday afternoon beautifying their community center. A total of 47 students showed up to paint 11 dugouts, 1 storage shed, and 1 bathroom facility. An estimated 240 children enroll in the community’s little league and are benefiting from their efforts.