Apostolic Works

Apostolic Works helps students discover and develop their gifts and talents to help build up communities. Through this program, students will experience a discernment prayer service in their Religion classes, research opportunities for service, and complete an action plan of service where their gifts and talents will be served. They will also learn how to utilize the x2VOL online service tracking platform.

The service learning program is intentionally linked to the Religion curriculum to meet the learning goals of the program. Students will:

Engage in a discernment process to guide their gifts and passions.
Develop an action plan that will identify and address the needs of their nonprofit organization.
Participate in a “Rite of Commissioning” at Mass to signify their commitment to apostolic works.
Engage in ongoing reflection in the classroom and will complete a final reflection component.

If you need further assistant please contact either your Religion teacher or Campus Ministry.

Middle school students will experience a progressive growth in their responsibility of service from one grade level to the next by serving at a non-profit organization of their choice according to their gifts and talents.

All middle school students are required to complete a specific number of service hours throughout the school year.

6th Grade - 5Hours

7th Grade - 10 Hours

8th Grade - 15 Hours

**As a reminder- Donations will NOT count toward requirement. Students will also receive ONE hour of service for all Chaminade sponsored events. Students should engage in DIRECT SERVICE to the outside community.**

Students and families are reminded in the first semester report card about the service requirement. The final deadline for all Apostolic Work projects is May 1, 2026. Please notify the Campus Minister and your child’s counselor if extenuating circumstances arise that impact completion of hours.

At that point, all hours MUST be completed, submitted, verified, and approved through x2vol. Students who do not meet the end‐year requirements for service hours will result in the second semester overall religion grade dropping 10%, which is one full letter grade. Additionally, eighth grade students who do not complete their hours will not receive their diploma until proof of service hours are submitted. Students will also be required to meet with the principal.

Frequently Asked Questions about the Apostolic Works Program

For more information, please consult our FAQ document.