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Why Community Service & IB Connect.
Why Community Service & IB Connect.
At the heart of the International Baccalaureate (IB) philosophy is a commitment to developing globally-minded citizens who strive to make the world a better place. In the IB Middle Years Programme (MYP), this commitment comes to life through Service as Action.
Community service is not just a graduation requirement; it is an essential way for our students to apply what they learn in the classroom to real-world challenges. By engaging in meaningful service, students develop empathy, collaboration skills, and a deeper understanding of the diverse communities around them. Through action and personal reflection, our magnet students learn that they are never too young to spark positive, lasting change.
6th Grade
6th Grade
10 Hours Required
7th Grade
7th Grade
15 Hours Required
8th Grade
8th Grade
Student Initiated Project
(Equivalent of 20 hours)
Submission Timelines (6th & 7th Grade)
Submission Timelines (6th & 7th Grade)
🗓️ September 23, 2026: IB Community Service Kickoff Night - Parents Invited for Information & to meet community partners
🗓️ October 9, 2026: First semester Community Service Reflections Due
🗓️ December 15, 2026: Community Service Half-Way point
6th Grade: At Least 5 Hours Completed
7th Grade: At Least 8 Hours Completed
🗓️ January 8, 2027: Second semester Community Service Reflections Due
🗓️ March 12, 2027: Third semester Community Service Reflections Due
🗓️ April 12, 2027: FINAL 6th & 7th Grade deadline for all 2026–2027 service hours.
Submission Timelines (8th Grade)
Submission Timelines (8th Grade)
🗓️ September 23, 2026: IB Community Service Kickoff Night - Parents Invited for Information & to meet community partners
🗓️ October 15, 2026: Project Action Proposal and Contract
🗓️ November 9-13, 2026: Supervisor/Mentor Meeting #1
🗓️ By December 17, 2026: Supervisor/Mentor Meeting #2
🗓️ January 19-22, 2027: Supervisor/Mentor Meeting #3
🗓️ February 16 -19, 2027: FINAL REVIEW DATE during Homeroom
🗓️ March 1 -5, 2027: Project Submission & Homeroom Presentation
🗓️ March 12, 2027: Third semester Community Service Reflections Due
🗓️ April 15, 2027: IB Community Servive Exhibition Night - 6pm
September Service Opportunities
September Service Opportunities
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October Service Opportunities
October Service Opportunities
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November Service Opportunities
November Service Opportunities
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December Service Opportunities
December Service Opportunities
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January Service Opportunities
January Service Opportunities
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February Service Opportunities
February Service Opportunities
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