Guidance, Career, & Volunteer News
East Longmeadow High School
May 1, 2023
COMMUNITY SERVICE OPPORTUNITY
Jack Williamson '24 has organized the "Hope Tote" toiletry and hygiene collection event to support the Springfield Rescue Mission. Bags can be picked up outside the ELHS office or click here to learn more!
volunteer opportunities
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WHAT: SENIORS!!! - Classroom cleaning & organizing...
Mrs. Houle - cleaning & organizing the labs in her classroom
Mrs. Mushenko - organizing paperwork
Mr. Magee - cleaning the storage shed under the stands at the turf
Mrs. Card - cleaning the culinary arts storage area
Mrs. Nissenbaum & Mr. Maccarini - wheel barrel dirt to flower beds & pick up sticks in the large courtyard
WHEN: Flexible hours - seniors can do this during independent study or work study time too!
HOW: Speak with the teachers who need help!
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WHAT: SENIORS!!! - ELHS Courtyard Spring Cleaning - help rake leaves, trim bushes, & clean up our outdoor spaces
WHEN: Flexible hours - seniors can do this during work study or independent study time too!
HOW: Email Mr. Maccarini
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WHAT: E.L. Youth Soccer Little Kickers - help coach skills & drills
WHEN: Saturdays from April 29 to June 1
HOW: Contact: Donna Prather, 525-5400 ext 1301 or donna.prather@eastlongmeadowma.gov
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WHAT: Ice Cream Depot Spring Fling - need 10 volunteers to "responsibly and positively" interact with families and help run crafts and games for kids and help out with food and tickets sales.
WHEN: Saturday May 20 from 1030am-2pm at Graham Central Station/Ice Cream Depot
HOW: Email Mr. Maccarini
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WHAT: Sprint Out Cancer 5k Run - choose the 5k run or 1 mile walk. $25 donation required. (receive 5 community service hours!)
WHERE: Birchland Park Middle School
WHEN: Sunday June 4, 2023 starting at 9am
LEARN MORE: Learn more and register here
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WHAT: The Miracle League of Western MA believes every child deserves the chance to play baseball. You can help give children with special needs the gift of friendship and baseball by volunteering one on one with our players as a Buddy.
WHEN: 8 Sunday mornings starting in May at Springfield College
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WHAT: Girls on the Run - looking for 1 or 2 ELHS students to mentor girls in grades 3-5 - learn more here!
WHEN: Tuesdays & Thursdays from 245-415 at Mapleshade Elementary School. Starts ASAP and ends 6/1/2023.
HOW: Contact Mrs. Ferros at 618-410-7350
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More ideas...
"ART & CULTURE"
Into the arts? Then lend a hand at a local theater or gallery. Perform by yourself or with friends at senior centers or hospitals. You can also teach your skills to other kids, or collect materials for cash-strapped arts programs.
Here are some websites to get you started:
Drama Studio - National Association for Music Education - American Alliance for Theater and Education - National Dance Education Organization - National Art Education Association - Irish Night - Festa Italia - Fresh Paint Springfield
Here are some student led projects:
Brooke is the co-founder and executive director of a free after-school arts program that has been offering weekly classes in musical theatre to elementary and middle level students in her school district for the past four years.
Malcolm founded a nonprofit organization that is helping hospitalized youth on four continents make and share art, to alleviate the fear and anxiety that kids often experience in the hospital.
Kahlil co-founded "Project SnapShot" to use his skills as a photographer to preserve holiday memories for children and families in need.
Kayla has performed her own songs and shared her struggle with bullying at schools, after-school programs and community centers in numerous cities, imparting messages of kindness, hope and empowerment.
community service INFORmation
student hours log - graduation requirement - volunteer ideas - documentation form
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To view the "student hours log" students must be signed into their school gmail account
Job openings
Looking for a job? Click here to see where other ELHS students work!
Summer Day Camp Counselor (16+): Located at Great Horse in Hampden: July 5 - August 11. Click here for more information and to apply!
College CORNER
Admissions - early? rolling? regular?: What's the difference?
Parents: A message for parents starting the college search process
529 Funds: What can I use my 529 funds for?
Internships: Degrees can help, but internships make the difference
College Athletics: Creating your highlight film for college recruiting
UMASS Pre-College Summer Program: For high school students in grade 10-12 - Learn more here!
Juniors & Seniors: Timeline for college admissions & financial aid
College Fairs: in person and virtual opportunities available ... NACAC College Fairs ~ NEACAC College Fairs
MIlitary
U.S. Marines Info Session at ELHS: Tuesday May 2 from 1015am-1145am - www.marines.com
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WHAT: U.S. Academies Info Day: Learn about U.S. service academies and other similar educational opportunities ... US Military Academy, US Naval Academy, US Air Force Academy, US Merchant Marine Academy, US Coast Guard Academy; Mass Maritime Academy; Norwich University; and ROTC programs.
WHEN: Saturday May 20, 2023 at 12pm at the Springfield Museums
HOW: 2023 Academy Day Form - Deadline is May 15, 2023
TRADES
Career planning
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