Community Service

One of the goals of public education as a whole is to develop good citizens who are capable of contributing to the betterment of our society throughout their lives.

As such Albion High School has instituted 30 hours of community service as part of its graduation requirement.

Through the Community Service Program students not only contribute directly to their community but also grow as individuals and gain necessary citizenship skills at the same time. Our Service Learning Program reinforces the school's commitment to our guiding principles of Respect, Responsibility, and Optimism.

When are students available?
What can be expected of a volunteer?
What kinds of things can a student/ participant do?
Are students graded?

When are students available?

The requirements began with ninth graders in September 1994. Service projects take place beyond the school day, weekends, or vacations unless the student receives prior approval. Students do not begin their volunteer hours until September of their freshman year.

What can be expected of a volunteer?

1) Total dependability. The student is expected to be at the site every day agreed upon. If for some reason they have to miss a day, they are to notify the agency beforehand.
2) High quality performance and attitude. The student/participant is exposed to services/programs from a civic perspective.

What kinds of things can a student/participant do?

To the degree possible, students have the opportunity to work directly with people and take on significant and responsible tasks. However, any professional job also involves material preparation, clerical work, etc., and this also may be expected of them. Students must volunteer at a non-profit agency. They simply cannot work for free at area businesses or stores.

Are students graded?

Basically, no. Participating agencies are asked to fill out an evaluation form. Students are awarded a 1/2 credit upon completion of 30 hours of community service. It is the student's responsibility to see that all paperwork is submitted to the guidance department.

For more information, please contact the high school guidance office at 589-2042.