COMMUNITY SERVICE REQUIREMENT

PYLUSD Graduation Requirement = 40 hours (5 hours each semester enrolled in a PYLUSD HS) 

Seniors must have completed a minimum of 30 hours prior to their Senior year in order to obtain a lunch pass

 

The following procedures are to be followed by the student in order to successfully fulfill the 40 hour community service requirement:

Permission Form: The permission form is available at registration as part of the data confirmation process and it is required that all incoming 9th graders or new students sign and return the form. If this did not happen, then one must be picked up, signed, and returned by the student to the Attendance Office as quickly as possible. Students entering EDHS after August will be given the permission form at the initial counseling appointment. Community service may not begin until the signed form is returned.

Selecting an Agency/Organization: Community service is work performed with a non-profit organization for which you receive no pay. Organizations should be selected from flyers displayed on the Community Service Bulletin Board located outside the Career Center. Students may choose service opportunities not listed in the Guide as long as they meet all criteria stated on this page. Any student who is completing community service through a court probation program may not use those hours to fulfill the graduation requirement. Also, community service performed for family members, for-profit businesses, or private individuals will not count toward the community service requirement. When a student is unsure of the acceptability of an organization, always check with the Community Service admin, Ms. Newman, prior to beginning.

Contacting the Agency: Students are responsible for contacting the agency to determine days
and times to perform the service. See the "How to Get Started" section to assist you.

Community Service Verification Form: Students are responsible to complete the top half of the Community Service Verification form. At the end of the service activity, the bottom half of the form is to be filled out and signed by the individual at the agency who supervised the student. The completed form is turned (drop-box inside and outside of attendance office) within 30 days of completing the activity (exceptions will be made over summer break). Many students choose to serve their hours for the same organization over a long period of time. CS Verification forms need to be turned in on a monthly basis in order to receive credit. Please remember to keep a copy for your records.

 

Falsifying Documents: Community service documents that have been falsified in any way will result in school suspension and may also include the loss of graduation privileges or school transfer.

 

Awards: Community service hours can be used to enhance college applications and create
scholarship opportunities.