Metro Tech High School by Ms. Klein, Ms. Lane and Ms. Sherman

What is community service? Community service is donated (not paid) service or activity that is performed by someone or a group of people for the benefit of the community.

What are the positive social outcomes of community service for you? Meet new people Make a difference Have fun Feel better about yourself Feel an increased sense of community Increase your productivity Learn a new skill Use skills you already have Give hope to others Help make others happy Feel valued and appreciated Give your life purpose

What are the career and educational benefits of community service? Opportunities for students to become active, positive contributors to society Helps students acquire academic skills and knowledge Studies have shown increases in positive feelings and decreases in depression and stress—“Feel Good” feeling Improves communication skills Exposure to diversity, multiculturalism and different ways of thinking Increase critical and problem solving skills Opportunities to receive scholarships College application forms Employment

What are the Metro Tech Community Service Requirements? FreshmenSophomoresJuniorsSeniors Semester 15 hours10 hours15 hours Semester 25 hours10 hours15 hours Totals per year 10 hours20 hours30 hours

Which activities are NOT community service? Fundraising for a church or school club Working for free at a store Babysitting for free for family Helping a relative fix a car Community service is helping in the community. It includes not for profit activities BUT not for your family, friends or relatives.

What is Step 1? The first step is to explore what type of community service you want to do. Here are some samples of community service opportunities you can do: Cleaning a park Collecting items for charity such as clothes, food, or furniture Getting involved with Habitat for Humanity Volunteering at your elementary school Helping the elderly in nursing homes Volunteering at the Veterans Hospital Helping out at a local library by shelving and putting books in order Tutoring elementary school children Serving food at a food bank Help with hands-on activities at the Science Center

What is step 2? You must contact an organization to find the one that fits you. You may also research organizations on the Internet. Here are some ideas to help you. Arizona Science Center – Gallery assistant, class assistant, greeters Hospice of the Valley – Assisting elderly people Golden Gate Community Center – Help with recreation programs for ages 7 and up – Web site: goldengatecenter.org

Step 2 continued Mi Familia Vota Civic Participation Campaign – or mifamiliavoter.net – Data entry computer assistants DUCK (Downtown Urban Community for Kids) – – Tutoring, after school program including playing games Phoenix Public Library – Each branch has their own phone number – – Shelving books, book sales, tour assistant

Step 2 continued St. Vincent De Paul – – Food bank volunteers needed Phoenix Veterans Hospital – – Assistants for patients, recreation, record keeping, information desk Arizona Humane Society – – Each branch has their own phone number – Must be at least 16, must be able to volunteer 8 hours for six months in a row –

Step 2 continued St. Joseph’s Hospital & Medical Center – – Assisting patients and their families Helping Hands Community Service Club – Metro Tech High School – Mr. Viquesney Boys & Girls Clubs – – Need to contact the Program Manager at your local club – Need parent permission

Step 2 continued Elementary schools you can volunteer at: 1.Cartwright Elementary School (623) Pueblo del Sol Middle School (602) Alta E. Butler Middle School (602) Excelencia School (602) Atkinson Middle School (623) Starlight Park Elementary School (623) Zito School (602) Herrera Elementary School (602) Pan American Charter School (602)

What is step 3? You may be asked to complete an application We will practice completing a sample application now

What is step 3? Complete the application as neatly and fully as possible

What is step 4? You must complete your service and submit a signed volunteer sheet to your CaTe teacher for credit.

Why should YOU volunteer? “Volunteering gave me motivation to continue my studies so I can be someone special. My service helped make me more responsible and mature. Volunteering opens a lot of doors for you. You get interviews for jobs and scholarships because of your dedication.” Metro Tech student Cristal Ramos Arizona Veterans Home Volunteer Award of Honor

What are the most important things you need to get a scholarship or into college? According to the San Diego Tribune, recruiters and judges look at: 1.GPA (grade point average) 2.ACT score (college entrance exam) 3.Community service activities 4.Recommendation letters