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  • Instead of collecting community service hours on a piece of paper, all students will submit using their account on the online platform, Innerview. Students can organize their hours by categories and create a service resume. 

    For hours to qualify, students must include a picture of them doing the activity, the supervisor's name, phone number and, if available, email. Community service hours are helping with a non-profit organization (church, school, non-profit), not helping your family or a neighbor. 

  • What does and doesn’t count as community service at East Early College High School?

    This list is a starting point when planning your community service, but it is not everything that’s possible. There are many ways to help make a positive impact on your community. If you are unsure, please ask Ms. Rodriguez, Ms. Wolff-Romero, or Dr. Castillo for clarity. The ultimate decision regarding community service will be up to the school Principal, Dr. Castillo.

    Examples of what counts as community service.

    Service for non-profit agencies:

    • Red Cross
    • Houston Food Bank
    • SPCA
    • Shelters
    • MFAH

    Service work with churches:

    • Mission trips
    • Vacation Bible School
    • Nursery
    • Church-sponsored projects that address a community need

    School:

    • Volunteering at a middle or elementary school
    • Helping teachers with small projects or activities
    • Magnet Ambassador – Tour guide or supporting at magnet fairs
    •  Human Club
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    Volunteer service for charitable fundraising events:

    • Race for cures
    • Relay for Life

    Other Activities:

    • Activities on behalf of a candidate for public office
    • Libraries
    • Nursing homes/hospitals
    • Participation in events that benefit members of the community
    • Blood donations
    • Small donated items needed by the community – 2 hour limit for donations
    • Volunteer at non-profit organization that depends on volunteers for their programing (day camp counselor, etc.)

    Examples of what does NOT count as community service. 

    Please note, this is not an all-inclusive list. If you have questions, please ask. The ultimate decision regarding community service will be up to the school Principal, Dr. Castillo.

    • Involvement in school/community church musicals or plays
    • Helping family, friends, or neighbors, even if you are not paid (chores, cutting lawn, running errands). It is your obligation as a friend or family member to help out.
    • Club meetings/activities unless you are raising funds to support a community endeavor.
    • Community hours required by the court
    • Church or youth group activity – going on a hayride with your church group does not count, having a car wash with your church to raise money for families impacted by the fires in California DOES count.
    • Working at your job for free.
    • Working in a profit-making business for free. These companies do not rely on volunteers for success.
    • Babysitting for a neighbor or daycare for free.
    • Job shadowing