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Community Service Hours

Performing community service is a wonderful way for our middle school scholars to contribute to and learn about the community. The following guidelines are designed to help parents and students understand the procedures for performing community service and recording hours.
 
General Guidelines
Middle school scholars are highly encouraged to perform 30 community service hours in each school year.
  • A minimum of 15 hours of volunteer service completed and recorded on your service log from summer break and during the 1st semester must be turned in by January 9th, 2026.
  • The total 30 hours should be completed by May 15th, 2026
 
City of Vacaville Mayoral Volunteer Service Award
This award is presented by the City of Vacaville and is signed by the current mayor, in recognition and appreciation for your commitment to strengthen our community through volunteerism. This award is a great way to enhance your first-time job resume, acceptance into high school clubs/programs, and applications for college admissions or scholarships. 
  • A service medal and certificate is given to scholars who complete 50 or more hours during the school year. 
  • Hours are to be maintained on your personal Kairos Community Service log and turned in no later than May 15th, 2026 to qualify for this award.
 
Community Service Opportunities
Scholars may earn community service hours at any event where they serve others within the community. All community service must be outside of the student’s own household.
  • If you are unsure if a particular activity is appropriate please contact Ms. Mariah Stone at [email protected].
  • For an Event Organized by the School or the an Event within the community
    • Log must be signed by the event coordinator at time of event. 
    • Parents can NOT sign in place of the event coordinator (exception: Volunteering at Family Business or Parents place of Employment).

 

Recording Hours on the Community Service Logs
  • Community Service Logs should be turned in to the Health Office or Room 22.
  • All categories on Community Service Log must be completed for an event. Incomplete Logs will not be accepted.