40 Hour Volunteer Requirement for Graduation

Graduation Requirement:
Every student who begins secondary school during or after the 2000 school year must complete a minimum of forty hours of community involvement activities as a graduation requirement..
Purpose:
The purpose of the community involvement requirement is to encourage students to develop awareness and understanding of civic responsibility and of the role they can play and the contributions they can make in supporting and strengthening their communities. The community involvement requirement is also an opportunity to celebrate the many contributions that our young people make in their communities.
Timing:
The work to fulfill this requirement can begin at any time after a student enters grade nine. These activities must be completed outside scheduled class time; they must not be part of a credit course; they must be unpaid activities; they must total a minimum of forty hours; and they must be completed by the end of grade twelve.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Students:
Students will plan and select appropriate community involvement activities in consultation with
their parents and complete and submit the required documentation according to Board requirements. Students are also responsible for completing their community involvement hours to their best ability in a manner that demonstrates a positive work ethic and respect for others.

To volunteer or if your interested in volunteering please contact our YoutFest Offices at:

youthfestburington@bellnet.ca