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Steps For Earning SSL Hours

 
step 1 Consider things that interest you, activities you enjoy, areas you are curious about or a specific organization you want to work with. All SSL must be done with nonprofit, tax exempt organizations.
step 2 Check the list of Pre-approved Service Opportunities for SSL on this Web site.
If the organization and activity are....
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step 3 Contact the organization and make an appointment to share your interest.
step 4 Learn about what is expected and make a commitment to serve.
step 3 not pre-approved Learn what is expected from the organization, complete a Special Activity Form and submit it to your school SSL Coordinator for approval PRIOR TO BEGINNING service.
step 4 not pre-approved Upon receiving approval from the SSL Coordinator set up a time to begin your service, begin full participation in the activity.
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step 5 Fully participate in the service learning activity.
step 5 Complete a Verification Form to document service preformed in the summer or within each semester service is done.
step 6 Turn completed Verification Form into school SSL Coordinator by September 30 for summer service or by the end of each semester in which service is done. Keep a copy of all SSL documents. Check out the SSL section of your report card.
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If you need assistance, contact the SSL Coordinator in your school.