All students working toward Maryland State Department of Education diplomas must complete service learning hours in addition to the graduation requirements of enrollment, credit, courses, and competencies.
There are three important deadlines associatd with SSL:
September 30, 2011 for all summer hours
January 6, 2012 for September-December hours
June 1, 2012 for January – May hours
Put these on your calendar!
Questions? Contact Mr. Marco Fuggitti at 301-649-8229 or email Marco_G_Fuggitti@mcpsmd.org.
Student Service Learning Hours
(Questions & Answers)
Q: How many Student Service Learning Hours do I need to graduate high school?
A: Students graduating 2011 and beyond will need 75 SSL Hours.
Q: Does it matter where I serve the hours?
A: Yes, Student Service Learning Hours must be performed at an MCPS approved organization. If the organization is not on the approved list, a special activity form must be filled out and approved BEFORE the student performs the service.
For a complete list of approved organizations, please visit www.mcpsssl.org
SSL hours must be performed at non profit organizations.
Q: When should I turn in my SSL hours?
A: SSL hours should be turned in BEFORE the end of each marking period in order for them to show up on your report card throughout the year.
Q: Should I strive to get more than 75 hours?
A: Yes! The more community service you perform the better your chances for various scholarships. Also, MCPS awards a certificate to all students with 260 SSL hours upon graduation. Helping your community and those in need is a great thing to do! So, get out there and earn those hours!
MCPS Student Service Learning Hours Information--All your questions answered!
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