Student Service Learning Hours (SSL)
To learn more about the MCPS SSL program, please view our program overview at https://bit.ly/SSLHubMCPS
Any middle school student who has submitted documentation to show the completion of the 75-hour SSL graduation requirement (for the first time in middle school) by March 27, 2026, will receive the Superintendent’s SSL Award.
Students, please provide your SSL forms to Room 27 before March 27th for first time 75-hour SSL earners in Middle School. If you earn 75 hours for the first time in middle school, you will receive the Superintendent's SSL Award at the end of the school year.
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The Choose Respect Video Contest (Deadline: February 15, 2026) is now open! Students may earn 10 SSL hours for quality video submissions about healthy teen dating and the impact of teen dating violence. Interested students may view the contest rules and additional information at this website.
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The Heads Up Phones Down Video Contest (Deadline: February 28, 2026) is now open! HS students may earn 5 SSL hours for quality video submissions that raise awareness about the dangers of distracted driving and walking. Interested students may view the contest rules and additional information at this website.
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MCPS National History Day (March 7, 2026, 8:00am - 2:00pm) - For MCPS Students 18+ - MCPS is looking for HS students 18+ to judge student projects at the National History Day County Competition on Saturday, March 7, 2026! Students will receive 6 SSL hours and lunch on the day of the event. To learn more, please visit this link - https://montgomerycountymd.galaxydigital.com/need/detail/?need_id=1153211
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Choose Respect Montgomery - RespectFest - March 8-15, 2026
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March 8-15, 2026 (virtual/online) - Middle school and high school students will have the opportunity to earn up to 5 SSL hours for actively participating in online activities and virtual workshops centered on dating violence and prevention!
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March 15, 2026, 1-4 PM - Wheaton Community Recreation Center (in-person) - Middle school and high school students will have the opportunity to earn up to 3 SSL hours for attending this in-person festival focused on spreading awareness about dating violence and prevention! Registration will occur on-site.
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The Keeping It Safe Video Contest (Deadline: March 31, 2026) is now open! Students may earn 5 SSL hours for quality video submissions about the risks and dangers of under 21 alcohol use. Interested students may view the contest rules and additional information at this website.
Delegate Pam Queen’s Living Organ Donor Video Contest (Deadline: March 31, 2026) is now open! Students may earn 10 SSL hours for quality video submissions promoting the importance of living organ donations. Interested students may view the contest rules and additional information at this website.
Contact Info:
Amalia_D_Triantis@mcpsmd.org
