Community Service

Delta High School students are required to complete 5 hours of approved community service each year as a graduation requirement (20 hours total).

All service hours must be:

  • Unpaid
  • Completed outside of regular class time
  • Beneficial to the community
  • Verified by an adult supervisor or organization representative

Students should record all service using the official Community Service Log Form and submit completed forms to their current Advisor.

Community service log

What Counts as Community Service? 

Examples of approved service activities include: 

  • Volunteering for a non-profit organization 

  • Assisting at community events 

  • Helping senior citizens or neighbors in need 

  • Food bank or clothing drive support 

  • Environmental cleanup projects 

  • Tutoring or mentoring without pay 

  • Creating care kits, blankets, or cards for community members 

  • School or community event volunteering outside of required class activities 

What Does NOT Count? 

The following activities do not qualify: 

  • Paid employment 

  • Court-ordered community service 

  • Babysitting or chores for immediate family members 

  • Participation in clubs or meetings without service activity 

  • Sports practices, rehearsals, or competitions 

  • Activities completed for a grade or class credit 

  • Hours without supervisor verification 

Important Guidelines 

  • Students are responsible for tracking and submitting their own hours. 

  • Hours completed during the summer maybe applied to the upcoming school year. 

  • Advisors or administration may request additional verification if needed. 

  • If students are unsure whether an activity qualifies, they should check with their Advisor before completing the service. 

Suggested Ways to Serve 

Students can volunteer through: 

  • Advisory Volunteer opportunities as provided 

  • Local non-profits 

  • Animal shelters 

  • Senior centers 

  • Community clean-up events 

  • School support events 

  • Food banks and donation drives 

  • Youth programs and mentoring opportunities 

Community service is an important part of the Delta experience and helps students grow as leaders, collaborators, and engaged community members. 

Submission Deadline for Community Hours each year: May 1st 

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