Student Service Learning
Contact: Mrs. Melissa Porter Parks or Mr. Dave Murray
Deadlines (this information will be updated when available)
Certificate of Meritorious Service (for Seniors) deadline: March 30, 2023
1st semester hours due: January 6, 2023
2nd semester hours due: June 2, 2023
Summer hours Friday, September 24, 2022
Requirements
Graduation Requirements for SSL Hours based on entry into MCPS
Entered MCPS middle/high school in: Hours needed: 6th grade 75 7th grade 65 8th grade 55 9th grade 45 10th grade 35 11th grade 20 12th grade 10
Resources
Where can I volunteer?
Montgomery County Volunteer Center (click here for SSL opportunities)
Volunteer Opportunities
- GHS classes with SSL hours automatically infused into the curriculum
- National, State, and Local (NSL) Government: 7.5 hours per semester
- Child Development: 5 hours per semester
- NJROTC: 5 hours per semester
- Additional hours are available through various activities and clubs. See the club sponsor or contact Ms. Turner for more information:
- Key Club
- Interact Club
- National Honor Society
- Student Government Association (SGA)
- Outdoor Education Counselors
- PODER
- BROTHERS
Forms
Turn in completed forms to Ms. Turner's mailbox in the main office.
- Form 550-51 SSL Activity Verification Form
- Form 560-50 Special Activity Form (Request for Pre-approval)