What is it and what can it be used for

COMMUNITY SERVICE ACTIVITIES COMMUNITY SERVICE ACTIVITIES ARE PROGRAMS AND SERVICES OUTSIDE THE DISTRICT’S REGULAR AND EXTRACURRICULAR PROGRAMS FOR PUPILS WI State Statute (19)

COMMUNITY SERVICE FUND QUESTIONS TO ASK….  Is the program outside the usual instructional timeframe?  Is it open to everyone in the community? (age appropriate)  Is it fee supported?  Are costs directly related to the activity included?  If you can say “yes” to all of the above questions, the program may be appropriate for inclusion in the Community Service Fund.

COMMON COMMUNITY SERVICE FUND ACTIVITIES  Recreational  After-school swimming and lessons  Softball & basketball leagues  Adult Education Programs  Community Library  After School Day Care

IT’S NOT “COMMUNITY SERVICE” IF… …in general, it involves any activities that provide instruction and support services to K-12 pupils…..

IT’S NOT “COMMUNITY SERVICE” IF…  It’s part of a regular instructional program;  It’s only open to pupils enrolled in the district;  It includes operational costs that support K-12 educational activities;  It incurs costs not specifically identified with community service activities.

WHAT ABOUT…?  Custodian Costs?  Security Services?  Utility Costs? The DPI recommends that districts do not included these costs, unless directly associated with the program and fully documented. Pro-ration of costs is not recommended.

WHAT ABOUT…?  Facility Rental? Statute (17) allows a district to grant use of its facilities if such use does not interfere with school purposes or school-related activities; This involves a group that is not under the control of the school board; A district can charge fees as long as they don’t exceed actual costs; Facility Rental fees are recorded in the general fund, not in the community service fund.