1. Benefits of Mandatory Community Service for High School Students
Patten University
Prepared for ENG101B

2. ~Overview ~ Preparation is Key Many Benefits for Students
Programs in Other States
Beyond Graduation

3. Preparation Plan Educate Implement
Study successes and failures in other cities
Solicit input from the local community
Educate
Get teachers and parents involved
Form partnerships with community businesses
Implement
Establish a fair transition period
Keep the door open for future adjustments

4. Benefits Emotional Growth Work Experience Civic Engagement
Self-confidence
Sense of accomplishment
Work Experience
Reliability and commitment
Communication skills
Civic Engagement
Involvement in one’s present and future
Pride in one’s community

5. Note. Adapted from “High School Graduation Requirement or Credit toward Graduation — Service-Learning/Community Service”, the Education Policy Team, 2014, Education Commission of the States. Retrieved from:

6. Beyond Graduation
In addition to the benefits realized by students during their academic career, the positive effects of participation in community service will continue to be felt for much longer. Students who volunteer are more likely to become:
Well-rounded young adults
Future leaders
Voters

7. Thank you

8. Reference List
Education Commission of the States. (2014). High School Graduation Requirement or Credit toward Graduation - Service-Learning/Community Service. Retrieved from
Loupe, D. (2016). Community Service: Mandatory or Voluntary? The School Superintendents Association. Retrieved May 03, 2016 from
Ryan, D. (2012). Required Community Service in High Schools and Civic Engagement. Trinity College. Retrieved May 14, 2016 from schools-and-civic-engagement.
Sparks, S. (2013). Community Service Requirements Seen to Reduce Volunteering. Education Week. Retrieved May 03, 2016 from