1. WELCOME TO SEMINAR

2. Monday, January 5, 2015  Do Now  Brainstorm with your elbow partner  4 -5 reasons why participating in community service is important  Daily Target  I will understand the importance that volunteering has on my community, as well as to me. AGENDA 1.Do Now 2.Video 3.Discussion 4.Reflection HOMEWORK/PRACTICE: Study or Read for at least 10 minutes in your area of concern.

3.  FAFSA night is Thursday – January 8, 2015  5 – 7 in the Library  Finals Study day Saturday – January 10, 2015  9am till noon  Finals – January 22 and 23, 2015  22 nd periods 1-3; 2 hours each  23 rd periods 4-6; 2 hours each

4. Watch the following video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ki_NaVhX Rrs&feature=youtu.be

5. Volunteer work presents a great opportunity for teenagers to prepare for the future, as well as to improve their communities. In addition to boosting socializing skills and awareness of local organizations and social issues, high school students who volunteer often may have an advantage over their peers when headed off to college. Adapted from United Way

6. GAINING NEW SKILLS  With each new volunteer activity comes training. These skills may seem basic or trivial at the time of training, but may also provide building blocks for future success. ADD TO RESUME  If a teen's pre-college resume is limited to summer employment at the local pizza place and basic computer skills, it might be time to add a few lines.

7. GIVING TIME  One of the most selfless acts anyone can do is donate their time and talents. Teens who are busy with after- school sports or work to help support their families and still make time to volunteer on evenings or weekends show outstanding character and resolve to make a difference. SHOWING RESPONSIBILITY  Just like going to a job, committing to a volunteer position shows responsibility. Teens working on becoming more reliable should get involved in volunteer programs relating to their hobbies to naturally build responsibility.

8. EARNING CREDIT  Some volunteer opportunities can translate to high school or college credits.  Students who do an extended amount of documented volunteer hours can earn a varsity letter

9.  Metro Parks - http://www.metroparkstacoma.org/volunteer/ http://www.metroparkstacoma.org/volunteer/  TCC’s volunteer website - http://www.tacomacc.edu/campuslife/organizationsandact ivities/volunteerfair/volunteeropportunities/ http://www.tacomacc.edu/campuslife/organizationsandact ivities/volunteerfair/volunteeropportunities/  Multicare health services - http://waystohelp.multicare.org/volunteer-services http://waystohelp.multicare.org/volunteer-services  Rescue Mission - https://www.rescue- mission.org/volunteerhttps://www.rescue- mission.org/volunteer  Tacoma Public Library - http://www.tacomapubliclibrary.org/Page.aspx?nid=203 http://www.tacomapubliclibrary.org/Page.aspx?nid=203  Habitat for Humanity – http://www.volunteerguide.org/hours http://www.volunteerguide.org/hours  There are many other opportunities - you will just need to search for your passion!

10. Document, Document, Document To earn your volunteer completion award from LHS Juniors will need 15 hours this year, and Seniors will need 30 hours this year. A GREAT WAY to beef up your resume for colleges, internships and scholarships! Complete the: LHS community service verification form for each activity, and submit to your seminar instructor.

11. Write an exit note on a ½ sheet of paper List  3 reasons why a teenager should volunteer  3 opportunities/events or places that you will Seniors: Remember FAFSA night is Thursday!! Finals study session – Saturday, January 10, 2015 9 - 12