Consider things that interest you, activities you enjoy, areas you are curious about or a specific organization you want to work with. All SSL must be done with nonprofit, tax exempt organizations.
Check organizations that are tagged, "Approved SSL MCPS" and opportunities that are tagged, "MCPS SSL Approved" at this website.
If the organization and opportunity are....
Contact the organization and make an appointment to share your interest.
Learn about what is expected and make a commitment to serve.
Learn what is expected from the organization, complete a Request for SSL Pre approval and submit it to your school SSL Coordinator PRIOR TO BEGINNING service.
Upon receiving approval from the SSL Coordinator set up a time to begin your service, begin full participation in the activity.
Fully participate in the service learning activity.
Turn completed Verification Form into school SSL Coordinator by the last Friday in September to document service performed during the summer and by the Friday before first semester exams begin to document first semester service; the Friday before second semester exams begin to document second semester service. Keep a copy of all SSL documents.
