Why Service-Learning is important for our students at Early College High School.
A national study of Learn and Serve America programs suggests that effective service-learning programs improve grades, increase attendance in school, and develop students' personal and social responsibility. A growing body of research recognizes service-learning as an effective strategy to help students by:
- Promoting learning through active participation in service experiences.
- Providing structured time for students to reflect by thinking, discussing and writing about their service experience;
- Providing an opportunity for students to use skills and knowledge in real-life situations.
- Extending learning beyond the classroom and into the community; and
- Fostering a sense of caring for others.
Service-learning also strengthens both education and local communities by:
- Building effective collaborative partnerships between schools or colleges and other institutions and organizations.
- Engaging parents and other adults in supporting student learning
- Meeting community needs through the service projects conducted
- Providing engaging and productive opportunities for young people to work with others in their community
When teachers and students connect classroom lessons with community service projects, service-learning engages students and brings learning to life!
Click Here to learn more about the benefits of Service Learning for all students.
Service- Learning Opportunities for Early College High School Students
| Habitat for Humanity and Habitat for Humanity ReStore |
| Habitat for Humanity is an international program where people of our community partner with people in need to provide decent affordable housing. Habitat for Humanity uses volunteer labor and community support to provide the means to build homes in our community. Habitat homeowners buy their homes when they are finished Canton City students have been involved with Habitat for Humanity of Greater Canton for many years. Timken High School Technology Academy completed their third home build in 2007. Opportunities to volunteer are open to all Canton City School students who meet the age requirements. Students age 16-18 may volunteer at Habitat for Humanity work sites in various capacities. Call Habitat to volunteer. |
| To Volunteer please contact:
Joanne McCallum
Habitat for Humanity,
at 330-493-6500 |
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| Salvation Army of Canton |
| The Salvation Army is an international program where people work together to meet the needs of those unable to provide for themselves. Learn more about the Salvation Army.at http://www1.salvationarmy.org/ihq/www_sa.nsf In addition, students may volunteer at the Salvation Army in Canton in a variety of capacities including “bell ringers” during the Christmas season, food drives and tutoring students in reading or other subjects. |
| To Volunteer please contact:
Director of Education. Jennifer Penland
Salvation Army of Canton,
at 330-453-0158. ext 136 |
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| Pegasus Farms |
| Pegasus Farms http://www.pegasusfarm.org/getInvolved.php located in Hartville, Ohio is dedicated to helping riders escape their braces, crutches and wheelchairs, replacing them with the gentle gait of well-trained horses. Click on website to learn what is required of you as a volunteer.
Pegasus Farm is committed to the idea that horseback riding has exceptional physical and psychological benefits which enable riders with disabilities to achieve control and mobility they may not otherwise experience. With the help of some very special horses, as well as recreational and social support, Pegasus Farm riders become well-rounded, self-confident individuals.
Endless patience and compassion are required when working with our horses and riders. Volunteers must be polite, courteous and respectful, even in challenging circumstances. They must be dependable and consistent in attendance and performance, and alert to the unexpected.
We have volunteers – and riders – of all ages. You must be 14 years of age to volunteer without a parent accompanying you. |
| To volunteer, please contact: Missy Klick, Volunteer Coordinator at 330-935-2300. |
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| J. Babe Stern Community Center in Canton |
The J Babe Stern Center serving the southwest neighborhoods is a community center for young people in Canton. Opportunities for youth service are in reading and math tutoring as well as athletics.
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To volunteer please contact:
Dave Miday, J.Babe Stern Center 330-455-3921 |
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Total Living Center of Canton |
| The Total Living Center of Canton is a non denominational food pantry which provides a hot meal and food distribution once a week. Students who volunteer with the Total Living Center help prepare and distribute food to Canton area people in need. |
| To volunteer, call Sue Bryan, Assistant Director at 330-455-3663. |
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| EP Coleman Community Center |
The EP Coleman Community Center serves residents of the Southeast section of Canton.
Student volunteers will work with the after school programs serving elementary and middle school students in the areas of reading, homework help and arts and crafts. |
To volunteer, please call Program Director, Lisa Diffendaner at 330-489-3350.
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