Community Service

Matthew Sullivan

Definition of Service Learning“Service-learning is a method through which

citizenship, academic subjects, skills, and values are taught. “

Keys to Success- VSU edition pg. 391

Benefits of Service Learning

Provides quality educationIncreased access to the range of supports and opportunities

they need to grow up healthy, caring, and responsible.Increased sense of self-efficacy, can impact real social

challenges, problems, and needs.Higher academic achievement and interest in furthering

their education.improved problem-solving skills, ability to work in teams,

and planning abilities.better civic engagement attitudes, skills and behaviors.

Talk about the different projects

Wounded Warrior – worked at a 5k in order to raise money for the injured soldiers in the army.

Bowling for breast cancer – this was an event in order to raise awareness and raise money for women struggling with breast cancer.

Relay for Life – this was also an event that dealt with raising money for cancer.

What I got out of service learning

I gained many skills that will help me with everyday activities.

I got the satisfaction of helping others.I made many new friends while doing the

community service.

Pictures

The group that I worked with during Wounded Warrior.

Passing out waters at Wounded Warrior.

Pictures

Wounded Warrior handing out tickets to the runners.

Relay for life at one of the many booths

More Pictures

Wounded Warrior Me again at Wounded Warrior

I had a lot of fun doing community service this year and will continue to offer help to those in need. I have learned more from doing community service then I ever thought I would.

The End