Community Service Opportunities

Welcome to Winter Haven High School’s

Community Service Page

Mrs. Farthing, School Counselor, is the Community Service Coordinator

She is available to meet with students afterschool from 1:45-2:30 and Wednesdays during all lunches in the Cafeteria Counseling office. eLearning students can contact Mrs. Farthing by email at joanne.farthing@polk-fl.net or by phone afterschool at 291.5330, ext 419

At the start of each school year, or when students start working with a NEW non-profit agency, students are required to submit their proposal/plan to Mrs. Farthing for approval before logging hours. The maximum number of hours accepted per day is 8, per district policy.

Reminder – Community Service is not required for graduation, but it is a very important requirement for scholarships. Cambridge diploma students must have 100 documented Service Hours.

Please look at the following 5 links below:

· Community Service Proposal/Plan: Must submit to Mrs. Farthing for approval when starting with a new non-profit agency. eLearners may email their proposal.

· Community Service Log: Must have your proposal submitted and approved before logging hours. Students are required to make a copy or take a photo of their log sheet before turning in to Mrs. Farthing afterschool. eLearners may email their log.

· Community Service Brochure: Highlights the benefits of service. Outlines hours that will be approved and those that are not acceptable.

· Understanding Community Service pdf: Information about the program from District Community Service Director

· Community Service websites: Helpful ideas for service opportunities

For more information, please contact:

Mrs. Farthing
joanne.farthing@polk-fl.net

Click HERE to view Community Service Websites

Click HERE to view Understanding Community Service for High School Students