Final Exam Service Project
The PSL final consists of two parts: a service project and a final assessment. Students much choose 1 of the final exam service projects below to fulfill the service component of their final. These projects are designed to engage students in addressing community needs through service and/or advocacy.
Note: Your final exam service project will count for 50% of your final exam grade. Your grade will be determined based on the number of hours you complete, a written reflection that you submit at the conclusion of your project, as well as an evaluation from the project supervisor.
The learning target for this unit is:
- Write narratives
- Engage in societal problems and contribute to the common good
- Reflect on your service experiences
SELECT A PROJECT
Directions: Review the final exam service project options listed below. Select a project that interests you and fits into your calendar. RSVP for your event by completing the final exam service project registration form. Please note, there is limited availability for some projects. As a result, these projects will be filled on a first come, first served basis.
SHOPPING SPREE FUNDRAISER AT RIDEOUT'S IGA
Dates: January 7- February 19th
Time: The time it takes to sell 1, 2, or 3 raffle tickets.
Location: Turn completed tickets and payment into Mr. Soeder or Mrs. Trentanelli in the PSL classroom
Contact: Mr. Soeder or Mrs. Trentanelli
Description: Students who sell 3 raffle tickets will fulfill their final exam service requirement. Students who sell 1 ticket will have their final exam service requirement reduced by 1 hour. Students who sell 2 tickets will have their final exam service requirement reduced by 2 hours. Proceeds benefit SADD, PSL, and the Power Pack Program. Click here to register for this event.
Dates: January 7- February 19th
Time: The time it takes to sell 1, 2, or 3 raffle tickets.
Location: Turn completed tickets and payment into Mr. Soeder or Mrs. Trentanelli in the PSL classroom
Contact: Mr. Soeder or Mrs. Trentanelli
Description: Students who sell 3 raffle tickets will fulfill their final exam service requirement. Students who sell 1 ticket will have their final exam service requirement reduced by 1 hour. Students who sell 2 tickets will have their final exam service requirement reduced by 2 hours. Proceeds benefit SADD, PSL, and the Power Pack Program. Click here to register for this event.
PMS KNOCKOUT TOURNAMENT
Dates: Friday, January 24, 2020 Time: 2:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Location: Perry Middle School Gym. Contact: Mrs. Morgan Description: The 6th Annual Dodgeball Tournament for students in grades 6-8 will take place in the Middle School Gym. Volunteers are needed to assist with set-up, officiating, keeping balls in play, and clean-up. Space is limited to three (3) volunteers. Click here to register for this event. |
NIGHT TO SHINE
Dates: Friday, February 7, 2020
Time: 6:00pm-9:00pm
Location: Cornerstone Friends Church
Contact: Mrs. Budzicki and Ms. Johnson
Description: Night to Shine is an unforgettable prom night experience for people with special needs ages 14 and older. This February 7, 2020, Night to Shine celebrates its sixth anniversary! PSL volunteers are needed to serve as buddies for those attending the event. Volunteers must attend one training session at Cornerstone Friends Church on Thursday 1/23/20 from 7-8:30pm or Saturday 2/1/20 from 9-10:30am.
Dates: Friday, February 7, 2020
Time: 6:00pm-9:00pm
Location: Cornerstone Friends Church
Contact: Mrs. Budzicki and Ms. Johnson
Description: Night to Shine is an unforgettable prom night experience for people with special needs ages 14 and older. This February 7, 2020, Night to Shine celebrates its sixth anniversary! PSL volunteers are needed to serve as buddies for those attending the event. Volunteers must attend one training session at Cornerstone Friends Church on Thursday 1/23/20 from 7-8:30pm or Saturday 2/1/20 from 9-10:30am.
KAYLEIGH O'BRIEN MEMORIAL FOOD & BOOK DRIVE
Dates: Saturday, March 7, 2020
Time: 10:00 am-1:00 pm OR 1:00 pm-4:00 pm
Location: 3389 Call Road, Perry, Ohio 44081
Contact: Mrs. O'Brien at 259-2981
Description: Kayleigh O'Brien, PSL class of 2016, died tragically in a car accident in 2017. As a student in PSL she gave generously of her time by volunteering at Perry Elementary School and participating in Shantytown and the Chicago Urban Plunge. To keep Kayleigh's spirit of giving alive, her family is holding a food and book drive to benefit participants in the Pirate Power Pack program. 3 volunteers are needed to work each shift at the O'Brien home. In addition to bringing donations, volunteers are asked to help unload cars, organize donations, and raise awareness about the event. Students volunteering during the last shift may also be asked to transport donations to the Power Pack room. Space is limited to 6 volunteers (3 per shift). Click here to register for this event.
Dates: Saturday, March 7, 2020
Time: 10:00 am-1:00 pm OR 1:00 pm-4:00 pm
Location: 3389 Call Road, Perry, Ohio 44081
Contact: Mrs. O'Brien at 259-2981
Description: Kayleigh O'Brien, PSL class of 2016, died tragically in a car accident in 2017. As a student in PSL she gave generously of her time by volunteering at Perry Elementary School and participating in Shantytown and the Chicago Urban Plunge. To keep Kayleigh's spirit of giving alive, her family is holding a food and book drive to benefit participants in the Pirate Power Pack program. 3 volunteers are needed to work each shift at the O'Brien home. In addition to bringing donations, volunteers are asked to help unload cars, organize donations, and raise awareness about the event. Students volunteering during the last shift may also be asked to transport donations to the Power Pack room. Space is limited to 6 volunteers (3 per shift). Click here to register for this event.
PMS DODGEBALL TOURNAMENT
Dates: Friday, March 6, 2020 Time: 2:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. Location: Perry Middle School Gym. Contact: Mrs. Morgan Description: The 6th Annual Dodgeball Tournament for students in grades 6-8 will take place in the Middle School Gym. Volunteers are needed to assist with set-up, officiating, keeping balls in play, and clean-up. Space is limited to six (6) volunteers. Click here to register for this event. |
MAGNIFIED GIVING AWARD CEREMONY
Dates: Monday, March 16th Time: TBD (likely 2 hours in the evening) Location: To be determined Contact: Mr. Soeder and Mrs. Trentanelli Description: The annual Magnified Giving Award Ceremony brings students and nonprofits together to celebrate the conclusion of the student philanthropy program and award $2,000 in grant money to local organizations. Space is limited to twelve (12) volunteers (4 from each block). Click here to register for this event. |
PERRY WOMEN'S LEAGUE BUNNY LUNCH
Date: Saturday, April 4, 2020
Time: 10:45am - 2:00pm
Contact: Cheryl Evanchick of the Perry Women's League.
Location: Perry Community Center on Perry Park Road (aka Perry Senior Center)
Description: Volunteers will assist with serving food, face painting, egg hunt, and craft table. Volunteer also needed to dress as bunny. Space is limited to 12 volunteers. Click here to register for this event.
Date: Saturday, April 4, 2020
Time: 10:45am - 2:00pm
Contact: Cheryl Evanchick of the Perry Women's League.
Location: Perry Community Center on Perry Park Road (aka Perry Senior Center)
Description: Volunteers will assist with serving food, face painting, egg hunt, and craft table. Volunteer also needed to dress as bunny. Space is limited to 12 volunteers. Click here to register for this event.
COMMUNITY GREEN DAY
Date: Saturday, April 25th, 2020
Time: 8:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Location: Meet in the Perry High School lobby
Contact: Mr. Soeder or Mrs. Trentanelli
Description: Volunteers are needed to serve in 1 of 3 activities including: Lake Erie Bluffs beach
clean-up, PHS Giving Garden prep, and senior citizen yard clean-ups. All volunteers should wear clothes that they don't mind getting dirty, closed toe shoes, and work gloves are highly recommended. In addition to volunteering at the event, volunteers are asked to display a green day yard sign in their lawn for the two weeks leading up to the event. Space is limited to 50 PSL volunteers. Click here to register for this event.
Date: Saturday, April 25th, 2020
Time: 8:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Location: Meet in the Perry High School lobby
Contact: Mr. Soeder or Mrs. Trentanelli
Description: Volunteers are needed to serve in 1 of 3 activities including: Lake Erie Bluffs beach
clean-up, PHS Giving Garden prep, and senior citizen yard clean-ups. All volunteers should wear clothes that they don't mind getting dirty, closed toe shoes, and work gloves are highly recommended. In addition to volunteering at the event, volunteers are asked to display a green day yard sign in their lawn for the two weeks leading up to the event. Space is limited to 50 PSL volunteers. Click here to register for this event.