Community Service
Required Summer Service Hours
At Upper Arlington High School, summer service is one way we realize our vision of uniquely accomplished students prepared to serve, lead and succeed. All UAHS students are required to complete 6 hours of community service for an organization of their choice in exchange for designated days off during the school year (such as the Freshmen-Only or PSAT Day). This summer service provides valuable real-world experience, personal growth, and college and career readiness.
In order to have these hours count, please make sure they meet the following criteria:
- Completed during the summer - June 1 through September 30, 2026
- Entered into the Maia Learning platform and verified by your community service contact by September 30, 2026.
Students must have summer service submitted and verified online by September 30, 2026. Failure to do so will result in the retroactive marking of an unexcused absence for August 12, 2026, and ineligibility for Early Release, Late Arrival and parking privileges.
| Grade (Class) | Required Service Hours | Awards & Recognitions Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| 9th Grade (Class of 2030) |
6 Summer Hours - Required in exchange for having October 14 off (PSAT). Hours completed between June 1 and September 30 |
TEEN Volunteer Service Award: Bronze (50+ hours), Silver (75+ hours), Gold (100+ hours). Hours logged between March 2, 2026, and March 1, 2027. |
| 10th Grade (Class of 2029) |
6 Summer Hours - Required in exchange for having August 12 off (Freshmen-Only Day). Hours completed between June 1 and September 30 |
TEEN Volunteer Service Award: Bronze (50+ hours), Silver (75+ hours), Gold (100+ hours). Hours logged between March 2, 2026, and March 1, 2027. |
| 11th Grade (Class of 2028) | 6 Summer Hours - Required in exchange for having August 12 off (Freshmen-Only Day). Hours completed between June 1 and September 30 |
YOUNG ADULT Volunteer Service Award: Bronze (100+ hours), Silver (175+ hours), Gold (250+ hours). Hours logged between March 2, 2026, and March 1, 2027. National Honor Society (NHS): 3.75+ GPA, 48+ service hours, online application, and two faculty recommendations (selection process starts at the end of the first semester). |
| 12th Grade (Class of 2027) |
6 Summer Hours - Required in exchange for having August 12 off (Freshmen-Only Day). Hours completed between June 1 and September 30 |
YOUNG ADULT Volunteer Service Award: Bronze (100+ hours), Silver (175+ hours), Gold (250+ hours). Hours logged between March 2, 2026, and March 1, 2027. National Honor Society (NHS): 3.75+ GPA, 48+ service hours, online application, and two faculty recommendations (selection process starts at the end of the first semester). Senior Service Honor Cord: 120 hours of service specifically between June 1, 2026, and April 9, 2027. Community Service Diploma Seal: 60 total service hours during high school, logged by April 1 of graduation year. |
Important Note for All Grades: All completed hours must be unpaid, completed for a non-profit, school, or service agency, and cannot be done for family members. They must be recorded and verified through the MaiaLearning platform.
Rules for Community Service
All volunteer activities must be:
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Completed without pay.
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Completed for someone other than a family member.
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Completed for the school or service agency/organization. Volunteering for a “for-profit” company is not considered community service, unless you are participating in a community event sponsored by a “for-profit” company.
In addition, please note the following rules:
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Youth in the Booth does not count as community service, unless you have donated your pay and can produce a receipt.
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All political activities must be non-partisan (i.e., working for the League of Women Voters or Get Out the Vote. NOT - working for a specific campaign for a candidate)
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Extended service trips/camps can receive a maximum of 18 hours per day. This includes 6th grade camp (maximum of 48 hours for 6th grade camp).
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Religious activities count with the exceptions of teaching or preaching.