service-learning service-learning. what exactly is service-learning? service-learning,also known as...
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Service-Learning
What exactly is Service-Learning?
Service-Learning ,also known as community service, is donated service or activity that is performed by someone or a group of people for the benefit of the public or its institutions
Making a difference by contributing something of value – money, skills, value, time
Helping without expecting something in return
Motivating someone to make a difference
Taking steps to fulfill the urge or sense of obligation to stand for something bigger than yourself
What are the benefits of Service-Learning?
Help others
Meet new people
Make a difference around the community
Give hope to others
Develop leadership skills
Enhance problem problem skills
Learn to work as a team
Run For Missions
For my first service-learning project I volunteered to work for the Baptist Collegiate Ministry’s Run For Missions Fundraiser. This was a four mile race and a one mile fun run. All the proceeds of the event went to help students who would be traveling over the summer doing mission work. At the event I helped set up and worked registration.
Run For Missions
The Chickfila Cow came to support the racers
Westside Elementary Field Day
I was given the opportunity to help during Westside Elementary School’s Field Day. In high school I volunteered this same field day so it was cool to work it again in college. I walked a fifth grade class around to their different stations. It was fun to watch them play their games, but it was even more fun to join in.
Westside Elementary Field Day
Watching the 5th graders play the games
My brother also came to join the fun
Community Day
I volunteered to help run a booth at the Lowndes County Community Day. This was a fun time to help those in need around the community. There was free food, groceries, clothes, health screenings, music, games, and haircuts. It was awesome to see everyone around the community to come together and help those that have little.
Community Day
Me and Goose at community day
Working the bounce house with some friends
What did I learn?
I learned how one little thing can effect someone in a big way. By doing service-learning I was able to meet many amazing people and develop great friendships. I have done community service in the past, and I hope to do much more in the future.