Service-Learning Programs

The Volunteer Center of Cedar Valley (VCCV) will help engage area students in service and service-learning programs. The VCCV develops service learning opportunities at community organizations that enhance learning. They plan a project that can be done in the classroom that will help the community, and improve classroom learning. The VCCV provides schools with copies of their youth volunteering opportunity resources and will make presentations to faculty or students about volunteering and volunteer opportunities. All services are free because we all profit when youth become engaged in service activities. 

The following are some of the opportunities available:

Service Learning (K-12)

Service learning is a method by which young people learn and develop through active participation in thoughtfully – organized service experiences.

This seven part program includes all the essential steps for effective service learning and can be adapted for all age levels. Lessons may also be modified to meet time constraints. 

Community Volunteerism Simulations (6-9)

The purpose of this program is to encourage the group to think about their community values and to highlight the importance of community service and volunteerism. The simulation urges participants to interact as a community.

Helping Out is Cool (K-5)

This presentation will give elementary students creative ideas on how they can volunteer right in their own neighborhood, school, and community. A big book is read to the class followed by an interactive discussion on ways they can make a difference.

Classroom/School Projects (K-12)

A list of projects is provided that can be done in the classroom and/or school that will help the community, non-profit agencies and improve classroom learning.

Contact Jean Seeland, Youth Program Coordinator from the Volunteer Center of Cedar Valley at 272-2087 or email Jean_Seeland@vccv.org.