Community Involvement Hours

Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) Graduation Requirement

Community involvement is more than a diploma requirement for our WCDSB students. The experience gained through community involvement allows students to grow in knowledge and appreciation of themselves and their God-given gifts, and to find meaning, dignity and vocation in work which respects the rights of all and contributes to the common good.

Additional Benefits of Community Involvement:

  • students are motivated and encouraged to develop awareness and understanding of civic responsibility;
  • increased awareness of the important role students play in supporting and strengthening their communities;
  • an opportunity for students to develop new skills and gain valuable work experience;
  • develop a positive image and greater sense of belonging within the community;
  • explore interests and connections to their future pathway;
  • secondary and post-secondary schools may acknowledge exemplary efforts with rewards and scholarships;
  • provides networking opportunities for future employment.

For more information on the community involvement OSSD requirement and eligible community involvement activities please view the online Community Involvement Manual.

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