Service Learning Program Current Projects

“I truly believe these service-learning experiences have made me a more effective teacher and have provided students a voice and a chance to show how much of a difference they can make as a citizen, even at a young age.”
-Barry J. Guillot, NBCT | 8th Grade Earth Science, Harry Hurst Middle School

County/Parish, StateSchoolService Learning PlanDescriptionSubject Areas
Jefferson, LAAcademy of Our LadyBirthday Parties for Homeless ChildrenStudents learn about homelessness and its impact on children before organizing birthday parties for children living in a shelter.Religious Studies
Jefferson, LAArchbishop Chapelle High SchoolDrug Awareness EducationPsychology students study the effects of drugs and alcohol before leading other students in activities that demonstrate the dangers of drug and alcohol abuse.Psychology
Jefferson, LAArchbishop Chapelle High SchoolWild in the WetlandsOutdoor recreation meets scientific data collection. Students research local environmental problems and work with LOOP NOLA to collect data and find solutions.Science
Jefferson, LAArchbishop Chapelle High SchoolCoastal RootsStudents learn about coastal erosion and contribute to defense and restoration projects.Science, Social Studies
Plaquemines, LABelle Chasse High SchoolOur Heroes, Our VeteransStudents investigate the U.S. military and organize a day of events to honor local veterans.Social Studies, English, Visual Arts
Jefferson, LAChateau Estates Elementary SchoolCoastal RootsStudents learn about coastal erosion and contribute to defense and restoration projects.Science, Social Studies
Ascension, LADutchtown Middle SchoolA Cup of ThanksStudents with disabilities are taught the basics of customer service and apply their skills by providing a coffee cart service to teachers, special education staff, the Ascension Parish Sheriff's Office.Math, ELA, Social Studies
St John the Baptist, LAEast St John High SchoolAerial Systems OutreachHigh schoolers evaluate the lack of diversity in STEM fields before teaching low-income and minority students how to use drones.STEM
Orleans, LAEdna Karr High SchoolWetland Restoration through Coastal RootsStudents learn about coastal erosion and contribute to defense and restoration projects.Science
St Tammany, LAFifth Ward Junior High SchoolPoultry, Plants and Companion AnimalsStudents learn to raise baby chicks and the eggs are donated to low-income families in the Bush and Sun communities.STEM
St Charles, LAHahnville High SchoolAdults Reached Through Students (ARTS)Students with disabilities practice life and career skills with the elderly residents at Ashton Manor.ELA, Math, Social Studies, Science, Independent Living Skills, Vocational Training
Jefferson, LAHaynes AcademyClassroom GardenStudents will study food insecurity, create a garden, and donate the produce to a local homeless shelter.ELA, Science, Social Studies
Jefferson, LAHaynes AcademyContinuing Coastal RootsStudents learn about coastal erosion and contribute to defense and restoration projects.Science
St Charles, LAHarry Hurst Middle SchoolWetland WatchersStudents present information about wetlands to younger students on wetland field trips. The class also performs service activities such as collecting litter at Wetland Watchers Park.Science
Orleans, LAInternational High SchoolHousing and HomelessnessStudents learn about affordable housing and homelessness and provide donations to the homeless.Social Studies
Orleans, LAKIPP Believe PrimaryM.E.S.S. LabStudents study the concept of "Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle” and participate in a paint recycling project.Math, English, Science, Social Studies
Orleans, LAKIPP Believe PrimaryHousing and HomelessnessStudents learn about affordable housing and homelessness and provide donations to the homeless.Social Studies
Orleans, LALiving SchoolSolar Power GeneratorStudents will build a solar powered generator that will be used as part of disaster relief efforts.STEM
Orleans, LALouise S. McGehee SchoolSophomores Reflect on the American Dream Sophomores explore the concept of the "American Dream" throughout history, as they visit agencies assisting the homeless, and consider the factors preventing one from achieving the "American Dream".ELA
Orleans, LALouise S. McGehee SchoolJuniors Study Government Policy & Nonprofits Students investigate government housing policies and homelessness, as they work with Habitat for Humanity.Social Studies
Orleans, LAMount Carmel AcademyHands Helping HandsStudents learn about blight and assist low-income homeowners with repairs to their homes.Religious Studies; Social Studies
Orleans, LAThe NET: GentillyWalk 'DatStudents learn about dog anatomy and dog training skills before aiding staff at a dog rescue center.ELA, Math, Science, Physical Education
Orleans, LANew Harmony High SchoolM.E.S.S. LabStudents study the concept of "Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle” and participate in a paint recycling project.Math, English, Science, Social Studies
Orleans, LANew Harmony High SchoolSankofa Wetland Park & Nature Trail Restoration Students will study wetland ecology and completed restoration projects at the Sankofa wetland park.Science, Social Studies, Agriculture
Orleans, LAIsidore Newman SchoolGrowing Fruits and Vegetables at a Community GardenHaving designed and built raised garden beds, students plant and maintain community gardens in a food desert.Science
Hancock, MSOur Lady AcademyEarth Day Festival Students at Our Lady Academy will celebrate Earth Day teaching 3rd and 4th graders about environmental issues.Science
Orleans, LAPierre Capdau Charter SchoolM.E.S.S. LabStudents study the concept of "Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle” and participate in a paint recycling project.Math, English, Science, Social Studies
Tangipahoa, LAPonchatoula High SchoolSoutheast Louisiana VeteransStudents with disabilities learn about American history, citizenship, and military service before practicing their social skills with vets at a center providing transitional services to veterans.Math, English/Language Arts, Social Studies, Vocational Instruction
Orleans, LARenew Laurel Elementary SchoolScience that reflects me!After reviewing science curriculum videos featuring few people of color, this school of mostly students of color will recreate the science videos, starring themselves.Theater, Science, ELA
Orleans, LARooted SchoolHousing and HomelessnessStudents learn about affordable housing and homelessness and provide donations to the homeless.Social Studies, English
Jefferson, LASt. Angela Merici School7th Graders CAN make a DifferenceStudents learn about hunger before preparing and serving lunches at the Rebuild Center.Math, Social Studies
Jefferson, LASt. Angela Merici School6th Literacy BuildersStudents provide literacy support and donations to struggling readers.English, Math, Technology
Jefferson, LASt. Angela Merici SchoolM.E.S.S. LabStudents study the concept of "Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle” and participate in a paint recycling project.Math, English, Science, Social Studies
Orleans, LASt. Benedict the Moor SchoolCaring for First RespondersKindergartners learn about community helpers such as police officers and firefighters and show their appreciation with homemade cards.Social Studies, English
Orleans, LASt. Benedict the Moor SchoolM.E.S.S. LabStudents study the concept of "Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle” and participate in a paint recycling project.Math, English, Science, Social Studies
Orleans, LASt. Benedict the Moor SchoolEnvironmental StewardsAfter studying environmental issues, students practice, reducing, reusing, rethinking and recycling at school and in the community.Science, Math, English
Orleans, LASt. Benedict the Moor SchoolHousing and HomelessnessStudents learn about affordable housing and homelessness and provide donations to the homeless.Social Studies
Jefferson, LASt. Elizabeth Ann Seton SchoolOur Wetlands, Our ResponsibilityLouisiana wetlands are studied and students help with reforestation efforts. English, Science
Jefferson, LASt. Elizabeth Ann Seton SchoolSixth Graders Teach about ButterfliesSixth graders study the monarch butterfly and host a butterfly fair for first graders at another school.Science, Technology, Art, English
Jefferson, LASt Francis Xavier SchoolM.E.S.S. LabStudents study the concept of "Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle” and participate in a paint recycling project.Math, English, Science, Social Studies
Jefferson, LASt Francis Xavier SchoolHousing and HomelessnessStudents learn about affordable housing and homelessness and provide donations to the homeless.Social Studies
St James, LASt. James Parish Career and Technology Center**St James Parish Ag DaysStudents help plant and maintain crops and learn food processing techniques at the Fast Food Farm, which educates elementary school students about where food comes from.Agriculture
Jefferson, LASt. Matthew the Apostle SchoolM.E.S.S. LabStudents study the concept of "Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle” and participate in a paint recycling project.Math, English, Science, Social Studies
St Tammany, LASt Paul's School - Covington SPS Food Bank Garden Classroom lessons cover plants, agriculture, and food insecurity. Food produced in a campus garden will be donated to an area food bank.Science
Orleans, LASt Pius X Catholic School Little Free Library Students research children's literature, write children's stories, and place the finished books in a Little Free Library, that they assemble.English/Reading
Orleans, LASt Pius X Catholic SchoolRain Gardens & EcosystemsLessons on ecosystems and weather are taught before a visit to the Pontchartrain Conservancy. Students participate in the "Green Infrastructure: Solving Urban Problems with Natural Solutions", and then design a rain garden to help with flooding waters.Science
St Tammany, LASt. Scholastica AcademySSA Community GardenScience students explore food insecurity, grow vegetables, and deliver fresh produce to a food bank.Science, Social Studies, Math
Orleans, LAStuart Hall SchoolM.E.S.S. LabStudents study the concept of "Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle” and participate in a paint recycling project.Math, English, Science, Social Studies
Orleans, LAHarriet Tubman Charter SchoolM.E.S.S. LabStudents study the concept of "Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle” and participate in a paint recycling project.Math, English, Science, Social Studies
Orleans, LAUrsuline AcademyService to the homeless and the hungryUrsuline Juniors partner with a food bank to learn about food insecurity and homelessness in New Orleans before hosting a school food drive and serving lunch at area shelters.Religious Studies
Orleans, LAUrsuline AcademyCoastal RestorationSeniors and seventh graders learn about Louisiana ecosystems before assisting with reforestation and shoring up the coast.Science, Religious Studies
Orleans, LAUrsuline AcademyAspirational ArtArt students will meet with a Grace House representative to learn about substance abuse and create 12-step journals for each resident to use in therapy or during meditation.Visual Arts, Psychology
Orleans, LAUrsuline Academy (Lower School)M.E.S.S. LabStudents study the concept of "Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle” and participate in a paint recycling project.Math, English, Science, Social Studies
Orleans, LAUrsuline AcademyJourney with the SaintsUrsuline students create a small festival for students at special needs parochial school to share their knowledge of history of the Saints.Religious Studies
Orleans, LAUrsuline AcademyBlessing BagsStudents learn about health challenges faced by the elderly and create lightweight bags to hold frequently misplaced items. Visual Arts, Religious Studies
Orleans, LAWarren Easton High SchoolRIFF (Reading is Fundamentally Fun) High school English and Educator Pathways students will provide tutoring to struggling readers.ELA, Career Training
Orleans, LAWarren Easton High SchoolEngineering at WorkAfter studying engineering fundamentals in the classroom, students will receiving hands-on building experience while rehabbing blighted properties. STEM