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Acalanes High School
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Volunteer Service Opportunities & Awards

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AHS Community Service Awards

Acalanes High School recognizes students for their volunteer contributions through the Service Award Program, coordinated by the Acalanes Parents Club (APC). AHS is also a certified organization for the Presidential Volunteer Service Award (PVSA), which is now ON HOLD.

 

Award Timeline:
 April 19, 2025 – April 17, 2026

 

Available Awards:

  • Acalanes High School Volunteer Service Award: Awarded to students who complete 30+ hours of community service.

  • Presidential Volunteer Service Award (PVSA): ON HOLD

  • Excellence in Community Service Award: Granted once during high school to students who: complete 300+ service hours over four years, or earn three PVSA awards at any level. Recipients will receive a graduation honor cord. Students who qualify by junior year may request early verification for college applications.


Service Requirements:

  • Must be served during award calendar year (including incoming Freshmen)

  • Follow approved service guidelines

  • Logged correctly in the Helper Helper app within one month of service

  • Verified by a volunteer coordinator by April 17, 2026


Guidelines & Instructions:
Click here to learn:

  • How to create a Helper Helper account and submit hours

  • PVSA age categories

  • Which types of service count, don’t count, or are subject to hour caps


Award Distribution:
 In May, recipients will receive award details via email, including the date of a lunchtime distribution event. All awards are free, funded by APC.

 

Need Help?
 Contact the APC Community Service Team — we're happy to assist!