Henry County
Schools
Community Service
Henry County Schools is proud to empower every student with exceptional opportunities and access that prepare them for success in a global society and inspire them to give back through service to the Henry County community.
Asynchronous Learning Day - 3/13/26
Asynchronous Learning at home on Friday, March 13, 2026. Students will complete assignments located on the Asynchronous Learning Day site which will be accessed via Classlink by clicking the Asynchronous Learning Day icon. A list of Frequently Asked Questions has been developed to provide clarity on activities and expectations for the day. Additionally, Friday is also designated as a districtwide Day of Service, and we encourage all students or student groups to engage in service endeavors in their communities.
Celebrating HCS Day of Service: 3.13.26
In alignment with our board’s graduate profile and our current graduation requirements for the Class of 2028 and beyond, Henry County Schools will observe the Statewide Day of Service on
Friday, March 13, 2026 (Asynchronous Learning Day).
This statewide initiative is led by the 2026 Georgia Teacher of the Year Rachel Kinsaul. The Statewide Day of Service is to engage students in meaningful service-learning that strengthens community connections, promotes real-world learning, and fosters civic responsibility.
Friday, March 13, 2026 (Asynchronous Learning Day).
This statewide initiative is led by the 2026 Georgia Teacher of the Year Rachel Kinsaul. The Statewide Day of Service is to engage students in meaningful service-learning that strengthens community connections, promotes real-world learning, and fosters civic responsibility.
School Commitment
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Schools are encouraged to create and/or streamline community service opportunities for students with support from student organizations, athletics, and community partners.
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Service projects can be embedded in the existing curriculum; wherein, students can connect classroom skills and translate those skills into real-world applications.
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Examples of service activities include campus beautification, reading to students, clearing trails at parks, volunteering at food banks, walking dogs at animal shelters, playing games with nursing home residents, working in community gardens, writing letters to servicemembers, packing hygiene kits, or organizing donation drives.
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These activities can align with instructional standards across content areas, including healthcare, English language arts, marketing, and Career, Technical, and Agricultural Education.
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More examples are provided in Appendix A of Regulation IHF-R(1).
CTP: Asynchronous Learning/Day of Service
CTP: Community Service Informational & Student Story
School Based Community Service Hours Opportunities
*Not limited to the following opportunities*
| Civic and Community Based Activities |
Faith Based Activities *Not limited to any faith* |
School Sponsored Activities through official athletic and extracurricular activities |
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5K race support Neighbor Support
Open Hand Atlanta |
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Advisory Councils
Ambassadors Bulletin Boards
Care Packages for military, homeless, etc. Career and Technical Student Organizations (CTSO)
Clothing Drive Clubs
Elementary/Middle School Support (Supervised)
Leadership/Event Leaders
Honors Societies
Internships (not aligned with WBL) Managers
PTO/PTA Peer Tutoring (Sponsored Activity) Peer Mentoring (Sponsored Activity) Relay for Life School Beautification Projects School Supply Drive Seals
Special Olympics Youth Leadership Henry |
Community Service Recognition
What an amazing time in Henry County for our students! In honor of our students’ dedicated service to their communities, four (4) levels of recognition have been established. The Office of the Superintendent will recognize graduating seniors who have exceeded the required twenty (20) hours of community service. Recognition will be awarded according to the following tiers, based on the minimum number of service hours achieved within each level:
- 200 or more hours - nomination for Georgia Student Service Award (GSSA) (March 31st state deadline) and Superintendent’s Platinum Recognition
- 150 hours - Superintendent’s Gold Recognition
- 100 hours - Superintendent’s Silver Recognition
- 50 hours - Superintendent’s Bronze Recognition
Resources
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