Volunteer & Leadership Opportunities

Volunteering is a great way to try out career options, polish your job-readiness skills, and more importantly, get involved in and give back to the community.

Use the Community Service Hours Log to track  your volunteer and leadership hours along with the Community Service Verification Form, which must be completed and signed by the organization supervisor, as supporting documentation for your log.

*DISCLAIMER: neither The Science Academy nor LAUSD endorses any organization or volunteer opportunity listed in this section. We strongly encourage students and parents to conduct additional due diligence to ensure that students find organizations and/or opportunities that are aligned with their interests and values. 

  • The Congressional Award’s Voluntary Public Service Program: The Congressional Award is the United States Congress’ award for young Americans. It is non-partisan, voluntary, and non-competitive, and open to all youth regardless of ability, circumstance, or socioeconomic status. Participants earn Bronze, Silver, and Gold Certificates and Bronze, Silver, and Gold Medals in any of four program areas; Voluntary Public Service, Personal Development, Physical Fitness, and Expedition/Exploration. Students may register when they turn 13 1/2 years old. There is a one-time registration fee of $25.
  • NoHo Home Alliance: this East San Fernando Valley nonprofit is committed to addressing local issues and improving the health of the community, providing such services as produce giveaways, hygiene kits for the homeless, and home rental search assistance for seniors. NoHo Home Alliance has “all ages” volunteer policy, making it a great starting place for our middle school students.