Service Learning
Service Learning gives students the opportunity to meaningfully engage with the needs of their community, learn more about themselves, develop empathy, practice leadership skills, and recognize their shared responsibility to care for others.
Service learning projects are age-appropriate, hands-on, and serve our community in meaningful ways. Outside of classroom-based service learning, NPS coordinates numerous service activities throughout the year, giving family members the opportunity to serve together. Our community-wide service projects are a clear manifestation of the School’s Core Values and our Christian identity, embracing through service the virtue of love in action.
Examples of Grade Level Service Project Partners:
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Pre-Kindergarten 3
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Martha's Table
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Pre-Kindergarten 4
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NPS Library
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Kindergarten
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National Presbyterian Child Care Center (NPCCC) |
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First Grade
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IONA Senior Center
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Second Grade
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Emergency Preparedness and American Red Cross
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Third Grade
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Comfort Cases for Foster Children
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Fourth Grade
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Turning the Page |
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Fifth Grade
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Homelessness and Tommy’s Pantry
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Sixth Grade
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Martha's Table
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NPS students excel at:
- Working in collaboration with the School and local community to experience a fuller definition and understanding of neighbor
- Reflecting upon, thinking critically, and learning from their service experiences
- Using newly acquired academic skills and knowledge in real-life situations in their own communities
- Developing and fostering empathy, leadership skills, and civic responsibility
