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Project SUCCESS
Creating change through service-learning.
Project SUCCESS is an inclusive, participant lead program with all youth having a voice in choosing projects and participating equally...
Providing youth with and without disabilities the opportunity to work together in the community!
Grace cuts material for the blankets
given to Veterans. |
What is service learning?
An approach to education where the participant uses learning to assist the community through service projects.
What are the benefits of being a member?
- Gain leadership skills
- Build communication & problem solving skills
- Enhance your sense of teamwork
- Respect for others
- Establish friendships
- Make a difference in the community
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Bing sweeps the
hall at the SPCA. |
Richmond group poses outside the SPCA, after
helping with cleaning duties. |
| How it all works:
Weekly meetings where members plan projects, get to know each other, learn new skills, and participate in games and activities.
- Tuesdays at Deep Run High School (4801 Twin Hickory Rd., Glen Allen) from 4:30-6:00 p.m.
- Thursdays at Sycamore Presbyterian Church (510 Coalfield Rd., Midlothian) from 4:30-6:00 p.m.
Service-Learning Projects are completed every 4-6 weeks. All projects are chosen by the members and are based on needs in the community. Past projects include a book drive for the Virginia Home for Boys and Girls, a Holiday Store at a local nursing home, and sending care packages to the troops overseas.
Reflection is the process that happens after a project is complete. The members discuss the impact of the project on themselves and on the community. They also make an item to help remember the project; items they have made include a story book, a totem pole, and a large banner.
Celebrations are the FUN at the end of all the hard work. The group decides how to celebrate after each project which have included ice skating, a cookout, a movie night, and bowling. |
Read about what is going on at Project SUCCESS in the current edition of "The Big Scoop" the newsletter.
If you would like to make a difference by donating items to support Project SUCCESS, check out our Wish List.
Because of the growing needs of the community, we are always looking for new members to join. This is a great way to meet new friends and earn community service hours. Also, we would love to hear about your ideas of how the community could use our help.
Please contact Sarah Hutchinson, Youth & Recreation programs Coordinator for more information at shutchinson@va.easterseals.com or call (804) 516-2361.
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