Siloam Springs High School is rolling out important updates regarding community service requirements for students in grades 9–11.
Beginning with the Class of 2027, Arkansas Act 237 requires that students earn 75 community service hours in order to graduate. To learn more about this requirement, please visit the Arkansas Division of Elementary and Secondary Education's Community Service Learning page.
Advisory Announcement
On Monday, September 8, students in grades 9–11 received information during Advisory about:
Graduation requirements tied to community service hours
Approved procedures for acquiring and documenting hours
How to earn credit toward graduation
This information was officially pushed out to students during Advisory on Monday to ensure everyone is aware of the requirements and documentation process.
Parents and guardians are encouraged to support their students in planning and completing the necessary community service hours.
New Documentation Procedures
To make the process easier and more efficient, SSHS has implemented a new platform for recording service hours. Families and students should review the following resources to understand the expectations and process:
25–26 Community Service — Complete details and Quick Start Guide
Community Service FAQs — Answers to common questions
Documenting Community Service — Step-by-step guide for recording hours
Moving Forward
Community service is more than just a graduation requirement—it is an opportunity for students to give back to their community, develop leadership skills, and gain meaningful experiences. With the new documentation system in place, SSHS is committed to making the process smooth and transparent for students and families.