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Freshman Requirements

Tutoring, Coaching & After-School Care (Grades K–8)

Freshmen serve by working directly with elementary and middle school students (K–8) through tutoring, coaching, or assisting in after-school programs, day care, or enrichment activities. Acceptable sites include any elementary or middle school, public library, or approved agency.

Note: Babysitting or tutoring family/neighbors does NOT count toward the requirement.

Service Requirements & Deadlines

  • Total Required: 15 hours

  • Approved Timeframe: August 11, 2025 – April 15, 2026

  • Mid-Year Deadline: 7.5 hours due by December 3, 2025

  • Final Deadline: All 15 hours due by April 15, 2026

  • Timing: Hours must be completed outside of school hours (after school, weekends, evenings, or breaks)

  • Penalty: Missed deadlines result in a JUG

  • Daily Limit: Maximum 10 hours of service credit per day

Verification of Hours

Hours must be verified to be approved. Family members cannot verify hours. Verification options:

Electronic (via MobileServe)

Accepted if the supervisor:

  • Works for an approved agency

  • OR has a .org, .gov, or .edu email

Steps:

  1. Confirm the supervisor will verify electronically.

  2. Log hours the same day in MobileServe.

  3. Enter supervisor’s email.

  4. Ask the supervisor to respond within 24 hours.

No time card needed if verification is completed via MobileServe.

Paper (Time Card)

  • Use yellow CSP time cards (available in the CSP office or online)

  • Must be completed in ink

  • Signed by a non-relative adult supervisor

  • Alternatively, submit a signed letter on agency letterhead or a copy of the agency sign-in sheet

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