Do you need community serivce hours towards the civics seal for your diploma? Do you need community service hours/opportunities towards National Honor Society requirements? Check out these opportunities.
Are you a senior in need of community service hours? Stop by and see Coach Coleman (dcoleman@rockingham.k12.va.us). His office is located in the main hallway between the main office and counseling office. There are a ton of opportunities coming up with spring sports concessions, track meets, and Unified basketball. Great way to earn service hours and support the Knights!
The Town of Dayton is looking for volunteers to assist at a few upcoming events.There are currently two events right now, but from time to time there are other volunteer opportunities come up as well. (Like folding newsletters, putting holiday gift baskets together, etc.)
The Dayton Muddler on Aug 6--in nee of volunteers to help with obstacle attendants, day of race registration, start/finish line attendants and more.
Please contact Meggie Roche, Economic Development Coordinator at mroche@daytonva.us or (540)879-2241to sign up.
The Dayton Muddler on Aug 6--in nee of volunteers to help with obstacle attendants, day of race registration, start/finish line attendants and more.
Please contact Meggie Roche, Economic Development Coordinator at mroche@daytonva.us or (540)879-2241to sign up.
The Salvation Army is always looking for people who would be willing to volunteer some of their time to help sort and organize food along with other jobs. This is a great opportunity for seniors who need more community service hours or families/individuals who are looking for ways to help out in the community. If you would like to volunteer, please contact Harold and Eunice Gitau. Their email addresses are: harold.gitau@uss.salvationarmy.org or eunice.gitau@uss.salvationarmy.org. The office phone number is 540-434-4854. You can also click on the graphic to learn about more ways to help.
Looking to do volunteer work? Contact Natalya, SVCDC's program director. She can be reached at 540-879-7929. They are located on West Mosby Road. They have programs for infants through school age children. Please contact them for volunteer opportunities.
Below are ways to help out in the community. Do you need community service hours? Are you looking to help out? There are also a few opportunities for contests and competitions, too.
The JMU Summer Honors Institute is a unique week-long program where talented rising high school juniors and seniors get a first-hand look at life in a dynamic university and its Honors College. To be eligible to attend the JMU Summer Honors Institute, you should:
• Have completed your junior or sophomore year of high school
• Have demonstrated academic excellence, intellectual curiosity, and emotional maturity
• Be prepared to live in a residence hall on the JMU campus for the duration of the program
• Be willing to complete a short preparatory reading prior to arriving on campus.It is held on the JMU campus July 10-16, 2022. Online application which includes a short essay along with a high school transcript is due online by May 13, 2022. JMU Summer Honors Institute application
• Have completed your junior or sophomore year of high school
• Have demonstrated academic excellence, intellectual curiosity, and emotional maturity
• Be prepared to live in a residence hall on the JMU campus for the duration of the program
• Be willing to complete a short preparatory reading prior to arriving on campus.It is held on the JMU campus July 10-16, 2022. Online application which includes a short essay along with a high school transcript is due online by May 13, 2022. JMU Summer Honors Institute application
The Community Foundation of Harrisonburg Rockingham has created the Brighter Future Mentoring Award as an opportunity to provide education/career counseling services for a student in his/her junior year of high school. The award will provide financial support for educational/career counseling services (up to 12 sessions) from July – April of the student’s senior year of high school. You will need to create an account. You will be asked to take an "eligibility quiz". Please be sure to check "neither-I am a high school junior" and select "Turner Ashby" from the drop down menu.
Virginia Tech's Pamplin Inspiring Possibilities Academy (PIP) is designed to introduce diverse high school students to the dymanic world of business and business careers. The academy is held July 7-16 on the campus of Virginia Tech. To be eligible, students must: be a rising high school senior (current juniors), have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher, and submit a statement of interest. Complete their online application. Deadline to apply is May 15, 2022.
Check out the job postings below. Many have application information included in the descriptions. Others will have a live link to the application by clicking on the graphic.
A minor aged 14 and 15 who is interested in employment should first look for a job. Once they find an employer who is interested in hiring them, they will begin the process for a work permit. Click on the graphic to the left to go to the electronic form.
- The minor, their parent or guardian and the employer are all able to submit the required forms online. Only the employer may complete the employer section, as it reviews the records that are required to be maintained.
- Once all three sections are completed, the certificate is usually issued within 24 hours.
Are you looking for summer work? Staff is needed for our summer camp season. Positions are avaialble for those 16 and older. Students would be working with elementary age campers and lead various activities with their campers and also have opportunities to work on support staff and helping to set up and clean up activities. Click the logo for more information and to apply.
Dynamic Aviation is looking to hire summer interns for their Engineering, Flight Operations, Aircraft Maintenance, IT, Facilities and Logistics department. Please click on the logo to learn more and to apply.
Look no further, CUEDIn is offering local full-time and part-time positions for your student(s). Sign up to learn more about CUEDIn. We will showcase how your student can start their career journey off right.
Harper's Statuary & Water Gardens (located at 2670 N. Valley Pike, Rockingham, VA 22802) is hiring. They are open Monday-Saturday (8:30-5:00) and Sunday (1:00-5:00) April to July. Starting pay is $12 per hour with flexible hours. Weekend only options are available. We are also looking for full time summer help is also available. Contact Brandon at 540-434-8978 with questions to to apply.
Super Shoes located at 2475C South Main Street, Harrisonburg is hiring. Starting wage is $11+ per hour. Flexible scheudling. On the spot/in store interview. Employee discounts. See the attached flyer to apply.
Hank's inside the Dayton Farmer's Market is hiring a cafe associate. Looking for someone who can: operate a point of sale system, so kitchen food prep, cook and serve freshly prepared foods, and be retail and customer service oriented. Training will be provided in all areas of the operation. Pay is $13/hr plus tips. Hours vary and are flexible. To apply call 540-879-9682 and ask for Michaela or Belinda. You can also email hello@hanksgrilleandcatering.com.
Tropical Smoothie Cafe (Linda Lane) is hiring. Click on the graphic for their online application. You'll complete the application and forward to Amanda Riggleman (amandariggleman67@gmail.com). You can also stop by the counseling office for a paper application. This location is willing to work with students who would like work release but don't have a job. They're also looking to hire anyone wanting to work after school.
Buffalo Wild Wings in Harrisonburg is hiring! They're looking for: greeters, line cooks, cashiers, and servers. Click on the Bdubs logo to the left to complete the online application.
Looking to hire high school students to work flexible hours. Will work with students to accommodate your schedule. They do routine office cleaning in the area—sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, etc. Please contact Danny Reade at 540-490-2888 for more information or to apply.
Are you a current high school sophomore or junior?
Do you have a solid academic background?
Demonstrate leadership at school or in the community through participation in extra-curricular, community service, or athletic activities?
Do you identify as African American?
There is no application deadline. Students are accepted and served throughout the school year. Students and parents will receive a notification decision by mail and email within two to three weeks after submitting a complete application.
Do you have a solid academic background?
Demonstrate leadership at school or in the community through participation in extra-curricular, community service, or athletic activities?
Do you identify as African American?
There is no application deadline. Students are accepted and served throughout the school year. Students and parents will receive a notification decision by mail and email within two to three weeks after submitting a complete application.
The Congress-Bundestag Vocational Exchange Program provides an opportunity for current high school students ages 15-18.5 to spend the year abroad pursuing their vocational interests. If selected, the student will live with a host family and attend a German school. To be eligible, you must:
- *be a U.S. citizen
- *be between the ages of 15 years and 18 years and 6 months on August 1 of the program departure year
- *A current high school student at the time of application, with a GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale
The U.S. Senate Page Program allows students a unique opportunity to learn about Congress while continuing with their coursework. Senator Warner nominates one student in the fall and one in the spring. Qualified candidates must be willing and able to leave their school and all extracurricular activities for the fall or spring semester of their junior year to come live in the Webster Hall Page dorm and attend the Page school. To be considered you must: be a junior, be 16 or 17 years old on or before the date of appointment, have a minimum gpa of 3.0, be a citizen of the U.S. or subject to agreements of the Department of State and have a social security number, and provide a certification of immunization, as well as, a general health assessment completed by a licensed physician. Click on the graphic to learn more or to apply.
You can become a Cosmetology Professional in less than a year! Did you know there is virtually NO unemployment in the Beauty Industry today? That means great career opportunities for individuals in the Cosmetology and Beauty Industry. If you’re a creative person, have a passion for style and fashion and thrive in a social environment, a career in the Beauty Industry could be perfect for you!
