STUDENT COMMUNITY SERVICE

At Queen's College, we are committed to developing well-rounded students who excel not only academically and athletically but also demonstrate compassion, integrity, and social responsibility. An important component of our educational philosophy is community service—the voluntary giving of one's time and talents, without compensation, to support individuals, organizations, and causes that strengthen our communities.


Community service provides students with valuable opportunities to develop empathy, leadership, teamwork, and a lifelong commitment to serving others. It also enhances college and scholarship applications and is a requirement for promotion, graduation from Queen's College, and the attainment of the Bahamas High School Diploma.


As we prepare for the upcoming school year, we encourage students to take advantage of the summer break to begin completing some or all of their required community service hours. Summer provides an excellent opportunity to engage in meaningful service without the demands of regular schoolwork.

Community Service Hour Requirements by Grade Level

Students are required to complete the following minimum number of community service hours each academic year:


  • Grade 7: 5 hours
  • Grade 8: 5 hours
  • Grade 9: 10 hours
  • Grade 10: 10 hours
  • Grade 11: 15 hours
  • Grade 12: 20 hours


Why Is Community Service Important?

  • Is required for promotion to the next grade level.
  • Is a graduation requirement at Queen's College.
  • Is necessary for the award of the Bahamas High School Diploma.
  • Demonstrates leadership, initiative, and civic responsibility—qualities highly valued by colleges, universities, and scholarship committees.
  • Provides opportunities for students to make a meaningful and lasting contribution to their communities.



Examples of Acceptable Community Service:

Examples include, but are not limited to:


  • Tutoring students on a voluntary basis (without compensation)
  • Assisting at Queen's College events such as PTA Meetings, Parents' Day, Comet Fest, sporting events, or other approved school functions
  • Participating in community, beach, park, or neighborhood clean-up projects
  • Volunteering with charitable organizations such as the Red Cross, the Humane Society, churches, senior citizens' homes, hospitals, or other recognized community organizations
  • Participating in approved outreach and service initiatives coordinated by community agencies


Important Reminders:

Each time community service is completed, students must ensure that their Community Service Record Form is completed by the supervising adult. The form must include:


  • Date of service
  • Start and end times
  • Total number of hours completed
  • Name of the organization or activity
  • Supervisor's name, signature, and contact information


Completed Community Service Record Forms must be submitted to the student's Grade-Level Counselor no later than April of the current school year.


A copy of the Community Service Record Form can be found here or below. Students are encouraged to print several copies and take one to each volunteer opportunity to ensure that all hours are properly documented.


Community service is much more than a graduation requirement—it is an opportunity to make a positive difference in the lives of others while developing character, empathy, leadership, and a heart for service. We encourage every student to embrace these opportunities and make a meaningful impact within our school and the wider community.


Should you have any questions or require further clarification, please contact the High School Office or your Grade-Level Counselor.