First Step to Service
The First Step to Service Program is a service-learning opportunity for students developed by Catholic Charities, Diocese of Youngstown.
Catholic schools in the Diocese of Youngstown are part of a larger network of organizations and ministries that serve the needs of others as Jesus would.
The First Step to Service Program benefits schools and students alike by strengthening the connection between Catholic Charities and school aged youth; providing opportunities for students to deepen their faith; cultivating service-minded young people.
RESOURCES
2022/2023 School Year
Session 1 – October
- Electronic Worksheets, Respect Life, K-6, PDF VERSION, GOOGLE FORM
- Electronic Worksheets, Respect Life, K-8, PDF VERSION, GOOGLE FORM
* worksheets are the same for both age groups - Electronic Worksheets, Respect Life, HS (9-12): PDF VERSION, GOOGLE FORM
- Coloring Contest, October, Respect Life Month
RESOURCES
2022/2023 School Year
Session 2 – January
- Electronic Worksheets, Poverty Awareness, K-6, PDF VERSION, GOOGLE FORM
- Electronic Worksheets, Poverty Awareness, K-8, PDF VERSION, GOOGLE FORM
* worksheets are the same for both age groups - Electronic Worksheets, Poverty Awareness, HS (9-12), PDF VERSION, GOOGLE FORM
- High School Essay Contest, January, Poverty Awareness, (completed)
RESOURCES
2022/2023 School Year
Session 3 – March/April
- Electronic Worksheets, Care for Creation, K-6, PDF VERSION, GOOGLE FORM
- Electronic Worksheets, Care for Creation, K-8,* worksheets are the same for both age groups, PDF VERSION, GOOGLE FORM
- Electronic Worksheets, Care for Creation, HS (9-12) PDF VERSION, GOOGLE FORM
- Coloring Contest, March, Care for Creation
Additional Digital Resources
- You Tube Participation Flyer
- YouTube Links
- Kahoot Participation Flyer
- Kahoot Links
Additional Digital Resources
- High School Service Project Ideas
- Dress Down Day – First Step for Change Collection – Win a Pizza Party!
- Giveaway Items – Pencils for all students, and other variety items to use as classroom rewards or incentives.
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