The Silver Cord Award honors high school students who complete at least 120 hours of community service between their sophomore and senior years. Recipients receive a silver cord to wear at graduation, awarded during Senior Awards Night each May.

Service hours must address a clear need for organizations such as schools, churches, charities, or community events and go beyond regular commitments.

• The Silver Cord program is student-driven.
• Students must arrange their volunteer activities, follow through and complete all activities independently.
• Log completed hours in SchooLinks.

Hours Recorded Before January 10, 2025

Approved community service hours submitted before this date will be automatically uploaded to SchooLinks. No action is needed.

Students

How can I find Silver Cord opportunities?

• On the left side, click on “Careers,” then select “Opportunities.”
• Check the “Opportunities near me” box (located at the top left).
• From the “Opportunity Type” dropdown, choose “Volunteer.”
• Browse the filtered list to find opportunities that interest you.

How do I log my hours after completing a volunteer activity?

• On the left side, click on “School,” then select “Experience Tracking.”
• Click on “Silver Cord Award,” then click “Add entry.”
• Complete the “Add Entry” form fully. (Note: After submitting the form, the supervisor of your volunteer experience will receive an automatic email to confirm your completion.)

How can I check my completed hours?

• Click on “School,” then select “Experience Tracking.”
• Click on “Silver Cord” to see details, including your total completed hours and any hours pending supervisor verification.

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Businesses/Organizations

Anyone wishing to add a Silver Cord volunteer opportunity may contact one of our Silver Cord coordinators via email.

• Brandi Wendt (ACHS)
• Nick Nelson (AHS)

When students log and complete hours, you will receive an email for verification.