Activities & Community Service
The high school experience should not be defined solely by your academic performance. Whether or not you are college-bound or will be choosing another path after high school, your participation in extracurricular activities will help to connect you with your passions, create connections beyond the classroom, and round out your college applications or resume.
With the elimination of standardized testing requirements from UC/CSU admissions requirements, extracurricular involvement is more important than ever. Yes, your academic achievement is still important, however it is necessary to demonstrate achievement outside of the classroom as well. If all other things are equal, extracurricular involvement could make YOUR college or job application stand out over another applicant. While extracurriculars are important, remember to not sacrifice your academic performance in favor of extracurricular involvement.
It is recommended that you choose 2-3 areas of interest and 3-5 specific extracurricular activities that you can commit to during your time at AR. At least one activity should focus on leadership development.
Leadership
Are you uncertain as to what leadership actually is? Check out this article which provides some excellent background information on leadership development and how you can obtain leadership experience.
Study Abroad
Are you looking to expand your horizons and explore cultures of the world? Perhaps a study abroad program would be of interest to you. There are two organizations who are highly regarded in the study abroad community and they have been linked below.
Activities and Programs
While Academy of the Redwoods has a variety of clubs on campus to keep you busy, perhaps you are looking to participate in activities where you can make connections with a more diverse group of individuals. Check out the links here for some activity suggestions.
Humboldt County Transition-Age Youth Collaboration
Community Service Opportunities
50 hours of community service are required to meet graduation requirements, but don't limit yourself to those 50 hours! What kind of good do you want to do in your community? How can you connect your career interests to your volunteer service?
AR Peer Tutoring: Earn community service tutoring your peers. Email abrewer@fuhsdistrict.net to be added to the Peer Tutor List.
Tier 1 Peer Mentoring: Tier 1 is always looking for 3rd and 4th year students to mentor 1st year students during Tier! You can get community service and help others! Email gwozny@fuhsdistrict.net if interested, or juust show up ready to work at the SSC at 12:10! No commitment needed, you can just come when you have time!
North Coast Big Brothers Big Sisters
American Cancer Society Discovery Shop
Community Service Verification Form
Local Events
While Humboldt may be small, there is always something to do. Take a look at the links below to find something fun to do with friends or your family.