School Community Service

Middle and high school students (ages 13–17) can complete required service hours through our School Community Service Saturdays.

  • Held once per month
  • Focus on support tasks (limited animal interaction)
  • No walk-ins

2025–2026 Schedule

  • October 18, 2025 (Sign-ups open September 13)
  • November 15, 2025 (Opens October 18)
  • January 17, 2026 (Opens December 21)
  • February 14, 2026 (Opens January 18)
  • March 14, 2026 (Opens February 15)
  • April 18, 2026 (Opens March 15)
  • May 9, 2026 (Opens April 10)

 Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

To reserve your spot, email volunteer@vbspca.com during the sign-up period (opens one month before each session).

Spots are limited and fill quickly. No walk-ins will be accepted.

Requirements
  • Submit a liability waiver (once per school year)
  • Provide proof of school service requirement
Important Guidelines
  • Wear long pants and closed-toe shoes
  • No cell phone use during shifts
  • Stay with assigned chaperone at all times
  • Must participate fully to receive service hours

Questions? Email volunteer@vbspca.com or call 757-427-0070 ext. 107

Middle and high school students (ages 13–17) can complete required service hours through our School Community Service Saturdays.

  • Held once per month
  • Focus on support tasks (limited animal interaction)
  • No walk-ins

2025–2026 Schedule

  • October 18, 2025 (Sign-ups open September 13)
  • November 15, 2025 (Opens October 18)
  • January 17, 2026 (Opens December 21)
  • February 14, 2026 (Opens January 18)
  • March 14, 2026 (Opens February 15)
  • April 18, 2026 (Opens March 15)
  • May 9, 2026 (Opens April 10)

 Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

To reserve your spot, email volunteer@vbspca.com during the sign-up period (opens one month before each session).

Spots are limited and fill quickly. No walk-ins will be accepted.

Requirements
  • Submit a liability waiver (once per school year)
  • Provide proof of school service requirement
Important Guidelines
  • Wear long pants and closed-toe shoes
  • No cell phone use during shifts
  • Stay with assigned chaperone at all times
  • Must participate fully to receive service hours

Questions? Email volunteer@vbspca.com or call 757-427-0070 ext. 107