Service Learning
ASW students learn to be responsible members of local, national and global communities by taking meaning action in their own lives and beyond. Service is integrated into the PYP, MYP and DP programmes, offering students ample opportunities to make their voices heard and take action on issues that matter to them and the community.
For example, elementary students look after a school garden or learn to construct bird boxes to support local wildlife through a classroom project. In the upper school, students join after-school clubs and activities related to service such as Refugee Club, Hand&Paw Club, or through student leadership. CAS (Creativity, Activity, Service) is an integral part of the IB DP and gives students even greater autonomy in crafting unique and sustainable projects.
We invite you to read stories from our Service Learning programs below, where you can see how our students engage in projects aiming to support our local community.
Service Learning Blog
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Polish Floods Fundraiser: Message from ASW Students
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ASW 7th Graders Learn about NGO's Know-Hows
Groups of enthusiastic 7th graders from the American School of Warsaw embarked on a remarkable journey through the vibrant world of nine Warsaw's Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs). This wasn't your typical field trip; it was a day of discovery, service, and empathy. Their mission? To witness firsthand how NGOs operate and contribute their own youthful energy to worthy causes.
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ASW Papaya Pumpkin: A New Cultivar Developed by ASW Students
The gorgeous (Polish) Papaya pumpkin was developed by the American School of Warsaw Garden project, in Poland, during the 2020-2022 school years. It was released for the first time during the MS and US Activities Fair in September, 2022 and it was on sale for the first time during the PTO BBQ, on September, 17, 2022. It is not available on any other markets.
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A Day of Service Engagement for 9th graders
On April 5 groups of 9th graders embarked on unique expeditions. These were journeys into the heart of their community, where they actively engaged with four inspiring institutions. Throughout the day, the students transformed from observers into participants, hopefully leaving a lasting impact while gaining invaluable life lessons.
![ASW Students Act With Purpose]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1663753911/warsaw/iqdef0gwhdxecarcwecg/Ukrainianrefugeewomen.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1663753911/warsaw/iqdef0gwhdxecarcwecg/Ukrainianrefugeewomen.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1663753911/warsaw/iqdef0gwhdxecarcwecg/Ukrainianrefugeewomen.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1663753911/warsaw/iqdef0gwhdxecarcwecg/Ukrainianrefugeewomen.jpg","width":1024}])
- Families in Crisis Support
- Refugee Outreach
ASW Students Act With Purpose
![A Student’s Reflection on #ASWforUkraine Initiative]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1663743841/warsaw/xuegfcedmildi0qdknul/LipowaCentreforrefugees.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1663743841/warsaw/xuegfcedmildi0qdknul/LipowaCentreforrefugees.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1663743841/warsaw/xuegfcedmildi0qdknul/LipowaCentreforrefugees.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1663743841/warsaw/xuegfcedmildi0qdknul/LipowaCentreforrefugees.jpg","width":1024}])
- Families in Crisis Support
- Refugee Outreach
- Students Voices
A Student’s Reflection on #ASWforUkraine Initiative