Can students count paid work or class projects as community service?

Can students count paid work or class projects as community service? Nice try, but no dice. Seattle Academy is crystal clear on this one: if you’re getting a paycheck, class credit, or extra credit, those hours are officially disqualified. Service at SAAS is for the sake of serving, not resume padding. Every hour must be genuinely volunteer-based, rooted in community need, and verified through MobileServe. And no, you can’t fudge the numbers or sneak in your summer job at the farmers market. SAAS students are expected to show up because they care, not because they’re chasing a grade. It’s service with heart, not hustle.