PG ENGAGE

PORTER-GAUD ENGAGE Each Upper School student will participate in activities anchored in the Charleston community and continue each successive year through graduation. Students will be required to earn three credits per year by attending events in the community and/or completing activities in various themes based on grade-level requirements. Details of the Engage Program requirements for each grade can be found on the Porter-Gaud website. Program requirements and opportunities are also communicated throughout the year through study halls, morning meetings and announcements. Periodically throughout the school year, the Engage Program will sponsor “Marquee Events,” with subsidized tickets and organized travel.

Students will be required to complete 12 cultural credits (3 credits per year enrolled in P-G US) in order to graduate Student privileges will be tied to completion of required credits within specific school years Credit completion will be reflected on student transcripts

In order to receive credit for attending an approved event or completing an approved activity, students will provide to their advisor:

Proof of attendance in the form of a receipt or ticket stub if attending an event OR activity requirement as specified AND

A completed reflection form (provided on the Porter-Gaud website).

Advisors track student credits in Blackbaud, which can be accessed throughout the year to monitor progress. Credits also appear on student report cards and final transcripts. In addition, advisors keep the student’s reflections on file for future reference. These reflections will help students reflect on their time at PG when they begin the college application process.

Events/activities must: Appear on the approved list of events or be pre-approved by Engage Program coordinators Occur in Charleston (students may not fulfill credits during travel) Not be an event that qualifies for service hours or any other school credit. Not be a P-G school wide activity other than the US Play or Musical (student participation in the play or musical does not count because students earn a fine arts credit)