Kentwood Academy’s service learning program complements the overall vision of the school by preparing students to contribute, to participate, and to succeed in a diverse global society. The Kentwood Academy service learning program recognizes that service learning provides a unique opportunity to link formal education with service to the community.
Service Learning combines academic learning and educational goals with student action in real life situations outside the four walls of the classroom. Young people are given the opportunity to learn and develop as leaders through active participation in thoughtfully organized service experiences that meet vital community needs. The opportunities are coordinated in collaboration with the school and community site. With a smooth integration in the student's academic curriculum, it provides structured time for a young adult to think, talk, and write about what he/she experiences during the service activity. That in turn allows young people the chance to see knowledge acting upon real situations in their own communities. This further enhances what is taught in the classroom by extending learning beyond the school building. Service Learning helps to foster the development of a sense of caring for others, hopefully resulting in a lifetime of community involvement and awareness.
Kentwood Academy students will gain the acquisition of knowledge and skills, personal and career development, intercultural skills development, and development of effective citizenship.
Kentwood Academy’s service learning program complements the overall vision of the school by preparing students to contribute, to participate, and to succeed in a diverse global society. The Kentwood Academy service learning program recognizes that service learning provides a unique opportunity to link formal education with service to the community. 
