What is Service as Action?


​Service as Action (SA) is a requirement for the IB Middle Years Programme. The IB believes that action (learning by doing and experiencing) is key to the learning process and that through SA you'll become more confident, self-directed learners. 

SA also assists you in developing personal understandings, a sense of self, and your role and responsibilities in your communities. 

​There is no one-size fits all approach to SA. You may find yourself taking action by: 
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 - feeling empathy towards others
​ - making small-scared changes to your behavior
 - undertaking large or more significant projects
 - acting on your own
 - acting collaboratively
 - taking physical action
 - suggesting modifications to an existing system to the benefit of all involved 
 - lobbying people in more influential positions to act 

​The opportunities for SA are endless. It's important for you to see SA as a way to invest in your own personal and academic growth. 

2021-2022 Academic Year SAHandbook
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This year, the MPHS SA Handbook can be found online. It's divided by sections and it's important that you read through each of the sections to assist you in your understanding of SA. 

2021 SA Handbook Links:

Message from the IB Coordinator

Service as Action Requirements

Seven Learning Outcomes

SA Managebac Directions

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IB's Definition


See the IB description of Service as Action.  

Who has to do SA?

Year 4 (9th grade) students in MYP

Year 5(10th grade) students in MYP 
SA is a requirement for students in  MYP 
Over the course of the two years, students will: 
  • Create a Managebac account
  • Record 6 meaningful SA experiences
  • Meet the 7 learning outcomes​