Frequently Asked Questions about MERGE
	FAQ How do I choose a MERGE project? Use your talents, spiritual gift(s) and interests to begin trying service opportunities. If you don’t like being outdoors or physical labor, avoid those activities. If you enjoy being with kids or senior adults then try ministries that cater to that group. If you try several and still don’t feel you’re shaped for those, then you may want to consider submitting your project idea on a MERGE Proposal Form and develop your God designed service. Who can/cannot sign my MERGE form? The adult who supervises your service must verify the hours, by signing your report form. This person cannot be your parent. Where do I get MERGE Proposal Forms and MERGE report forms and where do I turn them in?They are available in the high school office and may be downloaded from this website. Take one with you to every project. Complete them accurately and neatly and turn them in anytime the office is open. They have a tendency to get lost, so a quick submission is wise. How do I join a currently scheduled project? Contact the MERGE Team Project Leader for that ministry to sign up and get additional directions and details. Some projects have prerequisites so advance notice is crucial. When new or one time opportunities arrive, the announcements will give instructions on how to get more information and sign up. Please do not sign up or remove anyone else’s name from a sign up list. What if I’m signed up and cannot attend? Your commitment is a serious obligation, please honor your promises. If an emergency arises, attempt to find someone to replace you. Notify the project leader immediately. Communicate with organization or the MERGE coordinator as a final resort. Your responsibility speaks volumes about your character. Can I do something not coordinated by PCA? YES! Fill out a MERGE Proposal Form and turn it in to the office. As soon as you’ve received permission, let the service begin! How can I get a MERGE Report Form if I forgot to pick one up at school? These links allow you to print the most recent report forms available right now. MERGE Proposal Form. MERGE Proposal Form. What if I lose my MERGE Report Form? DON’T! Submit your completed form as soon as you can. If you lose your form, YOU must get a replacement form signed by the original supervisor, answer the questions and submit it prior to the end of semester deadline. What if I do not do my service or don’t turn the form in before the deadline? This is a character issue. As part of the registration process, your signature acknowledged your understanding of the community service responsibility and you are able to comply. If you do not satisfy the service requirements or fail to turn in a complete report form by the deadline for Summer & Fall semester, then you forfeit your exam exemption. If this occurs during the Winter & Spring semester, you forfeit your exam exemption and you do not promote to the next grade or have your report card or transcript released until the service requirement is met and the MERGE Report From is submitted to the High School Administration. Who keeps up with my service hours? Each student is responsible for serving and reporting his/her hours. Parents, teachers, coaches and administrators desire to help to succeed; ultimately, each student must ensure the MERGE requirements are met. An email request is the optimal method to obtain a current hour count. Prior to the deadline each semester, hours will be posted on the MERGE board. Please verify that your hours submitted agree with the database. Please contact the MERGE coordinator if they do not. Do NHS and Beta Club Hours count for MERGE credit and vice versa? No. Beta Club and National Honor Society have their own service projects for their members. This is different than in previous years so please be aware of this change and plan accordingly.