In a world where social and environmental issues are increasingly complex and global in nature, teachers have a unique opportunity to not only prepare their students academically, but also help learners apply their skills as active members in society. How can we incorporate these current events and issues into our classrooms? Furthermore, how can we empower students to feel that they have the power do something about these problems? Service learning can be used as a tool to engage students in their studies, increase learning, and build character....Service learning standards of quality practice can be implemented to optimize student achievement.