Program Overview

The Silver Cord Program began at Valley High School in the fall of 2001 as a graduation award that promotes volunteering and community engagement. The Silver Cord Award is available to West Des Moines Community Schools (WDMCS) seniors who volunteer 200 hours between 9th and 12th grades. To earn a Silver Cord, students should plan on volunteering a minimum of 50 hours a year at three or more non-profit organizations, events, or programs during all four years of high school. The 200 hours must be completed by May 1 of senior year.

WDMCS Community Education coordinates the Silver Cord program, and each year, over 1,000 students from Valley, Valley Southwoods, and Walnut Creek Campus submit community service hours through the program. All WDMCS high school students are encouraged to participate!

Silver Cord Account

Students can view hours, update their profile, submit hours for credit, and read important messages from the Silver Cord coordinator through their Silver Cord account online or on the mobile app.

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Silver Cord Account Login