[Hulka]

I think he is basically objecting to the “compulsory volunteer work” that many schools now impose upon students.

Other than being an oxymoronic idea, the usual volunteer work that is accepted by the school is related to “volunteering” to perform menial tasks for the county/city, or volunteer for left-leaning organizations.

Where I am, Boy Scouts duties don't count. Civil Air Patrol service doesn't count either. Neither does volunteering at small or large business.

[Carry_Okie]

I think he is basically objecting to the “compulsory volunteer work” that many schools now impose upon students.

Parents do the same thing, and yes, it's sometimes compulsory.

Where I am, Boy Scouts duties don't count. Civil Air Patrol service doesn't count either. Neither does volunteering at small or large business.

That's a different problem.