What is the right age to start a service-learning opportunity? Although service-learning opportunities are not typically available until college, service-learning can also have a major impact on high school students. The benefits of starting service learning at a young age include developing teamwork skills, improving academic performance, and also creating networking opportunities. Service learning can become a valuable part of our young people's futures, and the earlier they begin learning, the more secure our nation's future becomes. One of the greatest benefits of service learning is the ability to work in groups. Teamwork is a valuable skill used throughout life to achieve a greater common goal. During a service-learning opportunity, the student must work with a random group of individuals to help less fortunate people or places. This group work will face adversities similar to those one will face later in the workplace. Involving students in group work at such a young age will give them a head start....