Community service has been part and parcel of Mpelembe Secondary School from the time of its inception. Under ZCCM, this was mostly offered in the form of scholarships to the best pupil from each province.
The school has incorporated community service in its programmes because it strives to offer a holistic type of education where pupils acquire knowledge, skills and good virtues based on the life of Christ.
Currently, Ex-Mpelembe Pupils Association offers a scholarship to the best pupil in Grade 9 at national level. The scholarship programme has been successful and has promoted a spirit of competitiveness among the pupils.