Making a Direct Impact
We understand that there is a need to provide recreational and academic opportunities to students of this county. This proposed After School Program will serve multiple purposes. By partnering with the City of Savannah and Chatham County Schools, and making needed resources available, the program will have a direct impact in the following areas:
Provide a fun and safe place for students K:12 during after school hours
Provide positive interaction with caring adult role models
Encourage and develop life skills, respect for others, and positive social interaction
Introduce and engage youth in potential career options
Introduce and engage youth in positive, potential life-long recreational pursuits
Provide an academic focus with time to complete homework, read, and receive assistance/tutoring
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Indirectly, the implementation of the program is expected to
Support an active learning environment in the school
Provide a balanced lifestyle for youth participants
Effectively increase health, wellness and fitness for youth
Improve school test scores
Improve county wide academic scores