Author: carol.kelly

Is this program the right one for your family?

Our Goals for Your Family:

Elmore County has a variety of after school programs. There are some important differences that should be considered when selecting the program that you want.
This is an ENRICHMENT program. Your child will not receive school credits, although we believe that overall academic performance will be enhanced by participation in our various activities. Homework time and physical activities will be provided, as well as academic strengthening. The curriculum will be unique at each center.
This program is VOLUNTARY, therefore the requirements to meet the special needs of students are not strictly enforced. We will do our best, however, to accommodate all applicants.
This is a FAMILY program. We will have learning opportunities for the adults in the lives of the students, too!
Family participation is a must!
This is a COMMUNITY program! Our participants will have many opportunities to learn from community leaders and partners.
This program DOES NOT operate on school holidays! If students are sent home early due to emergencies or weather, the program will not operate on those days.

To improve performance on statewide student assessments. We will enrich your child in reading, language arts, mathematics, social studies, science, technology, fine arts and physical education.
To provide regularly scheduled enrichment activities including homework assistance and critical thinking.
To improve personal choices and increase a desire to be a life-long learner. We will provide appropriate counseling to help students make wise choices about many aspects of life and behavior.
To improve student attendance by making learning a fun and exciting experience.
To provide a safe, drug-free, nurturing environment for 2 1/2 hours after school each day. We will also provide a nutritious snack.
To increase involvement among parents in the educational and social development of their children. We will have periodic classes for the adults in the students’ lives, and will have several “family nights” of fun, fellowship and discovery.

The Elmore County Board of Education adheres to the following policy: “No person shall be denied employment, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination, to include harassment, in any program or activity on the basis of handicap, sex, race, religious belief, national origin, age or color.”

Elmore County
21st Century
Community Learning Centers
Eclectic Middle School Site Director: La’Tresia Robinson 170 South Ann Street Eclectic, AL 36024 334-541-2131
Holtville Middle School Site Director: Amy Stewart 655 Bulldog Lane Deatsville, AL 36022 334-569-1596
Millbrook Middle-Junior High School Site Director: Ayena Jackson 4228 Chapman Road Millbrook, AL 36054 334-285-2100
Wetumpka Middle School Site Director: Ewell Fuller 1000 Micanopy Street Wetumpka, AL 36092 334-567-1423
21 CCLC Project Office Project Administrator: Ms. Carol Kelly ECTC - 800 Kelly Fitzpatrick Drive PO Box 817 Wetumpka, AL 36092 334-399-4013

Program Basics:

We offer hands-on experience for enrichment in character education and life skills.
Each day we offer:
Tutoring in academic subjects.
Homework assistance.
A nutritious snack.
In addition, students will be involved in physical activity and learn computer skills.
All of the activities will promote good character development.
Our caring and diverse staff will interact with students in group settings and individual situations.
Tuition:
A meager fee will be charged which will increase each year to sustain the program.
Tuition discounts will be offered for families with more than one child in a 21CCLC program.
Summer tuitions may vary, depending on the number and type of field trips that will be planned.
Pick Up Time:
Students are to be picked up promptly at 5:30 pm. A penalty will be assessed for late pick-up.
Code of Conduct:
Students will abide by the Code of Conduct for all Elmore County students. We have a “zero tolerance” policy for discipline problems.

Safety:
Parents will provide the center with appropriate health information, as well as a list of persons who may pick up/check out the student. Students will engage in safety drills and we will abide by all safety standards used during the regular school day.
Bad Weather:
If the schools close, the program will not operate. If weather becomes severe after school, parents should arrange to pick up students immediately.
Parent Conferences/Communications:
Parents are expected to participate in several of the “family” offerings. We will provide both educational training and entertaining events. We welcome suggestions from our parents.
Field Trips:
Students will need permission to attend field trips. Some may involve a fee. Buses will be provided for all field trips.
Student/Teacher Ratio:
We will have no more than 15 students per teacher.
Volunteers:
We welcome the help of volunteers. Be aware that all adults who will work with our students will be screened prior doing on-campus volunteer work with your children. A list of ways that parents and community members can help will be sent home.
Student Records:
Achievement and attendance will be tracked. Parents will receive periodic reports.
Application:
There are a limited number of slots per site. Students will be selected on a first come-first served basis. Others will be put on a wait list and enrolled as a slot comes open.
Schedule:
Regular School Days—3 pm to 5:30 pm
Centers are open each school day
Note: Centers are not open on holidays.
Summer Program—Field trips TBA
Independent Sites:
Although there are 4 Middle Schools in Elmore County that will run a 21st Century Community Learning Center, each program will be specific for the needs of its students and parents. The Site Directors will have the authority to set program types and dates, and set participation deadlines. Feel free to contact your Site Director or the Project Administrator for further information.
Instructions:
Get a separate application for each child from your Site Director.
Return it to your school immediately.
You will be notified by phone and mail if your child is selected and will receive additional instructions at that time.