What is the Mission and Philosophy of the After School Program?
The students, staff, and community, through enhanced communication will work together to improve the academic achievement, the attendance, the completion of homework, and the behavior of all students attending the after school program. The following GOALS must be addressed and met.
¨ 95% Attendance Rate
¨ 85% of students will stay on green/yellow or have less than 2 detentions
¨ 85% of students will complete all homework assignments
¨ 85% of students will perform at or above the proficient level on tested state indicators
¨ 100% of students will take an appropriate level of responsibility for their own education
The After School program will help to achieve the goals set by Southern Local in assisting students in weak academic areas, helping with homework assignments, preparing students for state exams, and teaching children to be proud of themselves and their successes. All program activities are age appropriate and based on each student’s developmental level.
Who Can Enroll?
The After School program is open to all students who attend Southern Elementary in grades 1 through 12. Accommodations and modifications will be made for students with special needs.
How Do I Enroll my Child?
In order to enroll your child, you must complete an Enrollment Form and return it to the school. Please contact the school office to obtain an enrollment packet. Students may enroll at any time during the school year. All parents will be provided a handbook containing the After School program policies upon enrollment. There is no charge for the After School Program.
What is the After School Program Schedule for Elementary and Jr. High students?
Program Hours: Monday—Thursday 2:45pm—5:15pm
The two and a half hour program focuses on basic skills in reading and math, homework assistance, enrichment activities, and physical activity. Students are served a nutritious snack and bus transportation is provided. Students participate in three separate activities during the program hours. Below is a time schedule of our activities:
2:45 - 3:00 Snack
3:00 - 3:15 Exercise/Gross Motor Skills
3:15 - 4:30 Homework/Intervention with a Certified Teacher
4:30 - 5:15 Enrichment Activities
5:15 Bus Departure
What is the After School Program Schedule for High School students?
Program Hours: Monday– Thursday 7:15 a.m. - 7:45 a.m. & 2:45 p.m. - 5:15 p.m.
The program focuses on basic skills in reading, math, social studies, and science homework assistance, enrichment activities, and physical activity. Students are served a nutritious snack and bus transportation is provided. Below is a time schedule of our activities:
7:15 - 7:45 Morning Tutoring/Homework Assistance
2:45 - 3:00 Snack
3:00 - 4:15 Tutoring/Homework Assistance with a highly qualified teacher in any of the four core subject areas, or OGT/ACT preparation activities.
4:15 - 5:15 Enrichment activities:
Mondays: Fitness, Video Gaming, or Computer Club
Tuesdays: Fitness, Dissection, or Board Gaming
Wednesday: Fitness, Video Gaming, Cooking or Computer Club
Thursday: Fitness, Scrapbooking, or Board Gaming
5:15 Bus Departure
Who can I contact if I have further questions about the After School Program?
Afterschool Program Coordinator: Brenna Call 740-949-4222 ext. 1220
Afterschool Program Director: Tricia McNickle 740-949-4222 ext. 1072