2. The 21st CCLC Grant Part of the “No Child Left Behind” incentive
$125,000 per year for 3 years
Must be sustainable when grant expires
Budget guidelines set by the federal and state entities
Strict standards for operation of the center
For HOME-COMMUNITY-SCHOOL

3. The Three Targets
Our logo shows the circles for HOME, COMMUNITY and SCHOOL in a linear arrangement.

6. The Three Targets
What this grant will provide, however, interlocks Home, Community and School so that each affects the other, and each is affected by the other in some way. The graphic representation would be an overlapping arrangement.

8. The Three Targets
In this arrangement, we get a 6-sided arrangement, which can represent our six major goals.

9. The Three Targets
COMMUNITY
SCHOOL
HOME

10. The Six Goals
In order to be effective in each area, the learning center will strive to reach six goals.
Our success will be judged by national standards from the PTA, the NAESP and the 21st CCLC program.

11. 6 The Six Goals ACADEMICS ADULT ED ENRICHMENT BEHAVIOR ATTENDANCE
COMMUNITY

12. The Six Goals
The first three goals involve areas of improvement that we expect for the students:
Improved academic performance
Improved behavior
Improved attendance

13. ACADEMICS 6
(no credit awarded)

14. Daily Academic Topics
Reading
Language
Social Studies
Mathematics

15. Weekly Academic Topics
Computer Skills
The Arts: Visual and Performing
Science and Nature
Critical thinking

16. Expected Improvements
Better understanding
Better grades
Better standardized test scores

17. ACADEMICS 6
BEHAVIOR

18. Periodic Offerings Substance Abuse Education
Anger and Stress Management
Character Education

19. Expected Improvements
Better self concept
Increased respect for rules, others
Fewer incidences of poor behavior at home and at school

20. ACADEMICS 6
ATTENDANCE
BEHAVIOR

21. Periodic Offerings Hands-on activities Chances to be creative
Fun and fellowship
Interaction with interesting volunteers
Field trips

22. Expected Improvements
Better attitude
Eagerness to learn
Fewer tardies and absences

23. The Six Goals
The last three goals involve areas of improvement that we expect for the families:
Academic Enrichment
Adult Opportunities
Community Involvement

24. ACADEMICS
ENRICHMENT 6
ATTENDANCE
BEHAVIOR

25. Daily Offerings Help with Homework One-on-one Tutoring
Coordination with regular classroom
Physical Activity
Nutritious snack

26. Periodic Offerings Real-Life Situations Hands-On Experience
Career Education

27. Expected Improvements
Improved Academics
Improved Family Life
Better awareness of the local community

28. ACADEMICS
ENRICHMENT
ADULT ED 6
ATTENDANCE
BEHAVIOR

29. Periodic Offerings Tips and Advice on Parenting Academic Classes
Enrichment Classes
Family Nights

30. Expected Improvements
Improved family life
Improved communications
Better understanding of the school
Better awareness of the local community

31. ACADEMICS
ENRICHMENT
ADULT ED 6
ATTENDANCE
BEHAVIOR
COMMUNITY

32. Periodic Offerings Trips to local attractions
Visits from community groups
Listings of local opportunities for family enrichment

33. Expected Improvements
Better awareness of community
More involvement of community groups
Sponsorships/Scholarships
Financial support

34. Other Aspects Meager tuition Move towards sustainability
Constant, constructive communications
Safe, secure environment
Operates only on school days
Periodic state evaluation
Advisory Committee support
YOUR input is always valued

35. See your Handbook for further details about your
21st Century Community Learning Center.

36. Look for announcements and news at www.elmoreco.com.
Go to Other Educational Programs and select 21st Century Community Learning Centers.