Indian River Middle School

ADVANTAGE AFTER-SCHOOL

Program

The Indian River School District and the Children's Home of Jefferson County have teamed up to create a fun and exciting after school program that meets the needs and interests of the 6th, 7th & 8th grade students at the Indian River Middle School, starting Fall 2008!

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The After-School Advantage:

After-school programs keeps kids safe and smart.   the program is designed to provide students with a dynamic after school program, with an intellectually stimulating curriculum that will increase their awareness, self-reliance and fun.

The programs and resources available though this initiative can help youth achieve social, emotional, physical and academic success while developing health lifestyles and behaviors.

Research has shown that without supervised, structured activities in the after-school hours, youth are at greater risk of being victims of crime, or participating in juvenile crime and risky behavior, such as alcohol and drug use.

Who:

6th, 7th & 8th Grade Students

Enrolled in Indian River Middle School.

When:

Monday-Friday 2:15p-5:15p

The Indian River Middle School Advantage After0-school program will follow the school-year calendar and operate when school is in session.  The program will not operate during school vacations and snow days.

Location:

Indian River Middle School

Following the end of the regular school day, students will remain at the school campus.  Parents are encouraged to pick up their child at the end of the program day, due to the anticipated ride time; however, transportation can be arranged if necessary.

Cost:

There is no cost to families of the students

This program is funded through the NY State Office of Children & Family Services and the US Army Child & Youth Services.