Program Mission: The mission of the After School Program is to enrich the lives of children academically, socially, culturally, emotionally and physically while providing a safe and caring environment.
Description of Program: Communities In Schools of Brunswick County in partnership with Brunswick County Schools operates After School Programs. The CIS After School Program serves over 700 children in three middle school sites (operates four days a week from 3:00-6:00PM) and eight elementary school sites (operates five days a week from 3:00-6:00PM). There are three main components in the program: snacks and socializing (15 minutes), homework assistance/tutoring (75 minutes), and enrichment activities (75-90 minutes.) The program provides enrichment activities to help build assets such as self-esteem, behavior, and socialization skills. Activities also include conflict resolution, character education, decision-making skills, and service learning projects.
The CIS After School Program also provides the 21st Century Community Learning Centers (21CCLC) Project at Belville, Lincoln, and Supply Elementary Schools, which is funded by the NC Department of Instruction. 21CCLC provides academic tutoring and enrichment to students in grades 3, 4 and 5 performing below grade level-in reading and/or math on state mandated tests, as well as other activities to include their families.
