As a result parents are forced to work more hours. Many of children in inner-city Ogden come home to empty houses after school, as their parents are still at work. Most of them are working. It's a safe place for their kids to be after school. The program aims to keep kids in the schools, off the streets and get them involved in activities that build up their social skills.
Activities focus on academics as well as recreation.
In the Lewis and Dee elementary schools students can sign up for a variety of classes that interest them. Through a beaming smile, Lorena Cendejas, a second grader at Lewis, announced that she has taken several karate and cheerleading classes as part of the program. Scott Clayton, a fifth grader at Lewis, said that he has really enjoyed the after school activities. Stuff like sharing, teamwork and how to be safe. Pantel created the program 12 years ago.