We've all noticed this upsurge of interest in after school programs, both at state and national levels. You'd think this was something brand new. But, in fact, cities, counties, schools, and community organizations have been running successful after school programs for decades. It is the results of these programs that are driving an interest in expanding availability of services. More kids want and need a safe place to learn and grow after school.
Good programs can keep kids safe.
Keep them out of trouble. Help them do better in school. The After School Learning and Safe Neighborhoods Partnerships Program was enacted through bills carried by Sen. Bill Lockyer and Assembly members Tom Torlaksen and Deborah Ortiz. Although program funding was provided, the state statute did not budget funds for technical assistance. We all owe thanks to the state and federal legislators who carried the after school bills and to the Foundation Consortium and Mott Foundation, who are supporting this workshop to help you develop your communities' proposals.