We are celebrating Before-school and After-school Professionals Appreciation Week on April 19-23, 2021.
“We believe after-school and before-school professionals make a profound difference in the lives of young people,” said Erin Lightfoot, Associate Director for School-Age Programs. “We encourage everyone to join us this week in thanking the before-school and after-school professionals in their lives.”
Community Education has been providing after-school programs in local schools since the fall of 1983. Community Ed currently has almost 50 full-time and part-time staff members working in their School-Age programs, with the majority of the part-time staff members current WKU students.
Community Education currently operates before-school programs in four Warren County schools and 12 after-school programs. Before the COVID-19 pandemic, programs were also offered in Bowling Green Independent School District schools. “We look forward to being back in the City schools this fall,” said Lightfoot.
Before and after-school professionals are skilled individuals who work with children and youth in diverse school and community-based settings to provide a wide variety of positive developmental relationships and experiences during out-of-school hours. Currently, in the US, an estimated 850,000 individuals are practicing members of the profession. An estimated 10.2 million children participate in afterschool programs nationally each year, and for every child in an afterschool program, there are two more waiting to get in.
“Every young person deserves quality after-school experiences that positively impact their development. It takes skilled professionals to create these experiences. Because of the important role before-school and after-school professionals play in the lives of kids, they deserve recognition and support,” said Lightfoot.
https://www.commed.us/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/SmallBird.png6451Joshua Smithhttp://www.commed.us/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/HeaderLogo2.pngJoshua Smith2021-04-16 11:04:122021-04-16 11:05:24We celebrate Before-school and After-school professionals
Community Education relies on the support of our generous community to continue to meet the needs of Bowling Green-Warren County through the programs we offer. Remember, ALL donations are tax-deductible.
Did you know that by supporting Community Education through your donation you will be supporting children in our program? For children with special needs, a one-on-one aide can be provided at $5,300 per child for two semesters. The aide provides additional support for the child to be an active and engaged participant in the program. Your support will make a difference for families with special needs children that are enrolled in our program.
Absolutely 100 percent of the money raised stays here in Warren County and will be used for our programs. Such programs include before- and after-school programs that provide child care to about 1,000 local children of working parents; Teen Angel, which provides Christmas assistance to needy teenagers in school; enrichment opportunities for adults; summer activities for children, and much, much more.
We could not feasibly cover such costs without generous donations from our community.
On Friday, Dec. 4 Teen Angel held it’s 10th annual Donation Blast at the Starbucks on Scottsville Road, Campbell Lane, and Corvette Drive sponsored by Crocker Law Firm.
We had a LARGEST Blast EVER, raising $12,904.74.
Crocker Law Firm matched that amount, penny for penny bringing the one-day total to $25,809.48.
Joshua Smith, Coordinator for Teen Angel, says “To say, “Thank You” seems so insufficient. Words truly cannot express the appreciation and thanks we feel to everyone who donated on Friday. With Covid-19 and how things are in our world, we cannot get over the fact that this was our largest day of giving yet in our 10-year history of the Blast. There will be a lot of teens who will be helped and who will have a brighter Christmas because of you. Thank you, everyone!”
https://www.commed.us/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/logo-2020.png9331392Joshua Smithhttp://www.commed.us/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/HeaderLogo2.pngJoshua Smith2020-12-10 14:26:252020-12-10 14:38:082020 Teen Angel Donation BLAST results
Due to the Coronavirus and the uncertainty surrounding our future, we have, unfortunately, made the hard decision to cancel the 5th annual Blockbusters at the Ballpark.
Thank you to all the sponsors that had partnered with us for this year before the pandemic hit: Bowling Green Hot Rods; Graves Gilbert Clinic; Vid Monster Productions; Atmos Energy; CoreTech LLC; English, Lucas, Priest, & Owsley, LLP; Houchens Industries; US Bank; Hancock Bank & Trust; and BG Blind Co.
Mark your calendars now for 2021 as we will return next year.
Our mission to collaborate with other agencies and organizations to provide lifelong learning for our citizens while utilizing existing physical and human resources and not duplicating other efforts. We do this through our school-age programs, adult enrichment, volunteer opportunities, and various community events. If you would like to make a tax-deductible donation, you can make a monetary donation, sign up for AmazonSmile or Kroger donation, or a “wish list” donation, log on to our support page at https://www.commed.us/support/ for more information.
Any and all gifts make a difference!
We hope you all stay safe and healthy.
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16th annual VIRTUAL Summer Activities Fair LIVE!
/0 Comments/in General Community Education, General School Age Program Info /by Joshua SmithWe celebrate Before-school and After-school professionals
/0 Comments/in General Community Education, General School Age Program Info, Uncategorized /by Joshua SmithWe are celebrating Before-school and After-school Professionals Appreciation Week on April 19-23, 2021.
“We believe after-school and before-school professionals make a profound difference in the lives of young people,” said Erin Lightfoot, Associate Director for School-Age Programs. “We encourage everyone to join us this week in thanking the before-school and after-school professionals in their lives.”
Community Education has been providing after-school programs in local schools since the fall of 1983. Community Ed currently has almost 50 full-time and part-time staff members working in their School-Age programs, with the majority of the part-time staff members current WKU students.
Community Education currently operates before-school programs in four Warren County schools and 12 after-school programs. Before the COVID-19 pandemic, programs were also offered in Bowling Green Independent School District schools. “We look forward to being back in the City schools this fall,” said Lightfoot.
Before and after-school professionals are skilled individuals who work with children and youth in diverse school and community-based settings to provide a wide variety of positive developmental relationships and experiences during out-of-school hours. Currently, in the US, an estimated 850,000 individuals are practicing members of the profession. An estimated 10.2 million children participate in afterschool programs nationally each year, and for every child in an afterschool program, there are two more waiting to get in.
“Every young person deserves quality after-school experiences that positively impact their development. It takes skilled professionals to create these experiences. Because of the important role before-school and after-school professionals play in the lives of kids, they deserve recognition and support,” said Lightfoot.
Support our Programs
/0 Comments/in General Community Education, General School Age Program Info, Uncategorized /by Joshua SmithCommunity Education relies on the support of our generous community to continue to meet the needs of Bowling Green-Warren County through the programs we offer. Remember, ALL donations are tax-deductible.
Did you know that by supporting Community Education through your donation you will be supporting children in our program? For children with special needs, a one-on-one aide can be provided at $5,300 per child for two semesters. The aide provides additional support for the child to be an active and engaged participant in the program. Your support will make a difference for families with special needs children that are enrolled in our program.
Absolutely 100 percent of the money raised stays here in Warren County and will be used for our programs. Such programs include before- and after-school programs that provide child care to about 1,000 local children of working parents; Teen Angel, which provides Christmas assistance to needy teenagers in school; enrichment opportunities for adults; summer activities for children, and much, much more.
We could not feasibly cover such costs without generous donations from our community.
Thank you!
For more information about the many ways to support us, go to our DONATE page at https://www.commed.us/donate/
2020 Teen Angel Donation BLAST results
/0 Comments/in General Community Education /by Joshua SmithOn Friday, Dec. 4 Teen Angel held it’s 10th annual Donation Blast at the Starbucks on Scottsville Road, Campbell Lane, and Corvette Drive sponsored by Crocker Law Firm.
We had a LARGEST Blast EVER, raising $12,904.74.
Crocker Law Firm matched that amount, penny for penny bringing the one-day total to $25,809.48.
Joshua Smith, Coordinator for Teen Angel, says “To say, “Thank You” seems so insufficient. Words truly cannot express the appreciation and thanks we feel to everyone who donated on Friday. With Covid-19 and how things are in our world, we cannot get over the fact that this was our largest day of giving yet in our 10-year history of the Blast. There will be a lot of teens who will be helped and who will have a brighter Christmas because of you. Thank you, everyone!”
CANCELED: 5th annual Blockbusters at the Ballpark
/0 Comments/in General Community Education /by Joshua SmithDue to the Coronavirus and the uncertainty surrounding our future, we have, unfortunately, made the hard decision to cancel the 5th annual Blockbusters at the Ballpark.
Thank you to all the sponsors that had partnered with us for this year before the pandemic hit: Bowling Green Hot Rods; Graves Gilbert Clinic; Vid Monster Productions; Atmos Energy; CoreTech LLC; English, Lucas, Priest, & Owsley, LLP; Houchens Industries; US Bank; Hancock Bank & Trust; and BG Blind Co.
Mark your calendars now for 2021 as we will return next year.
Our mission to collaborate with other agencies and organizations to provide lifelong learning for our citizens while utilizing existing physical and human resources and not duplicating other efforts. We do this through our school-age programs, adult enrichment, volunteer opportunities, and various community events. If you would like to make a tax-deductible donation, you can make a monetary donation, sign up for AmazonSmile or Kroger donation, or a “wish list” donation, log on to our support page at https://www.commed.us/support/ for more information.
Any and all gifts make a difference!
We hope you all stay safe and healthy.