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Read. Follow. Verify.Nita M. Lowey 21st Century Community Learning Center Program Information
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What This Bill Does
The Walton County School District operates an after-school program for K-8 students designed to improve academic performance, support social-emotional growth, and increase family engagement. The program is currently seeking external evaluators for the 2026-2027 school year and holds monthly advisory board meetings.
The program provides structured after-school services for K-8 students in Walton County, including academic support and family literacy resources, with oversight provided by an advisory board that meets monthly.
Who It Affects
Groups the bill's text affects, as described in the record. Being affected is not a position for or against it.
K-8 Students
Students receive after-school academic and enrichment programming.
Parents and Families
Families are provided with adult literacy education and family-focused events.
Vendors
Vendors with external evaluator experience may bid for the 2026-2027 school year contract.
Key Facts
- The program serves students in grades K-8 at specific school sites (HES, MES, WGES).
- Programs operate for at least 12 hours per week outside of regular school hours.
- The district is currently accepting bids from vendors with external evaluator experience for the 2026-2027 school year.
- Advisory board meetings are held at the WCSD BOE Annex on the second Tuesday of the month at 8:00 am.
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- There are no advisory board meetings scheduled for December or July.
- Program goals include increasing academic performance, fostering whole-child development, and increasing family engagement.
- Program success is measured using Georgia Milestones End of Grade scores, grades, homework completion, and survey data.
- Staff development topics include positive behavior management, emergency procedures, ethics, and child abuse reporting.
- Safety measures for after-school programming follow day-school COVID-19 protocols, with potential for more stringent after-school requirements.
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Advisory Board Meeting Schedule
The advisory board follows a consistent monthly schedule on the second Tuesday, with a notable absence of meetings in December and July.
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www.walton.k12.ga.us
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