Each middle school in Allegany County will offer an After-School Program that will positively impact student grades, provide enrichment in English, science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics (STEAM), and connect students with partners that support STEAM, health, environmental literacy, college, careers, civic readiness, and drug-free lives. After-school programs are an imperative support mechanism that can substantially increase academic achievement, creativity, health, and wellness for at-risk students in Allegany County.
Middle schools in Allegany County will expand the academic opportunities for approximately 50 students in each school. The goal of the program is to meet or exceed state standards for "proficient" as measured by the state assessments. The objective is to increase performance in reading, math, and science, and to promote civic engagement, college & career readiness, enrichment opportunities, environmental stewardship, and living a drug-free life.
This program centers on after-school activities such as tutoring, homework assistance, hands-on education, service learning, enrichment, and physical activities, and STEAM-focused instruction. Academic instruction includes instruction and tutoring in math, reading, science, and technology. Students are provided a hot meal provided by HRDC of Allegany County, and transportation is provided to specific community locations each day for students who reside outside a 1.5-mile radius from the school site.
The middle school After School programs are currently funded by Cares and Local funding sources. The vision of the program is for all Maryland youth to become positive, productive citizens engaged in their community.
Braddock Site Leader: David Cotton
Washington Site Leader: Christian Elliott
Mount Savage Site Leader: Jason Neighly
Westmar Site Leader: Amy Duncan
Program Rules