NEWS
from the West After School Center, Inc.

620 Garfield Avenue        Lancaster, OH  43130
740-653-5678  740-653-2402 FAX   Email:  westafterschool@westafterschoolcenter.org
Visit us at www.westafterschoolcenter.org

February 20, 2009

A 21st CENTURY COMMUNITY LEARNING CENTER
Our mission to is provide programs and services that enrich the educational, social, and cultural opportunities of students in our community

from the office of Dr. Paul G. Young, Executive Director

Visit our website at: http://www.westafterschoolcenter.org

This weekly update is distributed via email to the WASC Board of Directors & Staff, Volunteers, School Staffs, Parents, State and National Afterschool Advocates, Providers, and Community Leaders

The West After School Center is an independent, non-profit incorporation governed by 17 dedicated volunteers who form the West After School Center Board of Directors. What do they do and when do they do it? Many have been long-time volunteer tutors and mentors with numerous young learners. Others have played key roles in the development of special projects such as Healthy Living for Kids, grant writing, and facility construction and upkeep. Board meetings are held the third Thursday of each month. The mission of the WASC is provide programs and services that enrich the educational, social, and cultural opportunities of students in our community. Our board members do that by directing our multi-faceted operations, inspecting data and reports, protecting the interests of the WASC, expecting and reflecting on results, respecting the rights and needs of those we serve, and connecting with key stakeholders in our community to further promote out mission.

WE APPRECIATE OUR DYNAMIC,

FORWARD-THINKING BOARD OF DIRECTORS

President - Lori Marinacci

Vice President - Jean Hammer

Immediate Past President - Len Hajost

Corresponding Secretary - Joyce Rauch

Co-Treasurers - Mary Jane Riedel and Brian Young

Members - Brad Clark, Jean Hammer, Rosemary Hajost, Sam Hurley,

Judie Miller, Pat Navin, Michael Orlando, Dick Schorr, Connie Smith,

Emeritus - Tim Huston & Consulting - Dr. Qiuping Cao

Ex-officio - Rob Libbee, Dr. Jeromey Sheets, Dr. Paul Young

Click HERE

for a brief look at the

February 19, 2009

West After School Center

 Board of Directors Meeting

Want Your Voice to Be Heard??

Are you interested in joining a group of colleagues that will review afterschool licensing and make recommendations for revisions to appropriate state agencies?  This is a opportunity for those in the field to help describe a "better fit" for 21st CCLCs in this compliance process. Now is the time for action. Commendations to the Ohio AfterSchool Network for supporting and leading this initiative. If you would be interested in being part of this work group, please email Jen Bavry at Jbavry@occrra.org.

18th Annual Early Childhood Conference

Presented by the FAMILY, ADULT & CHILDREN FIRST COUNCIL & THE CHILDREN’S COMMITTEE

Friday, March 27, 2009 8:00 a.m. - 4:15 p.m.

At Ohio University-Lancaster  1570 Granville Pike Lancaster, Ohio 43130

REGISTRATION INFORMATION:  Registration is $35 for ALL AEYC members (Member # IS required) and $45 for non-members.

Look Inside the After School Programs in Lancaster This Week

Cedar Community Learning Center

Eastside Center for Success

Eastside Students are being “Rock Hounds” this week as they are weighing and describing rocks. Hands on activities are done daily at the center as a part of each day’s activities.

Tallmadge Community Learning Center

West After School Center

Click HERE

to view a video of a typical February Wednesday afternoon at the

West After School Center

Kindergartners in Mrs. Curtice's class at the WASC enjoy some good old-fashioned play time before their parents pick them up after school.

MEAL PROGRAMS at the WASC

Busy parents can take advantage of the availability of supper at the WASC, Cedar Heights, and Tallmadge, Monday-Friday, throughout the year.  The snacks we serve are free, and the supper program (5:30-6:00 pm) is open to any child in our programs or others that would sign up for supper, based on qualification requirements similar to the school lunch program. The WASC is the sponsor of the snacks and meal programs for the after school programs serving children at East, West, Cedar Heights, and Tallmadge.

Click HERE to see Supper being enjoyed on February 3, 2009 at the WASC

General Session Speakers

                Ian Jukes              General Colin Powell     Animal Planet's Jeff Corwin

Learn about how after school program directors and principals can collaborate and provide optimum learning experiences for kids. Learn how to link what happens before, during, and after school to help all kids achieve success. Come to our concurrent sessions entitled: Principal Matters: Tips for Building Collaborative Relationships Between Principals and After-School Program Leaders

Friday, April 3, 8:00 a.m. - 9:30 a.m. (for NAESP)

Saturday, April 4, 11:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m. (for NAA)

CLICK HERE OR ON THE MAP BELOW FOR MORE INFORMATION

Our Goals:

1.  Create and sustain a community dialogue and awareness campaign that helps every individual learn to make healthy choices about what and how much they eat as well as how much daily exercise they get. 

2.  Encourage children to engage in healthy and productive extra curricular activities at home and at school.

3.  Teach families how to prepare meals and economical family meals and snacks.

4.  Showcase the wealth of community resources and personnel that can help kids and families develop healthy lifestyles.

5.  Demonstrate the positive impact and benefits that participation in before and after school programs can have on children's mental health and social development.

February is National Children's Dental Health Month. 

Developing healthy kids with good oral health habits begins at an early age, and scheduling regular dental visits helps children get a good start on a lifetime of healthy teeth and gums. Look for our show coming later this month when Healthy Living For Kids host Angi Marinacci-Young takes our viewers inside the offices of Dr. Jennifer Lape and Dr. Glenn Burns in Lancaster for a first-hand tour of what kids can expect and learn about dental care --- from the dentist's chair! Click HERE to learn about the Gentle Dental Care offices at 208 N. Columbus Street, Lancaster.

Click HERE for Dental Health crafts ideas, games, activities,  and more!

Click HERE to learn more about the American Dental Association's National Children's Dental Health Month Celebration.

West After School Center

Board of Directors

Committee Meetings

Healthy Living for Kids, February 23, 11:30 a.m. at OSU Extension

Healthy Living for Kids, March 2, 11:30 a.m.

Education and Vision Committee, March 5, 10:00 a.m.

WASC Board of Directors Meeting, Thursday, March 19, 9:30 a.m.

Education and Vision Committee Luncheon with Principals, April 20, 11:30-12:30 (at WASC)

CALENDAR of EVENTS

Childcare Program 

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Childcare Program 

ELI Classes, Rm. 1 & 2 - 8:30-3:15

WASC Leadership Staff Team Meeting, WASC, 9:30

ELI Classes, Rm. 1 & 2 - 8:30-3:15

GED Class, 9:30-11:30

ELI Classes, Rm. 1 & 2 - 8:30-3:15

ELI Classes, Rm.1 &  2 - 8:30-3:15

GED Class, 9:30-11:30

AFTERSCHOOL PRINCIPALS INSTITUTE

Healthy Living for Kids taping at Gentle Dental Care offices

Healthy Living for Kids Committee Mtg.

AfterSchool/Childcare Program 

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Step-Up-To-Quality Training

"Make It Their Own"

6:00-8:00 p.m.

Open to other providers in the area. Call 740-653-5678 to register

Presenter: Beth McAbier

Action  for Children

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Childcare Program 

ELI Classes, Rm. 1 & 2 - 8:30-3:15

WASC Leadership Staff Team Meeting, WASC, 10:00

ELI Classes, Rm. 1 & 2 - 8:30-3:15

GED Class, 9:30-11:30

CACFP Training - Kuttler & Young, Cols.

ELI Classes, Rm. 1 & 2 - 8:30-3:15

ELI Classes, Rm.1 &  2 - 8:30-3:15

GED Class, 9:30-11:30

Job Fair at OU-L 10-1

Healthy Living for Kids Committee Mtg.

InterFaith Luncheon with Governor Strickland - Cal of Action, Cols. Dr. Young attending - 11:30 - 1:00

Medway Elementary guests visit WASC

AfterSchool/Childcare Program 

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Childcare Program 

ELI Classes, Rm. 1 & 2 - 8:30-3:15

WASC Leadership Staff Team Meeting, WASC, 10:00

ELI Classes, Rm. 1 & 2 - 8:30-3:15

GED Class, 9:30-11:30

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ELI Classes, Rm. 1 & 2 - 8:30-3:15

ELI Classes, Rm.1 &  2 - 8:30-3:15

GED Class, 9:30-11:30

Healthy Living for Kids Committee Mtg.

AfterSchool/Childcare Program 

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Childcare Program 

Childcare Program 

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Childcare Program 

Childcare Program 

Childcare Program 

ELI Classes, Rm. 1 & 2 - 8:30-3:15

WASC Leadership Staff Team Meeting, WASC, 10:00

ELI Classes, Rm. 1 & 2 - 8:30-3:15

GED Class, 9:30-11:30

Happy St. Patrick's Day

ELI Classes, Rm. 1 & 2 - 8:30-3:15

ELI Classes, Rm.1 &  2 - 8:30-3:15

GED Class, 9:30-11:30

WASC Board of Directors Mtg. 9:30-11:00

O-QAR Training, Garcia, Libbee, Bibler & Young, Cols.

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Healthy Living for Kids Committee Mtg.

AfterSchool/Childcare Program 

Friday Fun Day at WASC - Come listen to Mitch Overton, Lancaster Parks & Recreation, introduce student sot the joys of banjo playing

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