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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

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This weekly update is distributed via email to the WASC Board of Directors & staff, volunteers, West School Staff, Parents, and key community leaders

Parent Conferences

Parent Survey, January 07

Thanks for Bob Arthur, our WASC Technical Consultant, we have placed our January 2007 Parent Survey on-line. Parents will be asked to complete this survey next week before or after scheduled conferences with our Academic Coaches. Please follow the link at left and check out how easy this will be. Our gratitude to Bob for setting this up.

Mid-Year Conferences
90% of our parents have already scheduled their 15 minute conferences after tutoring next week on January 16 or 18, from 5:30-7:30 p.m. We hope to confirm the remaining 10% before those dates and share how all children are doing in our program and learn how we can do even more to share te responsibility for their success. If additional time is needed to discuss specific issues, additional time can be after these conference dates with Jane Hart, Student and Family Coordinator, or Julie Bibler, Tutoring Program.

Old Christmas Cards
Looking for a place to recycle your old Christmas cards? Drop them off at the WASC, attention Julie Bibler, Tutor Program Administrator, who has plans for using them for craft activities this coming December, 2007. She is also accepting magazines! Pictures 1,2,3 of 8

What's Growing at the WASC?

If you have a chance to visit the WASC, use one of the magnifying glasses and share learning with our students as they scientifically observe and experience the continual growth of crystals.

OU-L/WASC Winter Reading Improvement Program
Dr. June Slobodian and her students attending OU-L will be at our center five Saturday afternoons starting January 13. They will also be here Jan. 27, Feb. 10 and 24 and March 10. There expected to be over 20 university students who will work with approximately 30 3rd, 4th, 5th, and 6th graders from West and other schools in the district. We are very pleased to offer services to a considerable number of 3rd graders from Cedar Heights Elementary.

	Staff Trainings ODJFS Requirements January 30, 2007 6:15 - 9:45 p.m. - CPR (all staff must attend) January 31, 6:15-9:45 p.m. -- First Aid (only those who need certification) all fees will be paid by the WASC.

Coming in January 19, 2007	We are excited about the upcoming opportunity for our students to listen to and interact with television personality David Wayne from NBC-4 in Columbus. David graduated from Ohio University with a degree in journalism and will be here for our Friday Fun Day Time on January 19, 4:00 p.m. Plan now to attend! And help thank Julie Bibler for her work in organizing this learning opportunity.

Watch *Healthy Living for Kids* weekly on the LSN. New episodes air Thursdays at 8:00 p.m.	Encourage your child to draw! Submit your child's or grandchildren's art creations in JPEG form via email to: pictures@westafterschoolcenter.org Include the artist's name and age. Copies will be made and added to the West After School Center Student Art Gallery, posted on the WASC Website (www.westafterschoolcenter.org), and featured on subsequent episodes of Healthy Living for Kids. Good health involves the mind, body, and soul! S.M.A.R.T. ART "STUDENTS MAKING Art R TOPS"

*Would you like your own copy of an episode of Healthy Living for Kids? Call 740-653-5678 to reserve a copy.* DVDs sell for $10.00 each, or three episodes for $25.00


This week... Get to Know Joyce Carr *WASC Volunteer - 2 years*	My association with the WASC is: Volunteer tutor - 2 years I was born in: Springfield, Ohio My childhood ambition was to be: a librarian My job was: high school librarian My favorite pastime is: researching genealogy If I were not living in Lancaster, I'd rather be: in Maui If not working at my job, I'd rather be: researching genealogy My favorite food is: chicken My favorite television show is: Touched by an Angel My favorite style of music: easy listening My favorite movie is: No answer My biggest challenge is: the days keep getting shorter I am inspired by: Maya Angelou To me, a perfect day is: cloudy, rainy, at home with something good to read My fondest memory of the WASC: No answer


CALENDAR of EVENTS

	MON - Jan. 15	TUE - Jan. 16	WED - Jan. 17	THU- Jan. 18	FRI - Jan. 19
6:00 a.m.	Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday WASC is Closed	Latchkey Open	Latchkey Open	Latchkey Open
8:00 a.m.		Latchkey Open	Latchkey Open	Latchkey Open
9:00 a.m.		ELI Class, Rm. 2 - 9:30-2:30 GED Program	ELI Class, Rm. 2 - 9:30-2:30 Kindergarten Class 9:00-10:30	ELI Class, Rm. 2 - 9:30-2:30 GED Program WASC Board of Directors Meeting, 9:00-10:00
10:00 a.m.		GED Program	Kindergarten Class 9:00-10:30	GED Program
11:00 a.m.		GED Program		GED Program
11:30 a.m.
12:00 noon
1:00 p.m.		Kindergarten Class, 1:15-2:45	Kindergarten Class, 1:15-2:45	Kindergarten Class, 1:15-2:45
2:00 p.m.		Kindergarten Class, 1:15-2:45	Kindergarten Class, 1:15-2:45	Kindergarten Class, 1:15-2:45
3:00 p.m.
3:30 p.m.		Tutor Program--Academic Coaches & Volunteers Latchkey Open	Tutor Program--Academic Coaches & Volunteers WEDNESDAY WALK, 3:40-3:50 Latchkey Open	Tutor Program--Academic Coaches & Volunteers Latchkey Open	Friday Fun Day
4:00 p.m.		Tutor & Latchkey Programs Open	Tutor & Latchkey Programs Open	Tutor & Latchkey Programs Open	Learn about Television Reporting with David Wayne, NBC TV 4-Columbus
5:00 p.m.		Tutor & Latchkey Programs Open	Tutor & Latchkey Programs Open	Tutor & Latchkey Programs Open	Latchkey Programs Open
5:30 p.m.		Supper served	Supper served	Supper served	Supper served
6:00 p.m.		Center closes	Center closes	Center closes	Center closes

	MON - Jan. 22	TUE - Jan. 23	WED - Jan. 24	THU- Jan. 25	FRI - Jan. 26
6:00 a.m.	Latchkey Open	Latchkey Open	Latchkey Open	Latchkey Open
8:00 a.m.	Latchkey Open	Latchkey Open	Latchkey Open	Latchkey Open Fairfield County Family, Adult, and Child First Council Mtg., 8:30-10:00 a.m., 111 S. Broad Street, Lancaster
9:00 a.m.	ELI Class, Rm. 2 - 9:30-2:30 Kindergarten Class 9:00-10:30	ELI Class, Rm. 2 - 9:30-2:30 GED Program	ELI Class, Rm. 2 - 9:30-2:30 Kindergarten Class 9:00-10:30	ELI Class, Rm. 2 - 9:30-2:30 GED Program
10:00 a.m.	Kindergarten Class 9:00-10:30 Parent Craft Day, Make It & Take It, 10:00 a.m. Healthy Living for Kids Committee Mtg., 10:30-12:00	GED Program	Kindergarten Class 9:00-10:30 Dr. Young to Columbus, OSU, for 21st CCLC presentation, 10:30-11:30	GED Program
11:00 a.m.		GED Program		GED Program
11:30 a.m.
12:00 noon
1:00 p.m.	Kindergarten Class, 1:15-2:45	Kindergarten Class, 1:15-2:45	Kindergarten Class, 1:15-2:45	Kindergarten Class, 1:15-2:45
2:00 p.m.	Kindergarten Class, 1:15-2:45	Kindergarten Class, 1:15-2:45	Kindergarten Class, 1:15-2:45	Kindergarten Class, 1:15-2:45
3:00 p.m.
3:30 p.m.	Tutor Program--Academic Coaches & Volunteers Latchkey Open	Tutor Program--Academic Coaches & Volunteers Latchkey Open	Tutor Program--Academic Coaches & Volunteers WEDNESDAY WALK, 3:40-3:50 Latchkey Open	Tutor Program--Academic Coaches & Volunteers Latchkey Open
4:00 p.m.	Tutor & Latchkey Programs Open	Tutor & Latchkey Programs Open	Tutor & Latchkey Programs Open	Tutor & Latchkey Programs Open
5:00 p.m.	Tutor & Latchkey Programs Open	Tutor & Latchkey Programs Open	Tutor & Latchkey Programs Open	Tutor & Latchkey Programs Open	Latchkey Programs Open
5:30 p.m.	Supper served	Supper served	Supper served	Supper served	Supper served
6:00 p.m.	Center closes	Center closes	Center closes	Center closes	Center closes

	MON - Jan. 29	TUE - Jan. 30	WED - Jan. 31	THU- Feb. 1	FRI - Feb. 2
6:00 a.m.	Latchkey Open	Latchkey Open	Latchkey Open	Latchkey Open
8:00 a.m.	Latchkey Open	Latchkey Open	Latchkey Open	Latchkey Open
9:00 a.m.	ELI Class, Rm. 2 - 9:30-2:30 Kindergarten Class 9:00-10:30	ELI Class, Rm. 2 - 9:30-2:30 GED Program	ELI Class, Rm. 2 - 9:30-2:30 Kindergarten Class 9:00-10:30	ELI Class, Rm. 2 - 9:30-2:30 GED Program
10:00 a.m.	Kindergarten Class 9:00-10:30 Healthy Living for Kids Committee Mtg., 10:30-12:00	GED Program	Kindergarten Class 9:00-10:30 Dr. Young to 2007 National Network of State Afterschool Networks Mtg, sponsored by the Mott Foundation, Newport, RI	GED Program Dr. Young to 2007 National Network of State Afterschool Networks Mtg, sponsored by the Mott Foundation, Newport, RI
11:00 a.m.		GED Program		GED Program
11:30 a.m.
12:00 noon
1:00 p.m.	Kindergarten Class, 1:15-2:45	Kindergarten Class, 1:15-2:45	Kindergarten Class, 1:15-2:45	Kindergarten Class, 1:15-2:45
2:00 p.m.	Kindergarten Class, 1:15-2:45	Kindergarten Class, 1:15-2:45	Kindergarten Class, 1:15-2:45	Kindergarten Class, 1:15-2:45
3:00 p.m.
3:30 p.m.	Tutor Program--Academic Coaches & Volunteers Latchkey Open	Tutor Program--Academic Coaches & Volunteers Latchkey Open	Tutor Program--Academic Coaches & Volunteers WEDNESDAY WALK, 3:40-3:50 Latchkey Open	Tutor Program--Academic Coaches & Volunteers Latchkey Open
4:00 p.m.	Tutor & Latchkey Programs Open	Tutor & Latchkey Programs Open	Tutor & Latchkey Programs Open	Tutor & Latchkey Programs Open
5:00 p.m.	Tutor & Latchkey Programs Open	Tutor & Latchkey Programs Open	Tutor & Latchkey Programs Open	Tutor & Latchkey Programs Open	Latchkey Programs Open
5:30 p.m.	Supper served	Supper served	Supper served	Supper served	Supper served
6:00 p.m.	Center closes	Center closes	Center closes	Center closes	Center closes
7:00 p.m.		Staff Training - CPR, 6:15-9:45	Staff Training - First Aid, 6:15-9:45

West After School Center Staff
	740-653-5678			WE RECYCLE
	740-653-2402 (FAX)
	Executive Director	Dr. Paul Young	pyoung@westafterschoolcenter.org
	Office Manager	Mrs. Chris Kuttler	ckuttler@westafterschoolcenter.org
	Student & Family Coordinator	Mrs. Jane Hart	jhart@westafterschoolcenter.org
	Tutor Program Administrator	Mrs. Julie Bibler	jbibler@westafterschoolcenter.org
	Academic Coach, K	Ms. Faith McClelland	fmcclelland@westafterschoolcenter.org
	Academic Coach, 1	Ms. Emma Jean Curtice	ecurtice@westafterschoolcenter.org
	Academic Coach, 2	Mrs. Gina Pressler	gpressler@westafterschoolcenter.org
	Academic Coach, 3	Mrs. Penny Gallup	pgallup@westafterschoolcenter.org
	Academic Coach, 4	Ms. Julia Wakeman	jwakeman@westafterschoolcenter.org
	Academic Coach, 5	Ms. Misty Viscarri	mviscarri@westafterschoolcenter.org
	Academic Coach, Music	Mrs. Sue Ellen Simmons	s_simmons@lancaster.k12.oh.us
	Program Assistant	Ms. Jennifer Lape	j_lape@lancaster.k12.oh.us
	Program Assistant	Mrs. Angela Newlun	anewlun@westafterschoolcenter.org
	Latchkey AM Administrator	Mrs. Amie Azbell	aazbell@westfafterschoolcenter.org
	Food Service Manager	Mrs. Kathy Roundhouse	k_roundhouse@lancaster.k12.oh.us