
Literacy, Math, Science and Social Studies
Participants:
show improved academic performance in subjects that require reading comprehension, writing, math skills, science, and social studies knowledge
increase language arts skills including speaking, listening, reading comprehension, and writing
increase their use of computers to communicate and learn new information
enjoy reading, talking about what they have read, and telling stories from a beginning, middle, and end
increase ability to collect, analyze and present data using technology
Homework Success
Participants:
complete homework assignments and turn them in regularly
connect homework effort and completion to class/school success
show improved performance on class tests
attend homework program as needed
Social and Emotional: Social Skills, Leadership, and Behavior
Participants:
are more involved with school and community
form friendships with peers
show improved interactions with adult outside of the program
make informed educational and career aspiration decisions
improve sense of personal efficacy
improve ability to learn from successes and failures
exhibit greater confidence in handling challenging situations in a productive manner
avoid use of tobacco, alcohol, and illegal drugs
decrease violent and criminal activities
decrease behavior referrals in school (detention, suspension)
increase pro-social behaviors and activities.
Health & Safety: Nutrition, Health, Physical Development, and Personal Safety
Participants:
show increased healthy choices in food selection in and out of school
show improved health
understand the need for balanced, varied diet based on the food pyramid
understand the implications of participating in potential unhealthy behaviors
develop sportsmanship as a spectator and a participant
develop interest in sustaining physical activity
improved feelings of personal safety in school and in the community
decrease feelings if victimization in school and in the community
Community Engagement
Participants:
increase appreciation/pride in the community
demonstrates more evidence of civic skills
increase involvement in community through leadership opportunities
increase involvement in the democratic processes
Visual and Performing Arts
Participants:
improve use of the arts of personal expression, and fulfilling personal and social goals
show use of varied arts skills
increase interest in and enjoyment of the arts
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