The 2009 / 2010 after school program were so successful that we to develop a waiting list as the number of registrations just kept on coming in throughout the year. Programs like S.M.A.R.T. (Science Mathematics’ Attracting Ready Talent) a cooking class that teaches the science and math behind cooking, E.F.N.E.P. (Extended Food and Nutrition education Program), The Boonshoft Museums “exhibits to go“ and All Kids Can Learn (our tutoring program) is just a few of the things we offer during our after school program. Daily homework help, dinner and fun games, activities and crafts make K.I.N.D. the place to be after school.
After their educational activities, the children are divided into age and skill level for group activities. These may include art projects, games, character lessons, reading time, Bible lessons, computers, and exercise. Before the children are transported home, KIND volunteers provide a nutritious meal, which is served family-style with staff and volunteers.
About once a month, children who have behaved well and shown kindness toward others earn the privilege of going on a field trip. These trips are designed to be both educational and fun, and give many of the children the chance to go to places they normally wouldn’t get to experience – again emphasizing the many opportunities that are available to them if only they are willing to work toward them.
