AbstractsEducation Research & Administration

After School Programs: A comprehensive structure aimed at maximizing at-risk students' potential

by Patricia Herrera




Institution: California State University – San Marcos
Department:
Year: 2016
Keywords: After School Programs; at-risk students; 21st Century Community Learning Centers
Posted: 02/05/2017
Record ID: 2064451
Full text PDF: http://hdl.handle.net/10211.3/169273


Abstract

At-risk students may benefit from structured after school activities which align with common core standards and foster their cognitive, physical, and social development. Many students spend a large portion of their out-of-school time unsupervised, and many others spend it on the unsafe streets in the neighborhoods in which they live. Making fun, meaningful, and engaging after school activities more readily available to disadvantaged youth is very important. The handbook that is the focus of this project brings together strategies and activities designed to booster 21st century skills among at-risk students during the after school hours. Advisors/Committee Members: Daniels, Erika (advisor).