It's all about kids growing up smart, healthy and confident. Creating strong kids is our business. Atwood youth programs enable children from all backgrounds to learn and grow together in a safe place with caring adults. The children learn through cooperative activities (structured and free-choice) that promote a safe environment and promote social and academic skills.

PRESCHOOL PROGRAM
The Goodman Atwood Preschool Program is located in the Center's lower level. Children between ages 2 1/2 to 5 years are enrolled in this full- and half-day program. The program uses a Montessori orientation and is State-licensed and City-accredited. There is a sliding-fee scale. Breakfast, lunch, and afternoon snack are provided to all children. The teachers are certified in early childhood education and receive 25 hours a year of continuing education. For information, please call 241-1574.

AFTERSCHOOL PROGRAM
This recreation-based afterschool program serves 40 children, grades K-3rd, who live in the greater Schenk-Atwood area. The program is State-licensed and City-accredited. Children participate in field trips, clubs, sports teams, enrichment classes, educational and free-choice activities. There is a sliding-fee scale. A meal is served to all the children. The program runs Mondays, 1:15 - 5:30 pm, and Tuesdays to Fridays, 2:30 - 5:30 pm.

LOWELL AFTERSCHOOL AND SUMMER PROGRAM
Our second afterschool and summer enrichment program that Atwood operates is in partnership with Lowell Elementary School, and held there at the school. Although the program targets youth living in the Worthington Park area, the program is available to any Lowell student based on a referral from the Afterschool Coordinator or the Lowell School staff. During the school year (September - May), program begins directly after school with Mondays (1:10 - 4:30) being field-trip days. Tuesday through Friday (2:40 - 4:30), participants choose from a variety of activities led by staff and volunteers.

ATWOOD SUMMER DAY CAMP
June 16-August 8, 2008

Goodman Atwood Community Center offers summer child care for children grades K-5th, at the Lowell Elementary on Maple Avenue. Quality, trained staff provide a safe and supportive environment for children to leam and grow in this all-day State-licensed, City-accredited program. Monday through Friday, summer camp activities include enrichment classes throughout the morning. Lunch is provided for all campers. The afternoon is spent at local pools, playing golf, or visiting a park to play sports and games. On Fridays, there is an all-day field trip. Afternoon snack is provided.

Camp is open 8:30 AM-4:30 PM with before care available to a limited number at 7:30 AM and after care available until 5:30 PM.

Contact Sara at 241-1574 ext. 23. Parent informational meeting will be held May 2, 2008 at 2717 Atwood Avenue from 5:30-6:30 PM.

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