The Laurel Highlands School District is interested in exploring an Afterschool Program for all 4 Elementary Schools' students for NEXT school year in collaboration with the Private Industry Council of Westmoreland/Fayette, Inc. Please take a moment to complete the survey about the Afterschool Program.
Program Details:
Cost to Families - Free
Location of Program - All 4 Laurel Highlands' Elementary Schools
When - 10 hours per week, 4 days per week Monday-Thursday (2 1/2 hours after school program)
Purpose of Program - Provide opportunities for student academic enrichment, including tutoring and homework assistance, and to meet the challenging state academic standards. The program will offer a broad array of additional services and activities, such as science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) activities, nutrition and health education, substance and violence prevention programs, socioemotional activities, art, physical fitness and wellness programs, technology education programs, financial literacy programs and should be designed to reinforce and complement the regular academic program of participating students.
Transportation: Transportation will be provided HOME at the conclusion of the Afterschool Program.
Staffing: Instructor qualifications - a Bachelor’s Degree in Education or a related field.
Instructor Aide qualifications - high school diploma and have experience working with children.