EP 77: Implementing & Managing a 21st Century High School Program

<p>This episode focuses on managing 21st Century after school program on a high school site. The 21st Century programs supports the creation of community learning centers that provide academic enrichment opportunities during non-school hours for children, particularly students who attend high-poverty and low-performing schools. Additionally, the program offers literacy and other educational services to the families of participating children.</p> <p>During the episode you will learn:</p> <ul><li>The difficulties and success of starting a new 21st Century program</li> <li>Stratigies for getting high school students to stay after school </li> <li>The balance between developing a positive relationship with school staff and making the program attractive to students</li> <li>Advice for someone who is interested in working in the after- school field</li> </ul> <p>Guest</p> <p>Melvin Mead, is a Regional Program Coordinator for Case for Kids Site at Sanchez High School in Houston Tx.</p> <p>Resources</p> <p>Mike Wilson</p> <p>mwilson@hcde-texas.org</p> <p>Harris County Department of Education</p> <p>https://hcde-texas.org</p> <p>CASE for Kids</p> <p><a href='https://hcde-texas.org/afterschool-zone'>https://hcde-texas.org/afterschool-zone</a></p> <p> </p> <p> </p>