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Kids Together Research Paper

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“Teaching Helping Inspiring and Nurturing Kids Together” or as it is more commonly known “THINK Together” is an after-school program, that provides students with meaningful experiences and a safe environment where students utilized those skills throughout the rest of their lives to become productive adults and positive members of society. At Lakeside Middle School in the Little Lake City School District (LLCSD), the THINK Together program follows the “Middle School Expanded Learning” curriculum that highlights five “spotlights” or areas of focus: math, language arts, Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM), arts, and youth development. In addition, it has also served as a great alternative for parents and guardians to utilize as a safe source for after-school care, academic support, and alternative experiences such as cooking, sports, art, sign language, etc. The THINK Together program at Lakeside and all other 200 plus sites in Orange, Los …show more content…

Students receive instruction in language arts revolving around reading comprehension strategies, and math instruction that reinforces basic facts and themes covered in their core math class. Students also receive an additional three variations of spotlights or elective type classes. In the arts spotlight, student have the opportunity to learn, create, and experience visual, theater, and culinary art forms. In STEM, students take a project-based approach in exploring science, mathematics, and technology through hand-on activities and access to the school site computer lab. Lastly, youth development, allows students to learn and explore topics related to adolescents, sports, and team building skills. Aside from these five spotlights, students also receive a daily allotted homework time where they have access to peer and program leader

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